Legal Disclaimer

Dr. Tolbert Is Not an Attorney

Dr. Tolbert is a licensed psychologist, not an attorney. She does not provide legal advice, legal representation, or legal opinions. Any discussion of legal concepts, case strategy, or litigation processes is provided from a forensic psychology perspective only and should not be construed as legal counsel. Clients and attorneys should rely on their own qualified legal counsel for all legal matters.

No Psychotherapist-Patient Privilege

Dr. Tolbert's litigation consulting services do not create a psychotherapist-patient relationship. There is no psychotherapist-patient privilege in the consulting context. When Dr. Tolbert is retained through an attorney as a litigation consultant, communications are protected under attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine, not psychotherapist-patient privilege. Individuals who contact Dr. Tolbert directly (not through an attorney) should be aware that those communications may not be privileged.

No Professional Relationship

Visiting this website, submitting a consultation request form, or reading the content does NOT create a psychologist-patient relationship, psychotherapist-patient relationship, or attorney-client privileged relationship. A professional relationship is only established through a signed written agreement.

Not a Substitute for Professional Advice

Content on this website is educational only and should NOT be used as a substitute for:

• Professional psychological or psychiatric care
• Legal advice from a licensed attorney
• Medical advice from a physician
• Crisis intervention or emergency services

No Guarantee of Results

Case outcomes depend on many factors including jurisdiction, specific facts, quality of legal representation, and judicial discretion. Dr. Tolbert cannot and does not guarantee specific outcomes in any legal matter.

Jurisdictional Limitations

Dr. Tolbert is licensed to practice psychology in Florida. Expert witness testimony requires qualification in each jurisdiction. Litigation consultation services are available nationwide, but testimony is subject to state-specific licensing and court qualification requirements.

Emergency Situations

This website and Dr. Tolbert's services are NOT for emergency situations. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, experiencing a mental health crisis, or contemplating self-harm:

• Call 911 immediately
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
• Crisis Text Line: Text "HELLO" to 741741
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
• Go to your nearest emergency room

Educational Content Disclaimer

Articles, guides, and resources on narcissistic abuse, parental alienation, and high-conflict custody are provided for educational purposes. This information:

• Should not be used for self-diagnosis
• Does not replace professional psychological assessment
• May not apply to your specific situation
• Is not a substitute for working with qualified professionals

Testimonials & Case Examples

Any testimonials or case examples on this website are:

• Provided with permission or with identifying information removed
• Not necessarily representative of all client experiences
• Not a guarantee of similar results in other cases
• Subject to many variables including jurisdiction and case facts

Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or organizations. These links are provided for convenience only. Dr. Tolbert does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, accuracy, or practices of external sites.

Confidentiality Limits

While we take confidentiality seriously, please be aware:

• Email and website forms are NOT completely secure methods of communication
• Do not send sensitive clinical information via unsecured email
• Confidentiality has legal and ethical limitations (mandatory reporting, court orders, etc.)
• Information shared before a formal professional relationship is established may not be protected

Expert Witness Services

When retained as an expert witness:

• Dr. Tolbert provides professional opinions based on assessment, records review, and forensic psychological standards
• Expert testimony is subject to cross-examination and judicial scrutiny
• The court determines the weight and credibility given to expert testimony
• Dr. Tolbert cannot guarantee how testimony will be received or what the case outcome will be

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dr. Kristin Tolbert and Child Custody Consulting shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website or reliance on its content.

Changes to This Disclaimer

We reserve the right to modify this disclaimer at any time. Continued use of this website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated disclaimer.

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