Dr. Felix Sanchez
Felix Sanchez, Psy.D. is a Licensed Psychologist in California (#30964). Dr. Sanchez earned his doctorate in Clinical-Forensic Psychology from the California School of Forensic Studies (CSFS) at Alliant International University. He has training in outpatient, inpatient, correctional, and community mental health settings with individuals experiencing numerous issues, including depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and perceptual difficulties. His research interests include malingering in neuropsychological assessments and juvenile/adult competency to stand trial.
Forensic Evaluations
Dr. Sanchez conducts evaluations in a range of criminal and administrative matters, including but not limited to: (I) Criminal: Competency to Stand Trial and Pre-Trial and Sentencing: Risk Assessment, Diversion, and Mitigation and (II) Administrative/Other: Diagnostic/Treatment Evaluations and Violence Risk Assessment
Expert Testimony and Consultation
Dr. Sanchez provides expert testimony in forensic cases as well as consultation to attorneys, clinicians, and other interested parties.
Clinical Evaluation
Dr. Sanchez also conducts clinical psychological assessments, which may include diagnostic evaluation, assessment of personality and intellectual/cognitive functioning, and additional types of testing to assist in treatment planning and decision-making.
Therapy
Dr. Sanchez works with individuals from various age groups and ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. He uses an eclectic and varied approach to individual therapy, which is adapted to his client's needs.
Bilingual Services (Spanish)
Dr. Sanchez is fluent in the Spanish language, and he conducts therapy and assessments with Spanish-speaking clients. He also provides consultation services to mental health professionals and agencies as well as to legal professionals who are in need of such services from a bilingual psychologist.
El Dr. Sanchez es un psicólogo licensiado en el Estado de California. Habla español y tiene la capacidad de llevar a cabo psicoterapia y evaluaciones con gente de habla Hispana. Tiene experiencia trabajando con personas que sufren de varios problemas psicologicos, incluyendo depresión, bipolaridad, atencion, ansiedad, trauma, y dificultades con la percepción. Ha trabajado con pacientes hospitalizados/encarcelados y clientes de centros de salud mental en la comunidad.
El Dr. Sanchez realiza psicoterapia individual de forma eclectica con personas de distintos grupos y se esfuerza por ayudar a sus clientes a encontrar soluciones para sus problemas. También ofrece servicios de consulta a profesionales de salud mental y a los profesionales del derecho, si necesitan los servicios de un psicólogo bilingüe. En particular, el Dr. Sanchez realiza evaluaciones clinicos y forense, incluyendo para clarificar diagnosis, competencia de ser juzgado, riesgo de violencia, y desviacion de salud mental.