Forensic Psychological Assessments
Gain Clarity and Confidence with Forensic Psychological Assessments
When legal, workplace, or family law questions involve mental health, you need clear, independent psychological input—not speculation or advocacy. At CPC Clinics, registered psychologists provide structured forensic and medico-legal assessments that answer specific referral questions, follow Canadian forensic and family law standards, and produce court-ready reports. Our role is to offer neutral, evidence-based opinions you can rely on in high-stakes decisions.
CPC Clinics conducts forensic psychological assessments using interviews, testing, and detailed record review to answer clear referral questions. We deliver transparent, evidence-based opinions to support informed decision-making.
Referral clarification and conflict check
Referral clarification and conflict check:
Every file begins with a careful review of referral information, potential conflicts of interest, and applicable court…
Referral clarification and conflict check:
Every file begins with a careful review of referral information, potential conflicts of interest, and applicable court orders. We clarify the exact questions you need answered—such as risk, fitness, responsibility, parenting capacity, or psychological injury—before accepting the retainer. This upfront work helps ensure role clarity, neutrality, and alignment with legal expectations from the outset.
Guideline-aligned methodology
Guideline-aligned methodology:
Our assessments follow Canadian forensic psychology standards and relevant Alberta family law practice…
Guideline-aligned methodology:
Our assessments follow Canadian forensic psychology standards and relevant Alberta family law practice notes (e.g., PN7 and PN8) where applicable. We use structured professional judgment approaches in risk work and child-centered frameworks in parenting and child welfare cases. The methods, limits, and sources of information are clearly documented, so the court can see how opinions were reached.
Multi-method data collection
Multi-method data collection:
Depending on the referral, we integrate record review, clinical and forensic interviews, psychological testing…
Multi-method data collection:
Depending on the referral, we integrate record review, clinical and forensic interviews, psychological testing, validated risk tools, and collateral information (with appropriate authorization). This multi-method approach reduces reliance on any single source and increases the reliability and defensibility of our opinions in criminal, civil, occupational, and family law matters.
Risk, fitness, and capacity opinions
Risk, fitness, and capacity opinions:
For risk and violence assessments, we use structured professional judgment instruments such as the HCR…
Risk, fitness, and capacity opinions:
For risk and violence assessments, we use structured professional judgment instruments such as the HCR-20V3 alongside case-specific information. In fitness, competency, and decision-making capacity evaluations, we examine cognitive, emotional, and contextual factors relevant to the legal standard in question. Opinions focus on functional abilities, foreseeable risks, and practical management considerations.
Family law and parenting evaluations
Family law and parenting evaluations (PN7/PN8):
In PN7/PN8 and related parenting assessments, the emphasis is on the psychological needs of children…
Family law and parenting evaluations (PN7/PN8):
In PN7/PN8 and related parenting assessments, the emphasis is on the psychological needs of children, parenting strengths and limitations, and family dynamics that affect safety and adjustment. We consider attachment, conflict, co-parenting, and risk factors within the framework of Alberta family law practice notes and best-interest principles, offering child-centered recommendations to assist the court.
Court-ready reporting and consultation
Court-ready reporting and consultation:
Each report directly addresses the referral questions, clearly outlines methods, summarizes findings, and explains…
Court-ready reporting and consultation:
Each report directly addresses the referral questions, clearly outlines methods, summarizes findings, and explains how conclusions were reached. Reports are written in plain language while maintaining appropriate technical detail. Where requested, we provide expert testimony and case consultation to help the court or retaining party understand the implications and limits of the psychological evidence
Why Our Forensic Assessment Provides Clarity You Can Rely On
Our expert-led forensic psychological assessments follow rigorous, evidence-based standards to provide clear and defensible conclusions. Each evaluation is designed to answer specific legal or organizational questions with accuracy, fairness, and transparency. Here’s how our key components work and the benefits they offer:
1. Referral & record review:
We begin by clarifying the referral questions, reviewing court orders, and examining available documentation such as disclosure, police reports…read more
2. Forensic clinical interviews:
We conduct structured or semi-structured interviews that explore mental health history, current symptoms, life context, and relevant risk or… read more
3. Psychological testing & specialized tools:
Where indicated, we use standardized measures of cognitive functioning, adaptive skills, personality, psychopathology, malingering… read more
4. Risk, capacity, and parenting analysis:
Using structured professional judgment frameworks, we synthesize historical, clinical, and contextual information to form opinions about violence… read more
5. Integrated formulation & court-ready report:
Finally, we integrate all sources of information into a coherent formulation that addresses the referral questions directly and acknowledges… read more
Meet Our Calgary Forensic Assessment Specialist
Zarrin Tasneem
Clinical Director
MACP – Registered Provisional Psychologist
Flexible & Accessible Counselling Options :
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Forensic Psychological Assessments
$1680-$1920
Insurance billing available under specific conditions
In-person sessions available in Calgary
