Business Details
Your Trusted Psychologist in West Palm Beach, FL
Barbara A Barone, LCSW is a dedicated practice led by Dr. Barbara Ann Barone, a licensed psychologist with over two decades of experience in clinical and forensic psychology. Our practice specializes in comprehensive psychological evaluations, therapy, and forensic services for children, adults, and families. Dr. Barones expertise includes child custody evaluations, juvenile competency assessments, and adult psychological testing, all conducted with adherence to the highest ethical and professional standards. We serve clients in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, and surrounding areas of South Florida, offering personalized treatment plans grounded in evidence-based methodologies. Our services extend to educational assessments for gifted and special education placements, family mediation, and expert court testimony.With a background in child protective services and clinical social work, Dr. Barone brings a multidisciplinary approach to addressing complex mental health and legal challenges. We prioritize client-centered care, focusing on improving daily functioning through cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and other tailored interventions. Our practice also provides forensic evaluations for criminal, civil, and family court cases, ensuring impartial and scientifically informed recommendations. We are committed to transparency, ethical practice, and collaboration with legal and medical professionals to deliver holistic solutions. Whether addressing individual mental health concerns or navigating family legal matters, our goal is to empower clients through expert psychological care and support.
Services
Child Psychological Services
Adult Therapy
Family Mediation
Forensic Evaluations
Educational Assessments
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in clinical and forensic psychology.
- Our team provides impartial, court-compliant child custody evaluations.
- We specialize in juvenile competency assessments and forensic evaluations.
- Personalized treatment plans use evidence-based cognitive-behavioral therapies.
- Serving Palm Beach County and South Florida with ethical, client-centered care.
Services
Child and Adolescent Testing
Comprehensive intellectual and psychological evaluations for children and adolescents, including gifted/special education placements and nonverbal testing. Services address learning disorders, developmental challenges, and behavioral concerns. Assessments include written reports and parent review sessions to guide educational and therapeutic interventions.
Forensic Psychological Evaluations
Expert court-compliant evaluations for criminal, family, and juvenile cases, including competency to stand trial, custody recommendations, and mitigation assessments. Services involve detailed reporting, expert testimony, and adherence to APA and Florida statutory guidelines for impartial, evidence-based findings.
Family Mediation Services
Alternate dispute resolution for divorce and custody matters, focusing on equitable property division and parenting plans. Mediation sessions help families create tailored solutions outside court, with agreements filed legally. Services follow Florida statutes for cost-effective, client-centered outcomes.
Adult Psychological Therapy
Brief, solution-focused therapy for adults using cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and psychodynamic approaches. Services address mental health concerns, pre-surgery evaluations, and substance abuse assessments, with treatment plans emphasizing measurable goals and collaboration with medical teams.
Parenting Coordination
Assistance for high-conflict parents in developing custody arrangements and resolving disputes. Services follow Florida statutes, addressing domestic violence, substance abuse, or mental health impacts. Recommendations prioritize children's best interests through structured, court-ordered coordination.
People
Barbara A. Barone
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Barbara Ann Barone is a Florida-licensed psychologist with 20+ years of experience in clinical and forensic psychology. She specializes in child custody evaluations, juvenile competency assessments, and adult psychological testing. Her background includes work in child protective services and clinical social work, with a doctorate from Carlos Albizu University.
Questions
What services does Palm Beach Psychological Services offer?
We provide psychological evaluations, therapy, and forensic services for children, adults, and families, including custody assessments, competency evaluations, and mediation.
Do you serve areas outside West Palm Beach?
Yes, we serve clients in Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Palm Beach County, Broward County, and surrounding areas in South Florida.
Are your services covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by provider; we recommend contacting your insurance company to verify mental health service benefits and out-of-network reimbursement options.
What is a child custody evaluation?
A court-ordered assessment analyzing parental capabilities and child welfare to recommend custody arrangements following Florida statutes and APA guidelines.
Can you provide expert testimony in court?
Yes, Dr. Barone offers expert psychological testimony in family, civil, and criminal courts, including competency assessments and mitigation evaluations.
