
Do you know that a voluntary psychiatric evaluation and report can powerfully share your life's story, helping the court to truly understand you—and opening the door to a better outcome?


Will the report help you and your case?
Courts need clarity — and so do you. Below, you'll see what our mental health evaluations and court reports are, and what they are not.
What the reports are not.
Not Court-Ordered
These are not mandated by a judge — your participation is voluntary.
What the reports are.
Voluntary and Proactive
You’re taking initiative to present your life's story by yourself, not because you were required.
Not an Insanity Defense
They are not about avoiding responsibility or appearing to do so, but demonstrating responsibility and giving the court some context in your case.
Context, Not Excuses
We explain how your history or previously unrecognized mental health challenges may have influenced your behavior, without excusing it. If we find no connection, we say so.
Not for Denial
They are not suitable for those unwilling to accept responsibility for their actions or change for a better future.
Responsibility and Growth
They show the steps you’re taking to own your past, correct the present and improve your future.
Not an Excuse
They do not minimize wrongdoing.
A Fuller Picture
They humanize you — showing challenges, strengths, and your potential for rehabilitation.


Will the report help you and your case?


Courts need clarity — and so do you. Below, you'll see what our mental health evaluations and court reports are, and what they are not.
The four pillars of our voluntary psychiatric evaluations and court reports:
1. Taking Initiative
Not court-ordered – You are not mandated by a judge.
Voluntary and proactive – You’re choosing to take action on your own, going several extra miles to show responsibility without being mandated.
2. Providing Context
Not an insanity defense – It’s not about avoiding responsibility, or appearing to do so.
Context, not excuses – We explain how your history or previously unrecognized mental health challenges may have influenced your behavior, without excusing it. If we find no connection, we say so.
3. Owning Responsibility
Not for denial – It’s not for those unwilling to accept accountability or make the necessary changes.
Responsibility and growth – It highlights your willingness to take ownership of your past and your commitment to making positive changes.
4. Showing Humanity
Not an excuse – It does not minimize wrongdoing.
A fuller picture – It allows the court to see you as a whole person, including your challenges, strengths, and potential for rehabilitation.
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In exceptional cases, we may also accept clients seeking voluntary psychiatric evaluations for civil or administrative matters, including family law, employment, permit and license applications or hearings, and personal injury claims.

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