Northcentral University

Jamie Wernsman, PhD Full-Time Faculty, Department of Psychology Dr. Jamie Wernsman is a graduate of DePaul University's PhD Clinical Psychology program. She has a specialization in forensic psychology and completed her internship at Bellevue Hospital - New York University and her postdoctoral fellowship at the Cook County Jail. Upon completion of her fellowship, Dr. Wernsman became Director of the Male Psychiatric Acute Care Unit at the Cook County Jail. In her various professional roles, Dr. Wernsman has conducted forensic evaluations (competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, aid in sentencing, civil commitment/ risk assessments), provided expert testimony in cases for individuals with mental illness and risk for violence, and developed and oversaw mental health treatment for inmates with serious psychiatric symptoms, including psychosis, suicidal ideation, and mania. Prior to joining Northcentral University as faculty, Dr. Wernsman was the Associate Chair and an Associate Professor at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology – Forensic Program in Chicago. She teaches courses including Research Methods, Diversity in Forensic Psychology, Forensic Psychology in Correctional Settings, and Psychological Evaluation and Treatment of Offenders. Her primary research interests are the criminalization of mental illness, disproportionate minority contact, and LGBTQ+ individuals involved in the criminal justice system. 3 Faculty SPOTLIGHT Dr. Wernsman's primary research interests are the criminalization of mental illness, disproportionate minority contact, and LGBTQ+ individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

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