Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

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I am a Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator (CFMHE) who is credentialed with the National Board of Forensic Evaluators (NBFE). NBFE is a reputable national board officially recognized and endorsed by the American Mental Health Counselors Association and several other state and regional associations and is an Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP) by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). NBFE's certification process includes verification of a professional’s license to diagnose and treat mental disorders, moral/ethical character, and clinical skills. CFMHEs have submitted verification of at least 40 hours of forensic mental health experience and/or training, have passed a written examination on forensic mental health evaluation, have demonstrated the ability to write a quality forensic evaluation report using a standardized process, and have successfully defended an evaluation/forensic report before a panel of peers who are experienced forensic evaluators. My education includes a Master of Arts in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida. I am also a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida and have operated a private practice since 2021 treating mental health issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, marital/relationship conflict, drug addiction, parenting skills, autism spectrum disorders, psychotic disorders (Bipolar disorder, schizophrenia), and sex and intimacy issues.