Expert Psychological Exams for
Women In Service & Security
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“Recognizing Women’s Service and Sacrifice.”
Women who serve in the military or work in security carry a different kind of weight. Because we’re in fields mostly filled with men, it can make us feel like we have to prove ourselves, push harder, or stay quieter about struggles that deserve attention.
On top of the job, there’s everything else—family, health, and trauma that too often goes unseen when our service begins or ends. These experiences shape us in powerful ways, but they can also make it harder to get the fair recognition and support we’ve earned.
That’s why I do this work. My evaluations are built with women’s stories in mind—to make sure your service, your sacrifices, and your resilience are seen and respected.
Helping Women of Service to Meet Their Needs Within the VA
The Standard VA C&P Exam
Many VA contractor exams are brief and rely on checklists that force you into a box
✪ Rushed appointments make it difficult to tell your story
✪ Short time with clinician means symptoms are missed
✪ Men’s symptoms aren’t always women’s symptoms
✪ MST isn’t always reported because of stigma
My Independent Exam
Women face different challenges: Military Sexual Trauma, gender bias, menstrual cycles, pregnancy, perimenopause.
✪ Patient-centered appointments make it easier to tell your story
✪ Symptoms are thoroughly explored, including pre-interview
✪ Gender-specific symptoms are always considered
✪ Safe space to discuss MST
About PsyConOps
I am a retired United States Air Force psychologist. I served on active duty for 21 years. After retiring, I worked as a contractor at Eglin Air Force Base providing psychotherapy and psychotropic medications to AD and their families. I loved the job but moved to care for my aging parents. That’s when I decided to work for VA contractors like LHI, QTC and VES. I learned how the VA disability system works. I also noticed that women’s stories and experiences vary from that of their male counterparts, both on active duty and as veterans. There are many examples of unfair treatment I personally witnessed during and after my military service; some trivial, some gut-wrenching. They produced in me an unshakable commitment to make sure women’s stories are not silenced or brushed aside. Today, as a retired Air Force, now civilian psychologist, I specialize in evaluations for women veterans and women in security roles. My work is not just about filling out forms or establishing diagnoses—it’s about advocacy, recognition, and making sure no woman’s service or sacrifice is neglected.
My Services
I have extensive experience completing VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) for a wide range of psychological conditions. My evaluations are tailored to recognize the unique challenges women face during and after service, including conditions that are often overlooked.
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) – including trauma related to combat
Military Sexual Trauma: sexual assault or sexual harassment that occurred during military service
Eating Disorders – often under-recognized condition among women veterans, but one that has real functional impact.
Sleep Disorders (Insomnia, Sleep Disturbance): sleep impairment related to a mental disorder
Level III security positions come with serious responsibility, including the authority to carry a firearm and protect the safety of others. A psychological evaluation is required to ensure each applicant has the judgment, stability, and resilience needed for the role.
For women entering or renewing certification, these evaluations are especially important. Women often face additional pressures in male-dominated security fields, from proving their capability to navigating unique stressors on the job. My assessments are designed with these realities in mind, providing a fair, thorough, and respectful evaluation process that acknowledges both strength and challenge.
The BDD program allows service members to apply for VA disability benefits while still on active duty—so benefits can begin as soon as you separate. These evaluations ease the transition to civilian life by ensuring medical and psychological conditions are documented before discharge.
For women, this process carries special importance. Many leave the service without disclosing Military Sexual Trauma (MST)—often separating without the recognition or support they need.
Military Sexual Trauma
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression
Post-deployment Adjustment
Schedule a complementary consultation
I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation for New Mexico and Texas residents to help you understand the evaluation process and determine whether my services are the right fit for your needs. This is a chance to ask questions, learn about what to expect, and decide on the next steps—no pressure, just clarity.
* I am licensed to serve clients in New Mexico and Texas only.