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The Role of Therapists in Family Law Litigation

Forensic mental health professionals serve a valuable role in child custody cases. They conduct
custody evaluations, assist attorneys in understanding psychological issues, and help a client present
the best version of their true selves to the Court. Judges look to such experts to provide insightful
information that makes testimony clearer, as well as help the parties better understand the needs of the
children. In some cases, a forensic mental health professional (FMHP) can play a more mediative role
and help parents avoid costly litigation by enabling them to work together to make their own parenting
plans. This article is intended to serve as a summary of the views expressed by therapists, attorneys
and Judges in the January issue of the Journal of Child Custody. (Read more)

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custody issues.
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