2024 Misophonia Convention Featured Speakers

Tom Dozier is a leading behavior scientist who has been researching misophonia since 2012. He is also the founder and president of the Misophonia Institute. With a Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis from CSU Stanislaus and a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst credential earned in 2012, Tom further distinguished himself in 2017 by receiving the Behavior Analyst Mastery Certification in Behavioral Consultation and Clinical Behavior Therapy (BAMC:BCCBT). A regular presenter at the Misophonia Association Annual Conventions, Tom will be sharing his latest insights at this year’s event in November.

We are thrilled to introduce Dr. Jane Gregory, a clinical psychologist at the University of Oxford, UK, and a BABCP accredited CBT therapist. Dr. Gregory is a pioneer in adapting cognitive-behavioral therapies for individuals with severe misophonia. She is also the author of the insightful book “Sounds Like Misophonia: How to Stop Small Noises from Causing Extreme Reactions.” Join us at the 2024 Misophonia Convention to learn from Dr. Gregory’s groundbreaking research and clinical experience, and discover practical strategies to manage misophonia.

We are excited to introduce Dr. Jaelline Jaffe, a psychotherapist specializing in counseling support for patients with misophonia. Dr. Jaffe integrates various therapeutic approaches to provide holistic care and support for her clients. Her dedication to helping individuals manage their emotional responses to sound triggers makes her a leading expert in the field. Join us at the 2024 Misophonia Convention to learn from Dr. Jaffe’s insights and experience, and discover new ways to navigate the challenges of misophonia and sound sensitivity.

Ellie Rapp is a Research Coordinator for Western Psychiatric Hospital at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and a quadruple-major alumnus of Case Western Reserve University, with degrees in psychology, cognitive science, behavioral neuroscience, and chemistry. As a misophone, Ellie’s personal experience, research background, and involvement in the misophonia community (including co-coordinating the Teen Track at last year’s convention) offer a unique perspective. Ellie plans to pursue a PhD in Clinical Psychology, studying the connection between mood disorders, suicidality, misophonia, and guilt. Join us at the 2024 Misophonia Convention to hear from Ellie’s valuable experience and insights.