Behavioral Health Services Expert Witnesses in Maryland

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Behavioral health services expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including psychiatry, psychology, social work, and addiction treatment. Some of the most common specialties include mental health assessment, suicide risk, substance use disorders, trauma, and standards of care. They can opine on the effects of misdiagnosis, inadequate treatment, medication errors, institutional negligence, and policy noncompliance.

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  • Review Fee $550/hr
    Deposition Fee $650/hr
    Court Fee $750/hr

    This expert has nearly 20 years of experience in the epidemiology and behavioral science field, specializing in foodborne outbreaks, worksite health, workplace behaviors, consumer retail behavior, and, most recently, the impact of COVID-19 on human behavior. She earned a BA in math and psychology from Bradley University, an MS in epidemiology and biostatistics from the University of South Florida, and a PhD in public and community health from the University of Maryland. Formerly, this expert served as an adjunct professor in public health at Montgomery College. She then went on to serve as a program analyst for behavioral and social research programs at the National Institute of Aging and National Cancer Institute, along with serving as a deputy director of strategic and innovative programs at the National Institutes of Health. This expert was also the founder and director of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute at the National Institutes of Health, as well as principal epidemiologist and global vice president of research and corporate services at Sodexo. Currently, she is the CEO of an epidemiology and behavioral science consulting firm in Maryland.

    CEO, An Epidemiology & Behavioral Science Consulting Firm in MD

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Maryland

    Gaithersburg,

    Maryland

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  • Review Fee $375/hr
    Deposition Fee $450/hr

    This highly-qualified applied behavior analysis expert has 20 years of experience in her field, specializing in autism, developmental disabilities, and early intervention. She earned her BA in clinical psychology from Lock Haven University and her MA in applied behavior analysis from Penn State University. She is a board-certified behavior analyst and certified as a Competent Learner Model coach. This expert is active in her field as a member of the Association for Professional Behavior Analysis and as an author of several peer-reviewed publications. She formerly served as a behavior analyst for Keystone Human Services, a clinical adjunct of psychiatry at Penn State College of Medicine, and the clinical director, chief clinical officer, and CEO of Vista Autism Service & The Vista School. Currently, this expert owns a private practice and serves as an ABA business and clinical consultant.

    Executive Coach and Peer Group Facilitator, A coaching organization in PA

    Master of Arts (MA), Penn State University

    Pennsylvania

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What Can a Behavioral Health Services Expert Witness Opine On?

Psychotherapy

Talk therapy for emotional and mental health.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Focuses on changing negative thought patterns.

Medication Management

Prescribing and monitoring psychiatric medications.

Group Therapy

Facilitated sessions with multiple participants.

Crisis Intervention

Immediate support during mental health emergencies.

Psychoeducation

Teaching about mental health conditions and treatments.

FAQs for Behavioral Health Services Expert Witnesses

What is a behavioral health services expert witness?

A behavioral health services expert witness is a mental health professional who explains standards of care and treatment practices in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, offering opinions, testifying, and clarifying complex behavioral health issues.

In what case types might the expertise of a Behavioral Health Services expert witness be beneficial?

A Behavioral Health Services expert witness is beneficial in malpractice, standard-of-care, suicide risk, wrongful death, abuse/neglect, disability, employment, and criminal competency cases.

How can a Behavioral Health Services expert witness evaluate treatment decision-making?

A Behavioral Health Services expert witness evaluates treatment decision-making by reviewing records, clinical standards, risk assessments, and provider rationale for each care choice.

What qualifications should a Behavioral Health Services expert witness possess for testimony?

A Behavioral Health Services expert witness should hold advanced clinical credentials, licensure, and substantial, recent experience in behavioral health assessment, treatment, and standards of care.

How does a Behavioral Health Services expert witness assess standards of clinical care?

A Behavioral Health Services expert witness assesses standards of clinical care by reviewing records, policies, clinician actions, and outcomes against accepted professional guidelines.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting behavioral health services expert witnesses?

Expert Institute delivers a tailored approach to connect you with top-tier experts. We identify actively practicing professionals who meet your exact criteria for specialty, experience, litigation background, fee structure, credentials, location, and more.

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