Topic: Psychological, Psychosexual, and Psychiatric Evaluations for the Courts

The presenters will compare and contrast the three types of evaluations and discuss the benefits and limitations of each. We will provide information about how best to prepare clients for evaluations. The information in the final report will be explained, as well as helpful tips for making the referral and using the recommendations.

Speakers: Dr. Leah Osborn and Dr. Amber Lindeman

Dr. Leah Osborn is a Clinical Psychologist with forensic training who owns a specialty clinic focusing on forensic evaluations in Minnesota. She has extensive experience in psychological evaluation, program development, and treatment in state hospital, correctional, school, and private practice settings. Dr. Osborn conducts psychological evaluations for Family, District, and Federal Courts regarding a variety of criminal and civil referral questions. Her clients have included adolescents and adults with wide ranging issues, such as trauma, problematic violent or threatening behaviors, social difficulties, and personality disorders. She provides Wellness Checks for area law enforcement agencies and other first responders. Additionally, she is an active member of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) and conducts comprehensive risk assessments for area schools as part of their threat assessment teams. Dr. Osborn is passionate about providing training for professionals.

Dr. Amber Lindeman completed her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology in 2006 and obtained her license as a Psychologist in 2007.

Dr. Lindeman has accumulated a wealth of experience in the field, having worked within the Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP), served as a Clinical Supervisor at the Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF)-Red Wing with juvenile sex offenders, and spent eight years as a Psychologist at MCF-Lino Lakes in the Sex Offender Treatment Program (SOTP). Since 2018, she has transitioned into private practice, specializing in Psychosexual Evaluations and various forms of civil commitment. Alongside evaluations, Dr. Lindeman has facilitated group and individual therapy sessions for individuals within the criminal justice system, addressing both substance use issues and sex offense-specific concerns.

Remote attendance only.

• Member Cost: Free
• Non-Member Cost: $15

CLE credit has been applied for this session.

Please RSVP by May 5, 2025.

Sponsored by: Family Law Sectional

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Amanda Bean at amandab@hllawfirm.com.