Posts Tagged ‘family court and beyond’
Managing Parenting Time After Court: Tips for Staying Safe and Supported
Navigating parenting time after court can be challenging, especially when dealing with a former partner who may use contact with the children as a form of control. Even with a court order in place, the day-to-day reality can be stressful and emotionally exhausting. Here are a few tips to help manage contact more safely and…
Read moreCollecting and Presenting Evidence in Family Court: A Guide for Survivors
When you’re preparing for family court, especially in cases involving intimate partner violence, how you gather and present your evidence can have a significant impact on your case. Since family court is an adversarial process, it is important to help the judge understand in a clear, credible, and compelling way. Where to begin: A helpful…
Read moreEmotional safety: Boundaries for the holidays
The holiday season is a busy time of year. You may find yourself in more situations that put you in contact with your former partner. It can be helpful to plan for these situations in advance by thinking about setting boundaries. Below are strategies for creating an emotional safety plan by setting healthy boundaries with…
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