Forensic Psychological Services Scottsdale | Phoenix
Our forensic psychologists offers a wide range of specialized evaluations designed to provide expert insight in both criminal and civil matters. With extensive training and experience, they are equipped to handle complex cases requiring a nuanced understanding of psychological and legal intersections. Below are the forensic services we provide:
Competency Evaluations
Competency evaluations are essential in various legal scenarios. Our services include determining competency for:
- Standing trial
- Managing finances
- Guardianship
- Making informed treatment decisions
Each evaluation is conducted with precision to ensure accurate and defensible conclusions.
Risk Assessments
Assessing risk is essential in both criminal and civil cases. Our offerings include:
- Violence Risk Assessments: Evaluating the potential for future harm to aid in sentencing, parole decisions, or civil commitment placements.
- Civil Risk Assessments: Determining the likelihood of harm or liability in non-criminal contexts.
Evaluation of Mental State at the Time of Offense (MSO)
Understanding a person’s mental state at the time of an alleged offense is critical in criminal cases. This type of evaluation provides insight into factors like intent, diminished capacity, or insanity defenses. It’s a cornerstone of forensic psychology—and one of our forensic psychologists’ areas of expertise.
Miranda Warning/Waiving of Rights Evaluations
In criminal cases, determining whether an individual was capable of understanding and waiving their rights is critical. These evaluations can also involve examining the validity of confessions. Additionally, they may be used in civil cases, such as lawsuits involving law enforcement agencies.
Child Custody Evaluations
Child custody disputes often require an impartial expert to evaluate the best interests of the child. Our forensic psychologists are highly experienced in these evaluations, offering thorough and defensible reports for court proceedings.
Workers’ Compensation for Mental Injury
Mental injuries are an increasingly recognized component of workers’ compensation cases. Our evaluations focus on:
- Assessing mental injuries, including emotional distress
- Evaluating personal injury cases, such as traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) resulting from accidents
These evaluations provide critical support for attorneys and their clients navigating complex civil litigation.
Social Security/Personal Injury
Determining the validity of psychological symptoms is crucial in both clinical and legal contexts. Our forensic psychologists specializes in assessment response style evaluations for conditions such as:
- Thought Disorders
- Intellectual Impairments
- Clinical conditions like anxiety or depression
- Denial or minimization of symptoms
These assessments are particularly valuable in settings like Social Security disability claims, personal injury cases, and more.
Whether you’re an attorney seeking expert analysis or an individual requiring a forensic evaluation, our forensic psychology services deliver the clarity and expertise needed to resolve your case effectively. Contact us today to learn more or schedule an evaluation.