What this assessment is

When parents separate, a psychological evaluation can help the court understand each parent’s capacity and the child’s needs. GWI provides neutral, child-focused custody evaluations.

The law behind it — Family Code

Under the Family Code, custody decisions are guided by one main rule: the best interest of the child.

Generally, a child under seven years old stays with the mother — this is called the “tender-age presumption” — unless there is a strong reason showing this would harm the child.

The court looks at each parent’s ability to care for the child, the child’s needs, and the safety and stability each home can offer.

How we help

• Neutral evaluation of both parents and the child
• Assessment of parenting capacity and the child’s needs
• Court-ready report and expert testimony