Dr. Brian Russell

Dr. Brian Russell, Of Counsel, brings a wealth of expertise to Howell, Buchan & Strong, with a distinguished career in law and psychology. He earned his Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration degrees in 1998 from the University of Kansas, where he was honored as a Rice Scholar and received the Payne & Jones Award for legal writing. In 2005, Brian completed his Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology, also at the University of Kansas, further solidifying his deep understanding of the intersection between law and mental health. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Relations from Rockhurst College (now Rockhurst University) in 1994, where he graduated cum laude as a Presidential Scholar.

As a licensed psychologist in Kansas, Missouri, Texas, and Florida, Dr. Russell has maintained a thriving private practice since 2006, providing behavioral health services to a diverse clientele, including adults, adolescents, and children. His current focus is on offering therapy to attorneys and other high-performing professionals, helping them navigate the unique stresses of their careers. Additionally, Brian offers forensic services, such as competency assessments and consultations for attorneys, courts, and administrative agencies, leveraging his extensive experience to provide valuable insights into complex legal and psychological matters.

In parallel with his psychology practice, Dr. Russell has been a practicing attorney since 1998, offering legal representation and consultative services to behavioral health professionals and practices. His legal expertise extends to regulatory compliance, privacy law, and administrative matters before state licensing and federal health care regulatory agencies. Brian’s legal practice also includes occasional representation of individual clients in areas such as family law, personal injury, and estate planning, showcasing his versatility and commitment to serving his clients’ diverse needs.

Beyond his professional practice, Dr. Russell has made significant contributions as a television and radio personality. From 2012 to 2020, he co-hosted the Fatal Vows series on Investigation Discovery and was a regular panelist on Crime Stories with Nancy Grace on SiriusXM satellite radio. He has been a featured guest on popular television programs like Dr. Oz and Hallmark Channel’s Home and Family and provided expert analysis on networks such as CBS, Fox News, CNN, and MSNBC. His media presence has positioned him as a trusted voice in psychology and legal matters.