Amanda E. Gallagher, PhD

Assistant Professor Psychiatry & Behavioral Science

Phone
504-988-2201
School of Medicine
Department
Psychiatry Adult
Psychiatry
Shield

Education & Affiliations

BS, Magna Cum Laude, Psyhchology, Florida State University
MS, Clinical Psyhchology, Florida State University
Phd, Clinical Psyhchology, Florida State University
Postdoctoral Fellowship, Clinical Psychology, Tulane University School of Medicine
Psychology Internship, South Florida State Hospital

Biography

Years at Tulane:

Since 2014

Interests

Dr. Gallagher's clinical and research interests focus on issues that lie at the intersection of the mental health and criminal justice systems. She is specifically interested forensic assessment, violence risk factors and recidivism, and post-arrest diversionary programs. Additionally, Her clinical work focuses on providing psychological assessment and intervention to individuals suffering from psychotic disorders.

Contributions

Gallagher, A., Anestis, J. C., Gottfried, E. D., Carbonell, J. L. (2017). The Effectiveness of Mental Health Court in Reducing Recidivism for Individuals with Severe Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorder, Psychological Injury and Law, 10.1007/s12207-017-9307-5.

Gallagher, A., Carbonell, J.L., & Gottfried E.D. (2013). The Evaluation of Mental Health Screening Practices Within a Population of Incarcerated Women, Journal of Correctional Healthcare, 19, 248-257.