Supervised Visitation in Fairfax, VA
Safe, structured and professionally monitored visits that protect children and support families through transition.
A Neutral Professional in the Room
In supervised visitation, a child maintains contact with a non-custodial parent or family member under the observation of a neutral, trained professional.
Our supervisors do not take sides. Their sole focus is the safety and emotional experience of the child, documenting observations objectively. All visits take place in our Fairfax office, a calm, child-friendly space.
Common Situations
- Court-ordered situations
- Safety concerns, such as a history of domestic violence, abuse, neglect or substance use
- Reestablishing contact
- High-conflict separations
- Voluntary arrangements
- Reunification support coordinated with a therapist, attorney or guardian ad litem
What Visit Notes Include
Notes are written to the standards expected by Virginia family courts and shared with attorneys or submitted at your attorney's direction. We do not make custody recommendations.
- Who attended
- How long the visit lasted
- Activities
- Notable interactions
Three Steps and a Handoff Option
1
Initial Consultation
$200. We review your situation and any court orders.
2
Intake and Agreements
Both parties complete paperwork covering visit rules, communication protocols and expectations.
3
Supervised Visits Begin
$175 per hour. Visits typically last one to three hours, set by court order or agreement.
4
Monitored Exchange Only
A professional facilitates the handoff between parents without supervising the visit.
Cancellations and Incidents
Please give at least 48 hours notice to cancel; late cancellations may be charged a partial session. Supervisors are trained to de-escalate and, if necessary, end a visit. Incidents are documented and reported, and emergency services are contacted if needed.
Fees for Supervised Visitation
Initial consultation $200. Supervised visits $175 per hour. Call (571) 264-8192 with questions about fees.
Offered in person at our Fairfax office only.
Questions About Supervised Visitation
- Do both parents need to agree?
- Not always. When supervised visitation is court-ordered, both parties are required to comply regardless of personal agreement. For voluntary arrangements, both parents typically need to consent to the service and sign intake paperwork.
- What do reports include?
- Factual observations: who attended, how long, activities and notable interactions. No custody recommendations.
- How much notice do I need to cancel?
- At least 48 hours.
- What if there is an incident?
- The supervisor de-escalates or ends the visit, documents it, and contacts emergency services if needed.
- How long does supervision last?
- As set by court order or agreement.
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Bring Your Court Order to the Consultation
Call the office to book the $200 initial consultation. Have any court orders and your attorney's contact details ready.