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Animal cruelty offenses are taken very seriously by both courts and society because they harm vulnerable creatures and raise concerns about public safety.

If you’re facing such charges, remember—you are innocent until proven guilty. Even if the charges are upheld, or you plead guilty, you still deserve the best chance for a fair and balanced outcome.

Sometimes underlying mental health issues such as impulse-control disorders or unresolved trauma may have influenced behavior. But please note: Our evaluations are not about inventing excuses. Rather, we carefully uncover genuine, often overlooked, psychological factors that can shape understanding of your case, and perhaps, more lenient sentencing. Taking responsibility is central to healing, and proper evaluation can help.

We ensure your mental health story is fully and accurately presented to the court. Let your voice be heard.

Meet Ms. Mercy Nwankama, PMHNP, MSN

Mercy, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and clinical evaluator, has over 20 years of correctional nursing and case management experience at Maryland's top prison facilities working with clients at the intersection of the criminal justice system, accountability, wellness and healthcare, and community reintegration | Go >>

HERE'S THE PLEASANT TRUTH

Every court strives—very hard—for fairness, so it's crucial for you to provide them with the necessary evidence and insights to ensure your full story is understood and accurately represented.

Through our specialized psychiatric mental health evaluation and reporting services, we aim to bridge the gap between mental health understanding and legal mandates, providing crucial support that enhances the fairness and humanity of legal processes.

Key stages for a high-impact mental health evaluation report in a criminal matter

• Discovery

• Plea bargaining

• Preliminary hearing

• Pre-trial motions

• The trial

• Closing arguments

• Pre-sentencing investigation

• Sentencing

• Post-trial motions, e.g., Motion to Reconsider

• Appeal

• Probation or parole hearings.

A compelling voluntary mental health evaluation report can be most effective at various key stages in a criminal case, including:

Some details about our mental health evaluations and court reports in criminal matters

1. What is the state of the client's social and family support systems?
   

2. How well does the client understand their situation, and how eager and prepared are they to engage in treatment?
   

3. Is there any substance use, and what impact does it have on the client's situation?
   

4. What is the assessed risk of harm to self or others?
   

5. How do cultural and environmental influences affect the client?
   

6. How would you evaluate the client's cognitive functioning and capacity?
   

7. What are the effects of any historical trauma the client has experienced?
   

8. Have the factors that contributed to the current issues been effectively addressed, or how well are they being addressed in a meaningful way?
   

9. How is the client responding to the treatment plans currently in place (if any)? [Clients not currently in treatment can also enroll in one].
   

10. What active steps has the client taken to address and manage their problems?
    

11. How accurate and complete were previous assessments and diagnoses?
    

12. Can any recent evaluation of the client's condition demonstrate their capability for employment, community integration, or fulfilling family duties?
    

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We answer twelve crucial questions that tell the client's story!

When we evaluate a client and write a report concerning criminal cases, including hearings like parole, probation, DUI, and sentencing hearings, our evaluations and reports answer the above twelve questions for the courts.

Going the extra mile to plead your case!

Experienced evaluators

Our team consists of highly skilled professionals who take the time to conduct the most comprehensive evaluations, ensuring all legal requirements are met with the highest standard of care.

Tailored treatment plans

Beyond evaluations, we offer personalized treatment plans, including psychotherapy and medication management, designed to support our clients' reintegration into the community, workplace, and family life.

Goal-oriented support

We are committed to understanding the underlying psychodynamic factors affecting our clients and identifying the most effective therapy goals and modalities to aid their recovery and fulfill legal and personal objectives. 

Click here to Complete an Initial Evaluation Form Online

An initial evaluation helps our clinicians understand how well your case fits our services, all the while keeping your privacy fully protected.

Complete a Free Initial Evaluation Form

This will allow our clinicians to assess your case's level of fit for our evaluation and reports while protecting your privacy.

Let us be your partner in bridging the gap between mental health challenges and legal resolutions. Our clinic is here to support you through meticulous evaluations and tailored treatment plans, guiding you toward achieving your goals with empathy, expertise, and unwavering support.

CRIMINAL CASES

FAMILY CASES

MOTOR VEHICLE CASES

PERSONAL INJURY CASES

• Animal cruelty

• Arson

• Assault and battery

• Burglary

• Child abuse or neglect

• Cybercrime

• Domestic violence

• Disorderly Conduct

• Driving under the influence (DUI)

• Drug possession or distribution

• Embezzlement

• Fraud

• Gun-related offenses

• Harassment or stalking

• Human trafficking

• Kidnapping

• Murder and manslaughter

• Probation or parole petitions or violations

• Public Disturbance

• Prostitution

• Resisting arrest or obstruction

• Robbery

• Sex crimes

• Theft and larceny

• Trespassing or unlawful entry

• Vandalism

• Other felonies or misdemeanor infractions

• Adoption

• Child custody

• Domestic violence

• Divorce

• Guardianship

• Parentage

• Other family-related cases

• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs ("DUI", including Boating DUI)

• Driving while suspended or revoked

• Reckless driving

• Hit-and-run

• Vehicular homicide

• Other motor vehicle-related cases

• Assault and battery

• Automobile accidents

• Boating accidents

• Construction accidents

• Defective products

• Dog bites and animal attacks

• Medical malpractice

• Nursing home negligence or abuse

• Premises liability

• Product liability

• Slip and fall accidents

• Sports and recreational injuries

• Toxic exposure

• Workplace accidents

• Wrongful death

• Other personal injury cases

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| Family cases >>

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EMPLOYMENT & PERMITS

• Employment

• Licensing

• Other employment or permits-related needs

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Psychiatric evaluation and management

• Case management (psychiatric/mental health)

• Court services (psychiatric/mental health reports)

• Medication management

• Psychiatric and mental health evaluation

• Other psychiatric and mental health reports.
  

Substance Abuse

• Alcohol addiction

• Coffee or stimulant addiction

• Drugs addiction (Cocaine, Marijuana, Heroin, Meth, etc.)

• Food or soda addiction

• Smoking, tobacco, or vaping addiction

• Opioids, painkillers, or prescription medicines addiction

Unhealthy Habits & Addiction

• Gambling or gaming addiction

• Internet and computer addiction

• Sexual addiction or disorder

• Shopping and spending addiction

• Work addiction (Workaholism)

• Other addiction issues.

• Abuse/Trauma

• Adjustment issues

• Anger issues

• Antisocial/deviant behavior

• Anxiety/stress

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Autism

• Body image problems

• Bipolar disorder

• Compulsive stealing (Kleptomania)

• Crisis intervention

• Depression

• Eating disorders

• Eating disorder - Anorexia Nervosa,

• Eating disorder - Binge Eating,

• Eating disorder - Bulimia Nervosa,

• Eating disorder - Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

• Family conflict

• Imposter syndrome (Self-imposter disorder)

• Intellectual development/learning disability

• Lying disorders (Compulsive lying and Pathological lying)

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)

• Paranoia

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Psychosis

• Self-esteem issues

• Schizophrenia

• Sleep problems (sleep disorder, insomnia)

• Trauma

• Women’s Issues

• Other psychiatric and mental health issues
  

We also provide these administrative services

Here're addiction problems we treat

• Nutrition/vitamin treatment

• Stomach reduction assessment/evaluation

• Weight management

• General health education (individual and group lessons)

• Other nutrition and weight management services.
  

And we provide nutrition and weight management services to make your well-being even more complete

Don't let life's challenges define you—or your loved one—we are here to help you overcome and thrive!

Here're psychosocial and psychosomatic issues we treat

We operate under the laws and regulations of the State of Maryland as a Maryland outpatient clinic.