Lóba Consultancy
Lóba Consultancy

Expert analysis.Clear opinion.

Independent medico-legal psychological assessment and adult clinical assessment.

Dr Calem De Búrca

Dr Calem De Búrca is a Clinical Psychologist and Chief Executive Officer of a leading not-for-profit organisation delivering integrated mental health, social work, and education services.

A graduate of the University of Oxford’s Doctorate in Clinical Psychology programme, Dr De Búrca also holds an MSc in Forensic Psychology. He brings extensive expertise in psychological assessment, consultation, and trauma-informed practice across clinical and organisational contexts.

Dr De Búrca provides expert psychological evidence and consultation to the courts and statutory agencies in complex adult cases involving cognitive, neurodevelopmental, attachment, trauma, mental health, and risk factors. His opinions are recognised for their clarity, analytical depth, and empirical grounding.

Alongside his clinical and leadership roles, Dr De Búrca lectures on doctoral psychology programmes at University College Cork and Mary Immaculate College. His published research explores attachment, emotion regulation, and forensic risk assessment.

Psychological Assessment and Expert Reports

Neurodevelopmental & Cognitive Functioning

  • ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in adults
  • Assessment of cognitive and intellectual functioning
  • Assessment of decision-making capacity
  • Neuropsychological screening (memory, attention, executive functioning)

Clinical & Emotional Wellbeing

  • Adult mental health and mood disorders
  • Anxiety, stress, and burnout
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and complex trauma
  • Personality assessment and formulation
  • Anger management and emotional regulation
  • Substance misuse and addiction

Forensic & Medico-Legal Assessment

  • Personal injury and psychological trauma reports
  • Medical negligence and trauma impact reports
  • Risk assessment (violence, self-harm, offending behaviour)
  • Impact of abuse and neglect
  • Motivation to change and treatment readiness
  • Capacity assessments for court or statutory proceedings

Occupational & Functional

  • Fitness for work and role suitability
  • Impact of mental health on occupational functioning

Contact

Email: lobaconsultancy@gmail.com

Website: www.loba.ie

Based in Cork · Serving Ireland (in person and online)