Criminal Injuries Compensation: Psychological Reports for Victims of Crime | Perth Western Australia.
Learn more about Cygnet's Criminal Injuries Assessments for Victims of Crime
Learn more about Cygnet's Criminal Injuries Assessments for Victims of Crime
Victims of violent crime often experience a wide range of psychological, emotional, and functional impacts long after the incident has occurred. In Western Australia, individuals may be eligible to apply for Criminal Injuries Compensation (CIC) through the Assessor of Criminal Injuries Compensation. As part of this application, a comprehensive psychological assessment and formal medico-legal report may be required to document the nature, severity, and long-term effects of the trauma.
Cygnet Clinic specialises in providing high-quality, evidence-based CIC Psychological Reports for adults and adolescents who have experienced criminal victimisation, including assault, domestic violence, sexual assault, armed robbery, motor vehicle offences, and other traumatic events.
Our clinicians have extensive experience in trauma, medico-legal assessment, and formal report writing. We offer a professional, compassionate, and structured assessment process designed to support your CIC application and help you understand the psychological effects of the incident.
A CIC psychological report is a comprehensive document written by a qualified Clinical Psychologist or Psychologist that details:
• The traumatic incident and presenting concerns
• Psychological symptoms and mental health diagnoses (if applicable)
• The link between the offence and the psychological injuries sustained
• The impact of the trauma on daily functioning, relationships, work, and wellbeing
• Recommended psychological treatment and estimated costs
• Prognosis and long-term psychological considerations
• Expert opinion for the Criminal Injuries Compensation Assessor
These reports are often required as part of a victim’s application for financial compensation to assist with treatment, lost income, and related costs incurred due to the offence.
You may need a CIC psychological assessment if you:
• Are applying for Criminal Injuries Compensation
• Have experienced violence, assault, sexual abuse, or domestic violence
• Were present at a traumatic event
• Are suffering emotional, psychological, or functional difficulties related to the incident
• Have been asked by your lawyer or GP to obtain a formal medico-legal psychological report
Cygnet Clinic accepts referrals from self-referring clients, GPs, lawyers, support services, and victim-advocacy organisations.
A CIC psychological assessment at Cygnet Clinic is comprehensive, structured, and conducted in accordance with evidence-based guidelines, trauma-informed practice, and medico-legal standards. The process includes:
1. Initial Consultation
A 90 minute clinical interview to understand the incident, symptoms, and psychological history in a safe and supportive environment. Cygnet also routinely administers highly specific inventories with established science based evidence in assessing the individual impact of trauma on day to day functioning. These assessment can be administered on-site or via the publishers secure online portal.
2. Structured Trauma Assessment
Use of validated clinical instruments, which may include:
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) measures
• Depression and anxiety scales
• Personality and functioning assessments
• Dissociation and trauma-specific inventories
• Occupational and psychosocial functioning measures
3. Review of Supporting Documentation
Your clinician can review police reports, medical records, legal documents, and relevant case materials (if provided).
4. Analysis & Formulation
A detailed clinical formulation is developed linking the trauma to observed symptoms, functional impairment, and ongoing needs.
5. Comprehensive CIC Report
The final report includes:
• Expert opinion
• Diagnostic considerations
• Treatment recommendations
• Prognosis
• Estimated treatment duration and cost
• Commentary on functional capacity, work impact, and long-term risks
6. Follow-up Consultation (Optional)
A session to review the findings, discuss next steps, or begin psychological treatment if required.
Cygnet Clinic has an established reputation in Western Australia for delivering high-quality, comprehensive, and legally robust psychological reports to support Criminal Injuries Compensation (CIC) applications. For more than a decade, our clinicians have assisted victims of crime by providing clear, evidence-based assessments that meet the strict standards expected by the Assessor of Criminal Injuries Compensation.
Our reports are known for being thorough, clinically grounded, and cost-effective, ensuring applicants receive expert documentation that accurately reflects the psychological impact of the offence while supporting fair and timely compensation decisions.
Professional Development by the Office of Criminal Injuries Compensation
Cygnet Clinic has engaged in direct professional consultation with the Office of Criminal Injuries Compensation, including education delivered by the Chief Assessor regarding:
• The development and intent of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act 2003 (WA)
• How psychological injuries are conceptualised under the Act
• The evidentiary expectations of the Assessor
• Best-practice guidelines for medico-legal reporting in compensation matters
This collaboration has enabled our clinicians to refine their reporting structure, terminology, and evidentiary style to match the Assessor’s requirements and ensure our reports are precise, relevant, and legally meaningful.
Ongoing Professional Development and Medico-Legal Expertise
Our clinicians maintain active membership with the Australian and New Zealand Association of Psychiatry, Psychology and Law (ANZAPPL)—the leading interdisciplinary body for professionals working across mental health and the legal system.
This ensures that our CIC reports reflect current best practice, emerging research, and contemporary standards in forensic psychological assessment.
Our clinical team regularly provides psychological and medico-legal reports for compensation matters and has significant experience with PTSD, assault-related trauma, domestic violence, and complex presentations.
Reports are detailed, clear, and written to meet the standards required by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Assessor.
We provide a safe, respectful, and supportive environment that prioritises your wellbeing throughout the assessment process.
Where deadlines exist (e.g., legal timeframes), urgent assessments may be offered depending on clinician availability.
Assessments can be conducted in person or via secure telehealth for clients across Western Australia.
If available, bring:
• Police incident reports
• GP or specialist letters
• Any legal documents provided by your lawyer
• Previous psychological or psychiatric reports
• List of current medications
• Any statements already provided to police or lawyers
If you do not have this information, we can still proceed with your assessment, however it is preferred that you seek a lawyer who can assist you in gathering the relevant information to submit to Cygnet Clinic.
CIC psychological assessments are not covered by Medicare; however, clients may later apply for reimbursement through the Criminal Injuries Compensation scheme administered through Victims of Crime at the Department of Justice.
Fees vary depending on the complexity of the case and length of the report. A detailed quote can be provided upon enquiry.
You can book directly online or contact us for guidance.
Cygnet Clinic provides CIC reports at both our Midland and Fremantle locations, as well as via Telehealth for remote clients.
