I am a Lecturer in Forensic Psychology currently in the final stages of completing my Ph.D. with a focus on investigative interviewing and individual characteristics. I have obtained an MSc degree in Forensic Psychology from Maastricht University in the Netherlands and a BSc degree in Behavioural Neuroscience from the University of British Columbia in Canada. Over the past four years, I have been conducting my Ph.D. project while also working as a research and clinical associate at a high-secure psychiatric hospital in England. In this role, I have gained expertise in delivering anti-aggression therapy with high-risk patients and formulating the risk of extreme violence for patients with complex mental health needs, using recognised risk assessment tools (e.g, HCR-20, SVR-20). My commitmen
more...I am a Lecturer in Forensic Psychology currently in the final stages of completing my Ph.D. with a focus on investigative interviewing and individual characteristics. I have obtained an MSc degree in Forensic Psychology from Maastricht University in the Netherlands and a BSc degree in Behavioural Neuroscience from the University of British Columbia in Canada. Over the past four years, I have been conducting my Ph.D. project while also working as a research and clinical associate at a high-secure psychiatric hospital in England. In this role, I have gained expertise in delivering anti-aggression therapy with high-risk patients and formulating the risk of extreme violence for patients with complex mental health needs, using recognised risk assessment tools (e.g, HCR-20, SVR-20). My commitment to the field extends beyond academia, as I am trained as a hostage and crisis negotiator, showcasing my dedication to the practical application of my forensic psychology skills.
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-3052-7941, Ireland, Carol A. and Ireland, Jane L.
(2025)
Contributing factors to aggressive incidents in correctional and forensic psychiatric care: a rapid evidence assessment.
The Journal of Forensic Practice.
