Clinical and Forensic Psychiatric Services, P.C.

Clinical & Forensic
Psychiatric Services, P.C.

Expert forensic psychiatric evaluation, litigation support, and clinical consultation grounded in evidence-based practice and academic rigor.

Stephen Weiner, MD

Board-Certified • Psychiatry • Forensic Psychiatry

Rigorous Analysis,
Clear Communication

Dr. Stephen Weiner is a board-certified psychiatrist and forensic psychiatrist with extensive experience across inpatient, consult-liaison, emergency, correctional, and forensic settings. His practice integrates clinical expertise with a thorough understanding of the legal system.

With clinical experience spanning the San Francisco Department of Public Health, Alameda Health System, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, and the UC Davis Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship, Dr. Weiner brings a broad and nuanced perspective to every case.

Dr. Weiner has authored peer-reviewed publications in the Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law and Academic Psychiatry, and has presented at national conferences including the annual meeting of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law.

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Board Certified — Psychiatry American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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Board Certified — Forensic Psychiatry American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship University of California, Davis
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Psychiatry Residency Kaiser Permanente, Oakland Medical Center
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Doctor of Medicine Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
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Licensed Physician & Surgeon Medical Board of California

Areas of Practice

Comprehensive forensic psychiatric evaluation and clinical consultation for attorneys, courts, agencies, and individuals.

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Criminal Forensic Evaluations

Competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility (insanity), mental state at the time of offense, violence risk assessment, sentencing mitigation, and sexually violent predator evaluations.

02

Civil Forensic Evaluations

Personal injury and emotional distress, disability and fitness-for-duty evaluations, medical malpractice, testamentary capacity, guardianship and conservatorship, and traumatic brain injury assessments.

03

Expert Witness Testimony

Deposition and trial testimony in criminal and civil matters. Clear, well-organized presentation of complex psychiatric concepts for judges and juries.

04

Litigation Consultation

Case review and analysis, record review, consultation with attorneys on psychiatric issues, and assistance with case strategy involving mental health questions.

05

Clinical Consultation

Diagnostic clarification, treatment recommendations, consult-liaison psychiatry, and second opinions for complex psychiatric cases.

06

Malingering & Validity Assessment

Assessment of symptom validity, detection of malingered psychiatric conditions including posttraumatic stress disorder, and evaluation of response style in clinical and forensic contexts.

Selected Works

Peer-reviewed research and scholarly contributions to the field of forensic psychiatry.

Insights from California on Involuntary Commitment for Substance Use
Weiner S, Bal B, Hirschtritt M, Barnard A. Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, 52(3), 338–346, 2024.
A Brief, Seminar-Based Introduction to Forensic Psychiatry
Hirschtritt M, Weiner S. Academic Psychiatry Online, 2022.
The Roots of Modern Psychology and Law: A Narrative History
Weiner S. Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law Online, 49(3), 454–456, 2021.

Request a Consultation

Submit your inquiry using the form below or reach out directly. All consultations begin with an initial review to determine how Dr. Weiner may be of assistance.

Practice

Clinical and Forensic Psychiatric Services, P.C.

Service Area

San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, and throughout California. Remote consultations available.

Submitting this form does not create a doctor-patient or expert-retaining party relationship. Please do not include sensitive medical information in your inquiry.

Important Disclaimer

The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, psychiatric advice, diagnosis, or treatment. No doctor-patient relationship is established by your use of this site or by submitting a contact form.

This website and its content are not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or psychiatric condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

If you are experiencing a psychiatric emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. You may also contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 21, 2026  |  Last Updated: March 21, 2026

1. Introduction

Clinical and Forensic Psychiatric Services, P.C. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website, mdpsychconsult.com (the “Site”).

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide: When you submit our contact form, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and any information you include in your message. We do not collect payment information through this Site.

Automatically Collected Information: We may collect standard server log data such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited. We may use cookies or similar technologies for basic site analytics.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to respond to your inquiries, evaluate potential consultations, improve our website, and comply with legal obligations. We do not use your information for marketing purposes without your consent.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information with service providers who assist with website hosting and email delivery, or as required by law, court order, or legal process.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect your information. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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9. Children’s Privacy

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11. Changes to This Policy

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12. Contact

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