At 'A Forward Step', our forensic practitioners work with HM Prison Service to undertake psychological assessments of offenders, for example for the purposes of Parole Hearings, or treatment pathway planning.  

Assessments typically include the use of a formal risk assessment tool, such as:

Assessments may also evaluate clinical presentation using tools such as:

Our forensic practitioners provide analytical, succinct and evidence-based assessments regarding families involved in court proceedings.

We work inclusively with individuals or families to explore their understanding of any current difficulties, and listen to their views about how things might change and/or improve in the range of alternate living situations that are under consideration by the court. 

Our assessment reports include a clear account of family history including the parents’ own experience of being parented as well as a description of each child’s experiences with their parent(s) / carer(s).   Formal risk assessments are included using actuarial tools.

At 'A Forward Step', commissioned psycho-legal work takes the form of psychological reports that examine the cognitive, behavioural, emotional, and situational factors relevant to individuals involved in legal proceedings. 

Our reports utilise information from multiple sources, including clinical interview and observations, psychometric testing, case file review, and other relevant background information.  This information is used to prepare a psychological formulation to assist in understanding or explaining aspects of a person's behaviour, and to answer specific questions posed by legal advisors and the courts.