Child Custody

Chris Mulchay, PhD, ABPP (Forensic) & Sean B. Knuth, PhD

Ask the Experts: Strategies for Gathering and Interpreting Electronically Stored Information (ESI)

Evaluations conducted within the context of child custody litigation can be among the most complex evaluations undertaken by mental health professionals. Data collection for these evaluations typically falls into one of several foundational categories: direct and collateral interviews, psychological testing, review of records, and observed interactions. Within the category of ‘records,’ data from emails, text messages, social networking site (SNS) posts, various cell, tablet, or computer applications, and other online sources of interpersonal communication can provide evaluators with information useful for their evaluation’s purpose.

President's Message

Michael Saini, PhD, MSW, RSW

AFCC President's Message

Happy New Year, and All the Best in 2025!
As we enter the new year, I’m excited to reflect on our shared commitment to building solutions for families navigating complex transitions. My focus for 2025 will be on Framing, Reframing, and Depolarizing—three interconnected approaches that I believe can inspire innovation, collaboration, and transformation in family law practice. I hope you will join me in centralizing these themes in your work this year.