Valorem Psychology provides independent, evidence-based psychological assessments for legal, organizational, occupational, and complex clinical decision-making. Our assessments are tailored to the referral question and emphasize clarity, objectivity, and defensibility.
We offer assessments across the following areas:
Forensic
Forensic psychology reflects the intersection of psychology and the law. Forensic assessments can help clarify questions related to risk, mental health, and functioning in legally relevant contexts.
Our forensic assessments may inform expert opinions in matters involving:
- Risk of criminal, violent, or sexual reoffending
- General mental health concerns in justice-involved individuals
- Malingering or symptom validity concerns
- Sentencing-related opinions
- Community release and rehabilitation planning
- Personality functioning and risk-relevant clinical factors
These assessments are grounded in structured interviews, collateral information, relevant records, validated assessment tools including psychometric testing, and current research.
Psychodiagnostic
Comprehensive psychological assessments can help clarify the underlying causes of emotional, behavioural and interpersonal challenges. These assessments are particularly helpful when the clinical picture is complex, unclear, or requires formal diagnostic clarification.
Common referrals:
- Diagnostic clarification
- Personality assessment
- Differential diagnosis
- Treatment planning
- Evaluation of complex clinical presentations
- Clarification of trauma-related versus other psychological concerns.
Psychodiagnostic assessments typically involve a clinical interview, review of relevant history, psychological testing, and a written report summarizing clinical findings, prognosis, and recommendations.
Trauma, OSI, and Specialized assessments for veterans and first responders
Our psychologists provide specialized assessments for veterans, first responders, and other individuals working in high-stress or frontline roles, with a particular focus on:
- Operational stress injuries (OSI)
- Trauma-related conditions, including PTSD
- Functional impact of psychological symptoms
- return-to-work and occupational considerations
- Diagnostic clarification in complex presentations
These assessments are evidence-based and informed by our experience working with first responders and other trauma-exposed populations, and are designed to provide clear guidance regarding diagnosis, functioning, and treatment needs
Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs) & Other Medico-Legal Assessments
Independent medical examinations (IMEs) are structured, objective assessments used in medico-legal and occupational contexts. These evaluations may be requested in matters involving:
- Suitability assessments for high risk roles
- Civil litigation
- Psychological injury claims
- Disability and impairment opinions
- Return-to-work readiness
- Workplace trauma or harassment
- Symptom validity and malingering concerns
Our IMEs and related medico-legal assessments are designed to provide clear, balanced opinions to assist decision-making in legal, insurance, and workplace settings.
If you are unsure what type of assessment is most appropriate, we invite you to reach out to us for a consultation to help determine the best fit for your referral question or presenting issue.