# Curriculum Vitae
DAWN M. HUGHES, PH.D. ABPP
2020

# PROFESSIONAL ADDRESS



## EDUCATION

1996 Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology
Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL

1992 Master of Science in Clinical Psychology
Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL

1988 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Hamilton College, Clinton, NY

## PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

9/96-9/97 Postdoctoral Fellow - Research Associate in Psychiatry Weill Cornell Medical College - New York Presbyterian Hospital Anxiety and Traumatic Stress Program Payne Whitney Clinic New York, NY

6/94-6/95 Predoctoral Intern Yale University School of Medicine - Department of Psychiatry Substance Abuse Treatment Unit and West Haven Mental Health Clinic New Haven, CT

## CURRENT POSITIONS

1998 Present Independent Practice in Clinical and Forensic Psychology
Specialization in Traumatic Stress, Interpersonal Violence and
Anxiety Disorders

2010 Present Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychology in Psychiatry Weill Cornell Medical College - New York Presbyterian Hospital New York, NY

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## LICENSURE & BOARD CERTIFICATION

1997 New York Licensed Psychologist

- 2005 Board Certification in Forensic Psychology - American Board of Professional Psychology

2015 Connecticut Licensed Psychologist

2015 North Carolina Licensed Psychologist

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# PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Psychological Association (APA) American Psychology and Law Society Division of Trauma Psychology Psychologists in Independent Practice Society for the Psychology of Women New York State Psychological Association (NYSPA) American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) Fellow American Academy of Forensic Psychology (AAFP) International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA) Women's Mental Health Consortium (WMHC) International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD)

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## PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

American Psychological Association (APA) Council of Representatives - Division of Trauma Psychology - 2018-present Member-at-Large-Division of Trauma Psychology - 2013-2014 Leadership Institute for Women in Psychology - 2011-2012 Awards Chair - Division of Trauma Psychology - 2010-2012 Convention Program Co-Chair- Division of Trauma Psychology 2008-2010

Women's Mental Health Consortium
President 2009-2017
Membership Chair 2007-2009

International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) Program Committee 2001

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## CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

<table><tr><th>1/97-9/97</th><th>Clinical Diagnostic Interviewer
Rockefeller University-Laboratory of Human Neurogenetics, NY, NY</th></tr><tr><td>9/92-8/93</td><td>Psychology Extern
Veterans' Administration Outpatient Clinic, Oakland Park, FL</td></tr><tr><td>9/91 - 8/92</td><td>Psychology Extern
Family Violence Program, Nova University, Fort Lauderdale, FL</td></tr><tr><td>9/90 - 6/91</td><td>Psychology Trainee
Nova University Community Mental Health Center, Lauderhill, FL</td></tr><tr><td>5/91 - 11/91</td><td>Crisis Clinician
Nova University Crisis Services, Fort Lauderdale, FL</td></tr><tr><td>5/89-7/90</td><td>Legal Services Assistant
The Legal Aid Society - Federal Defenders Services Unit, New York, NY</td></tr></table>

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5/88-5/89

Substance Abuse Counselor
Narco Freedom, Bronx, NY

10/87-5/88

Field Study Intern Central New York Psychiatric Center, Marcy, NY

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## TEACHING EXPERIENCE

2002 2010 Clinical Instructor of Psychology in Psychiatry Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY New York Presbyterian Hospital - Payne Whitney Clinic

1998 2000 Consultant: Professional Development, Education and Training
Victim Services, New York, NY

9/92 - 12/92 Teaching Assistant
9/93-12/93 Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Courses: Advanced Research Design and Intermediate Statistics

## RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

5/92-5/94 Research Coordinator
Sexual Abuse Survivors Program
Nova University Community Mental Health Center, Fort Lauderdale, FL

9/91-5/94 Research and Statistical Consultant
Nova University - Fort Lauderdale, FL

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## PUBLICATIONS

Tardiff K. and Hughes, D.M. (2011). Structured and clinical assessment of risk of violence. In Drogin et al. (Eds.) Handbook of Forensic Assessment: Psychiatric and Psychological Perspectives, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New Jersey

Hughes, D.M. & Cloitre, M. (1999). Rape and sexual assault among adult women. In K. Tardiff (Ed.). Medical Management of the Violent Patient, Marcel Dekker, Inc., New York

Gold, S.N., Hughes, D.M. & Swingle, J. (1999). Degrees of memory of childhood sexual abuse among women survivors in therapy. Journal of Family Violence, 14, 35-46.

Gold, S.N., Elhai, J., Lucenko, B.A., Swingle, J.M., & Hughes, D.M. (1998). Abuse characteristics among childhood sexual abuse survivors in therapy: A gender comparison. Child Abuse and Neglect, 22, 1005-1012.

Hughes, D.M. (1996). Memory for childhood sexual abuse: Prevalence and relationship to abuse characteristics and psychological effects. Doctoral dissertation.

