Clinical Psychology Professor & Trauma Researcher; Expert on PTSD in First Responders; Author of "Just Be Happy"

Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
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Dr. Michelle Lilly Biography

Dr. Michelle Lilly is a professor of clinical psychology at Northern Illinois University, specializing in trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and mental health among first responders and public safety personnel. Lilly completed undergraduate studies at Brown University and earned a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Michigan, followed by a post-doctoral fellowship focused on trauma, depression, and anxiety treatment. Her career centers on addressing mental health stigma in populations such as 9-1-1 telecommunicators, law enforcement, and emergency workers.

Lilly has published more than 50 peer-reviewed empirical articles, white papers, and book chapters examining the psychological and physical impacts of trauma. She co-authored the first study on PTSD prevalence in 9-1-1 telecommunicators, "Duty-Related Trauma Exposure in 911 Telecommunicators: Considering the Risk for Post-traumatic Stress," which increased awareness of PTSD in this population. Her research demonstrates that PTSD rates among dispatchers are comparable to those of on-scene first responders and highlights unique risk factors for telecommunicators.

Lilly's work has informed legislative efforts to improve mental health services and job reclassification for 9-1-1 telecommunicators, as well as increased support for law enforcement. Her research team investigates the effects of moral injury on first responder functioning and wellness. She serves on the editorial board for "Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy," a journal of the American Psychological Association. Lilly has received recognition including the National Emergency Number Association President's Award and the Fraternal Order of Police Blue Award.

Lilly provides training on PTSD, stress management, and resilience for public safety, corporate, and nonprofit audiences nationwide. She has presented for organizations such as EENA, ICCRA, APCO, NENA, IAED, FOP, NAPO, ICJIA, ILEAS, and 911derWomen. As owner of Lilly Counseling and Consultation, she offers evidence-based intervention for PTSD, depression, and anxiety, as well as organizational assessment and consultation for first responders and their families. She also founded 9-1-1 Recovers, a telebehavioral health practice serving public safety personnel. Her book chapters appear in volumes including "The Resilient 9-1-1 Professional" and "Mental Health Intervention and Treatment of First Responders and Emergency Workers."

Lilly is the author of "Just Be Happy," a memoir exploring personal growth and lessons learned through adversity. Across her research, clinical practice, and public speaking, Lilly contributes to the ongoing conversation around trauma, resilience, and mental wellness in the first responder and public safety community.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/13/2026.

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