MICHELLE PETERSON CONSULTING
Child Sex Abuse Expert
Delivering outstanding expertise and consulting services on child sexual abuse cases.
Our Services
EXPERT WITNESS FOR CRIMINAL & CIVIL CHILD ABUSE CASES
We offer consulting services, written reports, testimony, research and trial preparation for child sexual abuse cases.
YOUTH SERVING ORGANIZATIONS POLICY AND PROCEDURE DEVELOPMENT
We develop custom policies and procedures to prevent misconduct and child abuse.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER & INDUSTRY EXPERT
Michelle is available for interviews, keynote speeches, and expertise to media regarding child abuse cases.
No matter the size of your organization, MPC is here to help.
AboutMichelle Peterson
Child Abuse Expert
Policy
Procedures
Training
Research
Prevention
Welcome to Michelle Peterson Consulting. Michelle provides expertise in the reviews of child forensic interviews, child abuse prevention policy and procedure development, expert witness testimony, consulting for criminal and civil child abuse cases, and SafeSport consulting. Michelle is a passionate advocate for victims of child abuse, the prosecution of perpetrators, ongoing protection of children, and overall justice in the world of child abuse.
CHILD FORENSIC INTERVIEWS
CHILD ABUSE CASE INVOLVEMENT
CHILD ABUSE EXPERT CASES
What Clients Are Saying
“Michelle’s testimony regarding sexual abuse training was instrumental in securing our $13 million sexual abuse verdict. Her in-depth knowledge of the subject matter, coupled with her professional yet approachable demeanor, made her an invaluable asset throughout the process. Working with Michelle was a seamless experience.”
“The ability to have a qualified expert such as Michelle to review forensic interviews and educate the court about how to protect a child in a potentially dangerous situation has made all the difference to the children I work with. I would certainly recommend her expertise to any person who works professionally in protecting children.”
“Working with Michelle helped give me peace of mind that we were doing everything we could to prevent abuse. As an educational consulting company, we wanted to take every measure to protect the children that we serve. Michelle was extremely thorough, personable, and understanding. Instead of judging “our current state of affairs,” she guided us in moving forward so that we now use state-of-the-art guidelines that work to protect both children and the adults who serve them.”
“We contacted Michelle after our business was faced with a difficult situation involving a former employee. Michelle met with us on very short notice and put us at ease immediately. She got to work right away, meeting with our staff, learning about our business and our procedures, and reviewing our policies. After several discussions, she spent weeks writing, revising, and implementing an amazing abuse protection policy. We are so thankful to have had Michelle on our team. She was a warm and friendly face in a challenging time and was always there to answer a question or give us information. She is incredibly passionate about her goal in preventing abuse in our society. We would highly recommend working with Michelle, whether your business is currently going through a difficult situation or if you are interested in working to prevent child abuse in your organization.”
Do you or your organization need help developing policies and procedures for abuse prevention?
Learn MoreIN THE NEWS
Michelle Peterson Featured on SI.com
Michelle Peterson was interviewed for an SI.com article, “The Medals Keep Piling Up. But at What Cost?” by Lauren Green for Sports Illustrated – July 30, 2021.
Michelle Peterson Featured on HBO’s “Allen v. Farrow”
Michelle Peterson was featured on HBO’s “Allen v. Farrow.” See “‘Allen v. Farrow’: 5 takeaways from the third episode,” which dives into the high-profile custody battle. Written by Sonia Rao for the Washington Post – March 8, 2021.
Michelle Peterson Quoted in Colorado Springs Gazette Article
Michelle Peterson was interviewed and quoted in this Colorado Springs Gazette article on the United States Olympic Committee’s sex abuse scandals, “Sex abuse scandals rock USOC, the nation’s most hallowed sports brand,” by Stephanie Earls for the Colorado Springs Gazette – March 3, 2018.
Michelle Peterson BBC World News Interview
Michelle Peterson was interviewed by BBC World News regarding the trial of Larry Nassar. More than 160 accusers have come forward, and some of the women were athletes within the USA Gymnastics Organization at the time of the abuse. Aired January 22, 2018
Michelle Peterson Integral in Colorado Amateur Hockey Association SafeSport Rollout
USA Hockey introduced its SafeSport abuse prevention program in 2017, and the Colorado Amateur Hockey Association (CAHA) took huge steps to make sure all Colorado hockey clubs were on board. Michelle’s efforts were an integral part of the SafeSport program’s rollout. Learn more about CAHA’s SafeSport program.
Michelle Peterson Interviewed for Outside Magazine Article
Michelle was interviewed and spoke about the ways in which competitive youth sports cultures, combined with both a lack of oversight and outright coverups, have created a dangerous environment for young athletes in the United States. “Unprotected,” by: Rachel Sturtz for Outside Magazine – November 2014.
Michelle Peterson Quoted in Article on Background Checks Bill for Youth Sports
Michelle was quoted in this CBS Denver article about the debate over a bill to require background checks for volunteers with youth sports organizations, “Bill to Require Background Checks on Youth Sports Proposed Once Again at State Capitol,” by CBS Denver – April 16, 2015.
Michelle Peterson Played Major Role in New Colorado Law
On March 22, 2013, Colorado Bill SB 13-012, which was sponsored and developed by Michelle Peterson and Senator Rollie Heath, was signed into law by Governor Hickenlooper. The law requires coaches of private youth sports organizations to be mandated reporters of child abuse. For example, if a coach sees another…
Michelle Peterson Testifies Before Senate Judiciary Committee Regarding Colorado Senate Bill 13-012: Mandated Reporter List
Michelle worked with Senator Rollie Heath on Colorado Senate Bill 13-012: Mandated Reporter List, and she was instrumental in getting private club coaches added to the mandatory reporting list for child abuse in the state of Colorado. The hearing took place during the week of January 27th, 2013. Michelle testified…
Michelle Peterson Proposes Bill Requiring Background Checks for Youth Sports Organizations’ Employees, Volunteers
At Michelle’s recommendation, Senator Rollie Heath and Representative Jonathan Singer are sponsoring a bill that would require criminal background checks for employees and volunteers of youth sports organizations in the state of Colorado (Read the full article). “Bill proposes background check for youth sports organizations’ employees, volunteers” By: John Fryar…