Yan Chan, Psy.D.
Forensic Psychologist | PSY 27283
Attorneys seeking a trusted forensic psychologist and expert witness retain Dr. Yan Chan, Psy.D. for clear, defensible psychological opinions in high-stakes criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings. Based in San Francisco and available throughout California, Dr. Chan is court-appointed in jurisdictions statewide and is privately retained by both defense and prosecution counsel.
Background
Dr. Chan brings extensive experience evaluating individuals across a wide spectrum of commitment offenses — from non-violent matters to capital murder and serious sexual offenses. His doctoral training culminated in an APA-accredited internship at San Quentin State Prison. In a former role with the Board of Parole Hearings' Forensic Assessment Division, he conducted comprehensive risk assessments evaluating individuals for parole suitability in high-stakes cases involving long-term incarceration. He currently serves as a consulting psychologist for the California Department of State Hospitals, conducting sexually violent predator (SVP) evaluations.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Chan's expertise is frequently sought in matters involving:
Competency to stand trial and mental health diversion
Not guilty by reason of insanity (NGI)
Violence risk assessment
Adult and juvenile sexual offense evaluations
Juvenile delinquency and dependency matters
Immigration-related psychological evaluations
Civil and administrative proceedings
He has extensive experience providing expert witness testimony and depositions, including in high-profile criminal trials.
POST Certification
Dr. Chan is certified by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) to conduct pre-employment psychological evaluations for public safety personnel.
Languages
Services are available in English and Cantonese.