I am a consultant clinical psychologist specialising in neuropsychology. I have undertaken medico-legal work for over 28 years in both criminal and civil proceedings (20% Claimant, 75% Defendant, 5% Joint).
I have reported in cases of acquired brain injury (all causes), functional neurological disorder, dissociative disorder, neurodevelopmental disorder, dementia, fitness to plead, criminal culpability, and mental capacity.
I have been instructed in employment tribunals, professional disciplinary proceedings, and professional negligence cases. I have given evidence in civil and criminal courts including high profile trials. I am jointly responsible for adult neuropsychology services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS neurosciences unit.
All aspects of neuropsychology and clinical psychology including:
Acquired disability.
Adjustment to disability.
Traumatic brain injury.
Epilepsy.
Multiple sclerosis.
Neurodegeneration (Dementia).
Neurodevelopmental conditions.
Functional neurological conditions.
Dissociative conditions.
Stroke.
Memory, attention, and executive function disorders.
Fitness to plead.
Criminal responsibility.
Mental capacity.
Professional negligence.
Trauma.
PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).
Symptom validity, effort and exaggeration.