Forensic Psychology Therapists in 63301
Sandra Italiano
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, MO 63301 (Online Only)
Life is not always easy. Even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help at times to work through the more challenging chapters of life. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whatever you may be struggling with, you should know there is hope for a better tomorrow. It takes courage to take the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life, and I am honored to work with you on your healing journey. Remember, we can do hard things.
Life is not always easy. Even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help at times to work through the more challenging chapters of life. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whatever you may be struggling with, you should know there is hope for a better tomorrow. It takes courage to take the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life, and I am honored to work with you on your healing journey. Remember, we can do hard things.
Kristen Abell - Ellie Mental Health Of St. Charles County
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, MO 63301
Ellie provides mental health care for people of all ages. Our primary goal is to make therapy accessible and effective so you can get support, discover healing, and see amazing results. When you get in contact with us, our Client Access Team will learn your therapy needs and help you find your match with one of our available therapists.
Ellie provides mental health care for people of all ages. Our primary goal is to make therapy accessible and effective so you can get support, discover healing, and see amazing results. When you get in contact with us, our Client Access Team will learn your therapy needs and help you find your match with one of our available therapists.
Linda R Partridge
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, MO 63301
Scared to go to counseling? Whether you are an adult or a child, I offer exciting, non-judgmental, state-of-the-art information that provides clear answers to issues that are terrifying to you or seem impossible to fix. Before you leave your first appointment, you will know why your problem is occurring and HOW to begin achieving immediate, positive change in any situation. The process will not be scary but FUN, no matter how serious the problem! Additionally, you will take with you an empowered insight to life that guarantees the way to substantially happier living!
Scared to go to counseling? Whether you are an adult or a child, I offer exciting, non-judgmental, state-of-the-art information that provides clear answers to issues that are terrifying to you or seem impossible to fix. Before you leave your first appointment, you will know why your problem is occurring and HOW to begin achieving immediate, positive change in any situation. The process will not be scary but FUN, no matter how serious the problem! Additionally, you will take with you an empowered insight to life that guarantees the way to substantially happier living!
Rod E Hoevet
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Charles, MO 63301
Many of the patients I have helped, voluntary and court ordered, have tried multiple ways to address their problems, including seeing different therapists and/or taking medications, but have not progressed much. Many treatment approaches are superficial, focusing on reducing the number or severity of symptoms or offering only coping skills. However, these approaches most often only provide temporary relief, but never address the underlying causes of those symptoms. A reduction in symptoms is almost never what struggling people are looking for; instead they want to know where and why problems started and how to fix them permanently.
Many of the patients I have helped, voluntary and court ordered, have tried multiple ways to address their problems, including seeing different therapists and/or taking medications, but have not progressed much. Many treatment approaches are superficial, focusing on reducing the number or severity of symptoms or offering only coping skills. However, these approaches most often only provide temporary relief, but never address the underlying causes of those symptoms. A reduction in symptoms is almost never what struggling people are looking for; instead they want to know where and why problems started and how to fix them permanently.
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Forensic Psychology Therapists
How does forensic psychology work?
Forensic psychology works by providing those in the legal system with expert information about psychology and behavior that they wouldn’t otherwise have. Forensic psychologists do this through a range of services—conducting psychological assessments for court cases, assisting police officers with investigations, providing expert opinion, helping with mediation, and providing mental health care to victims or perpetrators of crimes.
Can a forensic psychologist help with child custody cases?
Yes. In the event that it’s needed, an attorney or judge may appoint a forensic psychologist to provide an assessment and recommendation. This process involves multiple interviews with the child, the parent (or parents), and sometimes others. The psychologist assesses the parent’s mental health, strengths and weaknesses, and parenting practices to understand what’s in the child’s best interest. They then complete a report with recommendations based on their assessment.
Do forensic psychologists help solve crimes?
In some cases they do. For example, criminal profiling involves collaborating with law enforcement officers to construct a profile of a perpetrator based on psychology, personality, and behavior as suggested by the crime in order to focus the investigation. They may also offer expert input on subjects related to a case such as deception, false confessions, and the reliability of testimony based on eyewitness accounts.
How long do people typically work with a forensic psychologist?
The length of time an individual works with a forensic psychologist depends on the relevant service. For example, if a forensic psychologist is conducting a psychological assessment for a court case, this may take one to two sessions to complete (although they can be more extensive). If the forensic psychologist is providing therapy to someone accused or convicted of a crime, treatment may last for several months or more.