Co-Parenting Protection & Documentation in High-Conflict Situations - the Ex is Trying to Discredit You to the Therapist

If your ex is using therapy sessions to discredit you, you’re likely also dealing with constant text messages, false accusations, and emotional sabotage. High-conflict co-parenting can feel like walking through a legal minefield—but you can protect yourself by communicating strategically and documenting everything.

1. Use Written Communication Only

Text and email are your best tools. Avoid phone calls or in-person interactions where words can be twisted later. Use a tone that’s calm, non-defensive, and focused on the child.

Stick to facts:

• “Johnny was dropped off at 6:00 PM per the schedule.”

• “I offered to attend the therapy session together, and you declined.”

Apps like OurFamilyWizard or TalkingParents can help maintain an indisputable communication log admissible in court.

2. Document Every Deviation

If your ex is claiming the child is “too anxious” to visit, or that therapy sessions are now required during your parenting time, document it in real-time. Ask for official written recommendations from the therapist—not second-hand claims.

Create a simple custody journal:

• Dates and times of exchanges

• Any refusals or cancellations

• Summary of child’s mood or statements

3. Refuse to Play the Emotional Game

If your ex says things like “The therapist thinks you’re emotionally harmful,” don’t argue. Instead, ask for documentation. Say:

“If this is a recommendation by the therapist, please provide that in writing so I can review it with my attorney.”

This approach shows the court you’re measured and willing to cooperate, while your ex may come off as reactive or controlling.

4. Stick to the Parenting Plan

If you’ve got a court order, follow it to the letter. If your ex is unilaterally making changes based on vague “therapeutic advice,” that’s a red flag—and one the court may act on if properly documented.

5. Build a File for Court

Include:

• All co-parenting app conversations

• All missed visitation instances

• Any emails referencing therapy

• Third-party witness accounts (teachers, school counselors, etc.)

Bottom Line: You can’t control a manipulative ex, but you can control your documentation, communication, and calm. That’s how you win credibility in court.

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About Michael Capleone, Attorney at Law

Michael Capleone is a seasoned family law attorney based in Hoover, Alabama, with over 22+ years of experience helping clients navigate complex legal challenges, including divorce, child custody, parental rights, grandparent’s rights, military divorces, petition for protection from abuse, CPS and DHR matters, father’s rights, mother’s rights, relationship advice, pets/ animal custody when a relationship or marriage ends, and general family law matters, co-parenting, dealing with a narcissist, emotional recovery, and much more! As a licensed practicing attorney since 2003, is a dedicated advocate for his clients, Michael understands the emotional and legal complexities of family law cases and works tirelessly to secure favorable outcomes in his law practice.

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