Kathryn Krase, PhD, JD, MSW

About the Author

Kathryn Krase, PhD, JD, MSW, is the principal consultant and owner of Krase Consulting, a multi-disciplinary consulting firm with experience in child welfare systems, higher education, non-profit management, and youth sports coaching. Dr. Krase is an expert on the professional reporting of suspected child maltreatment and has authored multiple books and articles on the subject. She has years of experience consulting with government and community-based organizations to develop policy and practice standards. As part of her extensive work to educate and support healthcare professionals to intervene and protect children, when necessary, while respecting and supporting family integrity whenever possible, Dr. Krase offers training, resources, blogs, podcasts, and consultations through her website, Making the Tough Call.

Disclosures

Financial: Kathryn Krase receives author compensation from Professional Development Resources. In addition, Dr, Krase is paid for services provided through her consulting firm and for presenting professional development and training for healthcare professionals. Dr. Krase has authored and co-authored multiple books and papers and receives royalties for some, including Making the Tough Call, Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect, and Child Welfare, Preparing Social Workers for Practice in the Field.

Nonfinancial: No relevant nonfinancial relationships exist.