Early Childhood Reunification Therapy in California (Ages 0–5)
Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) Support for High Conflict Custody Cases

A Gentle, Attachment-Based Approach to Rebuilding Parent-Child Relationships

We provide child parent psychotherapy (CPP) reunification support for young children navigating high-conflict custody cases. Our services are designed for families involved in court-involved therapy for children in California, especially when a child is resisting visitation or experiencing attachment disruption.

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You’re in the Right Place If…

  • Your child is 0–5 years old and showing fear, resistance, or confusion toward a parent

  • Your case involves court, custody disputes, or high conflict co-parenting

  • Your child struggles with regulation, attachment, or transitions between homes

  • You want your child to have a safe space separate from reunification sessions

Why Early Childhood Support Is Critical

Children ages 0–5 do not have the language to explain their distress, they express it through behavior, attachment, and regulation.
Without early support, these patterns can become long-term relational difficulties.

How CPP Supports Reunification (Not Replaces It)

Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) is not reunification therapy.
It is a parallel, supportive therapy designed to:

  • Help children regulate their nervous system

  • Process fear, confusion, or trauma

  • Strengthen attachment safety

  • Prepare the child emotionally for reunification work

When a Young Child is Resistant or Afraid…

it’s a signal that their nervous system does not feel safe. Our role is to gently rebuild that safety.
Children ages 0–5 often do not have the words to explain their emotions, but they show distress through:

  • Separation anxiety

  • Fear or avoidance of a parent

  • Emotional shutdown or dysregulation

  • Clinginess or regression

  • Behavioral changes during transitions

In high-conflict situations, pushing reunification too quickly can increase distress rather than resolve it.

The Quiroz Bridge Method: Early Attachment Track™

At The Couples Therapy & Reunification Counseling, we use a developmentally informed approach to reunification.

For children ages 0–5, we begin with an additional phase:

Phase 0: Attachment Stabilization

This phase is designed to help your child feel safe, regulated, and emotionally supported before reunification begins.

We incorporate:

  • Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP)-informed care

  • Attachment-based interventions

  • Nervous system regulation

  • Parent-child relationship strengthening

  • Trauma-informed support

Once your child is ready, we gently transition into structured reunification using the Quiroz Bridge Method.

HOW THIS WORKS

A Collaborative, Two-Therapist Model

Your family is supported by a coordinated clinical team:

Early Childhood Specialist (CPP-Informed Therapist)

Works directly with your child and primary caregiver to:

  • Build emotional safety

  • Reduce fear and distress

  • Strengthen attachment

Reunification Therapist

Guides the overall process by:

  • Structuring reunification phases

  • Coordinating with parents and attorneys

  • Gradually reintroducing the estranged parent

  • Monitoring progress and readiness

This ensures your child is supported emotionally and clinically at every step.

FOR COURT-INVOLVED CASES

Trusted Support for High-Conflict Custody Situations

Our approach is especially helpful in cases involving:

  • High-conflict co-parenting

  • Custody disputes

  • Court-ordered reunification therapy

  • Children resisting visitation

  • Allegations of trauma or emotional distress

We prioritize:

  • Developmentally appropriate care

  • Emotional safety and stabilization

  • Clear clinical structure

  • Ongoing communication with legal professionals when appropriate

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Limited availability for early childhood cases

WHEN THIS SERVICE IS RECOMMENDED

This service may be a good fit if your child:

  • Is between the ages of 0–5

  • Shows fear, resistance, or distress toward a parent

  • Has experienced high-conflict family dynamics

  • Struggles with transitions between homes

  • Needs a slower, more supportive approach before reunification

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

  • Specialized care for young children (0–5)

  • Integration of attachment therapy and reunification therapy

  • Trauma-informed and child-centered approach

  • Bilingual services available (English and Spanish)

  • Collaboration with attorneys and court systems

  • Led by experienced reunification specialists

We do not rush reunification.
We build it on a foundation of safety, trust, and connection.

Let’s Support Your Child Together

If your child is struggling in a reunification or custody situation, you don’t have to navigate this alone.

Schedule a consultation today to learn how we can help.

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