Clinical and Forensic Psychology Expert

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

Additional Information

Dr. Princess Walsh Psy.D., LMFT, LPCC is a clinical and forensic psychologist and Professor at Pepperdine University. She focuses on forensic mental health assessments (FMHA) addressing a range of psycho-legal issues. Her areas of practice include psychological evaluations for the courts in both criminal and civil matters. She has experience conducting evaluations in private practice settings and has performed forensic assessments in correctional facilities with youth and adults. Her focus is on Mental Health Diversion, Risk Assessments, Workplace Discrimination, Fitness-for-Duty, and Sex Offense Risk Assessments. Dr. Walsh’s approach is grounded in objectivity, evidence-based practice, and a commitment to providing high-quality, ethically sound evaluations. In addition to her forensic work, Dr. Walsh has experience conducting neuropsychologically informed evaluations for Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She integrates objective assessment tools and clinical expertise to support accurate diagnosis and individualized recommendations. Dr. Walsh has provided psychotherapy to youth and adults in private practice and treatment center settings. She has worked with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions, integrating evidence-based interventions such as EMDR and DBT within a trauma-informed and culturally responsive framework. Dr. Walsh is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which informs her understanding of trauma and complex clinical presentations. She has been working in the mental health field since 2018, with specialized forensic experience since 2022, and is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA).