Welcome
Dr. Finney is a licensed psychologist in Denver. There are two major foci in her practice: clinical and forensic. Clinical psychology refers to treatment in the form of psychotherapy. People come to therapy for a variety of reasons, from managing life stressors to dealing with trauma or biologically based mental illness. Many have relationship or identity issues. Any level of concern or discomfort is a valid reason to seek help. Most issues can be treated with psychotherapy or medication or a combination of both. Dr. Finney is not able to prescribe medications, but she will work with a psychiatrist on your behalf if medication is required. She treats children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Forensic Psychology refers to issues involving the law and the legal system. The courts often turn to mental health professionals to help them make decisions about a myriad of issues. Forensic evaluations are psychological evaluations that are tailored to answer a specific legal question. Dr. Finney is hired by attorneys or individual parties for forensic evaluations. These evaluations involve multiple interviews and specific assessment tools. Scientific research guides the evaluation process and testimony, if required. Not all cases require court testimony. Dr. Finney has testified in all district courts in the Denver metropolitan area and throughout the state. She has been appointed by judges, and hired by both prosecutors and defense attorneys in criminal cases; claimants and defense attorneys in personal injury cases, and all parties involved in family law. Courts have consistently found her testimony to be reliable and relevant.
Dr. Finney’s educational credentials include a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from the University of Colorado (1979), a Masters degree in Agency Counseling from the University of Northern Colorado (1986), and a Doctorate Degree in Professional Psychology from the University of Denver (1991). She is licensed in the state of Colorado. She has extensive work experience over the past 25 years including private practice, and working in a variety of settings: educational, hospital, mental health center, detention, residential day treatment. She has taught and supervised graduate students, provided training for staff in adolescent treatment facilities, and presented at conferences on a wide variety of issues.
Dr. Finney is happy to discuss your treatment or evaluation needs. She can be contacted by telephone at 303-790-5976 or by email at (terri@drfinney.com)