Child Custody Mediation in Orange County Superior Court

Miriam Galindo

Introduction• Dr. Miriam Galindo is a private practice psychologist and

licensed clinical social worker in Irvine, California, where she has performed child custody evaluations for over a decade. Dr. Miriam Galindo plays an active role in child custody and divorce cases in the Orange County Superior Court.

In the state of California, families involved in divorce proceedings are required by law to participate in child custody mediation. Conducted by trained Court Mediators, child custody mediation is intended to create a dialogue between parents regarding the best interests of the child.

Child Custody Mediation• Court Mediators at Orange County Superior Court must

hold at least a master’s degree in relevant fields such as psychology and family counseling. Mediators must also undergo extensive training in domestic violence, substance abuse, family dynamics, the effects of divorce on children, and other areas. During child custody mediation, Court Mediators listen to the ideas of parents and encourage all parties to approach the process with an open mind. Court Mediators help parents to develop a parenting strategy that meets the unique developmental needs of each child.