Douglas Ballroom
Target Audience: Family Law Professionals
Presented by: Dr. Rick Biesinger, Psy.D., NCC
-Presentation Description: Psychological assessments can be powerful tools in family court evaluations and litigation, but they are often misunderstood or over-relied upon. This practical, jargon-free session will help family law professionals understand the differences between psychological, neuropsychological, and psychoeducational evaluations; what testing can and cannot tell us; and how culture, language, context, and test limitations affect interpretation. Participants will leave better prepared to read assessment reports critically, ask informed questions, and collaborate effectively with mental health professionals.
-Presentation Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:
1. Differentiate types of psychological assessments and their purposes.
2. Identify the key capabilities and boundaries of psychological testing.
3. Recognize common assessment measures and understand their primary advantages and limitations.