About Dr. Kristin Russell
Forensic Assessment
Comprehensive forensic risk assessments for adolescents and adults involved in the justice system across Alberta and British Columbia, including sexual-offence-related cases.
Adolescents and adults involved in the justice system, with specialized expertise in cases involving sexual offences, across Alberta and British Columbia.
In coordination with legal counsel, each assessment will include a comprehensive clinical interview covering your personal, psychological, and relevant forensic history along with a thorough file review and gathering of other relevant information. A detailed written report is prepared summarizing history, mental health, and risk related findings and recommendations.
Forensic assessments are conducted virtually and typically involve two to three interview sessions totalling several hours of interview time, in addition to time for review of collateral records and report preparation. The exact length varies depending on the complexity and scope of the referral question. The average assessment requires between 20 to 25 hours to complete.
Forensic Intervention
Evidence-based forensic interventions, including sexual-offence–specific treatment, pre-sentence counselling, anger management, and support for compulsive sexual behaviours.
Individuals requiring pre-sentence counselling, sexual-offence–specific treatment
Sessions are structured and goal-oriented, drawing on evidence-based approaches tailored to your specific needs. We will work collaboratively to understand the behaviours or concerns that brought you to treatment, develop strategies for change, and build skills to support long-term wellbeing and risk management.
Sessions are offered individually and conducted virtually. A standard session is 50 minutes. The number of sessions varies depending on the nature of the intervention and your individual goals and risk management needs.
General Assessment
Mental health assessments supporting diagnosis (e.g., depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, addictions, personality disorders), including cognitive screening when appropriate.
Individuals seeking mental health assessment to support accurate diagnosis (e.g., depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, addictions, personality disorders) or as a tool for personal insight, growth, and navigating life changes.
A review of personal history and current symptoms to support accurate diagnosis.
General mental health assessments are conducted virtually and typically involve one or more clinical interview sessions along with standardized questionnaires. A written summary of findings and recommendations is provided upon completion.
General Intervention
Counselling for a range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Individuals seeking counselling for mental health concerns including: <br/><ul><li>Depression</li></li>Anxiety</li><li>Obsessive Compulsive Disorder</li><li>Compulsive Sexual Behavior</li></ul>
We will begin by exploring your current concerns, personal history, and goals for treatment. From there, sessions focus on building practical skills and insight using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and other treatment modalities tailored to your needs. Progress is reviewed regularly to ensure treatment remains aligned with your goals.
Sessions are offered individually and conducted virtually. A standard session is 50 minutes. Session frequency and total number are determined collaboratively based on your needs and goals.