Services

Evaluation

Dr. Kafka is available to provide both court-appointed and private evaluations of criminal defendants in matters related to criminal responsibility, sentencing, competency to stand trial, Franklin proceedings, community outpatient treatment readiness (i.e., CONREP suitability), risk to the community (e.g., suitability for probation, diversion, or release on bail), and other legal questions. She is a member of the Los Angeles County Panel of Psychiatrists and Psychologists and has also been qualified as an expert in numerous other California counties and jurisdictions in Minnesota and Florida. As of January 2021, she is also accepting Criminal Justice Act (CJA) Federal Court appointments, as well.

Evaluations Testimonials

“Your report was excellent in all respects.” - Private defense attorney in Los Angeles County

“Having read your report, I am of the opinion it is strong in its rationale and conclusions and I am confident it will carry great weight with the court. So thank you for the extensive work you put into it.” - Private defense attorney in Los Angeles County

“As always, you did amazing work. Five stars.” - Private defense attorney in Los Angeles County

“It’s one of the best, most comprehensive NGI reports I’ve ever received.” - Los Angeles County Deputy Public Defender

“In my 10 years in this assignment, I have worked with many psychiatrists and psychologists. She is one of the absolute best I have ever worked with. She is meticulous in her research and investigations. She is extremely articulate, and writes and speaks very persuasively. She is very intelligent and perceptive, as well as very pleasant personally. I also find her to be very diligent and reliable. I have a tremendous amount of confidence in her.” - Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney

Consultation

As a private consultant, Dr. Kafka is available to help attorneys evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a case from a psychological perspective and review the reports of other expert witnesses to inform cross-examination of those experts.

Consultations Testimonials

“Impressive.”

“... extremely knowledgeable and experienced.”

“... knowledgeable, helpful, and organized.”

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Training

As an individual invested in facilitating the professional growth of others and elevating the level of forensic evaluation work, Dr. Kafka is available to provide group trainings and individualized training and consultation to both experienced and early career forensic psychologists and psychiatrists, as well as those considering the transition from clinical to forensic work. She is also available to provide group trainings on the elements of sound forensic reports to aid attorneys in selecting capable evaluators and identifying problematic ones.

Training Testimonials

“Competent, likeable, and engaging … One of the better presentation styles.”

“... a phenomenal job introducing this material.”

“Overall, an excellent training in all respects.”