Forensic Assessment & Consultation:

Our judicial system increasingly relies on mental health professionals for guidance with complex questions regarding the state of mind, functional adjustment, or future behavior of defendants and plaintiffs. Dr. Lewis understands the importance our courts places on factually accurate information. He conducts his assessments in a methodical manner, following established procedures. He understands both the value of and limitations to using psychological tests in the forensic arena. He bases his findings on a comprehensive review of data relevant to each evaluation, and he is knowledgeable about legal findings that govern expert witness testimony.

Dr. Lewis is available to provide consultation on a variety of criminal and civil litigation matters, including but not limited to:

• Discrimination and Harassment
• Psychological Injury/Personal Injury
• Disability
• Competence to Stand Trial
• Competence to Waive Right to Counsel
• Insanity/Criminal Responsibility
• Mental State At Time of Offense
• Risk Assessment
• Sentencing
• Juvenile Delinquency
• Malingering
• Substance Abuse
• Sexual Offending
• Treatment Amenability
• Vocational Rehabilitation

Organizational Consultation:

All organizations rely heavily on human capital to succeed in key positions. During times of economic uncertainty, decisions regarding personnel selection take on added significance. Selecting capable leadership figures, always important in good times, becomes critical in a leaner economic environment. Organizations realize the necessity of implementing procedures that optimize the fit between person and job. Successful corporations increasingly rely on psychologists to assist with executive selection, coaching, and leadership development.

 

Dr. Lewis recognizes the challenges organizations face in making these decisions. He has experience consulting with the U.S. intelligence community, law enforcement, and private industry on matters of selection and suitability. He knows that employees working in high risk and public safety positions are expected to perform well under adverse and unpredictable circumstances. He understands that the leadership decisions made today will have a lasting effect on an organization’s future bottom line. Dr. Lewis conducts thoughtful, context-specific selection and suitability assessments. In so doing, he provides practical and well informed guidance to assist his organizational clients.

 

Dr. Lewis is available to consult with both governmental and private sector organizations in need of assistance with executive selection, vocational suitability, fitness for duty and other human resources decisions.