Understanding Trauma Beyond the Physical
By Dr. Judith Freedman, Psychiatrist and Expert Witness
Posted 09 May 2024
8 Minute Read

Tags:
- Psychological Trauma
- PTSD Litigation
- Mental Health Negligence
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Emotional Injury Claims
Expert Disciplines:
- Psychiatry
About The Author

Dr. Judith Freedman
Psychiatrist and Expert Witness
Dr. Judith Freedman is a highly experienced psychiatrist and expert witness, specialising in complex PTSD, trauma, and abuse-related cases. A Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, she has given evidence across family, civil, and criminal courts. Formerly Psychiatrist in Charge at McLean Hospital’s Adolescent Unit and an instructor at Harvard Medical School, she brings both clinical depth and academic rigour to her assessments. Dr. Freedman also convenes the Consortium of Expert Witnesses to the Family Courts, contributing to legal standards in psychiatric evaluations.
For medico-legal enquiries or to request her CV, she can be reached at judithfreedman@inneg.co.uk.
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