Who Is Dr Shannon Curry? What Psychologist Said About Amber Heard In Johnny Depp Trial? « CmaTrends

According to a clinical and forensic psychologist employed by Pirates of Caribbean actor Johnny Depp, Amber Heard had evidence of borderline and histrionic personality disorders. On the ninth day of Depp’s defamation trial against Heard, Dr. Shannon Curry, retained by Depp’s legal team, testified in court. Everyone seems to be searching for information about the doctor ever since the shocking statement appeared online. Well, we have covered all the information related to the psychologist and the ongoing case of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard. Check the article below and get details.

Shannon Curry testified in court on Tuesday, April 26th, about her psychiatric assessment of the actress. She diagnosed Heard with two diseases, Borderline Personality Disorder and Histrionic Personality Disorder. The psychiatrist went on to explain that histrionic illness entails competing for attention. The person with the condition might imagine themselves in the role of “victim” or “princess.”

Who Is Dr Shannon Curry?

Curry said to the jury during her explanation of Amber Heard’s Borderline Personality Disorder that those diagnosed have a fear of abandonment and have relationship issues as a result. To avoid being abandoned, they often make frantic attempts and exhibit extreme behaviors. Curry went on to explain how the diseases have affected Heard’s relationship with Depp. In 2021, Shannon was contacted by Johnny’s legal to help evaluate Amber’s mental health and other details.

The doctor met the actress twice in December 2021 and analyzed her medical reports too. Dr. Shannon Curry has a 15-year career in clinical and forensic psychology. Curry Psychology Group, a ‘counseling center’ in California, was also formed by her. She specializes in psychiatric counseling and assists individuals with “violence, trauma, and relationships,” according to her website.

Besides, she is licensed in both Hawaii and California. Reportedly, she has conducted multiple forensic psychological evaluations and provided influential reports and testimony to assist with the following criminal and civil matters. Nevertheless, it happens to be the first time Shannon is sharing her expertise in a criminal matter. Talking about her educational background, Dr. Shannon obtained her BA degree in Psychology and Social Behavior from UC Irvine.

Later, Curry went on to receive a Master’s degree from Pepperdine University University where she also got to complete her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Apart from this, Shannon also holds a postdoctoral Master of Science (M.S), Psychopharm degree from Alliant International University-San Francisco Bay. She has worked on forensic and military applications in her field and is a UC advisory board member as well.