Dr. Eric Hickey

Dr. Eric Hickey

Keynote Speaker: Professor of Criminology, Forensic Expert & Author of "Serial Murderers and their Victims"

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Dr. Eric Hickey Biography

Dr. Eric W. Hickey has been identified as one of the top 15 active forensic experts in the world and a renown national and international public speaker. He is a faculty member in Walden University’s Forensic Psychology doctoral program and has taught courses on serial and mass murder, criminal paraphilia, sexual predators, crime scene investigations, psychopathy, criminal personalities, arson and fire-setting, threat assessment and risk management, school and workplace violence prevention, and victimology. He has conducted seminars in countries throughout Europe, Asia and North America and has trained VIP protection specialists in Israel in profiling stalkers and conducting threat assessments and interventions. His expertise is chronicled in dozens of television documentaries including appearances on History, NPR, 20/20, A&E Bio, Oxygen, Reelz, GMA, CBC, TruTV, Discovery, TLC, CNN, Hulu, YouTube, BuzzFeed and NewsNation.

Dr. Hickey has worked with the criminally insane, psychopaths, sex offenders and other habitual criminals. He consults and testifies as an expert witness in both criminal and civil cases involving sex crimes against children and adults, criminal paraphilia, stalking, homicide, domestic violence, and serial crimes. A consultant to the FBI's UNABOM Task Force, Dr. Hickey assisted in the apprehension of Ted Kaczynski, the nation’s most prolific serial bomber. In the Jeffrey Dahmer case, Dr. Hickey is the only expert to have ever interviewed both his brother and his mother. Some of his other high-profile cases include Larry Hall, believed to have abducted and murdered 36 female college students while he posed as a Civil War re-enactor in cities around the U.S., Randy Woodfield, the I-5 killer, a narcissist who sadistically tortured and murdered several young women, and the MacArthur Park killer, Juan Cortez, who strangled and sodomized 7 men in downtown Los Angeles.

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Dr. Eric Hickey Speaking Topics

Some of the Nicest People I've met are Serial Killers

Dr. Hickey has interviewed several American serial killers and published books on his findings. His presentation examines their etiology, motivations, fantasies, victim selection, and progressive violence. He separates fact from fiction, explores the prevalence of serial murder and current law enforcement response.

Criminal Psychologist Unravels the Twisted Minds of Sociopaths & Psychopaths

Would you recognize a true psychopath if you ever met one? Dr. Hickey has interviewed many offenders categorized as sociopaths or psychopaths. He debunks mythology surrounding their criminality, explains their gradations of dangerousness, who they target, and their need to prey on others.

Why I Pick Up Hitchhikers & Talk to Strangers: A Walk on the Darkside

For many years Dr. Hickey has picked up hitchhikers and engaged strangers he sees in public places. His curiosity, inquisitiveness and risk-taking has led him into amazing discussions with rapists, bank robbers, murderers, drug dealers, and thieves. His intuition has allowed him to shine light in areas never closely examined. He now shares those stories and what he has learned.

Stalking: A Crime that Leads to Crimes that Change Your Life Forever

Dr. Hickey has interviewed dozens of stalkers and their victims, both domestic and stranger. He provides insights to stalker-victim relationships, motivations of offenders, victim selection, the process of in-person or cyberstalking, cognitive distortions, and tips to protect yourself and others from stalkers.

Child Predators Hiding in Plain Sight in our Schools, Churches, & Youth Organizations

Dr. Hickey has interviewed many convicted child predators, some of whom are pedophiles and others child molesters. Understanding the distinctions are critical in assessing how these two groups find and target children. Child predators have become savvier with advances in technology as has law enforcement responses.

Dr. Eric Hickey Videos

Criminal Psychologist Explains The Twisted Mind Of Jeffrey Dahmer

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Speaking fees for Dr. Eric Hickey, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Eric Hickey are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Eric Hickey, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Dr. Eric Hickey speak about?

Dr. Eric Hickey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Psychology, Social Sciences, Professors, Author, Social Activism and Sexual Assault Recovery.

Where does Dr. Eric Hickey travel from?

Dr. Eric Hickey generally travels from Fresno, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dr. Eric Hickey?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Eric Hickey for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Eric Hickey for your next private or corporate function.

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Dr. Eric Hickey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Psychology, Social Sciences and Professors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Eric Hickey for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Dr. Eric Hickey generally travels from Fresno, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Paul Holes, Elizabeth Smart and Clinton R. Van Zandt. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Eric Hickey for an upcoming event.

Dr. Eric Hickey Speaking Topics

  • Some of the Nicest People I've met are Serial Killers

    Dr. Hickey has interviewed several American serial killers and published books on his findings. His presentation examines their etiology, motivations, fantasies, victim selection, and progressive violence. He separates fact from fiction, explores the prevalence of serial murder and current law enforcement response.

  • Criminal Psychologist Unravels the Twisted Minds of Sociopaths & Psychopaths

    Would you recognize a true psychopath if you ever met one? Dr. Hickey has interviewed many offenders categorized as sociopaths or psychopaths. He debunks mythology surrounding their criminality, explains their gradations of dangerousness, who they target, and their need to prey on others.

  • Why I Pick Up Hitchhikers & Talk to Strangers: A Walk on the Darkside

    For many years Dr. Hickey has picked up hitchhikers and engaged strangers he sees in public places. His curiosity, inquisitiveness and risk-taking has led him into amazing discussions with rapists, bank robbers, murderers, drug dealers, and thieves. His intuition has allowed him to shine light in areas never closely examined. He now shares those stories and what he has learned.

  • Stalking: A Crime that Leads to Crimes that Change Your Life Forever

    Dr. Hickey has interviewed dozens of stalkers and their victims, both domestic and stranger. He provides insights to stalker-victim relationships, motivations of offenders, victim selection, the process of in-person or cyberstalking, cognitive distortions, and tips to protect yourself and others from stalkers.

  • Child Predators Hiding in Plain Sight in our Schools, Churches, & Youth Organizations

    Dr. Hickey has interviewed many convicted child predators, some of whom are pedophiles and others child molesters. Understanding the distinctions are critical in assessing how these two groups find and target children. Child predators have become savvier with advances in technology as has law enforcement responses.

Dr. Eric Hickey Videos

Criminal Psychologist Explains The Twisted Mind Of Jeffrey Dahmer
  • How do I book Dr. Eric Hickey to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. Eric Hickey for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. Eric Hickey, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. Eric Hickey or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dr. Eric Hickey for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dr. Eric Hickey, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. Eric Hickey are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. Eric Hickey, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dr. Eric Hickey speak about?

    Dr. Eric Hickey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Psychology, Social Sciences, Professors, Author, Social Activism and Sexual Assault Recovery.
  • Where does Dr. Eric Hickey travel from?

    Dr. Eric Hickey generally travels from Fresno, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dr. Eric Hickey?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. Eric Hickey for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. Eric Hickey for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. Eric Hickey or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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