Rebecca
Psychologist, PhD
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Dr. Aponte is a forensic psychologist and owner of Aponte Forensic Psychology, a specialized practice providing forensic psychological evaluations, second opinion case assessments, subject matter expertise / testimony, and trial consultation (jury selection, case conceptualization, cross-examination assistance, closing argument assistance) for criminal attorneys. She has extensive testimony experience in civil and criminal court. Dr. Aponte also has experience testifying before the California Senate and consulting with legislators on issues relevant to mental health and public safety.
Dr. Aponte conducts mental health diversion (PC 1001.36), mitigation, not guilty by reason of insanity (PC 1026 / 1027), trial competence (PC 1368 / 1369), violence risk, resentencing (e.g., Heard and/or Franklin petitions), and sexual recidivism risk (PC 288.1) evaluations. She routinely provides expert witness testimony across the state of California.
Attorneys are encouraged to reach out for a complimentary consultation, where we can discuss your case and determine whether there are likely any relevant mental health, psychosocial, or other considerations that may benefit from my services, or simply to get a fresh perspective on how to approach your case.
Call or Email Rebecca Aponte now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 590-2413
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Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 590-2413
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 30194 Rebecca Aponte
- In Practice for 9 years
- Attended Colorado State University, PhD, Graduated 2017
- Membership with American Psychological Association C2203968043 / 2025
- Certificate from SARATSO Static-99 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
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Rebecca Aponte
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (805) 590-2413
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Forensic Evaluation
- Expert Witness Testimony
- Psychosis
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Antisocial Personality
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Developmental Disorders
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Intellectual Disability
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Testing and Evaluation
- Thinking Disorders
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Forensic Psychology
- Psychological Testing and Evaluation
Rebecca Aponte
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 590-2413