Whatever the reason a psychological evaluation is required for a court case, having a trusted and experienced professional is essential. Dr. Schwartz has performed hundreds of evaluations throughout the past 20 years of her career and has come to understand the nuances of the criminal justice system and how the psychological elements are unique to each case. Dr. Schwartz provides expert evaluations for families, schools, attorneys, and courts, primarily located in the Kansas City metropolitan area and specializes in the forensic diagnosis of mental health conditions. All her findings are accurately compiled into extremely thorough reports, which are provided to the requesting party in a timely manner, so that they may build a compelling case. With a solid evaluation report, attorneys can eliminate unnecessary weaknesses from their case. Dr. Schwartz also provides risk assessments for children, adolescents, and adults, in which she thoroughly examines numerous different factors, such as cognitive functioning, social support, previous mental health diagnoses, personality functioning, impulsivity, and more so she may compile accurate reports and recommendations. Dr. Schwartz also regularly provides expert witness testimony in court, where she is just as comfortable on the stand as she is in her office. Her detailed reporting provides a solid foundation for her testimony and makes her a valuable asset for any legal team.
