Forensic Behavioural Analysis & Credibility Assessment

While we are highly experienced in forensic polygraph examinations, our services encompass a broader suite of scientific assessments. We specialise in investigative psychology, including behavioural analysis and case consultation, cyber psychology, statement analysis, and independent expert witness reports for legal and disciplinary proceedings.

Our approach is grounded in forensic psychophysiology, investigative psychology, and peer-reviewed research. Rather than relying on a single method, we use a multi-modal framework that may include behavioural analysis, cognitive interviewing, linguistic statement evaluation, and advanced physiological monitoring to provide objective, evidence-based insights.

We provide solicitors, barristers, and legal teams with independent expert reports, behavioural analysis, and objective evaluation of disputed evidence. Each instruction is scoped through clear terms of reference, with methodology, limitations, and findings set out in a format suitable for professional review. Our insights help inform case strategy, evaluate witness or client accounts, and provide robust psychological perspectives for tribunals, family courts, and disciplinary hearings.

We support therapists and clinical settings by providing specialised assessments that aid in understanding complex client behaviours, managing risk, and supporting treatment programmes. This includes therapeutic credibility assessments and behavioural analysis that complement ongoing clinical work and rehabilitation. Our input is designed to support, not replace, clinical judgement, safeguarding duties, or therapeutic decision-making.

We offer confidential support for corporate misconduct, internal fraud, employee theft, and insider risk. Our forensic assessments help HR departments and in-house legal teams navigate sensitive investigations, ensuring that conclusions are reached fairly, ethically, and based on objective behavioural evidence.

Statement Analysis is the systematic linguistic and content evaluation of written or verbal accounts. It is used to identify areas of concern, inconsistency, or omission within a narrative. This method is particularly valuable for investigating disputed evidence and guiding further lines of enquiry without relying solely on physiological measures.

Cyber Psychology applies psychological principles to understand behaviour in digital environments. In a forensic context, we analyse online behaviour, digital risk, cyber-enabled conduct, and online harms to provide insight into cases where digital footprints or online misconduct are central to the investigation.

The admissibility of specific evidence varies by jurisdiction and the context of the case. While polygraph results are not routinely admitted in UK criminal courts, they can be highly valuable in family proceedings, employment tribunals, and case strategy. Our broader psychological reports, behavioural analyses, and investigative findings are prepared to high professional standards and can support legal submissions or expert testimony where permitted.

Every instruction begins with a confidential case review to assess suitability and define the scope. We then agree clear terms of reference before conducting a structured assessment, whether that involves investigative psychology, statement analysis, or a forensic examination. Finally, we provide a comprehensive report detailing our methodology, findings, limitations, and relevance to the instructed issue.

Yes. Enquiries, consultations, instructions, examination data, and reports are handled in strict confidence and in accordance with UK data protection requirements. Reports are released only to the instructing party or authorised professional representatives unless disclosure is required by law or safeguarding obligations. Further information is available in our privacy policy.

Timeframes depend on the complexity of the matter, the availability of relevant materials, and whether an examination, case consultation, or expert report is required. Urgent matters can usually be triaged quickly, and we will confirm realistic timescales before accepting the instruction.

We usually need a brief confidential summary of the issue, the purpose of the assessment, any relevant deadlines, the professional context, and any known medical, psychological, safeguarding, or legal considerations. This allows us to assess suitability, identify limitations, and define clear terms of reference.

Yes. We decline instructions where an assessment would be coercive, unsafe, unethical, outside our competence, medically or psychologically unsuitable, or unlikely to produce reliable and meaningful findings. Suitability screening protects the individual being assessed and the integrity of the final opinion.