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Document DOJ-OGR-00024997

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Summary: On July 16, 2019, Jeffrey Epstein met with a psychologist, complaining about not receiving basic necessities and promised phone calls in SHU. The psychologist addressed his concerns and provided supportive interventions. Epstein showed no psychological distress or suicidality at the time.
Significance: This document provides insight into Jeffrey Epstein's conditions of confinement and his interactions with prison staff in the days leading up to his death, potentially relevant to investigations into his death.
Key Topics: Inmate Jeffrey Epstein's complaints about prison conditions Psychological evaluation of Epstein Prison staff response to Epstein's concerns
Key People:
  • Jeffrey Edward Epstein - Inmate
  • [b(6); b(7)(C)] - Chief Psychologist/PhD
Document Type
Medical Record
Date
July 16, 2019
Pages
1
Folder
IMAGES009

Full Text

Page 544 Bureau of Prisons Psychology Services Clinical Intervention - Clinical Contact Inmate Name: EPSTEIN, JEFFREY EDWARD Date of Birth: 01/20/1953 Sex: M Facility: NYM Reg #: 76318-054 Date: 07/16/2019 12:48 Provider: [b(6); b(7)(C)] PhD/Chief Unit Team: A&O Focus of Session Inmate Epstein called for this writer in attorney conference today. The officer in attorney conference notified this writer that he was asking to be seen. Subjective/Objective Presentation Inmate Epstein reported he has not received a spoon or soap in SHU, nor did he receive the phone calls that were "promised to him." He told this writer we need to have mutual trust that his needs are met in the prison. This writer told inmate Epstein that she would address his concerns. On the way out, a staff member told this writer she witnessed inmate Epstein receive two phone calls from the Lt. Nonetheless, this writer informed the SHU lieutenant of his concerns and he said he would ensure that he had soap, a spoon, and his initial SHU phone call. Inmate Epstein did not have any psychological concerns today. He denied any mental health symptoms or suicidality. He has been eating as best as he can and has requested a Kosher diet. Intervention(s) Inmate EPSTEIN was provided with brief supportive and psychoeducation regarding additional coping strategies. Inmate EPSTEIN was receptive to these interventions. He continued with his legal visit. Progress/Plan Inmate EPSTEIN was educated about both routine and emergency procedures for contacting Psychology staff. He was reminded of the self-help books and audiotapes available through the Psychology department. There appears to be no need for follow up at this time. He will be seen in SHU for rounds and monthly SHU reviews. Completed by [b(6); b(7)(C)] PhD/Chief Psychologist on 07/18/2019 13:05 Generated 07/18/2019 13:05 by [b(6); b(7)(C)] PhD/Chief Bureau of Prisons - NYM Page 1 of 1 DOJ-OGR-00024997