Psychology Expert Witnesses in Georgia

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Psychology expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Neuropsychology, Child Psychology, and Educational Psychology. Some of the most common specialties for psychology expert witnesses also include Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Organizational Psychology, and Health Psychology. They have provided opinions on the effects of mental illness, trauma, stress, addiction, and learning disabilities.

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Average Psychology Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$375/hr

Review Fee

$450/hr

Deposition Fee

$500/hr

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Psychology Experts in Georgia

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This highly qualified and quadruple board certified Psychiatry expert received his medical education at the prestigious Duke University. he completed a Fellowship in Advanced Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) at Duke University Medical Center. He is Fellow of both the American Psychiatric Association and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He holds numerous memberships in professional organizations including The American College of Psychiatry and the Georgia Psychiatric Physicians Association. This expert has published 169 peer-reviewed journal articles and authored. He is frequently invited to lecture as a guest speaker both nationally and internationally.

Chairman and Professor of Psychiatry, Georgia based university medical center

Master of Science (MS), Wake Forest University

Georgia

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Review Fee $400/hr

This highly qualified expert earned her BA from Emory University and her MD from Tulane University. After completing her residency in psychiatry at Tulane University, this expert went on to complete a prestigious fellowship in forensic psychiatry at Emory University. She is also active in her field as a member of numerous medical societies including the American Psychiatric Association, American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, and the Georgia Psychiatric Physicians Association. In addition, she has published over 5 articles in several journals. Formerly, she has held roles as a physician at institutions including the Georgia Regional Hospital at Atlanta, Townsend Recovery Center, Northlake Behavioral Health System, and the Southwest Louisiana Hospital. Currently, she is an associate program director, medical director, and an assistant professor at a university in GA.

Owner, A Psychiatry Consultancy in GA

Doctor of Medicine (MD), Tulane University

Atlanta,

Georgia

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

This highly-qualified expert has over 10 years of experience in the field of psychology. He received his BA in psychology from Occidental College before earning his MA in counseling psychology and marriage & family therapy from the University of San Francisco. He then went on to earn both his MS and PhD in clinical psychology from Palo Alto University. This expert is a licensed psychologist and is certified in child custody evaluation and neuropsychological assessment. He is active in his field as a member of the American Psychological Association, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, and the International Council of Psychologists. He has held a number of roles throughout his career, including residential counselor for Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services, a family systems therapist and school counselor for the YMCA Youth Services Bureau, a therapist for Edgewood Center for Children & Families, and a psychologist for CooperRiis Healing Community. Currently, this expert is the owner of a psychological evaluation firm in North Carolina.

Owner & Psychologist, A psychological evaluation firm in NC

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Palo Alto University

Asheville,

North Carolina

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Review Fee $300/hr

This highly qualified expert obtained his PhD from Seton Hall University. He went on to complete his post-doctoral training at Monmouth Neuropsychology and D&D Associates. He is a member of a number of prestigious organizations such as the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology and the National Academy of Neuropsychology. He is a former consulting neuropsychologist as well as brain injury program director for HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Toms River. He served as assistant consultant neuropsychologist for an NFL team in NY as well as a consultant neuropsychologist for NCAA Dept of Sports Medicine. He has a robust private practice as a licensed psychologist.

Clinical Neuropsychologist, Two private psychology practices in SC and NJ

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Seton Hall University

Port Royal,

South Carolina

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $250/hr
Court Fee $250/hr

This expert has considerable experience in organizational compliance oversight for mental health facilities. She earned her B.A. in Criminal Justice and her Master's in Health Administration from Saginaw Valley State University. The expert is a credentialed LBSW and QMHP and QIDP in the state of Michigan, here she worked in the mental health field for 12 years. Most recently, she was a Support Coordinator and Recipient Rights Advisor/Investigator for the Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority until 2015. The expert now works in Florida as a Regulatory Compliance Leader for a large medical center.

Regulatory Quality Compliance Leader, A Medical Center in Florida

Master of Science (MS), Saginaw Valley State University

Clearwater,

Florida

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $350/hr
Court Fee $350/hr

This highly qualified expert has over 20 years of experience in the field of clinical social work. She earned her BA in sociology and MEd from Rutgers University and her MSW in clinical social work from Florida International University. She then completed her PsyD in clinical psychology with a child psychology concentration at Carlos Albizu University before completing an internship at Treasure Coast Evaluation and Treatment Center. This expert is certified as a Florida Supreme Court Family Mediator and is a licensed psychologist and clinical social worker. She formerly served as a child protective investigator with the Florida Department of Children and Families, as the director of the adult intensive outpatient program at the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County, and as a psychologist at the Palm Beach County Main Detention Center. Currently, this expert serves as a psychologist and licensed clinical social worker at a private practice in Florida.

