Professional Resources for Parents

Navigating family court proceedings can feel overwhelming, especially when mental health professionals become involved in your case. The documents and guidelines on this page are typically written for psychiatrists and other professionals; however, I believe parents also deserve to have access to these important resources.

My goal is to empower you with knowledge about the professional standards and practices that may impact your family's situation. Understanding these guidelines can help you better prepare for assessments, know what to expect from expert witnesses, and feel more confident in discussions with legal and mental health professionals.

Remember: this information is for educational purposes and doesn't replace personalised legal or professional advice for your specific situation.

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    RANZCP Practice Guideline

    This Professional Practice Guideline was published in February 2019 by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) to guide psychiatrist members involved in Australian Family Court proceedings.

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    Build it.

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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    Grow it.

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.