Forensic Psychiatry

Expert Psychiatric Insight for Legal and Criminal Matters

Forensic psychiatry bridges the fields of mental health and law, providing specialized psychiatric evaluations and expert opinions in legal contexts. At Alternative Awakenings, we offer comprehensive forensic psychiatric services to attorneys, courts, organizations, and individuals navigating complex legal situations involving mental health.

Our forensic practitioner provides objective, evidence-based evaluations and expert testimony within the scope of California law and professional practice standards.

Our Forensic Psychiatry Services Include:

Independent Services-

·       Risk assessments for offenders (violence risk, sexual offense risk)

·       Psychiatric evaluations for sentencing and mitigation

·       Mental health treatment evaluations

·       Clinical consultation to legal teams

·       Workplace mental health assessments

·       Treatment for individuals involved in the justice system

·       Clinical documentation for legal proceedings

·       Expert witness testimony on mental health treatment and medications

Collaborative Services (With Psychiatrist)-

·       Competency to stand trial evaluations

·       Criminal responsibility (insanity defense) assessments

·       Guardianship and capacity evaluations

·       Independent medical evaluations (IME)

*In accordance with California law, certain evaluations require psychiatrist or psychologist involvement. We work collaboratively to provide comprehensive assessments.

Why Choose Us?

Objective and impartial – rooted in clinical evidence

Multi-State Services: For clients in Arizona, Washington, and Idaho, additional forensic services may be available.

If you're an attorney, organization, or individual in need of trusted forensic psychiatric expertise, we’re here to help.

📞 Contact us today to schedule a consultation or learn more about how our forensic psychiatry service

can support your legal case.