Business Details
Forensic Psychology Services in East Lansing
Dr. Lindsey Wilner is a Clinical Forensic Psychologist based in East Lansing, Michigan, with licenses in Wisconsin, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Michigan. With 7 years of academic training in Clinical Forensic Psychology, including specialized coursework in law and psychology, she brings rigorous expertise to her practice. Her career spans work with federal and state correctional facilities, psychiatric hospitals, and academic institutions, including the United States Navy and masters-level forensic psychology education. Dr. Wilner specializes in forensic evaluations, courtroom testimony, and consultations, addressing issues like competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and violence risk assessments. She maintains affiliations with prominent professional organizations, including the American Psychological Association and the International Association for Correctional and Forensic Psychology.Her practice integrates empirical research and ethical standards, serving both community and correctional populations. Dr. Wilners work has been recognized in the American Psychological Association's 'Science Spotlight' for contributions to transgender care in correctional settings. She offers tailored services for transgender individuals, public safety evaluations, and editing/scholarship support for professionals and students. Her approach emphasizes collaboration with attorneys, evidence-based interventions, and adherence to legal and clinical best practices. Dr. Wilner remains committed to advancing psychological services through research, education, and community engagement.
Services
Forensic Evaluation
Court Testimony
Mental Health Evaluations
Public Safety Evaluations
Transgender Psychotherapy
Highlights and features
- We offer 7 years of academic training in Clinical Forensic Psychology with law and psychology specialization.
- Our team works with federal and state correctional facilities, psychiatric hospitals, and academic institutions.
- We provide evidence-based evaluations for competency, criminal responsibility, and violence risk assessments.
- Our practice maintains affiliations with the American Psychological Association and forensic psychology networks.
- We offer tailored services for transgender individuals and public safety evaluations for law enforcement.
Services
Forensic Evaluation
Dr. Wilner conducts comprehensive forensic evaluations addressing competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, and mitigating circumstances. Services include record reviews, psychological testing, and collateral interviews. Findings inform legal proceedings and sentencing decisions for attorneys and courts.
Court Testimony
Dr. Wilner provides courtroom testimony based on clinical findings, offering expert opinions on defendants' mental states and legal issues. Testimony addresses competency, criminal responsibility, and risk assessments, supporting attorneys with evidence-based insights.
Public Safety Evaluations
Pre-employment and fitness-for-duty evaluations for law enforcement, corrections, and emergency personnel. Assessments determine psychological suitability for roles requiring high-stress decision-making and public safety responsibilities.
Transgender Services
Evaluations and psychotherapy for transgender and non-binary individuals in correctional and community settings. Services support transitioning processes and address mental health needs with culturally competent care.
Record Review
Thorough review of legal, medical, and psychological records to identify critical patterns and standards of care. Summarizes findings for attorneys, highlighting areas requiring further investigation or expert testimony.
People
Dr. Lindsey Wilner
Clinical Forensic Psychologist
Dr. Wilner specializes in forensic psychology with licenses in five states. She has 7 years of academic training in law and psychology, experience in correctional facilities, and affiliations with APA divisions. Her work focuses on court evaluations and transgender care.
Questions
What types of forensic evaluations do you offer?
We provide competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, violence risk, and sexually violent person evaluations, along with mitigating circumstance assessments for sentencing.
Are your services covered by insurance?
Forensic evaluations and interventions are not covered by insurance. Payment options include check, money order, or online via Quickbooks.
Do you work with attorneys outside Michigan?
Yes, Dr. Wilner is licensed in five states and provides consultations, record reviews, and testimony for legal professionals nationwide.
What publications have you contributed to?
Dr. Wilner co-authored a book on health anxiety, ethics in gender research chapters, and articles in Psychological Services and Death Studies on transgender care and grief beliefs.
