Forensic psychology informed by experience and evidence

 

I am a Registered Psychologist with endorsement in Forensic Psychology and extensive experience in

psychological assessment and forensic report writing.

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Over the course of my career, I have completed more than 1,500 expert assessments and reports across

a range of forensic and medico-legal contexts.

 

My work draws on psychological assessment, critical evaluation of available evidence and the careful

application of psychological knowledge to the questions arising in each matter.

 

I also hold a Master's qualification in forensic linguistics, providing an additional area of specialist

knowledge relevant to matters involving language and communication.

 

An independent approach to assessment

Forensic psychology applies psychological knowledge to questions arising in legal and quasi-legal contexts. The task is to assess the available information, evaluate relevant evidence and provide reasoned opinions within the limits of the assessment.

 

My approach emphasises:

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• Rigorous assessment: considering relevant history, available records, assessment findings and other information pertinent to the referral.

• Clear reasoning: explaining the basis for opinions and distinguishing findings from interpretations and limitations.

• Professional independence: forming opinions on the evidence rather than on the preferred outcome of any party.

• Purposeful reporting: addressing the referral questions in language that is clear and useful to the intended audience.

 

Professional services

I undertake forensic psychological assessments and expert reporting in family, criminal and medico-legal contexts, including matters involving psychological injury, risk, competence and capacity, where these fall within the scope of my practice.

 

My aim is to provide careful, balanced and transparent assessments that assist the relevant professionals and decision-makers to understand the psychological issues in a matter.

 

Please note: I no longer provide psychological therapy. My practice is now exclusively focused on forensic psychological assessment and expert reporting.

 

Professional enquiries

Solicitors and other professional referrers are welcome to contact me to discuss a proposed referral, costs and the requirements of the assessment.