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People seek forensic mental health services for a variety of reasons. Some need to respond to
unexpected changes in their lives, while others seek support in custody issues. Forensic
mental health services can provide support, problem-solving skills through mediation, and
mental health evaluations to use in court cases or to enhance a case currently under litigation.
Sometimes individuals may choose to seek a mental health evaluation as a "second opinion."
Sometimes people may need mental health evaluations prior to medical surgery. Mental
Health Evaluations are completed by a neutral professional with extensive training in mental
health and forensics.

A mental health evaluation can take up to 8 hours to complete the testing and interview
portion (for one adult). When a custody evaluation is conducted it is a more involved process
and usually takes between 30 to 60 days depending on the issues involved in the case. At
times, you may be asked to take certain actions outside of the interview, such as collecting
information or keeping records. You will be required to pay for evaluations in advance. Plan
to spend three hours at your first appointment

A number of benefits are available from having your forensic evaluation completed by a
mental health professional. Many people and/or attorneys find that working with a mental
health professional to be a tremendous asset to managing difficult aspects of their case.
Some of the benefits available from forensic mental health services include: Attaining a
better understanding of your case and issues, Improving your chances in court, Finding
resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek forensic services, Managing anger,
depression, and other emotional pressures that may come about because of your case,
Improving your chances for successfuol jury selection, and Refuting testimony of opposing
expert witness that could be potentially damaging to your case.