Forensic Evaluations
Comprehensive, independent mental health evaluations tailored to legal, administrative, or employment-related needs—conducted with clarity, neutrality, and professional rigor.
Our Forensic Mental Health Evaluations are thorough, independent assessments used to inform legal, administrative, or employment-related decisions. These evaluations involve gathering detailed psychosocial information and may include structured interviews, formal screening tools, review of documentation, and consultation with collateral contacts when relevant.
The evaluation process may also utilize specialized software to organize data relevant to expert review. Final reports are written to meet professional and legal standards, often used in expert review by attorneys, healthcare providers, or administrative bodies.
These evaluations are conducted by licensed mental health professionals trained in forensic procedures. Each report is prepared with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and impartiality—and is structured to meet standards for admissibility and credibility within legal and professional contexts.
Who's It For?
This service is intended for individuals who need a mental health evaluation for legal or third-party purposes. Examples include:
Parenting capacity or family-related assessments
Parental investigations/custody evaluations
Psychosexual evaluations
General mental health evaluations requested by attorneys or agencies
What Will It Cost?
Forensic mental health evaluations are not typically covered by insurance and are billed out-of-pocket. Retainers vary based on provider and type of evaluation. Please refer to our Forensic Fee Schedule below for detailed information. All retainers are non-refundable.
How Long Is It?
Timelines vary depending on the scope and complexity of the evaluation. Most include:
An initial clinical interview (1–2 hours)
Additional assessment tools as needed
Review of documentation and collateral input
A final report typically delivered within 2–4 weeks
FAQs
Q: Can I use insurance to pay for this evaluation?
No. These evaluations are non-clinical in nature and are not reimbursable by insurance providers.
Q: Can you work directly with my attorney or agency?
Yes. With proper consent, we can coordinate directly with referring professionals.
Q: Will I receive a copy of the report?
In most cases, yes. This will be clarified during the intake process based on the nature of the referral.