Custody disputes and high-conflict co-parenting situations can place enormous stress on children and families. I provide structured, child-focused therapy for families navigating custody transitions, reunification work, and complex parent-child relationships.
Court-involved therapy refers to therapeutic services that take place while a family is involved in a custody dispute or court process. In many cases, therapy may be recommended by attorneys, judges, or parenting coordinators to support the emotional well-being of the child and improve family relationships.
Therapy in these situations requires careful attention to boundaries, documentation, and the needs of the child.
• high-conflict custody disputes
• reunification between a parent and child
• strained or disrupted parent-child relationships
• children struggling during divorce or custody transitions
• court-recommended family therapy
With more than 20 years of experience working with court-involved families, my work focuses on protecting the emotional well-being of the child while helping families move toward healthier relationships.
Depending on the needs of the family, therapy may include:
• individual work with the child
• parent guidance sessions
• structured reunification sessions
• experiential approaches such as outdoor or animal-assisted therapy
The first step is a brief consultation to determine whether services are appropriate for your situation. If therapy moves forward, sessions are structured around the needs of the child and the goals identified for the family.
Court-involved work often requires thoughtful coordination and clear communication to ensure the process remains supportive and focused on the child.
If your family is navigating a custody dispute or reunification process, you’re welcome to reach out to discuss whether therapy may be helpful.