When the Legal System Becomes Part of the Family System
Rethinking High Conflict Separation Through a Systemic Lens One of the most uncomfortable realities in high conflict separation cases is this: Sometimes the legal system becomes part of the problem it is trying to solve. This is not a criticism of individual judges, solicitors, guardians, psychologists, mediators, social workers, or therapists. Most professionals involved in […]
De-Triangulating a Child from Parental Conflict
Parental conflict can be a significant source of stress for children, often leading them to become enmeshed in the disputes, a phenomenon known as triangulation. As a systemic family psychotherapist, I approach de-triangulating a child from parental conflict by focusing on restoring healthy family dynamics and fostering direct communication between parents. Here are several key […]