Psychology
Dr. Sharon Furman
Background
Dr. Sharon Furman is a Licensed Psychologist and Qualified Medical Examiner in the State of California. She is an experienced expert witness in Clinical and Forensic Psychology, specializing in work-related stress, injuries, and accident cases. She provides objective and impartial opinions, supported by a strong understanding of industry standards.
Services Offered:
- Specializes in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and chronic pain, particularly as they relate to workers’ compensation injuries.
- Expertise includes forensic analysis, litigation support, report writing, evidence review, and expert testimony in deposition and courtroom settings.
- Fluent in French and Hebrew.
- Commitment to timely and thorough report delivery
- Easy scheduling with quick appointment availability
- Comprehensive medical evaluations and detailed reports tailored to meet legal needs
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (awarded September 2000) from the California School of Professional Psychology.
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (awarded May 1998) from the California School of Professional Psychology.
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (minor in philosophy, awarded June 1996) from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
- Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) and Expert Witness for Genesis Psychology Group (July 2025–Present) and Sound Medical Evaluators (August 2025–Present).
- Expert Witness & QME at Barrington Psychiatric Center (March 2007 – March 2024).
- Private Practice since March 2006 (Los Angeles and formerly Paris, France), providing psychotherapy.
- Earlier experience includes roles at community clinics, schools, and university settings, providing supervision, therapy, and psychological testing.