Assessment

Bridging Law and Psychology for Families in Transition

At Amicus, we provides a comprehensive suite of services that bridge psychology, law, and coaching. Our work spans across six key domains – each designed to meet families, individuals, and professionals where they are in their journey toward therapeutic justice.

Assessment – Evidence-based evaluations to inform courts, lawyers, and families.

Amicus provides psychological reports for Family Court and Child Protection cases, assessing parents, carers, and children.

Our reports are objective, rigorous, and grounded in clinical-forensic evidence. Our Assessments include:

For Adult

1. Parenting capacity and family dynamics

2. Mental capacity and decision-making

3. Attachment and trauma evaluations

4. Custody evaluations and care assessments

For Child & Youth

1. Juvenile offending or reoffending (e.g. violence, substance or sexualised behaviour)

2. Gillick competence

3. Developmental issues or trauma

4. Protective and risk factors

Trauma Impact Evaluations:

1. Domestic violence and spousal abuse

2. Effects of neglect and alienation

3. Reunification readiness

Expert Witness Services

We provide clinical and risk formulations that are accessible, rigorous, and evidence-based, with clear oral testimony where needed.