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Voice of the Child London Ontario
At London Trauma Therapy, our Voice of the Child (VOTC) Reports provide children with a safe, supportive space to express their thoughts, feelings, and experiences during separation, divorce, or parenting disputes. This service ensures that a child’s perspective is heard and accurately reflected, helping families, courts, lawyers, and mediators make informed, child-centered decisions.
We approach every report with compassion, trauma-informed care, and a strong commitment to the child’s emotional safety.
What Is a Voice of the Child Report?
A Voice of the Child Report is a structured, neutral summary of a child’s views and preferences regarding parenting arrangements or changes in their family. Unlike therapy, this is an assessment-based service that focuses on gathering and presenting the child’s perspective.
These reports are commonly used during family law matters, mediation, arbitration, and high-conflict separation or divorce cases where understanding the child’s experience is essential.
Who Benefits From a Voice of the Child Report?
Voice of the Child Reports are helpful for:
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Parents navigating separation, divorce, or custody arrangements
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Lawyers needing a neutral, child-focused perspective to support legal decision-making
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Mediators and arbitrators seeking accurate information for family dispute resolution
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Judges and court systems wanting to ensure the child’s voice is included
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Children who need a safe, supportive space to express their feelings without pressure
VOTC Reports are especially beneficial in high-conflict situations, complex parenting disputes, and cases where the child’s emotional experience is unclear or differs between households.
What the Service Includes
Our Voice of the Child process is clear, structured, and trauma-informed. It typically includes:
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A parent intake meeting to gather background information
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Two private, developmentally appropriate interviews with the child
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Observation of emotional, relational, and communication patterns
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A comprehensive, neutral written report outlining the child’s views and preferences
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Clear language that supports legal, clinical, and family decision-making
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Optional clarification meeting for parents or legal professionals
We prioritize transparency, emotional safety, and the child’s comfort every step of the way.
Our Approach
At London Trauma Therapy, we use a child-centered, trauma-informed, and developmentally sensitive approach to all VOTC assessments. We understand the complexities of family transitions and work carefully to protect the child’s emotional wellbeing while gathering accurate, unbiased information.
Our clinicians have extensive experience supporting children, families, and complex mental health and parenting dynamics.
How to Access This Service
If you are navigating separation or custody decisions and want to ensure your child’s voice is heard, we are here to help.
Call: 226-777-7702
Email: info@londontraumatherapy.com
