Mental Health Facility Expert Witnesses in Texas
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Social Work Expert Witness
This highly qualified expert received her BA in Psychology and her MS in Clinical Social Work from the University of Texas-Pan American. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and she is a certified Family Trauma Professional, Suicide Prevention Counselor and Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). This expert previously worked as Supervisor II for the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Here, she led and supervised a unit of caseworkers responsible for providing adult protective services to victims of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. She provided case management supervision and interacted routinely with the Texas Department of Family Services' clients, organizations' representatives, and the public. This expert then went on to work as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and as Executive Director of the Family Crisis Center of the Rio Grande Valley. She managed and lead the social services agency and provided individual and group mental health therapy and case management supervision. This expert is currently an Adjunct Professor of Social Work at two universities in Texas and she is a Psychotherapist at a women's emotional wellness center.
International Social Worker, Various countries
Master of Science (MS), University of Texas-Pan American
Mcallen,
Texas
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What Can a Mental Health Facility Expert Witness Opine On?
Psychiatric Evaluation
Assessment of mental health conditions.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one counseling sessions.
Group Therapy
Therapeutic sessions with multiple participants.
Medication Management
Monitoring and adjusting psychiatric medications.
Crisis Intervention
Immediate support during mental health crises.
Family Therapy
Counseling involving family members.
FAQs for Mental Health Facility Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a mental health facility expert witness?
A mental health facility expert witness provides specialized knowledge in court cases involving mental health facilities, including standards of care, patient rights, and treatment protocols.
In what types of cases can a mental health facility expert witness be beneficial?
These experts are crucial in cases involving malpractice, negligence, wrongful death, or abuse in mental health facilities. They can also assist in disputes over treatment plans.
Can a mental health facility expert witness provide insight into specific subspecialties?
Yes, they can offer expertise on various subspecialties such as child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, and more.
How can a mental health facility expert witness help in a case involving medication errors?
They can review medical records to identify any discrepancies or errors in medication administration and assess if these errors led to harm or violated standard care practices.
Why is it important to have an expert witness who understands the regulations governing mental health facilities?
An expert familiar with these regulations can determine if a facility has breached its duty of care or violated any laws, which could be pivotal in proving liability.
How does Expert Institute select its Mental Health Facility expert witnesses?
Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.