Work Product Review

Work Product Review

A work product review of a custody study conducted by  Dr Jenna can be invaluable. Dr Jenna has conducted child custody evaluations (called Parenting Plan Evaluations by family court professionals)  for over 20 years. This combined with her domestic violence expertise  can be invaluable for many reasons, including:

1. Enhanced Safety Assessment:  Dr Jenna is adept in identifying subtle signs of abuse and understanding its impact on both the child and the non-abusive parent.  Her review can identify gaps in evaluations, and ensures that safety concerns are thoroughly evaluated and addressed.

2. Informed Recommendations: Dr Jenna can provide more informed and nuanced recommendations regarding custody and visitation arrangements. She understands the nature and context of domestic violence and has a working knowledge of research in the most relevant disciplines, so that she can make recommendations to protect the child and targeted parent. She can also make recommendations for safeguards that can reduce the reliance on family courts and motions to resolve conflicts that arise due to the nature of the coercively controlling, post-separation relationship. This can reduce weaponization of the family courts, financial burdens of family court actions, and emotional distress caused by ongoing family court actions.

3. Bias and Accuracy Check: Dr Jenna can identify any biases or gaps in the original custody evaluation to ensure that the evaluation is based on accurate, comprehensive data, and that the evaluation adheres to professional standards.

4. Expert Testimony: If needed, Dr Jenna can provide testimony in court, explaining her findings and the implications of domestic violence on custody decisions. This helps the family courts make decisions that are safer, and that prioritize the child’s best interests.

5. Holistic Understanding: Dr Jenna’s expertise allows for a holistic understanding of the family dynamics, including the psychological and emotional effects of domestic violence.  This comprehensive perspective is crucial for making custody decisions that truly serve the child’s well-being.

6. Support and resources: Dr Jenna can recommend appropriate support services for families involved with family violence to ensure access to supports and interventions that facilitate recovery and well-being of all family members.