DID YOU KNOW...
When a psychologist treats an individual, who was emotionally traumatized by an accident, the treatment is clinical in nature, designed to assist the individual in recovering from the trauma. But, when the psychologist is asked to provide a report for the court, regarding the extent of the trauma, and to assess the psychological damage incurred, then the psychologist is providing forensic services.
Forensic psychologists provide services for both the criminal and civil court systems, conducting psychological evaluations, helping to resolve such legal questions as whether a defendant may be competent to stand trial, pose a risk of violence, providing opinions on child-custody, personal injury cases, etc.
DR. CATHY COLET
Dr. Cathy Colet is a Licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist who is the founder of Forensic and Clinical PsychExperts, LLC.
Dr. Colet specializes in an array of clinical and forensic evaluations. Dr. Colet has expertise in criminal, civil, and family law. She has extensive experience in conducting neuropsychological, psychosexual and sexual behavior-specific evaluations, as well as evaluations assessing for intellectual deficits, learning disorders, personality, mood, and thought disorders, and trauma.
MEET OUR PSYCHOLOGISTS
DR. LAUREN MILLER
Dr. Miller has nearly 20 years of experience as a clinician, consultant, lecturer, and writer. She provides neuropsychological, psychoeducational and psychological assessment to people of all ages.
Dr. Miller has extensive experience providing litigation-related consulting services and also reviewing psychological and neuropsychological disability claims.
DR. MATTHEW J. JALAZO
Dr. Matthew J. Jalazo is a licensed psychologist who has practiced forensic psychology on a full-time basis for the last fifteen years (including four years as a psychologist in the United States Army).
Dr. Jalazo has a wealth of experience in assessing the impact of numerous organic and psychiatric conditions on behavior that brings individuals into contact with the criminal justice system.
DR. JIMMY L. MIDDLEBROOK
Dr. Jimmy L. Middlebrook is a licensed psychologist with over 30 years’ experience in academic, corporate, and private practice settings. He has served in several high-level academic leadership roles conducted hundreds of psychological and neuropsychological evaluations of children, adolescents, and adults, and provided management consulting to companies across the US and Canada.
Overall, Dr. Middlebrook’s passion is helping individuals, families, and organizations develop their full potential. He enjoys creating opportunities for others to acquire the resources, knowledge, and confidence required to develop new skill sets for continuous growth.
MEET OUR PSYCHIATRIST
EFRAIN ACOSTA-LEON, MD
Our newest member Dr. Efrain Acosta-Leon has extensive experience in his field. He has worked at various inpatient psychiatric facilities, outpatient clinics, IOP, and PHP programs.
Currently, Dr. Acosta-Leon is working as Chief Medical Officer of New Horizons of the Treasure Coast. As a dedicated psychiatrist working at different levels of care and with diverse populations, he feels motivated by the chance to alleviate suffering and improve the quality of life for his patients.
MEET OUR THERAPIST
DR. ELIZABETH WOODRUFF
Dr. Elizabeth Woodruff, a distinguished Licensed Clinical Social Worker, embarked on her academic journey at Palm Beach Atlantic University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
Her passion for understanding the human psyche and aiding those in need propelled her to further her education at Florida Atlantic University, where she completed her Master's in Social Work followed by a Doctorate in Social Work. This extensive educational background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary to make a profound impact in the field of social work.
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