Counselor Expert Witnesses

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Counselor expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including mental health counseling, school counseling, rehabilitation counseling, substance abuse counseling, and marriage and family therapy. Some of the most common specialties for counselor expert witnesses also include trauma counseling, child and adolescent counseling, career counseling, grief counseling, and crisis intervention. They have provided opinions on the effects of emotional distress, psychological trauma, impacts of substance abuse, effectiveness of therapeutic interventions, and ethical standards in counseling practices.

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Healthcare Expert Witness

Review Fee $125/hr
Deposition Fee $225/hr

This expert has been involved in the healthcare industry for nearly 15 years. She is a both a Licensed Community Residential Care Facilities Administrator and a Licensed Professional Counselor by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation. As Social Services Director for HCR-Manor Care, she attended daily clinical meetings to monitor residents' emotional and mental health and was also responsible for maintaining Quality Assurance and completing environmental audits. As a Residence Director for Assisted Living Concepts, she led a 40-bed community residential care facility and oversaw all operations, including the management of over 30 employees.

Director, Home-care agency

Master of Education (MEd), The Citadel

Mt. Pleasant |

South Carolina

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FAQs for Counselor Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a counselor expert witness in legal proceedings?

A counselor expert witness provides insight into mental health, therapy practices, and counseling standards. They can testify on the appropriateness of treatment provided and psychological impacts.

In what types of cases might I need a counselor expert witness?

Counselor expert witnesses are often needed in cases involving mental health issues, malpractice claims against therapists, child custody disputes, or trauma-related lawsuits.

What subspecialties exist within the field of counseling that an expert witness might specialize in?

Subspecialties include child and adolescent counseling, substance abuse counseling, marriage and family therapy, trauma counseling, and forensic counseling.

How can a counselor expert witness assist in a case involving allegations of therapist malpractice?

The expert can review treatment records, assess standard of care adherence, provide opinion on harm caused by alleged malpractice, and testify to these findings in court.

Why is it important for a counselor expert witness to have current or recent clinical experience?

Current clinical experience ensures the expert is up-to-date with best practices and standards in the field, enhancing their credibility and the relevance of their testimony.

How does Expert Institute select its Counselor expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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