Dr. Self conducts comprehensive child custody evaluations to help courts determine the best interests of a child during divorce or custody disputes. Acting as an objective, neutral expert, she gathers thorough information by interviewing both parents, speaking with the children individually in a supportive setting, and conducting behavioral observations of parent-child interactions. She also reviews essential documents—such as school, medical, and legal records—and consults with collateral sources like teachers or therapists. Ultimately, Dr. Self synthesizes this clinical data into a formal report, offering evidence-based recommendations regarding legal custody, parenting schedules, and tailored coparenting plans.

Dr. Self utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to help clients process and heal from traumatic memories, anxiety, and distressing life experiences. In a structured, supportive environment, she guides clients through an eight-phase protocol that pairs targeted bilateral stimulation—such as side-to-side eye movements, auditory tones, or rhythmic taps—with the recollection of distressing events. This specialized technique stimulates the brain's natural healing mechanisms, re-patterning how traumatic memories are stored in the nervous system. Ultimately, Dr. Self helps clients significantly reduce the emotional charge of past pain, transforming negative self-beliefs into adaptive, empowering insights.

Dr. Self conducts comprehensive clinical evaluations to determine if a client qualifies for legal mental health diversion. Acting as an expert evaluator, she assesses whether a diagnosed mental health condition—such as PTSD, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia—played a significant role in the alleged offense and responds well to treatment. She then synthesizes these findings into a formal, legal-readiness letter for the court. This document clearly outlines the diagnosis, establishes the nexus between the condition and the behavior, and proposes a structured, evidence-based treatment plan, providing judges and attorneys with a viable, rehabilitation-focused alternative to traditional incarceration.

Dr. Self conducts pre-surgical psychological evaluations for patients undergoing a major surgical procedure. The purpose of the evaluation is to determine if there are any psychological contraindications to participating in the procedure.