Business Details
Expert Forensic Psychology Services in California
Williams Forensic Psychology, led by Dr. Martin H. Williams, is a premier provider of forensic psychological expertise with over 45 years of experience in California. Our practice specializes in forensic evaluations, expert testimony, and psychological assessments for criminal, civil, and licensing board matters. Dr. Williams has provided sworn expert testimony over 250 times and consulted on more than 1,000 cases, establishing himself as a trusted authority in psychotherapy ethics, PTSD, and professional risk management. We employ standardized assessment tools like the MMPI-3 and PCL-R to ensure objective, reliable evaluations. Our services include competency assessments, insanity evaluations, malingering detection, and fitness-for-duty determinations.Dr. Williams holds the Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate, enabling service across multiple states. We prioritize clear communication, translating complex psychological findings into accessible language for legal professionals. Our work has been instrumental in high-stakes cases involving sexually violent predators, custody disputes, and malpractice litigation. With a focus on ethical rigor and scientific validity, we provide impartial expert analysis to courts, attorneys, and licensing boards. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through Dr. Williams' extensive publications, board service, and contributions to professional ethics codes.
Services
Expert Testimony
Forensic Evaluations
Psychological Assessments
PTSD Evaluation
Malingering Detection
Risk Assessment
Sexual Harassment Cases
Licensing Board Consultation
Emotional Damage Evaluation
Fitness for Duty Evaluation
Highlights and features
- We offer 45 years of experience in forensic psychology and expert testimony.
- Our team uses standardized assessment tools for objective psychological evaluations.
- We have completed over 1,000 forensic consultations and 250+ expert testimonies.
- Our work adheres to strict ethical standards and scientific validity.
- We hold specialized credentials including the Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate.
Associations and certifications
- Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards
- California Board of Psychology
Services
Expert Testimony
Dr. Williams provides expert psychological testimony in criminal and civil cases. With over 250 sworn testimonies, he offers specialized insights on psychotherapy ethics, PTSD, and professional standards. His testimony helps courts understand complex psychological factors in legal disputes.
Forensic Evaluations
We conduct comprehensive forensic psychological evaluations for courts and attorneys. Using standardized tools like ECST-R and HCR-20, we assess competency, insanity defenses, and recidivism risk. Our evaluations meet legal standards for admissibility and scientific validity.
Psychological Assessments
Our practice offers objective psychological testing using MMPI-3 and MCMI-IV. These assessments detect malingering, evaluate emotional damage claims, and determine fitness for duty. Results are presented in clear, court-ready reports with clinical interpretations.
Risk Assessment
We specialize in violence and recidivism risk assessment using LS/CMI and Static-99R tools. Our evaluations help determine release conditions for NGI individuals and SVP classifications. Assessments consider both static and dynamic risk factors.
Licensing Board Consultation
Dr. Williams consults on licensing board matters for psychology, medicine, and nursing. We evaluate practitioners in disciplinary cases and provide expert opinions on standard of care. Our work helps resolve disputes regarding professional conduct and competency.
People
Martin H. Williams
Forensic Psychologist
Dr. Williams is a licensed psychologist with 45+ years of experience in California. He has testified over 250 times and consulted on 1,000+ cases. His expertise includes PTSD, psychotherapy ethics, and forensic evaluations. He holds the Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate and has served on APA ethics committees.
Questions
What types of forensic services do you offer?
We provide expert testimony, psychological evaluations, risk assessments, and licensing board consultations for criminal, civil, and professional regulation cases.
In which states do you provide forensic evaluations?
While based in California, our Interjurisdictional Practice Certificate allows service in multiple states across the U.S.
What psychological assessment tools do you use?
We employ standardized tools including MMPI-3, MCMI-IV, ECST-R, HCR-20, and Static-99R for objective, scientifically valid assessments.
What are your areas of forensic expertise?
Our expertise covers PTSD evaluation, malingering detection, fitness-for-duty assessments, psychotherapy ethics, and legal psychological standards.
