Dr. D’Arienzo discussed psychological and behavioral issues related to the case from the perspective of a forensic psychologist. He was not involved in the evaluation, treatment, prosecution, or defense of any individual associated with the case, and his comments were based solely on publicly available information reported by the media.
Forensic Psychology Commentary on the Tristyn Bailey Case
The death of 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey in St. Johns County, Florida, received extensive local and national media attention. News4Jax interviewed Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP to provide general forensic psychology perspective regarding psychological, behavioral, and developmental issues raised by the publicly reported facts of the case.
As a clinical and forensic psychologist in Jacksonville, Florida, Dr. D’Arienzo frequently works in areas involving psychological assessment, forensic consultation, court-related matters, risk evaluation, and other high-stakes psychological issues.
His media commentary in the Tristyn Bailey case was educational in nature and should not be interpreted as a psychological evaluation or diagnosis of any person involved in the case.
News4Jax Interviews With Dr. Justin D’Arienzo
Dr. D’Arienzo appeared in several News4Jax reports related to developments in the Tristyn Bailey case.
Teenager Charged in Tristyn Bailey’s Death Appears in Court
Watch the News4Jax report on the court appearance in the Tristyn Bailey case
Dr. D’Arienzo interview segment: approximately 1:12–2:54.
Forensic Psychologist Discusses Arrest of Aiden Fucci’s Mother
Watch the News4Jax interview with forensic psychologist Dr. Justin D’Arienzo
Dr. D’Arienzo interview segment: approximately 1:17–2:35.
News4Jax Report on Statements Attributed to Aiden Fucci
Watch the News4Jax report featuring Dr. Justin D’Arienzo’s forensic psychology commentary
Dr. D’Arienzo interview segment: approximately 1:00–2:35.
What Does a Forensic Psychologist Do?
A forensic psychologist applies psychological knowledge and assessment methods to questions involving the legal system. Depending on the referral and jurisdiction, forensic psychology can involve psychological evaluations, consultation with attorneys, court-related assessments, risk evaluation, family-law matters, occupational evaluations, and expert testimony.
Forensic psychologists may also help journalists and the public understand psychological concepts raised by high-profile legal cases. When commenting on a case in which the psychologist has not personally evaluated the individuals involved, it is important to distinguish general forensic psychology education from an actual forensic opinion based on a formal evaluation.
About Dr. Justin D’Arienzo
Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, Psy.D., MSCP, ABPP is a board-certified clinical psychologist and former active-duty U.S. Navy psychologist based in Jacksonville, Florida.
His practice includes clinical psychology, forensic psychology, occupational psychological evaluations, public-safety evaluations, and court-related psychological services. He has more than two decades of experience in psychological assessment and high-stakes evaluation.
Dr. D’Arienzo has also provided psychological and forensic commentary to news organizations regarding cases and issues involving psychology, public safety, criminal behavior, family law, and other legal matters.
Forensic Psychology Services in Jacksonville, Florida
D’Arienzo Psychology provides forensic psychology services in Jacksonville and throughout Florida for attorneys, courts, organizations, and individuals involved in legal or court-related matters.
For additional information about forensic psychological evaluations, consultation, or other services, contact D’Arienzo Psychology at 904-379-8094.
Dr. Justin D’Arienzo was not retained by, involved in, or affiliated with the prosecution, defense, evaluation, or treatment of any person involved in the Tristyn Bailey case. His News4Jax commentary was based on publicly reported information and was provided for general educational and media purposes.
