knowledge and expertise in forensic psychology
Ph: 978-806-0451
About Merrimack Valley Forensic Services
Andrea Buonaugurio, Psy.D.
Dr. Buonaugurio is a licensed clinical psychologist and Designated Forensic Psychologist. She has a Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and earned her doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialty track in Forensics from William James College. Dr. Buonaugurio completed her predoctoral internship at Rutgers University, where she gained familiarity with the correctional system and experience in forensics while working on the mental health unit of both male and female prisons. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship with William James College’s Child and Adolescent Forensic Evaluation Service. Dr. Buonaugurio went on to work at Bridgewater State Hospital, where she continued her forensic work as a Unit Psychologist. Dr. Buonaugurio worked in the Adult Court Clinic for both district and superior courts (2016 – 2022), gaining extensive experience conducting evaluations and testifying as an expert on evaluations related to competence to stand trial, criminal responsibility, aid in sentencing, mental health and substance abuse. She has several years of experience in conducting private evaluations through her work at Psychological Consulting Services, LLC. She is currently licensed in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Services
Aid in Sentencing
Competency to Stand Trial
Competency to understand Miranda warning/Voluntariness
Criminal Responsibility
Need for civil commitment regarding mental illness/substance abuse
Mental Illness and Substance Abuse Consultations
Trusted and Compassionate Environment
Seeking out an expert can be overwhelming at times and a great deal rests on the fit of the client with the evaluator. Dr. Buonaugurio strives to create a professional but comfortable environment in which the client can feel at ease in the already stressful situation that comes along with court involvement.
Contact
Feel free to contact and set up your appointment today!
In person and virtual appointments available.
Merrimack Valley Forensic Services
Ph: (978) 806 - 0451 Fax: (781) 825 - 1012
Hours
Open today | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm |
