In the midst of separation or divorce, children often experience deep emotional shifts, confusion, and concern about their place in a changing family.
Ana Ricciuti offers child specialist services within the Collaborative Divorce process, helping ensure your child's emotional needs are acknowledged and understood in a safe, developmentally appropriate way.
Her role is to bring your child’s voice, not their choices, into the process in a way that is grounded, protective, and respectful of their unique needs.
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Why Parents Choose a Child Specialist
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Protects your child’s emotional well-being during separation
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Helps parents understand how the child is processing the changes
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Reduces conflict by providing a shared, unbiased perspective on the child’s experience
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Supports long-term outcomes by aligning parenting plans with your child’s developmental needs
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Helps neurodivergent children express themselves in a way that feels safe and supported
With a background in behavioural intervention and counselling, Ana is especially equipped to support children with Autism, ADHD, anxiety, or sensory sensitivities—ensuring they feel heard, regulated, and protected throughout the process.
What to Expect
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One-on-one sessions between Ana and the child(ren) in a safe, relaxed setting
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Feedback meetings with co-parents, providing insights while protecting the child’s privacy
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Recommendations for parenting plans or family communication based on the child’s developmental and emotional needs
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Collaboration with your legal or collaborative team to ensure your child’s needs are central to the process
This Service is Right If You:
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Are involved in collaborative divorce or separation
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Want your child to feel supported, not caught in the middle
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Are creating a parenting plan and want guidance based on your child’s specific needs
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Are co-parenting a neurodivergent child and want to ensure their voice is understood
What is Collaborative Family Law?
Collaborative Family Law is a voluntary process where separating partners agree to resolve issues—like parenting plans and asset division—without going to court. It involves a team-based approach, including lawyers, divorce coaches, financial specialists, and child specialists, all working together to support the family as a whole.
As a Child Specialist, Ana is the only team member who meets directly with your child. She helps ensure their needs and experiences are understood during the planning process—without putting them in the position of having to “choose sides.” Her neutrality and child-focused expertise make her a trusted voice within collaborative divorce teams.
Want to Learn More?
If you’re unsure whether a child specialist is the right fit for your situation, Ana offers brief consultations to help clarify the best next step for your family.
Ana is Based in British Columbia | Serving Families In-Person and Online
