Overview

Choosing the right psychological expert can sometimes make (or break!) your case. In this practical session, Dr. Jennifer Sweeton walks you through clarifying your referral questions, identifying the credentials and case experience that truly matter, and conducting efficient, revealing expert interviews. You’ll learn how to request and review redacted sample reports, verify that a proposed expert is genuinely qualified in the specific issues at stake, and build a working file of high-quality reports keyed to recurring referral questions. The program emphasizes concrete questions to ask, red flags to spot early, and a repeatable intake process you can adapt.

Learning Objectives (you will be able to):

Define precise referral questions and match them to the qualifications, training, and case experience a psychological expert must have.

Implement a structured vetting workflow: Interview prompts, redacted report review, and CV checks to confirm subject-matter expertise and fit.