Parenting Plans And Counselling

Under the Family Law Act, when decisions to do with parenting need to be made, family counselling is a requirement, whether you are de facto partners, married, separated or going through a divorce. Marriage counselling Perth or family counselling can help with managing all issues related to children during the divorce process so that their needs and wellbeing remain at the forefront of all the decisions being made. When there are hurt feelings, anger issues, communication problems, new living circumstances, financial and parenting arrangements to make, it can seem overwhelming – you can appoint an independent body to help you.

Focus on your children

As mentioned, while a relationship breakdown is hard for many parents, you also need to think about what is best for your children, regardless of how you now feel about a former partner. It is not easy when relationships end – family counselling Perth can play a huge role in helping you. Counselling is not just for couples seeking support who want to see if they can work things out, it is for any kind of family problem, or for when partners have made the decision to separate. With counselling, you can better maintain important values, help protect certain relationships, and help children with their feelings as they learn to grapple with wholesale changes. A whole family unit can attend counselling, as can couples and individuals.

If you feel you are not safe

If you are worried because you do not feel safe with your ex-partner, or you are trying to protect your children, then arrangements can be made. Let the staff know straight away if there is a chance of physical or even verbal abuse. There are provisions made in the law act where a partner and children do not have to go through the process of counselling, if there is a history of abuse.

See a family counsellor for a parenting order

Even if you want a court-ordered parenting order agreement you still have to see a counsellor first as part of the whole process, unless there are mitigating circumstances such as abuse. Courts prefer partners try to resolve their legal differences outside of court. Settling out of court, saves money and time and can be mutually beneficial. A counsellor can help you draw up an agreement, though it is not quite as enforceable as a court order. With the support of an independent counsellor, you can resolve issues surrounding living arrangements, the care of your children, development and welfare concerns. Family and marriage counselling Perth can help parties come to terms with the life changes too.

How much does it cost?

The cost for counselling services, as ordered by the court, can vary, mostly depending on your capacity to pay. Those with a good income will pay more than people who are experiencing lower socio-economic factors or financial problems. When it comes to family counselling Perth make sure you let your counsellor know you financial circumstances, that way, you’ll still be able to access the support.