If you're driven by a passion for social justice, the complexities of mental health law, or seeking a close-knit training environment with exceptional mentorship, the UT Tyler Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship offers an ideal path forward.
Welcome to the UT Tyler Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship
Our Fellowship
The Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine is a newly ACGME-accredited, one-year program offering comprehensive training at the intersection of psychiatry and the law. Fellows gain hands-on experience in civil and criminal evaluations, correctional mental health, and expert testimony, supported by structured didactics, case conferences, and scholarly work. The program emphasizes statewide collaboration through partnerships with clinical, legal, and academic institutions and offers a unique opportunity to engage in weekly educational activities with forensic psychiatry fellows across Texas through the Texas Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship Education Collaborative.
Meet Our Program Director: Dr. Tiya Johnson
Dr. Tiya Johnson is a triple board-certified psychiatrist in General Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Forensic Psychiatry. She completed her Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of Cincinnati, where she trained in complex evaluations, correctional psychiatry, and courtroom testimony.
As Program Director of the Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship at UT Tyler School of Medicine, Dr. Johnson brings extensive clinical expertise and a passion for teaching at the intersection of psychiatry and the law. She is a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (FAPA) and is widely recognized for her commitment to ethical practice, mentorship, and advocacy for individuals with mental illness in legal settings.
Known for her collaborative leadership and compassionate mentorship, Dr. Johnson is dedicated to preparing fellows for successful careers as forensic psychiatrists while fostering scholarship, advocacy, and statewide collaboration.
Fellowship Highlights
- Roations in correctional facilities and state hospitals.
- Training in forensic report writing and testimony.
- Case-based seminars with legal education.
- Instruction in ethics, risk assessment, and advocacy.
- Opportunities for scholarly work and presentations.
Application Process
The Association of Directors of Forensic Psychiatry Fellowships has chosen to use the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. The key dates for the 2026-2027 Academic Year application process are:
- July 2, 2025 - Applicants may apply to forensic psychiatry fellowships via ERAS.
- July 16, 2025 - Forensic psychiatry fellowship programs begin to review applications.
- July 16, 2025 and after - Forensic psychiatry fellowship programs interview applicants.
The Association of Directors of Forensic Psychiatry Fellowships has also chosen to use the National Residency Match Program (NRMP aka “The Match”) for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. The key dates (tentative) for the 2026-2027 Academic Year Match are:
- August 6, 2025 - Match Registration opens.
- September 3, 2025 - Ranking opens.
- September 17, 2025 - Quota Change and Withdrawal deadline.
- October 8, 2025 - Rank Order List Certification deadline.
- October 22, 2025 - Match Day. Unfilled/UNmatched Lists available.
Forensic Psychiatry Fellowships may not make fellowship offers to applicants outside of The Match, unless the program is attempting to fill an unfilled position after Match Day.
- Application Deadline: October 7, 2025
- ERAS Program Code: 406840005
- Required Materials: ERAS Application, Photo, CV, personal statement, at least one additional writing sample (e.g., de-identified forensic report or psychiatric evaluation, published manuscript of which you are the first author), three letters of recommendation, copy of ECFMG (if applicable), MSPE, medical school transcript, and USMLE/COMLEX scores
- Interviews: Conducted virtually on a rolling basis through Match Day
Connect With Us
Email: ForensicPsychiatryFellowship@uttyler.edu
Phone: 903.877.7949