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Being with your child, niece or nephew, grand child etc. in the presence of someone else may be uncomfortable for you, at least in the beginning. You probably have many questions and concerns, and that is perfectly understandable. During tough times you may want to talk to a mental health professional or find a support group to help you with your feelings. Do your best to focus on your relationship with your child. Your patience and commitment will pay off.

Please review the following to help further your understanding of Supervised Visitations & Exchanges. Please contact us anytime for additional questions

What Is Supervised Visitation?
The public policy of the State of California is to protect the best interests of children whose parents have a custody or visitation matter within the family courts. Sometimes, based on issues of protection and safety, a judge will decide that in order for a child to have contact with a parent, a neutral third person must be present during any visitation. The court order will specify the time and duration of the visits. Sometimes, the court order will also specify who the provider is to be and where the visits are to take place.

Who Is The Supervised Visitations Provider?
There are three types of supervised visitation providers:

The Non-Professional provider, who is typically a family member or a friend, who does not charge a fee for service. Your court order will generally specify which type of provider you are to use to supervise these visits.
The Professional Provider, who has been trained and agrees to follow the Uniform Standards of Practice for Providers of Supervised Visitation and usually charges a fee for services.
The Therapeutic Provider, who is a licensed mental health professional paid for providing supervised visitation services. A judicial officer may order therapeutic supervision for cases requiring a clinical setting

What Is The Job Of the Supervised Visitations Provider?

Make every reasonable effort to keep the child safe
Support the child in enjoying the visit / transition of exchanges with the supervised parent.
Make sure that the children involved in the visits are safe and free from any unnecessary stress during the visits / each transition
Remain present at all times during the visit
Listen to what is being said
Pay close attention to the child's behavior
If necessary, the provider may interrupt or end a visit
All providers are to report suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hot line at 1 (800) 540-4000.

What Can I Expect From A Professional Provider?
The relationship you have with a professional provider will be more of a business relationship in which services are performed for a fee. Before you begin supervised visits:

The provider is legally required to meet with you in person and discuss certain topics about the visits with you.
You will also be asked to sign an agreement about these conditions.
You should Prepare for the interview as you would prepare for a business interview.
Make a list of questions you have for the provider and make sure you understand what services will be provided and what is expected of you.

This will help you feel more comfortable during the visits and allow you to focus on your child.

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