Gwen Adshead

therapist

Gwen Adshead is a renowned forensic psychiatrist with over three decades of experience treating some of the most violent offenders in the UK. She has worked extensively in high-security psychiatric hospitals and prisons, focusing on understanding the psychological underpinnings of criminal behavior. In her latest book, 'The Devil You Know,' Adshead shares insights from her work with twelve patients, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in treating individuals who have committed serious crimes. She advocates for a more nuanced view of offenders, arguing against the binary classification of people as 'good' or 'evil,' and highlights the potential for rehabilitation through therapy.