He received his doctorate in clinical psychology from Oklahoma State University. He is trained in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and has experience in treatment of youth with developmental disabilities. Dr. Shawler is a lead clinician in the Adolescent with Illegal Sexual Behavior Program. He also has clinical experience working preschool and school-age children with problematic sexual behavior. Dr. Shawler provides training and technical assistance on the treatment of problematic sexual behavior of children and adolescents with illegal sexual behavior.