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Expert of The Month

A showcase of one of our experts

Dr Kirsten Nokling

BSc (Hons), D.Clin.Psy, MSc Clin

  • Areas Covered:
  • Huddersfield
  • Preston
  • Chorley
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About the Expert

Dr Kirsten Nokling obtained a Psychology Degree (BSc) from Durham University in 2006, a MSc in Developmental Disorders from Lancaster University in 2011, and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of South Wales in 2017. She specialised on the impact of trauma and the brain and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and related conditions.

Dr Nokling has also trained in EMDR therapy.

She has worked in the area of looked after children for many years and she has also worked for the NHS, in forensic settings, on locked wards, and with army veterans. She has a small private practice in Preston.

Dr Nokling has a special interest in Equine Assisted therapy due to being an equestrian enthusiast herself.

She has just had her first book published – ‘The Fourth Dimension’ which will be available from June, 2025.

This book is about –

“Human relationships, love, pain, attachment, connection, rejection, the human condition and heartache and healing – explored by a clinical psychologist.”

“The magic carpet ride that will get everyone talking about attachment style…”

In her spare time she enjoys walking, writing and bushcraft. She has always been an avid reader and the first book she read on psychology which sparked her interest was “Flowers for Algernon” in school.

She has completed Bond Solon training on: ‘Excellence in Report Writing’, and ‘Courtroom Skills’.

She started Expert Witness medico-legal work in 2017 and she undertakes 200-250 reports annually and her claimant/defendant ratio is 90/10. She has attended trial several times.

HKA's expert witness directory covers 125 clinics across the UK, so it's easy to access them and get the psychological and orthopaedic report that you need. We hold every expert to the highest standards, so you'll always feel safe, comfortable and cared for.

For Solicitors

A faster way to find the right expert witness

Every expert in HKA's UK directory is independent, allowing you and your client to choose the required three expert witnesses all at one time. Be confident of finding the right expert witness for your case and receiving a detailed medico legal report without delay.

For Clients

A friendly expert close to your home

HKA's expert witness directory covers 125 clinics across England and Wales, so it's easy to access them and get the psychological and orthopaedic report that you need. We hold every expert to the highest standards, so you'll always feel safe, comfortable and cared for.

The HKA Quality Guarantee

  • A dynamic in-house staff of 26, dedicated to personal service
  • Medico legal instructions processed in-house within 24 hours
  • Clinical psychologist and orthopaedic appointments confirmed within five days
  • Clients typically seen by expert witness within 4-6 weeks of instruction
  • Select an independent expert witness from our register of 42 experts
  • Experts assessments performed at 125 UK clinics in England and Wales.
  • Every clinical psychologist held to the highest HCPC/BPS standards
  • Our orthopaedic surgeon held to the highest GMC standard
  • Orthopaedic and psychological reports delivered two weeks after appointment

Testimonial: Agents & Solicitors

"The fees are very competitive for reports and there is a good spread of experts across the country. The staff seem very organised and are always very helpful. I shall continue to use this company and am happy with the service they provide."
Catherine Thorkildsen, Absolute Medicals

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