Expert Psychological Assessment for the Workers’ Compensation System

 

As a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) and licensed clinical psychologist, I provide comprehensive, objective psychological evaluations for the California workers’ compensation system. My practice is grounded in clinical integrity, attention to detail, and a commitment to fair, evidence-based assessment.

 

I am also available to serve as an Agreed Medical Evaluator (AME) and provide Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) evaluations.

 

Services Offered

 

Qualified Medical Evaluations (QME)

• Independent psychological evaluations for injured workers

• Assessment of psychological injury, causation, apportionment, and impairment

• Adherence to the AMA Guides (5th Edition) and Labor Code guidelines

• Clear, timely, and defensible reports

 

Agreed Medical Evaluator (AME)

• When selected by joint agreement of attorneys, I provide fair, neutral evaluations

• Open and responsive communication with both parties

• Experience with complex cases, including pre-existing psychological conditions, trauma, and workplace stress

 

SIBTF Evaluations

• Assessment of prior psychological disability in cases involving a new industrial injury

• Thorough documentation and rating of prior and current impairment

• Attention to subtle historical factors that may contribute to cumulative disability

 

 

Why Work With Me?

• Clinical Expertise: Over 20 years in the mental health field 

• Med-Legal: Trained and certified as a QME by the Division of Workers’ Compensation in California

• High-Quality Reports: Each report is clear, well-supported, and fully compliant with legal and clinical standards

• Timely Turnaround: Reports are delivered promptly, with clear communication at every stage

 

Areas of Expertise

• Work-related psychological trauma and stress

• Anxiety, depression, PTSD

• Cognitive and emotional impact of physical injuries

• Neuropsychological functioning and diagnostic clarification

• Complex psychiatric history and differential diagnosis

 

 

Referral & Scheduling

Please contact info@smemedlegal.com or 877-763-5345 for any questions or to schedule.