KERRY NELLIGAN, PSY.D.

Summary of Expertise:

Licensed psychologist in Wisconsin, Massachusetts, & New York
Specialized training in:
- completing assessments of general and sexual violence
- completing general and sexual violence assessments of individuals with co-occuring mental illness
- targeted violence and stalking
- competence to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and aid in sentencing evaluations.

Experience:

2019 - present: Forensic psychologist in the Court Clinic in Massachusetts District Court
2019 - present: Appointed as a Qualified Examiner (SVP Evaluator) and Member of the Community Access Board (conditional release) by the Massachusetts DOC
2017 - present: President of the Massachusetts Chapter of ATSA
2013 - 2019: Massachusetts DMH Metro Boston Area Mental Illness/Problematic Sexual Behavior Program Assessment Coordinator

Focus of Work:

Risk assessments for general and/or sexual violence recidivism
Risk assessments for targeted violence and stalking
Development of community-based risk management plans
SVP evaluations
Expert testimony