What can this child communicate, and how was the account obtained?
Development, understanding, emotional state, family and school context, vulnerability and conditions of previous interviews. A single behaviour is not treated as proof of a specific event.
Useful records
Existing interviews or recordings, school reports, relevant health history and orders defining the intervention. We establish who may authorise it and accompany the child.
How we structure the instruction
We first define the question and establish what information is available. We then propose the necessary steps, timing and fees. Where direct assessment is appropriate, we arrange interviews and select methods suited to the person and the question.
The report distinguishes background, sources, findings and conclusions. Court attendance and subsequent clarifications are expressly defined in the proposal.
Explore the stagesScope and limitations
The assessment is neither an interrogation nor a lie detector. Additional interviews are considered in light of available information and the expert question.
Before instruction
How much does an expert psychological assessment cost?
The fee depends on the question, people to assess, volume of records, travel and court testimony. We provide a proposal setting out scope, stages and fees before the instruction.
How long does a report take?
Timing is agreed after reviewing scope and the availability of records and interviews. Tell us about hearings or procedural deadlines at first contact. Urgent work is accepted only after assessing feasibility.
Can the report be explained in court?
Yes. Preparation and attendance to explain the report are agreed in the instruction. In-person or remote attendance depends on the procedure and the court’s authorisation.