About FC PsychExperts | Forensic Psychologist In Tampa, FL

To stand as Tampa’s premier resource for forensic psychological evaluations, cultivating a team of accomplished professionals dedicated to courtroom excellence.

We advance the field through rigorous, science-backed assessments and credible expert witness testimony that serves both legal proceedings and community well-being.

Evidence-based methodology and ethical rigor form the foundation of our forensic practice, serving both individuals we evaluate and the legal system’s pursuit of justice. As a forensic psychologist in Tampa, FL, each assessment and expert opinion reflects our commitment to scientific validity and professional accountability.

We approach every case through a lens of social fairness, ensuring impartial treatment irrespective of demographic characteristics or personal background. Objective analysis, not subjective judgment, guides our competency evaluations, risk assessments, and courtroom testimony.

Membership in leading professional societies and dedication to specialized education keep our forensic expertise current and comprehensive. From criminal responsibility evaluations to litigation support across multiple practice areas, we provide Florida courts and legal professionals with authoritative psychological insights built on decades of courtroom experience and clinical knowledge.

Our practice delivers comprehensive forensic psychology services designed to strengthen judicial proceedings through precision and professionalism. We maintain unwavering dedication to ethical conduct, specialized training, and thorough psychological evaluations, providing legal professionals and Tampa-area courts with dependable expert analysis. From competency determinations to risk assessments, our evidence-informed methodology supports fair resolution across diverse legal contexts.

Ethical Practices

As a trusted forensic psychologist in Tampa, FL, we uphold the highest professional standards in every assessment and courtroom appearance. Our commitment to ethical integrity and objectivity ensures credible expert opinions that legal professionals and courts can depend upon throughout all proceedings.

Ongoing Education

Our team maintains active membership in leading forensic organizations including APSAC, ATSA, and AFCC while pursuing specialized training in competency assessment, risk evaluation, and expert witness methodology. This dedication to continuous professional development distinguishes our forensic psychologist in Tampa, FL practice, ensuring our services reflect current scientific research and evolving best practices across criminal, civil, and family law matters.

Comprehensive Assessments

Our detailed psychological evaluations provide attorneys and courts with actionable intelligence for critical legal decisions. From mitigation analyses to custody determinations, each evidence-based assessment draws on extensive courtroom experience including testimony in Florida’s 15th, 17th, 19th, and 20th judicial circuits, delivering authoritative insights that support fair outcomes within the state’s judicial system.

Dr. Cathy Colet

Forensic Psychologist

Dr. Cathy Colet is a Licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist and founder of Forensic and Clinical PsychExperts, LLC.

Dr. Lauren Miller

Clinical and Forensic Neuropsychologist

Dr. Miller has nearly 20 years of experience as a clinician, consultant, lecturer, and writer.

Dr. Matthew J. Jalazo

Forensic Psychologist

Dr. Matthew J. Jalazo is a licensed psychologist who has practiced forensic psychology on a full-time basis for the last fifteen years.

Dr. Elizabeth Woodruff

Therapist

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.

Dr. Shifra Gross

Psychologist

Dr. Shifra Gross is a forensic psychologist with extensive experience in mental health and behavioral health interventions.

Stephanie Newberg, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW

Therapist

Stephanie Newberg, has over 25 years of experience as a clinician working with individuals, families, and couples.