PTSD Expert Witnesses in District of Columbia

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PTSD expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including psychiatry, psychology, neurology, and forensic medicine. Some of the most common specialties include trauma-focused therapy, military and combat stress, workplace harassment, sexual assault, and personal injury. They can opine on the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder on credibility, functioning, causation, prognosis, and damages.

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  1. Trauma Psychology Expert Witness

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

    This highly qualified trauma expert specializes in trauma, violence, and post traumatic stress disorder. She received a B.A. in English, History, and Psychology from the University of Durban-Westville; a M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Boston College; an Ed.M in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard University; and a EdD. in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard University. Elected as a Fellow to the American Psychological Association, she was a first responder to both 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina and has authored two books: A Practical approach to Trauma and Crisis and Disaster Counseling: lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina. She has presented both nationally and internationally on violence and trauma. She currently serves as a Chair and Professor at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington DC and a Psychologist at Georgetown University Department of Psychiatry, and as a Consultant to companies concerning workplace violence. She has been recognized as a PTSD expert witness and in this capacity consulted with DC and Baltimore law firms.

    Consultant, A Crisis Care Network in DC

    Master of Public Health (MPH), University of Massachusetts

    Alexandria,

    District of Columbia

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What Can a PTSD Expert Witness Opine On?

FAQs for Ptsd Expert Witnesses

What is a ptsd expert witness?

A PTSD expert witness is a mental health professional who explains PTSD symptoms and impact in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, evaluating trauma, writing reports, and testifying in court.

In what types of cases may a PTSD expert witness be required?

A PTSD expert witness is required in personal injury, medical malpractice, criminal defense, workplace trauma, sexual assault, domestic violence, and veteran disability cases.

How should an attorney evaluate a PTSD expert witness’s credentials and training?

An attorney should evaluate a PTSD expert witness’s credentials and training by confirming specialized PTSD education, clinical experience, certifications, publications, and prior courtroom testimony.

What methodologies does a PTSD expert witness use to assess claimed symptoms?

A PTSD expert witness uses clinical interviews, standardized psychological tests, medical records, and diagnostic criteria (e.g., DSM-5) to assess claimed PTSD symptoms.

How can a PTSD expert witness support causation analysis in a contested trauma claim?

A PTSD expert witness supports causation analysis by linking specific traumatic events to diagnosed PTSD symptoms using clinical evaluation, records review, and differential diagnosis.

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