Esther R. Bennett
Bio
Education: PhD. School of Social Work, Rutgers University (expected May 2023); MSS, Bryn Mawr School of Social Work and Social Research (2011); Bachelor of Social Work, LaSalle University (2010). Research Interests: Her research focuses on intervention science targeting the neurobiological ramifications of PTSD among IPV survivors using fMRI to evaluate the treatment effect. She is also interested in developing diagnosis and assessment tools for differentiating PTSD and mild TBI to support policy and practice improvement in medical and DV facilities. Research experience: Research assistant at the VA New Jersey Healthcare System studying neurocognitive biomarkers for suicide prevention among Veterans with mental health disorders. Practice Experience: Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania (2011-Present); Clinical Outpatient Psychotherapist, Access Family Services, NC (2015-2016); Supervisor and Case Manager for Supportive Services for Veteran Families, Volunteers of America, NC (2013-2015); Clinical Outpatient Psychotherapist and Treatment Foster Care Case Manager, The Village, PA (2011-2012); Mental Health Technician, Comhar Inc., PA (2009-2011). Email Address: ejg151@ssw.rutgers.edu