Dr. Bernstein specializes in a variety of psychological evaluations, including but not limited to:

• Child Custody Evaluations: Assessing the best interests of children in custody disputes, with a focus on their emotional, psychological, and developmental needs.

• Child Dependency Evaluations: Evaluating the safety, well-being, and developmental needs of children in cases involving allegations of abuse or neglect. These evaluations are crucial in determining appropriate intervention strategies and custody arrangements.

• Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations: Determining an individual’s psychological suitability for performing their job duties.

• Personal Injury Evaluations: Evaluating the psychological impact of injuries on an individual's life.

• Risk Assessments: Investigating an individual’s risk to self or others.

• Disability Evaluations: Assessing mental health conditions for disability claims.

• Pre-employment/Employment Evaluations: Assessing candidates for suitability and emotional stability in a workplace setting.

• Expert Witness Testimony: Offering professional insights and testimony in legal matters related to mental health.

Yes, Dr. Bernstein works closely with attorneys to provide valuable consultation services. Whether you need assistance understanding psychological aspects of a case or expert critique of reports from other psychologists, he is here to offer guidance and support tailored to your needs.

Each evaluation requires extensive investigation.

Please make sure to bring any and all documentation to help increase perspective and understanding of the case. Examples may include Court Orders, PFA, criminal dockets, school records, mental health information, and correspondence between parties. When providing documentation, please offer only copies for need to retain the documents for the file.

This is a HIPAA compliant practice. If you have any questions or concerns about HIPAA policy, please do not hesitate to telephone. If you would like HIPAA literature, please request a copy.

The length of an evaluation can vary depending on the complexity of the case and the type of evaluation. Most evaluations are completed over several sessions, typically spanning a few weeks. Once the evaluation process is complete, Dr. Bernstein will provide a detailed report within a reasonable timeframe.

Yes, Dr. Bernstein offers expert critiques of psychological reports prepared by other professionals. This service is ideal for attorneys or parties involved in legal disputes who want an independent evaluation of the work done by other psychologists. His critique will assess the quality, validity, and potential ethical limitations of the original report, ensuring that all relevant psychological factors are thoroughly addressed.

Yes, Dr. Bernstein’s evaluations are conducted with the highest professional standards and are accepted by courts. He provides clear, thorough reports that are well-documented and objective.

The cost of an evaluation depends on several factors, including the type of evaluation, the complexity of the case, and the amount of time required. Dr. Bernstein offers customized pricing based on the specifics of each case to

Please contact the office to discuss your case, and Dr. Bernstein will provide you with an estimate based on your individual needs.

You can easily schedule an evaluation by calling the office. Dr. Bernstein will guide you through the process, answer any questions, and arrange an initial consultation.