DR FANNY BLACK

Forensic Psychological Assessment and Opinions in Criminal and Civil Proceedings

I am a HCPC Registered Forensic Psychologist currently running an established private practice. I further hold the post of Honorary Lecturer in the Psychology Department at the Institute of Psychiatry in London, and am a Personal Tutor for the Clinical Forensic Psychology Masters students at Kings College London. 

As an independent expert, I prepare around 130 reports per year for the Family and Criminal Courts, commenting upon psychological issues pertinent to offending for Court purposes. 

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I was previously appointed as a Senior Forensic Psychologist in Forensic Services of the South London nd Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, and have held specialist roles across various settings including liaison psychiatry, prison, secure hospitals, adult cut and secure CAMHS services. 

I have several years' experience in assessing and treating violent offenders and sex offenders with and without formal disorder, and have experience in the assessment and treatment of extreme trauma, as well as conducting assessments in matters of asylum. 

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I have an undergraduate degree from City University London, a Masters degree from University College London, and a Doctorate in Forensic Psychology from the University of Birmingham.