Psychologist and Clinical Social Worker, A private practice in FL

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Carlos Albizu University

West Palm Beach,

Florida

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Review Fee $450/hr
Deposition Fee $600/hr

This highly qualified expert earned his Psy.D in clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and completed a Fellowship in Neuropsychology from the University of Miami-Miller School of Medicine. This expert is a member of national and international prestigious societies such as the International Neuropsychology Society, CHAAD, and the Hispanic Neuropsychology Society. He has been the recipient of awards such as, the Outstanding Leadership Award from the University of Miami. He has published several book chapters, has authored two book reviews and has been involved in numerous brain research projects. He is currently the Director of Training of the Division of Neuropsychology and Co-Director of the APPCN Fellowship Program and Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychiatry. He is also president of a professional consultation firm focusing on Forensic Neuropsychology in South Florida.

Co-Director, A Major University in FL

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Pepperdine University

Miami Lakes,

Florida

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Review Fee $625/hr
Deposition Fee $750/hr
Court Fee $750/hr

This expert received his bachelor's degree from Princeton, and received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin. He is currently a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Psychology at a large university in Florida. His work is on the psychology, neurobiology, and treatment of suicidal behavior and related conditions. He has authored over 575 peer-reviewed publications, and was awarded the Guggenheim Fellowship and the Rockefeller Foundation's Bellagio Residency Fellowship. He received the Young Investigator Award from the National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression, the Shakow Award for Early Career Achievement from the Division of Clinical Psychology of the American Psychological Association, the Shneidman Award for excellence in suicide research from the American Association of Suicidology, the Dublin Award for career achievement in suicide research, and the Award for Distinguished Scientific Early Career Contributions from the American Psychological Association, as well as research grants from the National Institute of Mental Health, Department of Defense (DoD), and various foundations. He is a consultant to NASA's Human Research Program, and is the Director of the Department of Defense funded Military Suicide Research Consortium, a $30 million project. The effort was recently extended for a second five-year phase at a similar funding level. Aditionally, he has authored or edited seventeen books. He has made numerous radio, print, and television appearances, including write-ups in The Wall Street Journal and The Times of London, a radio interview on NPR's Talk of the Nation, and two appearances on the Dr. Phil Show. He runs a part-time clinical and consulting practice specializing in suicidal behavior, including legal consultation on suits involving death by suicide.

Psychologist, A Private Practice in FL

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Texas at Austin

Tallahassee,

Florida

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Review Fee $500/hr
Deposition Fee $500/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This highly qualified and awarded expert is double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry. Currently this expert is a clinical assistant professor and the chief of forensic psychiatry at a major medical school. He earned his MD at the University of Florida, completed his residency training in psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh. He completed his fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry at University of California Davis. Along with his clinical responsibilities, this expert is actively involved in publications and presentations. As a forensic psychiatrist, he evaluates individuals involved in both civil and criminal court proceedings. This expert has expertise in multiple areas of psychiatry, including schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, major depressive disorder and other mood disorders, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and other stressor-related disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use disorders, neurocognitive disorders, intellectual disability, and personality disorders.

Chief, Forensic Psychiatry, A university-affiliated medical center in FL

Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of South Florida, Muma College of Business

Tampa,

Florida

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $500/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This highly-qualified expert has 25 years of experience as a psychologist, specializing in child and family psychology issues such as child maltreatment, sexual abuse, trauma,a nd the evaluation and diagnosis of neurodevelopmental, cognitive, behavioral, and mood disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She earned her BS, MS, and PhD in psychology from Florida Institute of Technology, and spent one year completing postdoctoral training in pediatric neuropsychology with Dr. Kaye Burrows. She also completed a psychology internship at the Counseling Center for Human Development and a residency in neurobehavior at the Colorado Center for Neurological Rehabilitation. This expert is a licensed psychologist and is certified as a victim services practitioner. She is active in her field as a member of the Florida Psychological Association and the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children. She is also highly involved in research, as the principal investigator of two ongoing studies and as the author of several publications. She has served as a licensed psychologist at a variety of mental health clinics and has held distinguished roles at these clinics, including serving as the director of the Charter Brandon Counseling Center. Currently, this expert is the director of the family learning program at an autism treatment center in Florida. She has also owned and operated her own private psychology practice for the past 14 years.

Founder and Chief Executive Officer, A private practice in FL

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Florida Institute of Technology

Satellite Beach,

Florida

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $200/hr
Court Fee $200/hr

This qualified expert of Sleep Center Administration, Geriatric Psychology, Correctional Nursing obtained her LPN from Calhoun Community College and her RN from Snead State Community College. Further, she is expected to obtain her BSN from the University of North Alabama. She is Certified in Basic Life Support, Crisis Prevention, and as a Dementia Practitioner. She is currently a Registered Nurse at a Behavioral Healthcare Clinic in the South

Licensed Practical Nurse, A Behavioral Healthcare Clinic in the South

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), University of North Alabama

Athens,

Alabama

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This qualified expert of Addiction Psychiatry completed his undergrad and MD in Canada at the McGill University. He completed his post-doc Residency and Fellowship in Psychiatry and Pharmacology in Canada at the University of Toronto. He is Board Certified in the US in Psychiatry & Neurology and in Addiction Psychiatry. He is a member of multiple Addiction Psychiatry Medical Associations and has published 200+ Publications on Addiction Psychiatry Research. He is currently a Professor of Psychiatry at a Top Medical University, the Director of a Top University's Addiction Center, and is the Chief Psychiatrist and Associate Medical Director at a Top University Hospital.

