William James is an exceptional leader in the training and services we offer in the criminal justice field. Our graduates work at all levels of the system to ensure people don鈥檛 fall through the cracks.鈥� 鈥擩oseph A. Toomey, PhD, director, Forensic Psychology Concentration clinicians to provide joint staffing at the Boston Juvenile Court Clinic and a multidisciplinary training program in juvenile forensic mental health. CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR CHILDREN, FAMILIES AND THE LAW This center offers a range of education, evaluation, research, and professional consultation services, including a certificate in Child and Family Forensics. It supports informed professional practices, effective prevention and intervention, and thoughtful jurisprudence. 鈥淲illiam James is an exceptional leader in the training and services we offer in the criminal justice field,鈥� says Toomey. 鈥淥ur graduates work at all levels of the system to ensure people don鈥檛 fall through the cracks and that staff are as informed as possible about mental and behavioral health issues to prevent bad outcomes.鈥� Kinscherff adds, 鈥淭hese programs are consistent with the social justice mission of the College because many persons currently under criminal justice supervision or incarcerated do not need to be there as a matter of public safety if they can access evidence- based care in their communities. Effectively addressing behavioral health needs reduces recidivism risk, which reduces the risk of crimes and violence in our communities more than the current policy of mass incarceration.鈥� Dr. Nilda Laboy Dr. Tracy Fass Dr. Joseph Toomey