Consulting

Expert Consultation & Media Appearances

As a forensic psychology researcher with expertise in sexual violence, human sexuality, and gender-based violence, I offer evidence-based consultation for media productions seeking accurate and nuanced representation of complex psychological topics.

Television & Documentary Experience

I have served as an academic consultant for several notable productions:

Curve Media: Provided expert consultation on forensic psychology aspects of production
Jigsaw Productions: Contributed academic expertise and on-camera insights for an upcoming documentary series

Podcast Appearances

I have been featured as a guest expert on multiple podcasts discussing topics within forensic psychology, sharing research-based perspectives on challenging subjects including sexual violence, paraphilias, and sexual violence.

Areas of Expertise

My research and consultation work focuses on (but is not limited to) several specialized domains within forensic psychology:

Sexual violence prevention and intervention
Sexual offences
Paraphilias and atypical sexual interests
Human sexuality across diverse populations
Incel communities and related psychological phenomena
Violence risk assessment and management
Gender-based violence dynamics and prevention

Collaboration Opportunities

I welcome inquiries for:

Expert consultation for television, film, and documentary productions
Podcast guest appearances
Media and news commentary on forensic psychology topics
Academic speaking engagements

My approach combines rigorous academic knowledge with accessible communication, ensuring complex psychological concepts are presented accurately and ethically to diverse audiences. For consultation inquiries, please contact me directly.

Media Appearances

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Sarrouh, M. (2024, October 25). 'Intolerable': Educators at Quebec youth detention centre accused of having sex with minors. Retrieved from https://montreal.ctvnews.ca/intolerable-educators-at-quebec-youth-detention-centre-accused-of-having-sex-with-minors-1.7087168
Ashley Hamer (Host). (2024, May 30). Philias: Zoophilia and the Hidden Community That’s Into Animals (episode 6) [Audio podcast episode]. In Taboo Science. https://www.tabooscience.show/044-zoophilia/
ToggleRat & AquaZeta (Hosts). (2024, March 26). Interview with Dr. Zidenberg (season 6, episode 1 bonus) [Audio podcast episode]. In Zooier Than Thou. https://zoo.wtf/s6e1-bonus-interview-with-dr-zidenberg/
ToggleRat & AquaZeta (Hosts). (2024, March 26). Tackling Taboos - A Guide to Zoo Research (season 6, episode 1) [Audio podcast episode]. In Zooier Than Thou. https://zoo.wtf/s6e1-tackling-taboos-a-guide-to-zoo-research/
Cummings, J., & Gibson, A. (Hosts). (2023, September 19). Addressing Body Weight Bias: Alexandra Zidenberg's Insights on Perceptions of Sexual Violence (No. 2) [Audio podcase episode]. The RESOLVing Violence Podcast. https://www.buzzsprout.com/2200090/13616171
Zorik, J. (2023, January 2). Body art stigma mostly a thing of the past. The Trauma and Mental Health Report. Retrieved from https://trauma.blog.yorku.ca/2023/01/body-art-stigma-mostly-a-thing-of-the-past/
Tarro (2022, December 10). Interview with Dr. Alexandra Zidenberg. Zooey Magazine. Retrieved from https://zooey.pub/interview-with-dr.alexandra-zidenberg/
Roberts, R. (2022, July 7). Attention-seeking, rebellious, risk-taker: The personalities most likely to be inked. Healthing. Retrieved from https://www.healthing.ca/wellness/skin-health/getting-inked-tattoo-addiction
Zanderbergen, R. (2022, July 27). New study shows tattoos are not a barrier for job seekers. CBC London & World Report. Retrieved from https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-158-london-morning/clip/15927672-new-study-shows-tattoos-barrier-job-seekers?share=true
Lynn, C., Owens, B., & Smetana, M. (Hosts). (2022, February 24). Dr. Alexandra Zidenberg on Tattoos & Perceived Professionalism (No. 21) [Audio podcast episode]. In Inking of Immunity. https://soundcloud.com/inkingofimmunity/ioi-21-dr-alexandra-zidenberg-on-tattoos-perceived-professionalism?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Levy, B. (2021, December 21). Inked shrinks: U of S research finds visible tattoos help psychologists connect with patients. Saskatoon StarPhoenix. Retrieved from https://thestarphoenix.com/news/local-news/inked-shrinks-u-of-s-research-finds-visible-tattoos-help-psychologists-connect-with-patients
Labrie, D. (2021, December 20). Que pensent les patients d'un psychologue portant des tatouages? Radio-Canada: Pour Faire un Monde. Retrieved from https://ici.radio-canada.ca/ohdio/premiere/emissions/pour-faire-un-monde/segments/entrevue/384730/psychologie-recherche-universite-saskatchewan-alexandra-zidenberg
Getty, M. (2021, December 18). Tattooed psychologists seen as more ‘confident, empathetic’: USask study. Global News. Retrieved from https://globalnews.ca/news/8461541/study-shows-inked-psychologists-deemed-to-be-more-competent
Hallen, D. (2021, December 16). Having visible tattoos gives psychologists more cred: USask research. uSask News. Retrieved from https://news.usask.ca/articles/research/2021/having-visible-tattoos-gives-psychologists-more-cred-usask-research.php
McMillian, A. (2020, February 21). Veterinarians not trained to recognize signs of sexual abuse: experts. Global News. Retrieved from globalnews.ca/news/6581780/veterinary-education-animal-abuse-bestiality/

Dr. Zidenberg represents the psychology department at the King's University College Open House, November 2022