Supervised visitation is structured time between a parent and child in the presence of a trained, neutral third party. It is used when a court or the parents determine that additional safety and documentation are needed during contact.
A monitored exchange is a brief, professionally managed hand-off of a child from one parent to the other so the parents do not need to interact directly. It is common in shared-custody cases, especially where there is a restraining order.
A monitor stays within eyeshot and earshot throughout the visit, documents observations objectively, redirects unsafe conversations, and ensures the child's physical and emotional safety. Monitors do not coach, evaluate, or take sides.
All monitors meet or exceed California's professional monitor standards. They are fingerprinted, background-checked, trained in CPR and first aid, and complete ongoing education in domestic violence awareness, mandated reporting, and child safety.
An agency gives you professional documentation, backup coverage, consistent reporting, and neutrality. Family-member monitors can be well-intentioned but are rarely accepted as neutral parties by the court.
Pricing depends on time, location, and services requested. We are happy to provide a no-obligation quote. Payment responsibility is set by the court's order or the parents' written agreement.
Start with a free consultation. We walk through your case, confirm your court documents, complete an intake with each party, and schedule the first visit — usually within days.
Unless the court restricts it, visits can be on-site at an approved location, off-site in the community, at a parent's home, or via video. The monitor must approve each location in advance.
Typically only the non-custodial parent, the child, and the monitor. Relatives or partners may attend if the court permits or both parents agree in writing.
Yes. Every visit generates a factual, neutral report. Declarations and in-court testimony are available when properly subpoenaed.