The same is true if the client fails to keep agreements made during the course of negotiations, for instance an agreement to consult a vocational counselor, or an agreement to engage in
joint parenting counseling.
Not exact matches
Where
parents agree that
counsel is necessary in order to achieve the best resolution for the children, Andrea will accept a
joint retainer to act on their behalf.
The abusive partner may disallow the child to obtain mental health care or
counseling (if there is
joint decision making, therapists are required to obtain consent from both the
parents) so that their objectionable details details are not shared to the therapist.
NOTE: While not required by Virginia law, when possible and / or agreeable, we recommend and can facilitate a
joint counseling session between the birthmother /
parents and the prospective adoptive
parents.