Gold, S.N., Hughes, D.M. & Swingle, J. (1996). Characteristics of childhood sexual abuse among female survivors in therapy. Child Abuse and Neglect, 20, 323-335.

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Gold, S.N., Hughes, D.M. & Hohnecker, L. (1994). Degrees of repression of sexual abuse memories. American Psychologist, 49, 441-442.

## PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS

Hughes, D.M. and Rocchio, L.M. (August 2014). Essentials of Forensic Assessment of Trauma in Criminal and Civil Matters. Presentation at the 122nd Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Washington, D.C.

Hughes, D.M. (November 2013). It Matters: The Developmental Lifespan of the Trauma Therapist. Symposium presentation at the 30th Annual Meeting of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation, Baltimore, MD

Hughes, D.M. (November 2011). Conceptualization of Complex Trauma and PTSD in Forensic Matters. Panel presentation at the 27th Annual Meeting of the International Society of Traumatic Stress Studies, Baltimore, MD

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## PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS (cont.)

Hughes, D.M. (August 2011). Assessment of Complex Trauma in a Forensic Setting. Presentation at the 119th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Washington, D.C.

Hughes, D.M. (June 2011). What Every Psychologist Needs to Know About Trauma. Workshop presentation at the New York State Psychological Association Annual Conference, New York, NY

Hughes, D.M. (March 2011). Vicarious Traumatization in Forensic Practice: Why Does It Matter? Presentation at the American Psychology and Law Annual Conference, Miami, FL

Hughes, D.M. and Rocchio, L.M. (November 2010). Forensic Assessment of Psychological Trauma and PTSD. Workshop presented at the 26th Annual Meeting of the International Society of Traumatic Stress Studies, Montreal, Canada

Hughes, D.M. (August 2010). Ethical Dilemmas and Professional Considerations for Working with the Adult Survivor of Sexual Abuse: Forensic Psychology. Presentation at the 118th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Diego, CA

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## PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS (cont.)

Hughes, D.M., Courtois, C., Walker, L.E., and Vasquez, M. (August 2009). Trauma treatment in independent practice: Principles and resources. Workshop presented at the 117th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Toronto, Canada

Hughes, D.M. (August 2008). Difficulties and dilemmas when dissociation is present in forensic cases. Presentation at the 116th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Boston, MA

Hughes, D.M. (November 2007). Forensic issues in the assessment of trauma. International Society for Trauma and Dissociation 24th Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA

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Hughes, D.M. (November 2000). Multi-method approach to assessment in forensic evaluations. In A. Pratt (Chair) Forensic assessment and testimony: Psychological trauma. A workshop presentation at the 16th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, San Antonio, TX.

Hughes, D.M. (August 1999). Training in interpersonal violence: The next generation. Presentation at the American Psychological Association Annual Convention, Boston, MA.

Gold, S.N., Hughes, D.M. & Swingle, J. (November 2000). Memory for childhood sexual abuse: A matter of semantics. Panel presentation at the 16th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, San Antonio, TX.

Hughes, D.M. & Gold, S.N. (November 1997). Memory for childhood sexual abuse and adult symptomatology. Poster session presented at the 13th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Montreal, Canada.

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## PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS (cont.)

Hughes, D.M., Cloitre, M., Hand, R., Klein, C., Herwitz, J., Bleiberg, K. & Pessier, J. (November 1997). Role functioning impairment in CSA-related PTSD. In D.M. Hughes (Chair), Role functioning impairment among women with childhood sexual abuse related PTSD. Symposium presentation at the 13th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Montreal, Canada.

Cloitre, M., Hughes, D.M. & Hand, R. (November 1997). A two-phase treatment for CSA-related PTSD: Rationale and preliminary results. In D.M. Hughes (Chair), Role functioning impairment among women with childhood sexual abuse related PTSD. Symposium presentation at the 13th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Montreal, Canada.

Klein, C., Hughes, D.M. & Cloitre, M. Ethnocultural considerations in the assessment of PTSD in survivors of sexual assault. (November 1997). Poster presentation at the Annual Meeting of the Association for the Advancement of Behavioral Therapy, Miami, FL.

Gold, S.N., Hughes, D.M. & Swingle, J. (July 1995). Degrees of memory of childhood sexual abuse among female survivors in therapy. Paper presented at the 4th International Family Violence Research Conference, Durham, NH.

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## PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS (cont.)

Stear, C.A., Gold, S.N., & Hughes, D.M. (November 1994). Family of origin atmosphere of sexual abuse survivors, distressed, and non-clinical families. Paper presented at the Illinois Psychological Association Annual Convention, Chicago, IL.

Gold, S.N., Williamson, C. & Hughes, D.M. (March 1994). Male sexual abuse survivors: Integrating empirical and clinical findings. Paper presented at the Mid-Winter Convention of APA Divisions 29, 42, & 43.

