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child protectection

Expert forensic consultation grounded in
behavioral science & investigative integrity

About

Objective. Independent. Evidence-Driven.

At SAFE Assessments & Forensic Evaluations, every opinion is grounded in accepted scientific principles, established research, and a comprehensive review of the available evidence. My role is not to advocate for either party, but to provide objective forensic analysis that assists attorneys, courts, organizations, and investigators in understanding complex issues involving human trafficking, sexual exploitation, violence, victimization, and institutional risk.

As a forensic criminologist and forensic psychologist, I apply reliable methodologies, current empirical research, and professional standards to each case. Whether retained by plaintiffs, defendants, prosecutors, or defense counsel, my conclusions remain the same: they are driven by the evidence, not by the desired outcome.

SAFE Assessments & Forensic Evaluations is committed to providing independent expert consultation, forensic evaluations, institutional risk assessments, and expert testimony that meet the highest standards of professional integrity, scientific rigor, and ethical practice.

Our services include, but are not limited too:

Training
SAFE provides advanced training programs designed to help organizations recognize grooming behaviors, boundary violations, and early warning indicators of abuse. Our programs equip staff and leadership with the tools to prevent misconduct, respond appropriately to disclosures, and create safer environments for children and vulnerable individuals.

 

Consultancy
We partner with organizations to assess institutional risk, strengthen safety policies, and develop prevention frameworks such as the SAFE Child Institutional Protection Model. Our consulting services help organizations move beyond compliance to build systems that actively prevent abuse and exploitation.

Expert Witness
Dr. Heather Manning serves as a forensic expert in cases involving sexual abuse, trafficking, domestic violence, victimology, grooming and institutional negligence. Through behavioral analysis, case review, and expert testimony, SAFE helps courts and legal teams understand the complex dynamics of abuse, victimization, and offender behavior.

Contact

Contact Dr. Manning

 (425) 321-4256

SAFEassessments@gmail.com

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New York based

EIN: 41-4647369

Heather Manning, Ph.D

Forensic Criminology Consulting & Child Safety Risk Prevention | SAFE Assessments

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