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Our practice specializes in Court-Ordered Psychological Evaluations, delivered by a team of highly skilled clinicians led by our owner and director, Dr. Lisa Long, a forensic psychologist with extensive expertise. We are committed to providing thorough, objective, and evidence-based assessments that are essential for legal proceedings.

About Dr. Lisa Long

Dr. Lisa Long brings decades of forensic psychology experience to the practice. Her work spans high-stakes settings, including Department of Defense contracts in international contexts and pivotal roles in major forensic psychiatric facilities. Dr. Long is renowned for conducting meticulous assessments and delivering clear, informed testimony on a wide array of psycholegal matters.

Our services are not limited to evaluations—we also provide expert testimony and work product reviews of assessments conducted by other mental health professionals. This ensures that all evaluations adhere to the highest ethical standards and professional rigor.

For individuals undergoing a court-ordered evaluation, we recommend reading our blog post, "What to Expect from a Court-Ordered Psychological Evaluation," which provides an overview of the process and clarifies common questions.

Note: Forensic evaluations differ from traditional therapy; our primary goal is to deliver impartial, accurate assessments to assist in legal decision-making.

Court-Ordered Mental Health Assessments

We provide a comprehensive range of mental health evaluations, tailored to meet the requirements of courts, attorneys, and legal professionals. Explore our services, organized by legal focus:

Criminal Court Evaluations

Competency to Stand Trial Evaluation and Assessments

These evaluations determine whether an individual has the mental capacity to understand legal proceedings and assist in their defense. Our assessments focus on ensuring fair trials while addressing critical mental health concerns.
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Criminal Responsibility Evaluation

We evaluate whether a mental illness or psychological condition impaired an individual's ability to distinguish right from wrong or control their actions at the time of an alleged offense. These assessments are vital for determining culpability.
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Sentencing Evaluations

Focused on mitigation, diminished capacity, and volitional arm defense, these evaluations explore psychological or neurological factors that may reduce culpability, providing valuable insights to inform sentencing decisions.
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Civil Court Evaluations

Parental Capacity Evaluation (Parental Fitness Assessment)

This in-depth assessment evaluates whether a parent can provide a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for their child. It is often used in custody disputes and cases of alleged neglect or abuse.
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Fitness for Duty Evaluation

We assess an individual’s psychological readiness to safely and effectively perform job duties, particularly in safety-sensitive or high-stakes roles.
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Psychological Injury Evaluations

These evaluations document the psychological effects of traumatic events, workplace incidents, or other injuries for use in legal or compensation claims.
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Immigration Evaluations

Hardship Waivers (I-601 and I-601A)

Psychological evaluations to support applications for hardship waivers, demonstrating how a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member would face extreme hardship if separated.
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Form N-648 (Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions)

Expert assessments for individuals seeking exemptions from English and civics requirements during the naturalization process due to medical or psychological conditions.
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VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) Evaluations

Specialized evaluations for survivors of domestic violence, documenting the psychological effects of abuse to support immigration applications under VAWA provisions.
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Contact Us

If you require a court-ordered evaluation or want to learn more about our forensic psychology services, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team is dedicated to providing accurate, unbiased evaluations that meet the unique requirements of your legal case.