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About

Dr. Dorothy Novitskie

Licensed Psychologist

 

New Jersey (# 5474)

New York (# 021114)o

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M.A., Forensic Psychology - John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Ph.D., Clinical Psychology - Fairleigh Dickinson University

Dr. Novitskie's career has spanned almost two decades largely within clinical-forensic and outpatient settings. She has provided assessment and clinical care to clients across the lifespan, ranging from early childhood to those faced with end-of-life difficulties. Dr. Novitskie has extensive training and experience in conducting clinical and forensic mental health evaluations, focused on addressing various psycho-legal issues. She has specialty training in clinical, diagnostic, and sexual/violence risk assessments with both adult and juvenile offenders.  At the county, state, and federal levels, Dr. Novitskie provides psychological evaluations and testimony for the courts, utilizing her training and hands-on assessment experience in various civil and criminal matters outlined below.

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Dr. Novitskie conducts evaluations in a range of criminal and civil matters, including Pre-Employment & Fitness-for-Duty (FTD), Diagnostic/Need for Treatment Evaluations (NFT), and Violence, Sexual, and Fire-setting Risk Assessments. She also provides evaluation services in the following areas: 

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  • Criminal cases, such as Pre-Trial & Sentencing, Risk Assessment, Diversion, and Mitigation Evaluations.

  • Civil cases such as Workers’ Compensation/Disability, Civil Commitment (Sexually Violent Predator {SVP} evaluations), Megan's Law/CSL/PSL removal evaluations, and Civil Capacities, including Guardianship. 

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In addition to her clinical and forensic work, Dr. Novitskie has engaged in research, published articles, and provided presentations at professional national and state conferences. She has also provided clinical supervision and publication and research mentorship to graduate students. 

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Dr. Novitskie is an adjunct professor at Fairleigh Dickinson University and St. Elizabeth University. She has taught over 60 undergraduate and graduate courses.

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Dr. Novitskie is also involved in her community, wherein she volunteers her time in various youth and faith related programs. She also dedicates her time to working with various charities and pro-bono organizations, helping those who need it most.

 

 

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As of January 2023, Dr. Novitskie is excited to provide assessment and state of the art treatment related to chronic pain, through Override Health. Please visit the site for more information on these services: Override: Your Virtual Comprehensive Pain Clinic.

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