Helping Families Navigate Complex Court Matters with Professional, Objective Support

Family court matters often involve difficult decisions that affect children, parents, and the entire family system. Our clinicians provide specialized services designed to assist courts, attorneys, parents, and guardians by offering objective evaluations, therapeutic interventions, and dispute resolution services.

We are committed to maintaining professional neutrality, following ethical guidelines, and prioritizing the best interests of children while supporting families through challenging transitions and legal proceedings.

Our Family Court Services

Mediation

Mediation is a voluntary, confidential process designed to help parties resolve disputes outside of the courtroom. A neutral mediator facilitates productive discussions, improves communication, and assists parties in reaching mutually acceptable agreements regarding parenting plans, custody arrangements, communication concerns, and other family-related matters.

Mediation May Help With:

  • Parenting time schedules

  • Custody and co-parenting disputes

  • Communication difficulties

  • Decision-making responsibilities

  • Holiday and vacation planning

  • School-related concerns

  • Family transitions following separation or divorce

Reunification Therapy

Reunification Therapy is a structured therapeutic intervention designed to repair and strengthen parent-child relationships when contact has been disrupted or significantly strained.

Common Reasons for Reunification Therapy

  • Extended separation between parent and child

  • High-conflict divorce

  • Parent-child relationship difficulties

  • Resistance or refusal of contact

  • Family transitions

  • Court recommendations or orders

Important Considerations

  • The therapist serves as a treatment provider, not an evaluator.

  • Recommendations are based on therapeutic observations and clinical judgment.

  • Progress depends on participation and cooperation from all involved parties.

Court-Ordered Assessments

We provide comprehensive, objective court-ordered assessments to assist the court, attorneys, probation departments, and other referring agencies in making informed decisions. Each assessment is conducted in a professional, unbiased manner and is tailored to address the specific referral question identified by the court or referring party. Our evaluations are designed to provide a thorough understanding of an individual's current functioning, relevant history, and clinical needs. Findings are summarized in a clear, well-organized written report that includes clinical impressions and recommendations when appropriate.

Each assessment may include:

  • A comprehensive clinical interview to gather relevant personal, social, legal, medical, and mental health history.

  • Standardized screening instruments and evidence-based assessment measures appropriate for the referral question.

  • Review of available collateral information, such as court documents, treatment records, police reports, or other relevant documentation when provided or authorized.

  • Consultation with collateral sources, when appropriate and with the necessary releases or court authorization.

  • A written report summarizing assessment findings, clinical impressions, and recommendations.

The specific components of an evaluation may vary depending on the referral source, court order, and the nature of the assessment being requested. We offer the following assessments:

  • General Mental Health Assessment

  • Anger Management Assessment

  • Drug and Alcohol Assessment

  • Domestic Violence Assessment

Court-Ordered Psychological Evaluations

Court-ordered psychological evaluations provide objective clinical information regarding an individual's psychological functioning, emotional health, personality characteristics, and behavioral concerns relevant to legal proceedings. These evaluations may be requested by courts, attorneys, probation departments, child welfare agencies, or other legal entities.

Evaluation Components

  • Comprehensive clinical interview

  • Review of records and collateral information

  • Psychological testing

  • Behavioral observations

  • Diagnostic assessment

  • Written report with findings and recommendations

Typical Referral Questions

  • Mental health concerns

  • Parenting capacity

  • Emotional functioning

  • Personality characteristics

  • Risk assessment

  • Treatment recommendations


Court-Ordered Custody Evaluations

Custody evaluations provide the court with a comprehensive assessment of family dynamics, parenting strengths, child needs, and factors relevant to determining the child's best interests. The evaluator remains neutral and does not serve as an advocate for either parent.

Evaluation Includes

  • Interviews with parents

  • Interviews with child(ren)

  • Parent-child observations

  • Review of court records

  • Review of medical, educational, and mental health records

  • Collateral interviews

  • Psychological testing when indicated

  • Comprehensive written report

Areas Assessed

  • Parent-child relationships

  • Parenting strengths and concerns

  • Child developmental and emotional needs

  • Co-parenting abilities

  • Family functioning

  • Safety concerns

  • Ability to support the child's relationship with the other parent


Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. We accept court-appointed and privately retained cases, subject to availability and scope of services requested.

  • Yes. Court testimony is available for services provided and is billed separately.

  • Most psychological evaluations are completed within 4–6 weeks. Custody evaluations typically require 8–12 weeks.

  • Access to reports is determined by court order, signed releases, and applicable legal requirements.

  • In many cases, yes. Mediation and reunification therapy may begin voluntarily, while some evaluations require a court order or attorney referral.

  • Assessments are conducted by licensed master's-level clinicians and evaluate mental health, substance use, anger management, or other behavioral concerns using a clinical interview, standardized screening tools, and record review. They provide clinical impressions and recommendations for court, probation, or treatment purposes.

    Evaluations are conducted by a licensed doctoral-level clinician and include comprehensive psychological testing in addition to a clinical interview and record review. They offer a more in-depth assessment for complex diagnostic, cognitive, or legal questions.

    If you are unsure which service you need, we are happy to help determine the most appropriate service based on your referral.

  • All family court services are self-pay only.

    • Mediation- $250/hour

    • Reunification Therapy- $250/hour

    • Court-Ordered Assessments- starting at $350

    • Psychological Evaluation- starting at $5,000

    • Custody Evaluation- starting at $8,000

Request for Family Court Services

Whether you are an attorney, judge, guardian ad litem, parent, or referring professional, our team is available to discuss your needs and determine the most appropriate service.