Psychology in the Courtroom 8-2 Short Paper.docx- Snhu

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Psychology in the Courtroom 8-2 Short Paper.docx- Snhu

QUALIFICATIONS1.I am a licensed clinical psychologist and currently conduct trainings and, provide consultation and therapy as a Psychological Examiner 2 for the State of Tennessee in Nashville, Tennessee. Previously, I was a counselor for Mental Health Cooperative in Nashville, Tennessee which has provided comprehensive services to more than 20,000 mental health clients across the entire state.2.I have a doctorate in clinical psychology from Walden University. I have been affiliated with the State of Tennessee since 2019. I was employed with Mental Health Cooperative since 2017. I have extensive experience working with homeless and low-income adults experiencing severe mental health issues (e.g. as a result from domestic violence, sexual assault, trauma, etc.). I have attached my curriculum vitae to this affidavit as exhibit A. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Ms. C was referred to me by Child Protective Services (CPS) to determine her substance dependency potential relative to CPS as well as her community supervision for probation on February 27, 2012. Ms. C and I met on the following dates: April 21, 2012 totaling approximately four hours. The assessment included a diagnostic interview, mental status exam, and the administration of the following.

Psychology in the Courtroom 8-2 Short Paper.docx- Snhu

When the court reviews the evidence collected in Ms. C’s case along with my professional qualifications, they will see that my expert testimony meets and complies with the Federal Rules of Evidence Rule 702 (FRE 702), testimony by expert witnesses. My testimony meets the FRE 702 standards due to my educational and work experience. My master’s degree in forensic psychology along with experience completing assessments make me a qualified professional; therefore, meaning I know what I am talking about rather than making uneducated guesses and recommendations. I am also well trained and experienced in assessing the psychological data obtained from these psychological assessments. By having this training and experience, it allows me to recommend effective treatment methods and programs to the individual involved in the consultation.All psychological assessments, tools, and principles used in my psychological consultations meet the Daubert standard as well by producing valid and reliable results and being widely used and accepted in the scientific community.

Psychology in the Courtroom 8-2 Short Paper.docx- Snhu

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