Dr. Chan is a licensed forensic psychologist in California who is fluent in English and Chinese. He brings extensive experience from years of clinical training in juvenile and adult institutional settings, where he has evaluated and treated individuals involved in a wide spectrum of commitment offenses – from non-violent offenses, to more serious offenses such as capital murder and serious sexual offenses. His doctoral training culminated in the completion of an APA-accredited internship at San Quentin State Prison.

Drawing on years of experience working with individuals with complex psychiatric and personality profiles, Dr. Chan has conducted countless forensic evaluations in criminal matters. His expertise is frequently sought in cases involving competency, insanity, mental health diversion, and sexual offenses such as rape, child sexual abuse, and child pornography. In his former role as a forensic psychologist for the Board of Parole’s Forensic Assessment Division, he conducted a substantial number of comprehensive risk assessments evaluating individuals for parole suitability in high-stakes cases involving long-term incarceration. In addition to his criminal work, Dr. Chan provides forensic psychological services in civil and administrative contexts, including tort claims and professional licensing board proceedings.

Dr. Chan currently serves as a court-appointed forensic expert in jurisdictions throughout California and is also privately retained by counsel in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings. He has extensive experience providing expert witness testimony and depositions, including high-profile criminal trials. In addition,  he serves as a consulting psychologist for the Department of State Hospitals where he conducts sexually violent predator (SVP) evaluations.

Dr. Chan is also certified by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) to conduct pre-employment psychological evaluations for public safety personnel.

Whether you need a trusted forensic evaluator, a seasoned expert witness, or an experienced consultant for high-stakes litigation, Dr. Chan offers professional, balanced, and evidence-based psychological expertise.

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