Growing up in rural as well as inner-city environments, throughout which he had limited access to resources, Dr. Lewis is a clinical and forensic psychologist who possesses intimate knowledge about the experiences of many of the individuals he serves. He holds expertise in court-related, psychological assessment, as well as the delivery of mental health services in acute, residential, community, correctional, and military environments. 

 

In particular, Dr. Lewis has served as a consultant for court personnel and various industry leaders and has performed court-ordered evaluations for justice-involved adolescents and adults.

 

His approach to evaluation and assessment places special emphasis on case conceptualization from an ecological systems perspective, thereby leading to the procurement of real-world, individual-specific recommendations. Equally, Dr. Lewis is committed to following the truth wherever it may lead. His foremost research pertains to best practices as well as innovations for the delivery of jail-based competency restoration services. Dr. Lewis is licensed in multiple states and is an expert witness for the Juvenile, State, and Federal Courts.