Keynotes, Workshops & Webinars
Conference & Webinar Topics
Engaging sessions grounded in real-world experience, led by current and former prosecutors, law enforcement officers, and other MDT professionals who have lived this work.
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Macc Bucc: The Pursuit of Dallas' Most Prolific Pimp
This workshop examines the Anthony “Macc Bucc” Johnson trafficking case to explore how traffickers recruit, manipulate, and maintain control over victims—and why victims may remain loyal despite severe exploitation. Detective David Clark also breaks down the multi-jurisdictional investigative strategies used to corroborate victim accounts and build a prosecutable case.
Different Paths, Same Goal: Successfully Navigating the Prosecutor and Survivor Journey
This workshop explores how to bridge communication gaps between Multi-Disciplinary Team members and survivors to improve case outcomes in child maltreatment investigations. By integrating the perspectives of a veteran prosecutor and a survivor-advocate, the session provides practical strategies for trauma-informed collaboration that balances the pursuit of justice with the survivor’s long-term journey.
When Darkness Meets the Shining Light of Hope: A Survivor's Perspective on MDT Investigations
In this session, Melanie Barton shares her survivor journey, from navigating the Child Advocacy Center and court process as a child, to healing from pelvic pain/dysfunction, and learning to love and be loved after trauma. Through personal photos and stories, she highlights how the CAC model and her forensic interview helped her find her voice, the vital role her MDT played, and her 20-year path of healing, faith, and purpose. She also reflects on her more than 10-year career in victim services and advocacy.
Lessons Learned from the Torture & Murder of Audryna Bartsh
This case study traces a child torture investigation that began with a late-night 911 call and ended in justice for Audryna. Led by the case investigator, the session examines investigative strategy, complex medical evidence, and the lasting personal impact of secondary trauma on the professionals involved.
The Truth Won’t Set You Free: False Allegations and Child Abuse
This workshop examines the research showing that truly fabricated child maltreatment allegations are rare. Participants learn to distinguish fabricated claims from suggestive questioning and coerced recantations, and to avoid premature conclusions that undermine investigations.
Speak The Voice in Me: Finding Life and Life-Giving Breath After Sexual Trauma
This session follows survivor Melanie’s journey through the CAC and court process, showing how forensic interviewing and MDT support helped her find her voice and begin healing. Drawing on two decades of recovery and advocacy, she offers a firsthand perspective on the lasting impact of coordinated, survivor-centered practice.
Party of 4: A Table Talk Conversation with a Survivor, Psychologist, and Two Attorneys
This session examines how legal, medical, psychological, and survivor-centered perspectives intersect in child abuse cases and how effective MDT collaboration drives successful outcomes. Through cross-disciplinary discussion and case examples, participants learn to use medical evidence, expert testimony, and coordinated communication to support survivors and strengthen prosecution.
The Sound of Surviving: A Survivor's Medical Journey After Sexual Trauma and a Psychologist's Perspective
This workshop explores how sexual trauma can impact the body long after abuse, often beyond conscious awareness. Through Melanie’s story and Dr. Saar’s clinical insight, participants examine the mind–body connection, non-linear healing, and the vital role of trauma-informed medical care in survivor recovery.
The Sound of Surviving: One Survivor's Journey Through the Medical Aftermath of Trauma
This workshop uses survivor-advocate Melanie’s story to show how sexual trauma can manifest physically years later, including pelvic pain and dysfunction. Participants explore the non-linear nature of healing and the critical role of trauma-informed medical care in a survivor’s path to recovery.
Pursuing Justice, Hand-in-Hand: A Survivor and Forensic Psychologist's Journey from Interview to Trial
This session follows survivor Melanie Barton’s case from disclosure through trial and long-term impact, presented in conversation with forensic psychologist Dr. Timothy Saar. Together, they examine prosecution missteps, the effects of trial on victims, effective testimony preparation, and post-trial support.
The Death of Emily Hampshire: An MDT’s Battle for Justice & the Community Struggle to Understand a Mother’s Actions
This case study examines the investigation and prosecution surrounding the death of 14-year-old Emily Hampshire, whose mother concealed her Type 1 diabetes, leading to fatal neglect. The session highlights how a coordinated MDT uncovered the truth and secured justice in a close-knit community.
Unexplained Injuries, Unexplained Bruising: The Complicated Case of Baby Owyn (Parts 1 and 2)
This two-part case study examines the investigation and prosecution of the fatal abuse of 7-week-old Baby Owyn. Participants explore MDT timeline-building, charging and pretrial decisions, and trial strategy for complex medical evidence, nonverbal victims, and accelerated jury trials.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Most of our sessions are designed for a 75-minute time slot, but they can be shortened or expanded to fit your agenda. Most can be adapted to run anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours, so just let us know how much time you have.
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Yes. All of our speakers are comfortable presenting virtually, which means our topics can be delivered as a live webinar or virtual conference session. We’re happy to work with whatever platform you’re using.
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We recommend reaching out as early as possible, ideally 6–9 months before your event, since our speakers’ calendars fill up quickly. If your event is sooner, contact us anyway, and we’ll do our best to make it work.
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Yes. Most of our sessions can be adapted to your audience, setting, and time slot. Let us know who will be in the room and what you’d like them to take away, and we’ll shape the session around your goals.
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Fees vary by speaker. We typically ask hosts to cover travel costs, including airfare, ground transportation, lodging, and per diem, plus an honorarium or speaker fee. Fees are per event, not per session. If you’re working with a limited budget, let us know, and we’ll do our best to find options that fit.
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Yes to both. Since our fees are per event, a speaker can present additional sessions at your conference at no extra cost, such as a keynote and a breakout, or a series of workshops. You can also book speakers from different disciplines for multiple sessions or a panel, and we’ll help you put together a lineup that fits your event’s theme and audience.
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Our sessions have consistently been approved for continuing education credit. We’re happy to provide any materials organizers or attendees need to apply, such as session descriptions, learning objectives, speaker bios, and agendas.