Forensic Minds - Australia

Episode 11 - Why Engage a Forensic Psychologist Expert Witness - featuring Caroline Hare

An episode aimed at those in the legal profession. We showcase the skills and expertise of forensic psychologists, answer questions about the benefits of engaging a forensic psychologist, and how to confirm a psychologist's registration and qualifications. 

Useful website: AHPRA practitioner look-up (https://www.ahpra.gov.au/Notifications/Concerned-about-a-health-practitioner.aspx)

Episode 10 - A Career in Forensic Psychology - featuring Distinguished Professor James R. P. Ogloff

Distinguished Professor James R. P. Ogloff shares his career progression and insights into the field of forensic psychology. 

Episode 9 - Postgraduate Programs in Forensic Psychology - featuring Anita McGregor and Associate Professor Troy McEwan

We speak to Anita McGregor (UNSW) and Associate Professor Troy McEwan (Swinburne University) about forensic psychology postgraduate programs in Australia. An ideal episode for those looking to become forensic psychologists. 

Episode 8 - Family Assessments - featuring Dr Susette Sowden

Dr Susette Sowden shares her experience as a forensic psychologist conducting family assessments for Children's Court and Family Law Court matters. 

Episode 7 - Forensic and Clinical Neuropsychology - featuring Dr Amanda White

We hear from Dr Amanda White about her experience as a dual trained, qualified and endorsed forensic psychologist and clinical neuropsychologist. 

Episode 6 - Forensic Youth - featuring Ms Chana Levin

Claire speaks to Chana Levin about her experience as a Forensic Psychologist working with youth involved or at risk of involvement in the criminal justice system. 

Episode 5 - Custodial and Community Forensic Settings - featuring Ms Caroline Hare

This episode Ms Caroline Hare shares her experience of working as a Forensic Psychologist in both Australia and the UK, with a particular focus on community and custodial forensic settings.

Episode 4 - Adult Parole Board, Post Sentence Authority and White Collar Crime - featuring Dr David Curnow

Dr David Curnow shares his experience as a Forensic Psychologist on the Adult Parole Board and the Post Sentence Authority. He also shares his interest and experience in working with white collar crime offenders.

Episode 3 - Expert Evidence - featuring Dr Chris Lennings

In episode 3 of Forensic Minds, we speak to Dr Chris Lennings about his extensive experience in the area of Expert Evidence/Expert Witness Testimony, as well as his experience as a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist more broadly. 

Episode 2 - Offending Behaviour Programs - Featuring Dr Chris Kozar

Dr Chris Kozar speaks to us about her work as a Forensic Psychologist in Australian prisons. Dr Kozar's predominant experience is with the development and delivery of offending behaviour programs, including sex offender programs. Dr Kozar touches on the challenges of delivering therapeutic programs in correctional settings and tips for those early in their forensic psychology career.