Emily Salema, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, & Massachusetts.
Consulting Forensic Psychologist and Expert Witness
Specializing in Evidence-Based Evaluation, Assessment, Training, and Program Development
Forensic Psychology
The intersection between psychological practice and issues relating to the legal system
Forensic psychology is a specialty area that combines clinical practice and research to issues relating to law and the legal system. The objective of a forensic psychologist is to conduct ethical assessments of individuals involved with the legal system. The scope of services provided by a forensic psychologist involve clinical interviews, research reviews, assessments, consultation, written evaluations, and courtroom testimony. Forensic psychologists work with attorneys, judges, law enforcement agencies, and legally-involved clients to enhance the well-being of individuals, communities, and systems within a psycho-legal framework. Forensic psychologists also apply their specialized knowledge to the design, review, and implementation of treatment programs.
Dr. Salema’s clinical and forensic experiences span correctional, forensic inpatient, and outpatient settings. Within these diverse settings, Dr. Salema has conducted hundreds of psychological assessments addressing various criminal and civil matters. To ensure the most ethical and effective delivery of services, Dr. Salema remains apprised of burgeoning research dictating best practices, and adapts according to shifts in the field.
Services Provided
Dr. Salema provides evaluation, consultation, and testimony for a variety of clinical and forensic matters.
PSYCHOSEXUAL EVALUATION
Psychosexual evaluations provide an overview of a client’s sexuality, including any deviant sexual interests, to identify risk factors and treatment needs.
FORENSIC EVALUATION
Forensic evaluations address a number of legal issues, including competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, risk assessment, sentencing mitigation, and more.
DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT
Diagnostic assessment services aim to guide treatment by developing a diagnostic impression, outlining treatment goals, and identifying personal strengths.
EXPERT TESTIMONY
Expert testimony is an opportunity to communicate opinions to the courts about issues such as a defendant’s risk of violence, competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, or diagnostic profile.
TREATMENT SERVICES
Treatment services are available for individuals who have exhibited problematic sexual behaviors and who are in need of competency restoration services.
TRAINING AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
Specialized knowledge pertaining to the fields of forensic and clinical psychology may be shared through trainings or for the assistance of program development.
