AAFP Live Online Workshop Series
September 2026
Two days of advanced forensic psychology training presented in partnership with the American Academy of Forensic Psychology. From insanity defense assessment to forensic report writing, sharpen the skills that define expert practice.
The workshops
Two days of focused, expert-led training
These two workshops address complementary dimensions of forensic practice: the conceptual foundation for criminal responsibility evaluations, and the communication skills needed to convey those findings effectively.
From Precedent to Practice: Evolving Standards and Functional Assessment of Insanity Defense Constructs
Maureen Reardon, PhD, ABPP
September 24, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM Pacific
Traces the evolution of insanity-defense jurisprudence to contextualize modern legal standards within a robust conceptual framework for evaluating even the most complex case presentations.
- Describe the influence of British case law on U.S. insanity standards
- Describe 3 landmark SCOTUS decisions with implications for current insanity laws
- Describe modern insanity constructs of nature, quality, wrongfulness, and volitional control
Reader Friendly Forensic Report Writing
Sebastian Rilen, Psy.D., LP, ABPP
September 25, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Pacific
Introduces a reader-friendly approach to forensic report writing that enhances clarity, reduces unnecessary complexity, and improves the accessibility of evaluation findings for legal stakeholders.
- Describe the empirical basis for reader-friendly forensic report writing
- Describe common barriers to accessibility for diverse readers in traditional reports
- Describe structural changes to improve narrative flow and reduce redundancy
- Describe formatting, visual, and language adjustments to enhance readability
- Describe appropriate applications of AI tools in forensic writing workflows
Your presenters
Board-certified forensic psychologists
Both presenters hold ABPP board certification in forensic psychology and bring decades of combined experience in criminal responsibility evaluations, forensic assessment, and professional training.
Maureen Reardon, PhD, ABPP
Board-Certified Forensic Psychologist
Over 20 years of experience conducting comprehensive forensic evaluations. Former Federal Bureau of Prisons forensic evaluation program director. Currently operates a national forensic practice specializing in complex criminal responsibility cases, including capital cases. Co-authoring the updated volume on criminal responsibility in the Oxford Best Practices Series. Current Chair of In-Person CE Workshops for AAFP.
Sebastian Rilen, Psy.D., LP, ABPP
Board-Certified Forensic Psychologist
Ten years with the State of Minnesota conducting competency, criminal responsibility, and risk assessment evaluations. Founder of Streamline Forensics. Serves as Vice Chair of the Minnesota Board of Psychology, Social Media Coordinator for AAFP, and board member for both ABPPF and ABFP.
Presented in partnership with AAFP
The American Academy of Forensic Psychology is a non-profit organization of board-certified forensic psychologists whose mission is to contribute to the development and maintenance of forensic psychology as a specialized field of study, research, and practice. The Academy provides high-quality continuing education workshops and a forum for the exchange of scientific information among its members.
Learn more about our partnership →Who this is for
Forensic practitioners at every career stage
From predoctoral trainees building foundational knowledge to experienced evaluators refining advanced skills, these workshops meet you where you are.
Forensic psychologists and psychiatrists
Board-certified or certification-seeking professionals conducting criminal responsibility, competency, and risk evaluations.
Doctoral-level providers and trainees
Advanced predoctoral trainees and early-career professionals seeking deeper grounding in criminal responsibility evaluation and forensic writing.
Criminal justice consultants
Professionals who consult with legal teams, courts, or agencies on forensic mental health questions and work product quality.
Practitioners in forensic settings
Clinicians working in state hospitals, correctional facilities, court clinics, or private forensic practices who produce forensic reports.
Register once, attend both
Two workshops, one registration
Register once for both September workshops. Your single enrollment covers two days of live, interactive training with two board-certified forensic psychologists and 6.5 CE hours.
- Both live workshops (Sept 24 & 25)
- 6.5 total CE/CPD hours
- Live via Zoom with interactive Q&A
- Approved for psychologists, social workers, counselors
Sharpen the skills that define expert forensic practice
Two workshops. Two board-certified presenters. 6.5 CE hours. Join us September 24 & 25 for advanced training in criminal responsibility assessment and forensic report writing, presented in partnership with AAFP.
Register Now — $350Both workshops · 6.5 CE hours · Live via Zoom · Sept 24 & 25, 2026
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
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Here's how it works:
- Click "register" on any enrollment button above
- Select the total number of seats needed
- Choose your payment method. We accept credit/debit card, ACH bank transfer, and Buy Now Pay Later
- Complete payment at checkout
- After payment is complete, the purchaser will receive an email with invitation links to share with each participant, along with a receipt showing the order details, seat count, total, and tax breakdown
What is the cancellation policy?
CE/CPD credit details
Approved by the boards that matter to your license
Palo Alto University, Continuing & Professional Studies (CONCEPT) maintains sponsorship and approval with the following boards and agencies.
Sponsorship approvals
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB ACE #1480)
- Canadian Psychological Association (CPA)
- National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC ACEP #7190)
State recognitions
- NY State Board for Psychology (#PSY-0103)
- NY State Board for Social Work (#SW-0356)
- NY State Board for Mental Health Counselors (#MHC-0073)
State and provincial regulatory boards have final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for CE credit.