Child & Family and Forensic Assessments
Structured, independent assessment of children, families and complex relational matters.
Child and family assessments consider the child within the broader family system and may examine relationships, parenting functioning, family dynamics, communication, routines, contextual factors and circumstances relevant to the presenting concern.
Where specifically commissioned for a forensic or legal context, the assessment is undertaken within a clearly defined scope and with appropriate consideration of the information, questions and professional issues relevant to the matter.
Child & Family Assessment
A structured assessment may include:
- Interviews and consultations
- Review of relevant information
- Parent–child observation
- Interactional analysis
- Developmental considerations
- Family-system formulation
- Professional recommendations where commissioned
Forensic Assessment
Where appropriate to the professional scope and commissioning instructions, Kirsten can undertake structured assessments and provide professional reports relevant to care, contact, parenting functioning and family relationships.
Professional principles
- Clear purpose and scope
- Independent professional judgement
- Child-centred assessment
- Evidence-informed analysis
- Transparent limitations
- Appropriate documentation
- Professional communication with relevant professionals
The purpose, scope and methodology of each assessment are determined according to the circumstances of the matter and the professional question being addressed.
Avoid claims that reports are guaranteed to be 'court-admissible', will 'withstand the toughest scrutiny', or will produce a particular legal outcome.
Contact Me
Contact me to explore the professional support that may be most appropriate for your child and family.
My mission is to deliver exceptional, discreet, and effective solutions that bring clarity, resilience, and resolution. When you engage with me, you gain a trusted consultant, a strategic partner, and a proven expert committed to achieving meaningful, lasting outcomes. My work is not rushed, generic, or procedural. It is thoughtful, strategic, and grounded in real outcomes for children and families
