Research Assistant
Department of Psychiatry
F.Edward Hebert School of Medicine
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

Natalie is a Research Assistant for the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress. She received her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Connecticut. Following graduation, she worked as a Child Advocate for the Sexual Assault Crisis and Education Center in Stamford, Connecticut. She provided education, counseling, and support to male and female survivors and their families. Natalie went on to receive her M.A. in Forensic Psychology at Marymount University. She completed her internship at the Metropolitan Police Department's Sexual Assault Unit and Sex Offender Registry Unit.

Natalie's professional interests include criminal psychology and psychological assessments. She is particularly interested in the assessment of psychopathy, competency to stand trial, and evaluations of insanity. Natalie plans to pursue a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Forensic Assessment.