Introducing FCG, a specialised forensic practice.
Our approach
Our team of 16 highly qualified psychologists with Master's and Doctoral level degrees provides top-tier psycholegal assessments and reports for the Court/Tribunals and specialized psychological treatment services to forensic clients.
Our goal is to identify, explain, and minimize the impact of mental health factors on past, current, and future legal proceedings and to develop targeted plans to reduce risks and potential further involvement with the legal system. We are committed to delivering the highest level of service possible, whether online or in person. We are confident that our professionals can meet your specific needs and provide you with the best possible outcome.
Our Services
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Psycholegal | Forensic
We provide psycholegal assessments and reports for both criminal and civil litigation cases across various matters.
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Treatment
FCG treatment service supports clients during and after their legal involvement to reduce mental health impact and assist in rebuilding their lives.
Specializing in Forensic Reports & Assessments
FCG provides professional assistance to prepare psycholegal reports that are admissible in Court. Our team is highly skilled and experienced in this field, and we pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality of service to our clients and have been retained by many top tier law firms in Australia.
In addition, we can provide access to expert professionals who offer individualized psychological treatment to support individuals throughout their legal process and beyond, with the utmost care and discretion. Our psychologists have specific expertise in supporting clients in criminal cases, family law matters, survivors of institutional abuse and personal injury, and those with immigration difficulties.
All appointments may be conducted remotely via secure videolink or in person at our Melbourne, Brisbane, or Sydney office in private rooms.
In-person and remote options
Our preference is to conduct assessments and treatment remotely via secure videoconference, as it is most convenient and time-efficient, and clients report finding it more comfortable to be in their own environment, which assists the process. The videolink is easily accessible from any device with an internet connection and a camera.
Prefer face-to-face? Our office is conveniently located in Melbourne CBD, and we have additional availability for appointments in Sydney, Brisbane/Gold Coast/Sunshine Coast region, Canberra, and Tasmania.
*Please note that our physical office is only attended for scheduled face-to-face appointments and is not otherwise staffed.
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Meet the Team
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Carla Ferrari | Director - Forensic Psychologist
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Naomi Cameron | Clinical Team Leader- Forensic Psychologist
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Dr Hannah Dawson | Forensic Psychologist
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Laura Fleming | Forensic Psychologist
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Shaye Elia | Forensic Psychologist
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Miriam Latif | Psychologist (Forensic Registrar)
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Rebecca Fakhri | Psychologist (Returning late 2026)
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Dani Kocic | Psychologist
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Alessia Mattia | Psychologist
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Jane Bidjossian | Psychologist
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Andrea McNeill | Psychologist
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Erin Cutler | Psychologist
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Dr Therese Ellis-Smith | Forensic Psychologist
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Brooke Simpson | Psychologist (Clinical Registrar)
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Courtney Steffens | Clinical Psychologist
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Felicity Riddle | Clinical Psychologist
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Administration Team