Dr. Katherine Iverson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Katherine M. Iverson is an Associate Professor at Boston University within the Chobanian and Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology. She obtained her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2008, where she also completed her MA and BA. Dr. Iverson has a dedicated research focus on the detection, treatment, and prevention of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) within VA health care systems. Her work specifically evaluates the clinical utility of IPV screening and counseling interventions, advocating for the integration of effective psychosocial treatments for individuals who have experienced traumatic events, such as interpersonal violence or traumatic brain injury. She is a Core Investigator at the VA Health Services Research Development Center and has received significant recognition for her contributions to mental health research, including the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). Dr. Iverson's current research is funded by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute, examining the effectiveness of brief counseling interventions for patients experiencing IPV.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Research Psychologist

2008-08-01 — Present

VA Boston Healthcare System • Boston, MA

Clinical Research Psychologist at the National Center for PTSD, focusing on women's health sciences.

Awards

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Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers

2012-01-01
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Lynne Stevens Award

2011-01-01

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.