Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology
At Atrium Health, our experienced forensic psychiatrists and psychologists specialize in evaluations for court proceedings, covering both criminal and civil cases.
Forensic psychiatrists are medical doctors who have expertise in the field of psychiatry and have additional training in legal and mental health matters. Their training allows them to diagnose and treat individuals with mental health issues in legal contexts and provide expert testimony and consultation on the connection between mental health and the law.
Forensic psychologists usually hold a PhD in psychology and have specialized training in forensic psychology. They have the necessary expertise to conduct psychological evaluations, research criminal behavior and provide expert testimony in court.
Forensic psychiatry and psychology services
Criminal court evaluations:
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Capacity to proceed/competency to stand trial
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Competency to waive Miranda rights
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Court-involved evaluations of mental health needs, treatment recommendations and amenability to treatment
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Criminal responsibility (sanity evaluations)
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Diminished capacity
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IQ/adaptive functioning evaluations for legal purposes
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Sentence mitigation
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Sex offender evaluations
Civil evaluations:
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Fitness for duty
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Guardianship
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Independent medical examinations for mental health conditions
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Psychiatric damages
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Psychiatry malpractice/standard of care reviews
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Testamentary capacity (person’s ability to make a valid will)
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Violence risk assessment
Request a service
For questions or to request a service, please reach out to our expert forensic psychiatry and psychology team.
The email address shared above is not intended for inquiries regarding mental health treatment or medical emergencies. If you need assistance with mental health issues or treatment, call us at 704-444-2400. In case of an emergency, please call 911.
We will make every effort to respond to inquiries within 1 to 3 business days. Responses to inquiries made via email do not constitute medical or legal advice nor should they be construed as an agreement to provide forensic consultation or expert testimony.
Frequently asked questions
Forensic evaluators typically don’t offer treatment to the individual being evaluated. Treatment should be sought from your own mental health professional.
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Our Providers
Our team of forensic psychiatrists and psychologists are ready to guide you through consultation and review. Use our provider search tool to find an expert near you.