Hughes, D.M., Bramson, J., Galper, L., Gelpi, H., Rubenstein, F & Dutton, M.A. (June 1992). Training in the context of relationships: A model for the family violence clinician. Paper presented at the First World Congress of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

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# INVITED ADDRESSES

Hughes, D.M. (September 17, 2019). Mental Health Issues and the Workplace. In CLE program, The Interplay of Mental Health Disabilities and Workplace Accommodations. New York City Bar Association, New York, NY

Hughes, D.M. (April 3, 2019). Psychological Issues in the Workplace 2019. Practicing Law Institute, New York, NY

Hughes D.M. (June 8, 2018). Trauma and the Courtroom. Alumni College Speaker. Hamilton College, Clinton, NY

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Hughes, D.M. (February 2, 2018). Domestic Violence 2018: Survivors as Defendants, Respondents, and Parole or Clemency Applicants. Practicing Law Institute, New York, NY

Hughes, D.M., & Rocchio, L.M. (August 6, 2016). Forensic work with trauma populations. APA Division 56 - Trauma Psychology suite presentation at the American Psychological Association Annual Convention. Denver, CO

Hughes, D.M., Courtois, C., & Brown, L. (August 5, 2016). Establishing a clinical practice in trauma psychology. APA Division 56 - Trauma Psychology suite presentation at the American Psychological Association Annual Convention. Denver, CO

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Hughes, D.M. (September 16, 2015 and October 7, 2015). Interpersonal Violence, Trauma, and the Courtroom in Understanding the Ties that Bind: Judicial Responses to Domestic and Sexual Violence. Judicial Training -New York Unified Court System - Domestic Violence Task Force. White Plains and Rochester, New York.

Dutton, M.A. and Hughes, D.M. (April 13, 2015). Expert Witness Testimony in Cases Involving Domestic Violence. Webinar conducted for the National Clearinghouse for the Defense of Battered Women.

Hughes, D.M. (September 2012). The Relationship Matters: Maximizing Success. Presentation to attorneys at Outten and Golden, LLP. New York, NY

Hughes, D.M. (June and August 2012). Promoting Healthy Relationships: Living Without Violence and Abuse. Professional training presented to the United States Army National Guard. Fort Hamilton, NY

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Hughes, D.M. (July 2011). Remaining Civil with the Uncivil. College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. EEOC. New York, NY

Hughes, D.M. (March 2011). The Victim of Interpersonal Violence and the Courtroom. Judicial Commission on Women in the Courts invited Continuing Legal Education seminar. Brooklyn, NY

Hughes, D.M. (November 2010). The Use of Psychological Experts in Cases of Domestic Violence. Invited Continuing Legal Education seminar presented at the Kings County Criminal Bar Association, Brooklyn, NY

Hughes, D.M. (July 2010). Ethics and Risk Management in the Practice of Psychotherapy. Invited presentation at the Women's Mental Health Consortium Quarterly Meeting, New York, NY

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Hughes, D.M. (January 21 and 22, 2010). Understanding Domestic Violence. Professional training in Advocating for Children in Cases of Domestic Violence by the New York Appellate Divisions and the New York State Office of Court Administration. New York City and White Plains.

Hughes, D.M. (2009). The victim of interpersonal violence and the courtroom: Strategies for understanding. Manhattan Integrated Domestic Violence Courts Continuing Legal Education Seminar (February 2009); Appellate Division Fundamental Training Series (May 2009 and January 2010); Queens County Family Court Continuing Legal Education Seminar (June 2009).

Hughes, D.M. (March 2008). Collision course of children's wishes, best interests, and domestic violence. Invited presentation and the Twelfth Annual Conference on Domestic Violence. Fordham Law School, New York, NY

# INVITED ADDRESSES (cont.)

Hughes, D.M. (March 2007). The inconvenient truths of domestic violence. Invited address at the Eleventh Annual Conference on Domestic Violence. Fordham Law School, New York, NY

Hughes, D.M. (June 2006). Issues and dilemmas in interpersonal violence. Invited presentation at STEPS to End Family Violence. New York, NY.

Hughes, D.M. (December 2001). Relevance of domestic violence in the courtroom: Expert testimony in a duress case. Chairperson of a mock trial continuing education seminar at the 17th Annual Meeting of the International Society of Traumatic Stress Studies, New Orleans, LA.

Hughes, D.M. (September 2001). Psychological assessment in the aftermath of the World Trade Center disaster. Emergency meeting of the New York Chapter of the International Society of Traumatic Stress Studies. New York, NY.

# INVITED ADDRESSES (cont.)

Hughes, D.M. (April 2001). Moving beyond domestic violence 101: Challenges and solutions. Invited presentation in J. Pearl and S. Herman (Chairs), Violence and the Family: Current legal and mental health perspectives. Association of the Bar of the City of New York, New York, NY.

Hughes, D.M. (June 2000). Psychological testing in forensic evaluations. Invited presentation in symposium, M. Dowd (Chair) Psychological evidence in pleas negotiations and sentencing. Association of the Bar of the City of New York, New York, NY.

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