ABOUT
Trusted Guidance for High-Conflict Family Dynamics
At Himlin Consulting, we believe that children thrive when adults are equipped with the right tools, strategies, and perspective.
Founded on over 30 years of professional experience, this firm was created to serve as a trusted resource for parents, therapists, and attorneys navigating complex, high-conflict family dynamics.
We specialize in guiding parents whose children are resisting contact, supporting therapists who want to testify ethically and effectively in court, and assisting attorneys in managing child-centered family or dependency cases.
Our mission is simple: to put the child’s needs at the center—where they belong. Through education, strategic guidance, and a proven Child-Centered approach, we help rebuild relationships and reshape how professionals approach conflict involving children.
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FOUNDER & CHIEF SOLUTION OFFICER
Cathy Himlin
With over 30 years of experience as a therapist and court-involved social worker, Cathy Himlin is a trusted authority in Dependency and Family Law cases. Driven by a deep commitment to the well-being of children, Cathy founded Himlin Consulting with the mission to transform how families, therapists, and attorneys approach high-conflict family dynamics.
Having witnessed firsthand the damage caused when the family court system prioritizes litigation over the needs of children, Cathy has dedicated her career to advocating for children’s emotional, psychological, and developmental health. Her child-centered approach is rooted in compassion, understanding, and the belief that every child deserves to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment—one that values their voice and their needs.
Through her years of experience, Cathy has seen the devastating effects of family conflict, and it has become her life's work to shift the focus of family law from litigation to healing. She offers a comprehensive suite of services, including support for parents seeking to reconnect with children, guidance for therapists navigating ethical court testimony, and assistance for attorneys handling difficult custody dispute cases.
Cathy’s expertise is complemented by her ongoing dedication to education and professional development. She continues to empower those around her to prioritize the well-being of children and build sustainable, lasting family bonds—even under the most challenging circumstances.
Whether you are a parent, therapist, or attorney, Cathy’s innovative Child-Centered Approach is designed to equip you with the tools you need to make a lasting impact on the families you serve.
Through Cathy's child-centered guidance, her clients—parents, therapist, and attorney—have made strides in:
TESTIFY WITH CONFIDENCE AND CONTROL
After experiencing the testifying training and appearing in court for the first time, our client, a Therapist, felt prepared and centered in what they needed to do. This Therapist no longer feared that their license was at risk.
EFFECTIVELY WORKING WITH HIGH-CONFLICT FAMILIES AND MAINTAINING A CHILD-CENTER APPROACH
For one therapist, having a step by step method of working with high conflict families, especially those that have broken parent-child relationships, made the process easier to guide these families to success.
IDENTIFYING HARMFUL PARENTAL PATTERNS AND ESTABLISHING EMOTIONAL STABILITY
Our legal client came to us to better understand basic child development and when to recognize child abuse, helping them advocate for children within their current and on-going family law cases.
FOCUSING ON THEIR CHILD'S EMOTIONAL PERSECTIVE AND NEEDS TO REBUILD THEIR RELATIONSHIP
After months of not seeing his children, one dad shifted his focus on his children perspective and made them feel seen and heard. Now he enjoys over nights and a normal life again with them.
HITTING BOOKSHELVES IN SPRING 2026
The Rejected Parent: Reconnect & Rebuild Your Relationship with Your Child Using Powerful Attachment-Based Skills
The Rejected Parent provides clarity and compassion for those facing parental rejection. Discover the possible reasons your child may be pulling away—and why they might align with one parent over the other.
Ready to Take the First Step Toward Rebuilding Relationships?
Book a discovery call today. During your introduction session, together with Cathy, you'll explore how her child-centered approach can help you navigate even the toughest family dynamics. Whether you're a parent, therapist, or attorney, Cathy's here to guide you with clarity and compassion.