Psychology Expert Witness Reports

Medico-Legal Work

Are you looking for a psychology expert witness report or a medico-legal psychological assessment?
I am Dr C. Comfort Shields, an HCPC-Registered Consultant Clinical Psychologist, with clinical training at Yale School of Medicine. Based in London’s Harley Street Medical District, I provide comprehensive medico-legal reports and expert witness testimony nationwide, both in person and online.

I specialise in trauma and PTSD, including accident and injury cases, as well as sexual abuse, sexual violence, molestation, and rape. My work is exclusively with adults (18+).

What I Provide

• Psychology expert witness written reports and medico-legal written assessments

• CICA assessments (Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority)

• Accident and injury / personal injury written reports

• PTSD diagnosis and severity assessments, including prognosis and treatment recommendations

• Independent, evidence-based psychological opinion for solicitors and insurers

Specialist Areas

• Adult survivors of rape, sexual abuse, sexual violence, and molestation

• Road traffic accidents, workplace accidents, slips and falls

• Complex trauma and PTSD

• Psychological consequences of trauma: anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance, dissociation

Assessment Methodology

Every assessment is rigorous, trauma-informed, and tailored to the instruction. I combine structured clinical interviewing with validated psychometric tools such as:

• CAPS-5 (Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale)

• PCL-5, IES-R

• PHQ-9, GAD-7

• WSAS, WHODAS 2.0

Where relevant, I review collateral information (medical or legal documents) and provide a clear, evidence-based opinion on diagnosis, causation, prognosis, and treatment.

The Instruction Process

1. Initial enquiry – Share your draft letter of instruction and timelines.

2. Scope & quote – I provide a clear quotation, with expedited options available.

3. Assessment – Conducted in Harley Street or via secure video nationwide.

4. Report – A clear, professional medico-legal report including diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment recommendations.

5. Rapid reports within 3-5 days are available.

Why Instruct Dr Shields?

• Harley Street practice with nationwide availability

• HCPC-Registered Clinical Psychologist; Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol); Associate Fellow (AFBPsS); MBACP

• Oxford (MPhil) and Yale training background

• Trauma and PTSD specialist; advanced EMDR training

• Extensive expertise with adult survivors of sexual violence

• Prompt, transparent, and independent reports

Coverage & Timescales

I work with solicitors and organisations across the UK. Assessments can be arranged at short notice, with reports typically delivered within agreed deadlines. Both in-person and online appointments are available.

Fees

Quotations are provided on receipt of a draft letter of instruction and case papers.

• Fixed-fee options for standard CICA assessments £1500

• Standard Medico-Legal Assessment and Report (typically 15-25 pages) £2400

• Hourly rates for complex instructions £250

FAQs

Do you work with children?
No. I work exclusively with adults (18+).

Can you provide therapy or EMDR?
Yes, I do. However, to maintain independence, I do not provide therapy to individuals where I am instructed as the expert.

What documents do you require?
Letter of instruction, relevant medical/legal papers, witness statements, and any prior reports or GP records.

Do you cover medical negligence or criminal responsibility?
I focus on CICA and personal injury/trauma cases.

Make an Enquiry

📧 Email: info@comfortshieldspractice.com
📍 4 Devonshire Street, Harley Street Medical District, London