Treatment
Medicolegal Psychiatric Consultation
Objective psychiatric evaluations and written reports for court-ordered, custody, and other legal matters.
Medicolegal psychiatric consultation is a psychiatric evaluation requested for a legal matter, such as a court-ordered evaluation or a custody case. Being asked to complete an evaluation can feel stressful, and we aim to make the process clear, calm, and respectful. The evaluation is objective, which means its purpose is to provide an honest, balanced professional opinion rather than to advocate for any side. Evaluations are conducted by Dr. Timothy Wuerz, D.O., a board-certified psychiatrist.
The process begins with a conversation to understand the legal question and what has been requested. The evaluation may include interviews, a review of relevant records, and standardized testing when appropriate. Dr. Wuerz then prepares a written report that summarizes his findings and professional opinion. Each step is explained so you know what to expect.
Gives the people involved in your case a clear, objective psychiatric perspective, presented in a written report.
Before the evaluation, we confirm who requested it, which questions need to be addressed, and who will receive the report. You may be asked to share relevant records or documents, and we explain how the information you share will be used.
After the evaluation, a written report is prepared and shared as agreed at the start of the process. The report reflects an objective professional opinion and is not written to support any particular outcome.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about medicolegal psychiatric consultation.
Feeling nervous is completely understandable. You can expect a respectful, non-judgmental conversation about your history, your current situation, and the questions that have been asked. We’ll explain each step along the way.
Yes. A psychiatric evaluation may be requested in a custody matter to help the court understand the mental health of a parent or other adult involved. The evaluation focuses on the questions asked, and the written report presents objective findings. We aim to keep the process calm and respectful for everyone involved.
The evaluation is objective. Its purpose is to provide an honest, balanced psychiatric opinion, not to advocate for any party. This helps keep the process fair for everyone involved.
Requests may come from attorneys, courts, or individuals involved in a legal matter. Please contact our office to discuss your situation. We’ll let you know whether this service is a good fit.
Because the evaluation is for a legal matter, the information you share may be included in a report that goes to the court, attorneys, or other parties. We explain who will receive the report before the evaluation begins. That way, you understand how your information will be used.
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