Questions an assessment may address
- What are the child’s needs?
- How are care and everyday stability organised?
- Which aspects of family functioning require assessment?
How we approach this matter
We examine the history of care, the conditions in each setting and relevant information from the people assessed. Required arrangements and permissions are established in advance, avoiding unnecessary repeated assessments. Conclusions distinguish documented events, reported accounts and professional inferences.
What the report provides
An assessment of the child’s needs, family resources and the limits of the evidence, answering the expert questions within the agreed scope.
Useful material for the initial review
- Court decisions and parenting arrangements.
- Relevant school and health information.
- History of living arrangements and care.
A brief description is enough for the first contact. Document sharing is arranged afterwards.
A common question
Does the psychologist decide custody?
The competent decision-maker determines custody. The assessment contributes psychological information relevant to the questions under consideration.