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VICTORIA HASBANI, MSW
Registered Social Worker
Therapy and Family Mediation
Parenting plan assessments and court-involved family services
Westboro Village Therapy and Assessment
370 Churchill Avenue North, Suite 301
Ottawa, Ontario K1Z 5C2
Separation and Court-Involved Services
These services are provided to families, counsel, and professionals involved in parenting disputes or seeking independent clinical input.
Parenting Plan Assessments (Section 30)
Parenting Plan Assessments are conducted pursuant to Section 30 of the Children’s Law Reform Act and are intended to assist in determining parenting arrangements that are in the best interests of the child.
The process involves interviews with each parent, interviews with the child(ren), and consultation with relevant collateral sources where appropriate. A written report is provided to the parties, counsel and/or court.
These assessments may be court-ordered or completed on consent of the parties.
Voice of the Child Reports
Voice of the Child Reports provide a structured opportunity for children to share their views and preferences within the context of separation.
The process typically includes meetings with the child(ren) in each parent’s care, as well as brief intake meetings with each parent. The report reflects the child’s perspectives at the time of the interviews. No recommendations are made.
Mediation for Parenting Plans
Mediation services are available to assist parents in resolving parenting-related disputes and developing parenting plans. The process is structured, child-focused, and aimed at facilitating practical and workable agreements.
Participation is voluntary, and the mediator does not make decisions or provide legal advice. Sessions may be conducted jointly or separately, depending on the needs of the parties.
Consultation and Professional Services
Consultation services are available for professionals working with complex family matters, including high-conflict separation and court-involved cases.
Consultation may focus on parenting disputes, complex family dynamics, and clinical or ethical considerations arising in separation and divorce work. This may include case review, discussion of clinical approaches, and consideration of practice-related issues.
Ongoing consultation or supervision may be available on a limited basis for social workers and mental health professionals.