Dr Geraldine O’Hare

Dr Geraldine O’Hare is a Consultant Forensic Psychologist and former Director of Rehabilitation and Head of Psychological Services with the Probation Board for Northern Ireland where she worked for 28 years.

Following a Fellowship to the USA, Geraldine was instrumental in introducing problem solving justice initiatives to Northern Ireland and led with the introduction of the first Problem Solving Courts in Northern Ireland.

Geraldine is the Chief Assessor for the British Psychological Society’s Qualification in Forensic Psychology and Chair of the Northern Ireland Branch.

Geraldine has extensive experience working with the Parole Commissioners in Northern Ireland and wider criminal justice system. She works independently across the health and justice sectors both nationally and internationally.