Psychopathology Expert Witnesses

Los Angeles, California

Forensic Psychology, Psychology - forensic psychology, malingering, deception, Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, homicide, clinical psychology, feigning, psychopathology

Dr. Anderson is a distinguished forensic psychologist with over a decade of experience delivering expert testimony in criminal, civil, and family law cases. Her extensive expertise in malingering, deception, and severe mental illness offers attorneys and courts the critical insights needed to navigate the most complex psychological evaluations. Widely recognized for her specialization in high-stakes legal cases, Dr. Anderson is frequently retained for high-profile evaluations. Utilizing clinical and forensic psychopathology assessments, she is trusted by both defense and plaintiff teams to provide impartial and impactful evaluations. As the host of the acclaimed podcast Killer Psychologist, Dr. Anderson examines the psychological forces driving criminal behavior and unpacks the complexities of the justice system. Her expertise has been featured on Fox Nation, Investigation Discovery, and Nancy Grace, solidifying her reputation as a leading authority in forensic psychology. Renowned...

Burlingame, California

Psychology, Mental Health - Trauma, Child Abuse, Psychopathology, Psychological Testing, Competency, Family Dynamics, Attachment, Child Developement, Human Development, Mental Health Issues, IME, Sexual Abuse

Dr. Jennifer Harrison, PsyD, ABPP, ATR-BC, is a board-certified licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience specializing in trauma in children and adults. As a highly sought-after expert witness and forensic consultant, she provides independent medical examinations, forensic evaluations, and expert witness services for legal professionals handling complex cases involving trauma, family dynamics, and mental health concerns. Her deep understanding of the psychological impact of trauma, combined with her meticulous analysis of medical records and evidence, allows her to offer well-researched, articulate assessments that contribute to achieving just outcomes. She frequently collaborates with private attorneys and county courts, offering expertise in areas such as personal injury, Murphy evaluations, dangerousness and risk assessment, competency to stand trial, insanity defense, malingering, and federal social security appeals. Dr. Harrison has worked across diverse ...

Huntington Woods, Michigan

Psychology, Forensic Psychology - Clinical and forensic psychology, child, adolescent, adult, trauma, PTSD, abuse, child custody, divorce, assessment, testing, parenting, psychopathology, personal injury, file review

Jane Alexandra Kessler earned her Bachelor of Science (Sc.B.) degree at Brown University, graduating summa cum laude. She received her M.A. in clinical psychology from the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor), completing predoctoral internships at the University of Michigan's Psychological Clinic and at the Detroit Psychiatric Institute (DPI) on the Children’s Inpatient Service. Later, she was a staff psychologist and clinical supervisor on the Children’s Inpatient Service at DPI. She worked for the Family Division of Michigan’s Sixth Circuit Court as well as the Juvenile Court in Wayne County, MI, evaluating children and families in child custody matters and abuse/neglect proceedings. As a psychology professor at Madonna University (Livonia, MI) for over 20 years, she served as the Director of the University’s graduate program in clinical psychology and the campus training clinic. Additionally, she was the Director and Senior Psychologist at the Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute’s ...

Nevada

Forensic Psychology, Psychology - forensic psychology, malingering, deception, Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, homicide, clinical psychology, feigning, psychopathology

Dr. Anderson is a distinguished forensic psychologist with over a decade of experience delivering expert testimony in criminal, civil, and family law cases. Her extensive expertise in malingering, deception, and severe mental illness offers attorneys and courts the critical insights needed to navigate the most complex psychological evaluations. Widely recognized for her specialization in high-stakes legal cases, Dr. Anderson is frequently retained for high-profile evaluations. Utilizing clinical and forensic psychopathology assessments, she is trusted by both defense and plaintiff teams to provide impartial and impactful evaluations. As the host of the acclaimed podcast Killer Psychologist, Dr. Anderson examines the psychological forces driving criminal behavior and unpacks the complexities of the justice system. Her expertise has been featured on Fox Nation, Investigation Discovery, and Nancy Grace, solidifying her reputation as a leading authority in forensic psychology. Renowned...