Before starting her psychotherapy practice, Dr. Rothbaum worked in a variety of research, educational, medical and healthcare settings. She also served on several health and mental health advisory boards. Dr. Rothbaum is a trained and experienced researcher and author of numerous published articles and book chapters for professional and general audiences. She has consulted and conducted workshops on how to use psychological principles to improve coping and avoid burnout in healthcare, psychotherapy, business, and teaching. She has extensive experience with a range of trauma and the emotional and behavioral reactions of traumatized patients, as well as the reactions of their physicians and other professionals.