Dr. Forrest specializes in Trauma, Chronic Pain, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Depression Disorders with and without suicidal ideation, Chemical and Non-Chemical Dependencies and Life Transitions. She is also experienced in conducting Psychological Evaluations and Treatment Planning. She is certified by the California Division of Workers' Compensation as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). She is also extremely proficient with Psychological Assessments utilizing up to date diagnostic measures to assist in evaluating treatment options and potential outcomes. She is a qualified Medical Hypnotherapist and an expert in Biofeedback.
Dr. Forrest has worked extensively with private and public facilities. She has held several Clinical positions, including: Director of Psychological Services; Director of Psychological Pain Services; Director of Women Services, and Associate Director of Partial Hospitalization with for-profit psychiatric hospitals. This experience has given her valued insight into all aspects of mental health which she utilizes to help with her clients.