Professor, A prestigious TN medical school

Doctor of Medicine (MD), McGill University

Nashville,

Tennessee

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $500/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This expert completed his PhD in Neuropharmacology in the UK and completed postgraduate work at the Tennessee University Center for the Health Sciences. He is board certified in Pain Management, Psychopharmacology, Substance Abuse and Disability Analysts. He is currently an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science at a university in the southern US.

Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science, University in Tennessee

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Wales Institute of Science and Technology (UK)

Unicoi,

Tennessee

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

This qualified expert is located in Tennessee where she obtained her BA and MS in psychology at the University of Memphis. She went on to complete a PhD in clinical psychology at the university. She is a licensed psychologist and professional counselor. Previously, this expert held various roles in her field, including a research assistant in various labs at both University of Memphis and Memphis Veterans Affairs, a graduate clinician at Memphis Federal Correctional Institution, Memphis Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Behavioral Science Consulting, and the psychological services center at the University of Memphis. She also served as a graduate forensic clinician at the private practice of Dr. Neil Aronov, as an intern at the federal correctional complex in the bureau of prisons, and as a licensed psychologist of clinical and forensic psychology at the Medical Psychiatric Associates. Currently, she serves as a clinical supervisor at the psychological services center at a university in Tennessee and as a licensed psychologist and health service provider in clinical and forensic psychology at her own private practice.

Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider, a private practice in TN

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Memphis

Memphis,

Tennessee

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

This highly-qualified expert has over 35 years of experience in clinical and forensic psychology, with his work having focused on areas such as wrongful death with psychological pain and suffering, clergy sexual abuse, rape trauma, and traumatic workplace injury. He obtained his BS, MS, and PhD in psychology from Virginia Tech before completing an internship in clinical psychology at the University of Tennessee. He is a licensed clinical psychologist, a certified health service psychologist, and an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Psychological Association and the Tennessee Psychological Association. He has also published on topics related to clinical psychology and he has been the recipient of numerous accolades, including the Mental Health Association Diamond Special Recognition Award for Administration and Organizational Leadership, the University of Memphis Department of Psychology Distinguished Mentor Award, and the University of Memphis Department of Psychology Chair’s Special Appreciation Award for Outstanding Dedication and Service. This expert previously served as a psychology specialist for the Armed Forces Examining and Entrance Station, a staff psychologist and the administrative director at Memphis Mental Health Institute, the director of therapy and the program director of the therapeutic community program at the Charter Lakeside Behavioral Health System, and as part of the program administration of adult psychiatric services at the Charter Lakeside Hospital. He also worked as a clinical instructor of psychology at the University of Tennessee Center for the Health Sciences and an adjunct professor of clinical psychology at the University of Memphis. He is currently a clinical and forensic psychologist at a private practice, as well as an affiliate professor and the clinical supervisor of the clinical psychology graduate program at a major university in Tennessee.

Clinical Supervisor, A university in TN

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Virginia Tech

Memphis,

Tennessee

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What Can a Psychology Expert Witness Opine On?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Focuses on changing negative thought patterns.

Psychodynamic Therapy

Explores unconscious processes and past experiences.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness.

Exposure Therapy

Gradually exposes patients to fear-inducing stimuli.

Group Therapy

Facilitates therapy in a group setting.

Family Therapy

Addresses issues within family dynamics.

FAQs for Psychology Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a psychology expert witness in legal proceedings?

A psychology expert witness provides insight into human behavior, mental health, and psychological factors. They can offer testimony on issues like competency, custody disputes, or psychological damages.

What types of cases typically require a psychology expert witness?

Cases involving personal injury, family law (like child custody), criminal defense (such as insanity pleas), and employment discrimination often require a psychology expert witness.

Can a psychology expert witness specialize in certain areas?

Yes, psychologists can specialize in areas such as clinical psychology, forensic psychology, neuropsychology, or child psychology. Their expertise can be crucial in specific case types.

How does a forensic psychologist differ from other psychology expert witnesses?

Forensic psychologists specifically apply psychological knowledge to legal matters. They may assess competency to stand trial, evaluate for mental illness in criminal cases, or provide risk assessments.

Why might I need a child psychology expert witness for a custody dispute?

A child psychology expert can provide an unbiased evaluation of the child's well-being and the potential impact of different custody arrangements on their mental and emotional health.

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