Underclass

Underclass is at times comedy and at times tragedy. Jess deserves good things - and this memoir shows it * Will Hanrahan *Underclass is more than a memoir; it’s a testament to the power of one person’s story to ignite change. Jess’ unwavering determination and resilience leap off the pages, pushing readers to confront difficult truths and inspiring action. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking insight into the complexities of advocacy paired with experience and the enduring strength of the human spirit – Dr Charlotte Proudman

Dr. Jessica Taylor is a Chartered Psychologist, a multi-Sunday Times bestselling author, and an internationally recognized expert in victimology, trauma, and forensic psychology. She holds a PhD in Forensic Psychology from the University of Birmingham. In 2019, she was awarded a Fellowship of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) for her contributions to feminism and psychology. In 2023, she received an Associate Fellowship of the British Psychological Society (AFBPsS) in recognition of her work in the field of psychology.

Her first book, Why Women are Blamed for Everything, was published in 2020. Her second book, Sexy But Psycho: Uncovering the psychiatric labelling of women and girls, published in 2022, became a Sunday Times bestseller. In 2023, she co-authored The Indicative Trauma Impact Manual, the first comprehensive A-Z textbook on trauma responses and coping mechanisms. Her memoir, Underclass: A Memoir, released in 2024, became her second Sunday Times bestseller.

Dr. Taylor is a frequent media commentator on victim psychology and an academic speaker for documentaries such as BBC’s Womanhood and ITV’s When Nudes are Stolen and Celebrity Health Stories. She also appears regularly on radio, podcasts, and television, and has featured in trending Netflix true crime series like My Lover, My Killer and Meet, Marry, Murder. She has written opinion pieces for publications including the Independent and the Guardian. As a spirited and influential academic, she utilizes social media to share her ideas, reaching an audience of half a million followers.

As CEO of VictimFocus, she guides the organization’s strategic direction, national influence, and international partnerships. Her work involves developing evidence-based psychological theory, impactful resources, service frameworks, and consultancy models used across health, justice, education, and social care sectors.

Jessica specializes in anti-pathology and trauma-informed approaches to understanding and responding to the trauma and abuse of women and girls. She leads projects and lecture series in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and the USA.

With extensive frontline experience working directly with victims and survivors, Jessica brings a grounded, practice-informed perspective to her research, writing, and leadership. She is a leading voice in the development of trauma-informed, anti-oppressive frameworks for systems and services. She has advised on national policing strategies, government policies related to violence against women and girls (VAWG) and mental health, and institutional reforms both in the UK and internationally. Her expertise assists organizations in implementing effective and sensitive approaches.

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