FAQ

This is not legal advice. I offer consultations to attorneys from the perspective of a therapist who has significant experience working with court-involved therapy and has seen the types of questions attorneys are likely to ask. I can help you understand what types of therapy may be appropriate for your clients and what to look out for according to the developmental ages of the children attorneys represent (or their parents). I have also helped develop full presentations in “Supporting Parents & Children in Family Court” for the San Diego Family Law Bar Association (SDFLBA) and can share this material as well.

Yes! Please reach out so we can discuss what information would be most helpful for your firm and the length of presentation you’re looking for.

I regularly work with attorneys in family law and dependency court, as well as with both parents’ attorneys and the minor’s counsel.

Unfortunately, we cannot predict or guarantee whether these skills will positively impact your specific situation; each person and case is unique. However, This course is designed and delivered by an experienced mental health professional specializing in court-involved cases. The goal of this course is to inform you on what to expect in an average courtroom experience and ways to succinctly and directly answer questions that should help avoid a negative outcome.

They are for mental health practitioners who want to stop avoiding cases that may put them at risk for subpoena so they can confidently serve the clients who need their help the most. They're for any mental health practitioners that have received a subpoena and want to be prepared for court, understand what to expect, and handle ethical situations with confidence to protect their license.

Yes! You will be able to login to your account to access all the video content and resources at your convenience. No mess, no stress. And you will have lifetime access to the course content, so that you can refer back to it whenever needed.

If you don't come away with more knowledge and confidence after watching even a handful of our course videos, just send us an email to let us know and we'll be more than happy to issue you a full refund within the first 30 days of enrolling in either course.

Yes! I enjoy the testifying process. It's not so scary once you learn what to expect for the process and feel confident in what you can and cannot say, as well as how to protect your clients on the stand.

I have personally been called in to testify now for decades. While there are definitely some basic resources here and there online, there is nothing available out there that has the in-depth coverage that these courses do. If you truly want to feel secure and confident from the moment you receive a subpoena until the time you leave the stand and head home after testifying, there is no substitute for the content we've put together for you in these courses.

NO. We are not attorneys. These courses do not replace your need to consult with an attorney. This is peer advice focusing on your exposure to a learning experience to help support you in a future court appearance; it is not legal advice.

Please email me at anytime here: cathy@himlinconsulting.com. I look forward to meeting you and answering any questions or concerns you may have before getting started!

The class uses elements of and teaching from evidence-based concepts and teachings, such as: EFFT (Emotion-Focused Family Therapy), research provided via link: https://www.mentalhealthfoundations.ca/efft Dr. Dan Siegel: https://drdansiegel.com/biography/ AFCC (Association of Family and Conciliation Courts): https://www.afccnet.org/ These teachings are especially tailored for parents facing rejection from their children.

Yes! While the main format of the class can be completed in 8 hours, diving deeper into practice examples and scripts can make the class's benefits even more powerful with extra hours of practice.

Unlike courses generally created simply to satisfy a court requirement, we offer an environment where parents can truly learn and practice the skills to help you reconnect with your child. This class is a live, interactive, high-conflict parenting class specifically tailored to your child’s developmental age, their needs, and your specific familial situation.

Absolutely! Any parent can learn to connect with their child more deeply and improve their communication skills.

Yes, upon completion of the class requirements.

Suppose I’m not interested in the whole class but have a specific communication issue with my child. Can I still do individual consultations with you to discuss my specific issue rather than take the entire class?

No, the child is not involved in the class. Instead, parents can practice what they learn in the class between appointments and use role-play scripts to help with specific issues/conversations they may be expecting to have.

A major focus of the class is helping parents learn to recognize and express empathy by validating their child’s feelings and ensuring their child feels safe. This can reconnect them emotionally and create safety to repair the relationship.

The class has instruction, role play, and handouts, among other methods.

Absolutely! I have experience working with parents who are dealing with a wide variety of issues.