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Expert Forensic Psychological Services in Texas
With over 25 years of experience in clinical and forensic psychology, Susan Fletcher, PH D, provides specialized services to attorneys and courts across Texas and Colorado. Licensed as a psychologist in both states, I combine extensive academic training from Texas Woman's University and the University of Florida with hands-on expertise in child custody evaluations, expert witness testimony, and forensic psychological assessments. My practice emphasizes objective analysis meeting the Daubert standard, supported by a background in high-conflict divorce cases, reunification therapy, and consultations for legal professionals.As a former board member of Texas regulatory agencies, I maintain deep familiarity with mental health policy and litigation support. My work includes training judges and attorneys on evidence-based practices while delivering timely, defensible evaluations tailored to complex family law matters.
Services
Forensic Psychological Evaluations
Child Custody Evaluations
Expert Witness Testimony
Work Product Reviews
Attorney Consultations
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of forensic psychology experience in family law cases
- Licensed in Texas and Colorado for multi-state legal support
- Former board member of Texas mental health regulatory agencies
- Specialized in Daubert-standard forensic evaluations and reunification therapy
- Provides work product reviews meeting litigation support requirements
Services
Forensic Psychological Evaluations
Comprehensive psychological evaluations for legal proceedings analyze emotional health, family dynamics, and child development factors. These assessments provide courts with defensible conclusions meeting Daubert standards through evidence-based methodologies. Services support family law decisions regarding custody arrangements, parenting plans, and litigation strategies.
Child Custody Evaluations
Court-ordered custody evaluations examine parent-child relationships, developmental needs, and family conflict impacts. The process includes clinical interviews, psychological testing, and collateral record reviews to formulate recommendations. Results guide judicial decisions about parenting time and decision-making responsibilities in high-conflict divorce cases.
Expert Witness Testimony
Expert testimony translates complex psychological findings into clear courtroom explanations. Services include trial preparation, deposition testimony, and written reports that withstand cross-examination. The testimony focuses on objective analysis of mental health factors affecting legal outcomes in family law matters.
Work Product Reviews
Comprehensive reviews evaluate other professionals' psychological assessments, custody evaluations, and therapeutic documentation. This service identifies methodological strengths, potential biases, and adherence to professional standards to strengthen legal arguments and case strategies.
Attorney Consultations
Behind-the-scenes consulting helps attorneys interpret psychological evidence, prepare cross-examination questions, and develop litigation strategies. Services include case conceptualization, expert report critiques, and guidance on mental health issues affecting family law proceedings.
People
Susan Fletcher, PH D
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Fletcher has practiced forensic psychology since 1997, specializing in family law cases. She holds Texas and Colorado psychology licenses, completed training at Cook Children's Medical Center, and served on Texas mental health regulatory boards. Her expertise includes reunification therapy and Daubert-standard evaluations.
Questions
What types of forensic services does Dr. Fletcher provide?
Dr. Fletcher offers forensic psychological evaluations, child custody assessments, expert witness testimony, work product reviews, and attorney consultations for family law cases.
In which states is Dr. Fletcher licensed to practice?
Dr. Fletcher holds psychology licenses in Texas and Colorado, enabling legal service provision across both states.
How does Dr. Fletcher ensure evaluation reliability?
All forensic evaluations meet the Daubert standard through evidence-based methodologies, peer-reviewed practices, and defensible scientific analysis.
Can Dr. Fletcher assist with high-conflict divorce cases?
Yes, Dr. Fletcher specializes in high-conflict divorce dynamics, including reunification therapy, coercive control assessment, and parenting plan analysis.
How do attorneys schedule consultations?
Attorneys can contact Shelley, Dr. Fletcher's Office Manager, at (972) 612-1188 to schedule consultations or request information.
