Jessica Roos Expert Witness
Curriculum Vitae

Forensic Psychologist

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Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

General Specialties:

Forensic Psychology

Keywords/Search Terms:

Independent Medical Evaluations (IME), Personal Injury Cases, Emotional Distress, Mental Health Diversions, Competency to Stand Trial Evaluations, Psychosexual Assessments, Mitigation Reports, Violence Risk Assessments, Franklin Evaluations, Testamentary Capacity, Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity

Education:

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Minor Sociology, Coastal Carolina University; Doctor of Psychology, Clinical Forensic Psychology, Psy.D, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Years in Practice:

5

Additional Information

Dr. Roos is a distinguished forensic psychologist with extensive expertise in psycho-legal assessments, neuropsychological testing, case review, and effective testimony that define the practice. With a robust background in both criminal and civil matters, Dr. Roos brings a comprehensive understanding of psychological evaluation and testimony to the legal arena. In civil contexts, Dr. Roos is adept at handling complex cases involving Independent Medical Evaluations (IME’s) and personal injury claims. She evaluates psychological and emotional injuries, as well as traumatic brain injury claims, to offer insightful and objective analysis. Her expertise extends to cases involving employment-related issues such as discrimination, wrongful termination, sexual assault, harassment, and trauma. Dr. Roos’ thorough and empathetic approach helps clients and legal professionals navigate these sensitive and often challenging cases. Dr. Roos’s commitment to rigorous scientific standards and her extensive experience in forensic psychology make her a trusted consultant and expert witness in high-stakes legal matters. Her work supports legal proceedings by providing clarity, precision, and expert insights into psychological conditions and their implications in various legal contexts. In criminal cases, Dr. Roos specializes in assessing competency to stand trial, insanity, risk assessments, resentencing, mental health diversion, and providing detailed mitigation reports. Her assessments are crucial in determining an individual's mental state and legal responsibilities, ensuring that justice is both fair and informed. Areas of Expertise • Independent Medical Evaluations (IME)/Personal Injury/Emotional Distress • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • Competency • Correctional Healthcare • Emotional Trauma • Forensic Psychology • Psychology • Sanity/Competency to Stand Trial • Sexual Harassment/Discrimination • Testamentary Capacity • Undue Influence • Risk Assessment • Mental Health Diversion Professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted: Licensed Psychologist - California No. 33396 Licensed Psychologist- Colorado No. 0006471 Licensed Psychologist- Vermont No. 048.0135115TELE Licensed Telehealth Psychologist- Florida No. TPPY2789 Doctorate: PsyD in Clinical Forensic Psychology Affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations: Forensic Mental Health Association of California American Psychological Association