Austin, Texas

Charting a Course
Towards Insight

Waypoint Psychology provides expert forensic evaluations, neuropsychological assessment, and clinical services grounded in over 14 years of applied psychological practice across courtrooms, correctional settings, and clinical environments.

Dr. Zackery A. Tedder, PsyD

For Attorneys & Courts

Forensic evaluations built for legal scrutiny. Competency, criminal responsibility, risk assessment, sentencing mitigation, and parental fitness evaluations delivered with defensible methodology and clear, actionable opinions.

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For Individuals & Families

Neuropsychological testing, personality assessment, diagnostic clarification, and therapy for adults and adolescents. A direct, structured approach focused on understanding what is actually happening and what to do about it.

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14+Years of applied
psychological practice
3Degrees in
psychology
PsyDDoctorate in
clinical psychology
U.S. NavyVeteran

Areas of Expertise


Forensic Evaluations

Competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, risk assessments, sentencing mitigation, decisional capacity, parental fitness.

Neuropsychological Assessment

Cognitive functioning, TBI, learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum, dementia, intellectual disability.

Personality & Psychopathology

Mood and anxiety disorders, personality disorders, trauma and PTSD, psychotic spectrum, substance-induced symptoms.

Adolescent Assessment

Behavioral and emotional disorders in teens, academic and social functioning, substance use, risk behaviors.

Consultation & Testimony

Case conceptualization for legal professionals, file reviews, second opinions, expert witness testimony.

Individual Therapy

REBT-based, direct approach. Men's issues, executive dysfunction, trauma recovery, identity development.

The Waypoint Approach


Every evaluation integrates clinical interviewing, standardized psychological testing, and collateral information to provide actionable, defensible findings. Whether the referral comes from a defense attorney preparing for trial, a court seeking diagnostic clarity, or an individual looking for answers, the standard is the same: precision, transparency, and relevance.

Waypoint Psychology does not accept insurance. This is an intentional decision that preserves clinical independence and allows each case to receive the time and depth it requires. Superbills are available for out-of-network reimbursement upon request.

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