Evaluations, Training & Research at the convergence of mental health and the legal system
Evaluation Details
Evaluations are designed to respond specifically to the referral question. Objective psychological testing, review of legal case materials, and comprehensive clinical interview result in a diligent process for the evaluation.
Evaluations
We offer several types of forensic evaluations. These evaluations are most often used to help determine an individual’s mental health/state and help the courts make decisions about individual's rights, sentencing, and treatment needs. Each evaluation is based on the legal case and ensures the courts have the information they need to answer their questions.
Competence to Proceed
Examination to make recommendations about a client's capacity to undergo legal proceedings.
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Criminal Responsiblity
Examination to make recommendations about a client's mental state at the time of the commission of a crime.
Psychosexual Evaluations
This type of evaluation is for individuals facing sexual offense charges or those who have been convicted of sexual offenses. Psychosexual evaluations provide a comprehensive of review of an individual’s attitudes, sexual deviance, needs and risk. Court systems use this information to help determine sentencing, whether or not to grant privileges, and how to move forward with community reintegration. Although these evaluations are most often used in adult cases, they can be modified to evaluate children and adolescents.
Juvenile Delinquency Evaluations
This type of evaluation is for adolescents (age 13-17) who are involved in the juvenile court system and are in need of psychological evaluation. These are comprehensive and can assist in determining criminogenic risk, state of mental health and amenability to treatment. Consultation can also be provided to the courts on juvenile cases.
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Psychological Evaluations for Court
IFP conducts psychological evaluations for the court to respond to a referral question where general evaluation may be necessary. These general evaluations can be discussed.
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Psychological Evaluations in Family Court
IFP conducts evaluations for parenting capacity, parenting time and other matters relevant for family court. Evaluations are specialized and include clinical interviewing of parent(s), mental health and possible psychological diagnosis that can impact parenting, review of records, collateral interviews, psychological testing, observations (as indicated), and a comprehensive method for making recommendations for the courts on parenting matters.
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Fitness for Duty and Pre-Employment Evaluations
IFP conducts evaluations to determine Fitness for Duty. These evaluations are a formal, specialized examination of a candidate to determine his or her ability to safely and effectively perform his or her job functions. We use objective evidence to determine if the incumbent can perform his or her defined job and provide results that may indicate the underlying cause could be attributable to a psychological condition or impairment.
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Occupational Skills and Work Capacity Evaluations
Evaluation to determine basic work and general cognitive skills one has as well as physical and cognitive abilities to performa specific types of job and related tasks. Addresses barriers and ways to overcome those.
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Our Approach
We use a comprehensive approach to evaluation, consultation, and training services. Highly customized to the individual needs of our client, we aim to meet them where they are while still attending to the pressing psychological concerns that hte legal system may have. In the diverse world that we live, and being sensitive to differences, we work hard to create a collaborative relationship with our clients and other professionals who may be legally involved and consider our client's cultural background and experiences while ensuring best practices are tailored to answer the core questions.
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Mission and Vision
Mission Statement
An eclectic and individualized approach to evaluation, consultation, and training services using client needs and goals as a guide as well as flexibility, open-mindedness and meeting clients where they are while still attending to the pressing psychological concerns.
Values Statements
At the Institute of Forensic Psychology, LLC, we place the highest value on objectivity and a comprehensive approachto meeting evaluation needs. Our work is grounded in evidence-based and evidence-supported practices, ensuring that every evaluation is meaningful, individualized, and rooted in current psychological science. Bridging the gap between research and applied services is a central goal of our practice, and our commitment to these values is evident in both our methods and outcomes.
We believe in fostering a collaborative relationship between clients and professionals, one that is culturally informed and respectful of each individual’s background and experiences. Best practices are carefully tailored to address the presenting questions or issues with clarity, precision, and fairness.
Equally important, we value the integrity of our workplace. As an award-winning work environment, we are committed to hiring only the most qualified evaluators and administrative professionals. We actively cultivate a supportive, high-functioning team and carefully screen to avoid toxic influences that undermine collaboration and excellence. By maintaining a culture of respect, professionalism, and shared purpose, we ensure that both our clients and our staff experience the highest standards of service and workplace well-being.
The legal and/or clinical question(s) guides the evaluation process, assist in determining the tests we use, and the implementation plan
Evaluation Costs
Contact us for a quote.
Fees vary based on complexity of the case.
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We do not take insurance because it often does not pay for the types of evaluations that we conduct.