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Reunification therapy in Boise
When a parent and child have been apart, whether because of a custody dispute, a difficult separation, or time away, getting back together isn't as simple as scheduling a visit. Reunification therapy makes the process safe, structured, and paced for the child.
Does this sound familiar?
- A court order calls for reunification or reintegration therapy
- A child is refusing contact with a parent, or contact keeps going badly
- A parent is returning after treatment, incarceration, deployment, or time away
- Co-parents can't agree on how to reintroduce a parent
- You want the relationship back but don't know how to start
- You need a neutral clinician who will put the child first
You don't need to check every box, and you don't need a diagnosis to reach out.
How reunification therapy works
It begins with an assessment of the child, each parent, and the history, then moves in stages: preparing the child, preparing the parent, carefully structured first contacts, and building toward normal time together. The pace is set by the child's readiness, not the calendar.
Our role
The therapist is neutral. We are not on either parent's side, and we don't decide custody. Our job is the child's safety and wellbeing and, where it's appropriate, a healthy relationship with both parents. We coordinate with attorneys, guardians ad litem, and the court as needed and provide the documentation the process requires.
Who does this work
Joe Arzola, LCSW, has more than two decades of experience with families and court-involved cases. Charlene Holloway, LMSW, brings deep experience with children and trauma, which matters when the separation itself was painful.
Therapists who work with this
Each has a different style. Read a profile, pick the person who sounds right, and request an appointment with them directly.
Common questions
Is this court ordered?
Often, but not always. Some families come on their own because they want a structured, neutral way to rebuild. If there's a court order, bring it to the first appointment so we can align with what it requires.
How long does it take?
It depends on the history and the child's readiness. Some families move through it in a few months; entrenched situations take longer. We'll be honest with you about progress.
Will you write reports for the court?
We provide documentation of attendance and progress as the process requires. We don't make custody recommendations; that's the court's role.
Does insurance cover reunification therapy?
Sometimes, when it's part of treatment for a diagnosed condition. Often it's paid out of pocket, and courts sometimes allocate the cost between parents. Ask when you call. See fees and insurance.
Ready when you are.
Reaching out is the hardest step. The rest we'll figure out together.
Request an appointment