Shawntae Jones, Ph.D., holds a doctorate degree in Counseling Psychology, with specialized doctoral training in childhood trauma and sexual abuse. She has been conducting forensic interviews for more than 12 years and is currently employed as a Child/Adolescent Forensic Interviewer. In addition to conducting forensic interviews, Shawntae provides consultation and training to law enforcement personnel, community agencies, and various professional groups. Shawntae’s professional background also includes the provision of trauma-focused therapeutic services to children and families impacted by abuse, violence, and loss. 

Jodie Hively holds a Master’s of Science in Education and is aLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist who worked with high-risk youth. Ms.Hively’ s background is primarily in Psychology and CriminalJustice. Prior to becoming a Forensic Interviewer, she worked as aProbation Officer and Family Case Manager for Child Services. She is currentlyemployed with the FBI as a Child/Adolescent Forensic Interviewer with theVictim Services Division, Child Victim Services Unit and hasbeen a Forensic Interviewer for almost sixteen years.  She providesinterviews, consultation and training for FBI Agents, Assistant United StatesAttorney’s, and other federal, state and international law enforcement.