Independent assessments to support children’s wellbeing in family law matters.

Under the Family Law Act (Regulation 40), I provide Family and Child Impact Reports for families engaged in court proceedings. These reports are focused on the best interests of the child and are informed by direct engagement with children and both parents or carers.

The assessment considers a range of developmental, relational, and safety factors and is presented to the Court to assist in decision-making.

Who it’s for?:

Parents, carers, and legal professionals involved in family law proceedings.

Delivered as:

Court-directed assessments with written reports.

Full Family Reports and Short Form (Child Impact Reports)

Seeking the views of children through therapeutic play activities.

This service provides children with a safe space to share their experiences, feelings, and needs during family transitions. Using developmentally appropriate play-based methods, children’s voices are sensitively gathered and shared with parents or professionals to guide child-focused decisions.

Who it’s for?:

- Families participating in mediation, dispute resolution, or parenting planning.

- Referrals from Independent Children’s Lawyers (ICLs) seeking the views of children or young people in family law proceedings.

Delivered as:

Child-focused sessions in person followed by feedback to parents or professionals.

Child Inclusive Practice (CIP)

Professional Supervision

Reflective, strengths-based support for practitioners*

Supervision for social workers, early childhood professionals, and allied health workers. Sessions provide space for reflection, ethical exploration, and professional growth within a trauma-informed, relational framework.

Who it’s for:

Practitioners in social work, early years, education, and community services.

Delivered as:

Individual or group sessions, in-person or online.

Family and Property Mediation

Supporting families to reach practical, child‑focused agreements during separation.

Family and Property Mediation provides a structured, respectful space for parents and carers to work through parenting arrangements and property matters following separation. My approach is grounded in safety, clarity, and fairness, with a strong focus on reducing conflict and supporting the wellbeing of children throughout the process.

As an accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, I assist parties to identify issues, explore options, and work toward mutually acceptable agreements. Where required, I am also able to issue section 60I certificates.

Who it’s for?:

Parents, carers, and separating couples seeking support to resolve parenting or property matters without going to court.

Delivered as:

• Mediation sessions (in‑person or online)

• Child‑focused discussions and option‑building

• Property settlement mediation

• Section 60I certificates (where appropriate)

• Parenting Agreements