Forensic Psychology and
Mental Health Therapy
by Dr. Kathryn Lawing
Intellectually honest, scientific, and rigorous forensic evaluations
Dr. Lawing has built her forensic practice around these principles. Ready for clear, concise, and accurate opinions?
Core Values
Holistic Approach: Rooted in decades of sound research on developmental psychopathology (the way we develop and change over the course of our lives), this informed treatment method allows for deeper healing within a heartfelt and fully engaged therapeutic relationship.
Research Driven: Evidence based treatments are used to treat mental health conditions for lasting symptom reduction. Careful selection of statistically reliable and valid psychological tests for all psychological evaluations.
Inclusivity: Providing equal access to care and assessment from a racial trauma informed perspective. Culturally sensitive treatment and assessments. Affirmation of all origins, backgrounds, and identities with a client-centered therapeutic approach.
Objectivity: All forensic and independent psychological evaluations are grounded in impartial and intellectually honest interpretation of data. Dr. Lawing takes measures to ensure that opinions offered are objective; she does not offer opinions that are merely possible.
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Litigation Consultation
Looking for cross-examination strategies? Need help with case analysis or development? Dr. Lawing offers this and more in assisting attorneys build a strong case.
Testimony on General Information
Looking to strengthen your case with a psychological subject matter expert? Need to educate a judge or jury on a psychological concept related to your client or case? Dr. Lawing is described as personable with a calm and professional demeanor, experienced, and well suited for testimony before judges or juries.
Psychological Findings Review
Take your case to the next level by utilizing forensic psychological review of other experts’ findings. In a world full of jargon and technicalities, allow Dr. Lawing to break down and explain with simplicity the findings and accuracy of other experts.
“A person is a fluid process, not a fixed and static entity; a flowing river of change, not a block of solid material; a continually changing constellation of potentialities, not a fixed quantity of traits.”
― Carl R. Rogers, Ph.D.
Learn new ways of thinking and interacting with the world.
Create space and time for yourself.
Ask Dr. Lawing about Colorado walk and talk therapy sessions.
Receive gentle yet directive guidance by an experienced therapist with whom you can quickly build trust
Change unhealthy or unproductive patterns. Feel good in mind, body, and soul.
“Dr. Kathryn Lawing is a godsend to the abused, traumatized, and neglected. Dr. Lawing’s expertise, research and clinical practice has brought hope to families, enlightenment to the criminal justice system and enhanced the quality of life in our community.”
— Judge Arthur L. Hunter Jr., Orleans Parish Criminal District Court