Our Expert Network
Strengthening our platform through professional guidance and ethical oversight.
Our network of psychologists, counselors, and specialists ensures Talk To Abbie remains a supportive tool without becoming a diagnostic platform.
How Our Experts Support the Platform
Our expert network provides guidance, training, and oversight to ensure the platform serves students and schools effectively while maintaining ethical standards.
Platform Development
Experts guide the development of conversation flows, response patterns, and safety protocols to ensure the platform remains supportive and non-invasive.
- Conversation design review
- Safety protocol development
- Response pattern validation
Training & Education
Our experts develop educational content and training materials for both students and school staff to maximise the platform's effectiveness.
- Staff training programs
- Student awareness modules
- Best practice guidelines
Crisis Intervention
In severe or complex cases, our expert network provides direct consultation and intervention pathways while maintaining student privacy.
- Emergency consultation
- Escalation protocols
- Follow-up support
Meet Our Expert Network
Our diverse team of professionals brings decades of experience in child psychology, school counseling, and trauma-informed care.
Dr. Sarah Chen
Child Psychologist
15 years specialising in trauma-informed approaches to bullying intervention and adolescent mental health.
PhD Clinical Psychology, Stanford University
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Certified Trauma Specialist
Michael Rodriguez
School Counselor
Expert in crisis intervention and student support systems with over 12 years in educational settings.
M.Ed School Counseling, UCLA
Licensed Professional Counselor
Crisis Intervention Specialist
Dr. Emma Wilson
Educational Specialist
Focuses on creating safe learning environments and implementing positive behavioral interventions.
PhD Educational Psychology, Harvard
Positive Behavior Support Specialist
School Safety Consultant
Dr. James Park
Digital Ethics Consultant
Ensures our technology practices align with ethical standards and child protection principles.
PhD Ethics & Technology, MIT
Child Digital Rights Advocate
Privacy Protection Specialist
Dr. Maria Santos
Cultural Competency Advisor
Ensures our platform serves diverse communities with cultural sensitivity and inclusivity.
PhD Cross-Cultural Psychology
Multicultural Counseling Expert
Bilingual Support Specialist
Dr. Alex Thompson
Research Director
Leads research initiatives on platform effectiveness and evidence-based intervention strategies.
PhD Research Psychology, Oxford
Evidence-Based Practice Expert
Data Ethics Specialist
Expert Intervention Workflow
Our experts are integrated into the platform's workflow to provide support when needed while maintaining student privacy and autonomy.
Detection
AI identifies patterns or language that may indicate severe situations requiring expert attention.
Assessment
Expert reviews anonymised conversation data to determine appropriate intervention level.
Consultation
Expert provides guidance to school staff on appropriate response and support strategies.
Support
Ongoing expert support for complex cases while respecting student privacy and choice.
Our Guiding Principles
Every expert in our network operates under strict ethical guidelines that prioritise student welfare, privacy, and autonomy.
Student Privacy First
All expert involvement maintains strict confidentiality protocols
Ethical Practice
All recommendations follow professional ethical standards
Trauma-Informed Care
All approaches consider potential trauma impacts
Cultural Sensitivity
Expertise spans diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
Join Our Expert Network
Are you a licensed professional passionate about creating safer spaces for students? We're always looking to expand our network of experts.