Forensic & Expert Consultation

Dr. Miller provides independent psychiatric evaluations and expert testimony in civil and family law matters. Her forensic work is informed by extensive experience evaluating and treating adults (18+) with mood disorders, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, PTSD, ADHD, psychotic disorders, serious mental illness, and substance use disorders, including dual‑diagnosis and treatment‑resistant conditions.

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Area of Evaluation

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​In civil litigation, evaluations may address:

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- Psychiatric diagnosis and differential diagnosis
- Causation and relationship to alleged events
- Emotional distress and psychological harm
- Functional impairment (occupational and social)
- Pre‑existing conditions and aggravation
- Prognosis and treatment needs

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In family law matters, evaluations may include:

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- Parental capacity in the context of psychiatric illness
- Substance use, relapse risk, and treatment compliance
- Impact of trauma, mood disorders, or addiction on judgment and parenting
- Capacity evaluations, including guardianship and testamentary capacity when appropriate

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Professional Role

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Services include record review, independent psychiatric examination, written reports, depositions, and trial testimony.

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Dr. Miller provides objective medical opinions to a reasonable degree of medical certainty within the scope of general psychiatry and addiction medicine. She does not offer legal conclusions or advocate for either party; ultimate determinations remain with the Court.

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A psychiatric evaluation is a physician‑conducted medical assessment focused on diagnosis, treatment history, medication management, clinical stability, and risk assessment, distinct from psychological testing.

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Counsel are encouraged to contact the office directly to discuss scope and engagement terms prior to retention.