Dr. Shannon Curry is a forensic and clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience holding recognized licenses in Hawaii and California. She is the owner of the Curry Psychological Group, which leads multi-specialty counseling and educates people in Orange County, California. She serves on the UC Advisory Board, describes herself as a mental health issues expert, helping people going through a variety of issues, from trauma to military and forensic applications.
Early life
Dr. Shannon Curry was born in 1979 and grew up in New Port Beach, California. She owns the Curry Psychology Group, a premier multidisciplinary counseling center in Orange County, California, and has 15 years of experience conducting research, therapy, and psychological assessments of trauma, violence, and relationships.
Dr. Curry has been in the mental health management profession for more than 15 years. She has experience in providing assessment therapy and services, working in the military, community settings and forensic administration. Dr. Curry is the recent director of the Curry Psychology Group, which helps military and civilian clients transform their relationships, improve their overall health, and overcome the grief and trauma caused by mental health issues.
Dr. Shannon Curry Education
Dr. Shannon Curry holds a Masters and PhD in Clinical Psychology. She received both her Masters and PhD from Pepperdine University.
She also holds a postdoctoral Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychopharmacology (MSCP) from Alliant University, earning her the recognition and title of National Psychologist eligible for the Rules Authority in the Military Judiciary.
Dr. Curry has received her immense training in tackling the psychology, trauma, and assessment or treatment of PTSD. She received her specialization in trauma and forensic psychology along with a two-year postdoctoral fellowship at Hawaii State Hospital.
Dr. Shannon Curry Career
Dr. Curry often remains in the news because of her connection to social justice work. She currently serves on the Advisory Board of the University of California Center for Unconventional Security Affairs (CUSA). She is also often involved in programming and addressing the global issues of poverty, sustainability, violence and warfare.
Dr. Curry is a psychologist who holds an independent position as a forensic consultant for state courts, the US military, private attorneys, law enforcement agencies and many more. She is the master of the psychological field and provides clear, well-researched opinions in both civil and criminal cases.
Dr. Curry earned her forensic examination certifications while working for the Hawaii Department of Courts and Corrections.
Johnny Depp Trial
Shannon is the most passionate personality presenting herself as an expert in the field. Dr. Shannon Curry was hired by Johnny Depp in April 2022 for his lawsuit against his ex-wife Amber Heard. During the court hearing, Dr. Shannon said she spent about 12 hours with Amber Heard, during which Amber took several mental health tests. Based on the mental health test results, Curry said she believes Heard has a lot of inner hostility and is self-righteous, judgmental, and full of rage.
Dr. Shannon Curry Biography | |
|---|---|
| Real name | Dr. Shannon J. Curry |
| Date of birth | 1979 |
| Age (as of 2022) | 42 years |
| Place of birth | California, United States |
| nationality | American |
| profession | Psychologist Doctor |
| religion | Christianity |
| sun sign | – |
Physical Statistics | |
| Height | in feet inches – 5′ 6” – in centimeters – 168 cm |
| Weight | in kilograms – 54kg – in pounds – 119 pounds |
| shoe size | 7.5 (US) |
| hair colour | Blond |
| eye color | Brown |
| body type | Slim |
Dr. Shannon Curry Family | |
| Father | – |
| mother | – |
| sister | – |
| Brothers | – |
Qualification/Education | |
| school | – |
| University | Pepperdine University |
Relationship status | |
| Marital status | single |
| affair | no |
| Who is Dr. Shannon Curry’s husband/boyfriend? | none |
Personal life
Dr. Shannon Curry was married to Justin Westgaard, whom she met in 2008 in the news about the donations for then 17-year-old teenager Juan Carbajal, who is from Peru and was having surgery in the United States for a six-month stint in the States. The husband and wife helped Juan get to the United States and have surgery. During this time, Shannon worked as a graduate student in psychology and helped Juan live with her family until he had surgery in the United States
However, Shannon and Justin Westgaard are no longer a married couple. The couple separated after 2008, but it is not known when exactly they announced their divorce. On April 12, 2021, Dr. Shannon another man named Ty, to whom she married in the courthouse with the established rituals of marriage.
Dr. Shannon Curry Net Worth
Dr. Shannon enjoys a high profile status in society. She comes from a highly educated background and has completed many educational programs as well as international residency and doctoral studies. What is certain is that she makes good money from her position as head of her self-financed and own psychological clinic. At the moment, the estimated net worth of Dr. Shannon at around $4 million to $7 million.