Shelley A Riggs Author

Shelley A. Riggs, PhD, LP, is a professor at Sam Houston State University, where she is director of clinical training for the master’s program in clinical psychology. Dr. Riggs also provides therapeutic services and is a clinical trainer. Her research focuses on the roles of family systems, attachment relationships, and trauma in psychological functioning. She has authored numerous scholarly publications and serves on the two journal editorial boards. Dr. Riggs is the recipient of several awards for teaching excellence and contributions to the field and is active in the American Psychological Association’s Society for Couple and Family Psychology (Division 43).

Laura E. Captari, PhD, LP, is a staff psychologist and academic researcher at The Albert and Jessie Danielsen Institute at Boston University and has served as adjunct faculty at multiple universities. She brings a holistic, depth-oriented, and systemic perspective to her roles as a psychotherapist, researcher, supervisor, and teacher. Dr. Captari’s research explores developmental and relational impacts of trauma, disaster, and loss across the lifespan and family system. Her work also explores approaches to address clinicians’ risks for vicarious trauma and build professional longevity. Dr. Captari has authored over 40 professional articles and chapters and serves on multiple editorial boards.