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Engels Psychological Services, Inc is comprised of highly trained, experienced, and expert clinical and forensic professionals who are dedicated to providing quality services within time sensitive deadlines. We understand the nuances of forensic mental health within the legal system, and the importance of law and ethics. When choosing us, you're choosing unbiased, objective, and evidenced based results.

About The Founder.

My name is Dr. Tristin Engels and I am a licensed Clinical Forensic Psychologist, published author, expert presenter for true crime documentaries, and granddaughter of Louis R. Vitullo, the co-inventor of the first sexual assault evidence collection kit. My. grandfather was my inspiration to go into this field; because of him, I understood the flaws within our system that needed to be addressed. Now, I am dedicated to helping reduce recidivism, prioritize mental health care, and emphasize the importance of rehabilitation within our justice system. .

Dr. Tristin Engels's Education and Accomplishments

2001-2005

Bachelor of Science
University of Illinois at Chicago

Obtained my B.S. in Psychology. During my time as an undergraduate student, I volunteered at a local animal shelter, and I worked with my professor on a research study regarding the effects of immediate counseling intervention on reducing sexual risk behaviors of newly diagnosed HIV+ adults.

2009-2013

Doctorate
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Received by doctorate degree in Clinical Forensic Psychology. During my time as a graduate student, I provided mental health services to newly discharged military members, I learned from LA County Gang unit, and I assisted newly paroled adults in job readiness. My pre-doctoral internship was with the County of Santa Barbara where I conducted forensic mental health batteries for juvenile courts. My post-doctoral internship was with AB109 Probation where I did clinical case management for individuals on AB109.

Publication

September 4, 2020. "The Power of Truth: The Life of Louis R. Vitullo and the Legacy of the Rape Kit." Genius Books Publishing.

I wrote a book about my grandfather. He was a Chicago police Sergeant turned Chief Analyst of the Chicago Crime Lab. He was in Time Magazine for his work on Richard Speck, he was called out of retirement for John Wayne Gacy, and he co-invented the rape kit. I donate a portion of sales to efforts of ending the backlog of untested rape kits.