Dr. Shannon Curry

08/22/2026

There is no question about who killed the three Clancy children in this trial. Lindsay Clancy’s own defense has conceded that she did.
I am Dr. Shannon Curry, a clinical and forensic psychologist, and I conduct evaluations of criminal responsibility in cases like this one.

So here is what the jury is actually deciding. Under Massachusetts law, that question is whether, because of mental disease or defect, Lindsay Clancy lacked substantial capacity either 1) to appreciate the wrongfulness of her conduct, OR, 2) to conform her conduct to the requirements of law. Only one of those has to be true.

Pleading insanity is far riskier than most people realize— The insanity defense is raised in fewer than ONE PERCENT of felony cases in this country. ONLY about a quarter of those succeed, and most of the successful ones are resolved before a trial ever begins. The fact that this case is being tried at all tells you that “whether or not she did it” was not on the table. Trials like these sit on top of an ocean of records. Years of investigation, medical history, and expert analysis are in front of that jury, and no televised proceeding can show you all of it. What reaches your screen is a sliver of the facts of what happened.

For these reasons, there is much to learn about the limits of or own knowledge. Please remember that social media often favors the loudest voices, not the wisest. If you’re interested in learning about psychology and the law, and something about this case has been nagging at you, ask me in the comments.



If you or your loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 (available 24/7, free, and confidential).

Free support is available to individuals with mental illness and their families: Contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine at 1-800-950-6264 or text “NAMI” to 62640.

To locate public mental health programs near you, contact the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 or use the treatment locator tool at findtreatment.gov

07/21/2026

For anyone curious about what really makes a relationship work, the Method is one of the most researched answers in my field, and it has shaped how I work with couples throughout my career.

Drs. John and Julie Gottman spent decades observing real couples and learning what helps relationships last. Their approach gives therapists practical, research-backed ways to help partners understand each other, move through conflict, and rebuild closeness.

This weekend im bringing my clinical team to a Level 2 training in the Gottman Method of Couples Therapy, and I’d love for any interested clinician friends to join us!

This training is extra special because it’s led by my mentor, Dr. Nancy Young, a Certified Gottman Therapist and an Advanced Clinical Trainer across Gottman Levels 1, 2, and 3. She’s the inspiration that started me on this path and she’ll be hosting us at her clinic, Pathways to Wellness, in Costa Mesa, California.

We meet for three days, Friday July 24 through Sunday July 26.

This training is for licensed clinicians who have completed Level 1 in the Gottman Method. It’s also open to therapists who have completed advanced Gottman training and want to refresh their skills, and refresher registration is discounted.

You’ll earn up to 20 continuing education hours and a Level 2 Certificate of Completion from The Gottman Institute .

Space is limited. Clinicians can register and find the full details at the link in our bio: pathways2wellness.com/gottman-training-2

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06/20/2026

The Quality Time with Family and Friends tour is coming to an end. My little sister is with me for an epic finale in NYC after a week with friends I’ve known from boarding school since I was 14 years old. We know so much about each other that Hap says if there were a fight it would be “mutually assured destruction.” I love them so much.

06/18/2026

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12/18/2024

I love love loved getting to do the  podcast with my buddies  and . This was definitely NOT the worst time I’ve had 😘 talking about forensic psychology, love, dating, sex, , breakups, divorce, mental health, and everything else under the sun. I love doing podcasts and answering questions!. Thank you Britters! Xoxo             

12/16/2024

Important update! The West website has been updated to include a new policy extending the duration that beneficiaries can continue to work with their current providers under Tricare— even if those providers are technically dropped from the network on January 1st. According to the website, specialty care will be covered through March 15th, buying us all valuable time to continue to advocate for transparency and effective handling of the transition and to ensure that patients have adequate future healthcare plans.

10/25/2024

When we start therapy with a new client at Curry Psychology Group, we begin with a thorough intake process. This means having a deep conversation about the client’s background and why they’re seeking therapy. Sometimes, during these talks, we uncover signs of autism that were previously overlooked or misunderstood—especially in highly intelligent and capable people.Receiving an autism diagnosis can be life-changing. It often starts a journey of healing and self-understanding. We prioritize creating a safe space where clients feel comfortable asking questions, giving honest feedback, and just being themselves. For many adults who’ve gone undiagnosed, this might be the first time they feel truly understood and accepted for who they are.We also have a board-certified neuropsychologist on our team who can conduct evaluations to reliably identify autism. I understand that many people, especially parents of young children, worry about their child being “labeled.” But imagine feeling fundamentally different from everyone around you, not knowing why, and struggling with situations that seem so easy for others. Getting negative feedback through teasing or discipline—despite trying your hardest—can lead to exhaustion and acting out.An autism diagnosis isn’t about labeling; it’s about support, understanding, and connection. It’s about providing resources so that children and adults with ASD can recognize their unique strengths and be supported to thrive.

10/23/2024

Single people, listen up… what matters isn’t hotness, or money, or mystery. It’s the good person who shows up for you again and again and for whom your admiration continues to grow exponentially throughout the years. That’s hot, and 10 years in, even hotter. Thank you, Ty, I love you.

08/07/2024

I am so honored to be invited as the keynote speaker for the first annual Mental Health Professionals Retreat, hosted by the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) Central Coast Chapter. The timing of the request was serendipitous, as I've done a lot of "accelerated" learning over the last couple of years that I'm ready to start sharing. In particular, I faced genuine trauma in my own life-- a term I wouldn't use lightly-- and found myself feeling like I just couldn't get ahold of it. I can't begin to tell you how unsettling that is-- to know the therapy methods, to understand the neurological changes and the disruption of previously held beliefs-- and yet to be utterly leveled by it. I thought of service members who I've worked with you said during the first session that they figured they'd give therapy "one last shot" before giving up, and understood finally through my own lived experience how utterly hopeless true posttraumatic stress feels. I felt fundamentally damaged, and my inability to get through it started to shake my faith in the science and evidence-based therapy methods I've dedicated my life to practicing. So what finally happened? Well, for one, things got worse. I thought I would continue continue to work my ass off and achieve new pursuits, only to find that there was no glory at the end of that road. And it was then, when the one thing I could always rely on failed me-- my brain and my drive-- that I realized I've really forgotten how important it is to just be Shannon. ...To be in my body, to reconnect with that sense of just being, to feel a genuine love for myself. Not an arrogant sort of attachment to an identity-- but the very simple, joyful, sweetness of just allowing myself to be here, to comfort that little kid inside of me that's been striving for approval & belonging for so long. The more I took time to just reconnect with my own body in this very moment, the more I felt compassion for myself. That in turn enhanced my compassion for others. And then, I brought that presence and stillness into the therapy room, and the magic really began. I can't wait to share more at the retreat, and I hope to see you there!