Dr. Richard J. Stride, PsyD, LMHC, LPC
Legal Strategy Partner
Expert witness services built for legal strategy.
As a licensed mental health professional in Texas, Colorado, and Washington State as well as a licensed private investigator, I offer attorneys a unique advantage: expert analysis that blends clinical credibility with investigative rigor. I understand what matters in court — and how to present findings that hold up under scrutiny.
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Areas of expertise
See all areasForensic Mental Health & Expert Witness
Expert testimony in civil and criminal matters, including competency, criminal responsibility, risk assessment, and DOC-related cases.
Child Custody & Family Law
Expertise in custody and parent alienation cases, co-parenting capacity, and high-conflict family dynamics.
Teaching & Training
Instructor and speaker on forensic mental health and expert witness preparation.
Six states
Expert testimony experience across six states.
I have worked with clients and attorneys in Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, the Pacific Northwest and the Midwest.
“I have worked with Dr. Stride in all 6 states — I highly recommend Dr. Stride.”
Professional credentials — Dr. Richard J. Stride, PsyD, LMHC, LPC
PsyD — Doctor of Psychology
LMHC — Licensed Mental Health Counselor
LPC — Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Private Investigator — WA, TX
Forensic Behavioral Analyst
Diplomate, National Board of Forensic Evaluators
Testimonials
What my clients say
“The judge cited your declaration a few times, so you saved the case, as I suspected you would.”
“He was responsive and professional and his work helped us prosecute the case for my client. I recommend him!”
“A man of high moral and ethical standards and a model for those seeking the highest professionalism.”
Schedule a consultation today
I look forward to discussing how my experience and approach might serve your specific needs.