EP 33: Forensic Psychology & Child Custody: What Every Parent Should Know

What role does forensic psychology play in child custody cases, and how are psychological evaluations used to help courts make important decisions about children? In this episode of Sidebar Social, hosts Jennifer L. Grinke and Dana J. Stewart welcome forensic psychologist Dr. Kevin Goldberg (Psy.D.) to explain the differences between clinical psychological evaluations, forensic evaluations, and child custody evaluations. Dr. Goldberg discusses how psychological evaluations can be incorporated into custody evaluations, what parents can expect during the evaluation process, the role of forensic psychologists in high-conflict family law cases, and how these assessments help courts determine the best interests of children. Whether you're involved in a divorce, navigating a child custody dispute, or simply interested in forensic psychology and mental health, this episode offers valuable insight into one of the most important—and often misunderstood—aspects of family law.