Court-Appointed Family Services throughout Florida
Providing Social Investigations, Parenting Coordination, Guardian ad Litem services, Family Mediation, Forensic Family Law Consulting, and Divorce Coaching for families, attorneys, and courts throughout Florida.
Serving families, attorneys, and courts through a child-centered, family systems approach informed by clinical expertise, forensic practice, and alternative dispute resolution.
A Different Perspective on Family Law
Family law is about more than resolving legal disputes. The decisions made during a family law case are shaped by family relationships, communication patterns, child development, conflict, and the realities of how families function every day. Meaningful, lasting solutions require an understanding of both the legal process and the people living through it.
That perspective is the foundation of Vann Mediation & Resolution Services.
Heather Vann brings an integrated perspective to every case through her experience as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Florida Supreme Court Family Mediator, Parenting Coordinator, Court-Qualified Expert, Social Investigator, and Guardian ad Litem. Drawing upon expertise in family systems, child development, conflict resolution, forensic practice, and alternative dispute resolution, she helps families, attorneys, and courts navigate complex family law matters with professionalism, objectivity, and confidence.
Whether conducting comprehensive Social Investigations, assisting parents in implementing parenting plans, serving as a Guardian ad Litem, facilitating family mediation, providing divorce coaching, or consulting with attorneys and mental health professionals, every service is guided by the same principles: thoughtful analysis, professional neutrality, child-centered decision-making, and practical solutions that support informed decisions and long-term family stability.
Families. Attorneys. Courts.
Families deserve services that recognize the complexity of their circumstances and the unique needs of their children.
Attorneys deserve a trusted professional who understands both the legal process and the family dynamics that influence successful outcomes.
Courts deserve objective, balanced, and well-reasoned work that supports informed decision-making in the best interests of children.
Every service at Vann Mediation & Resolution Services is designed with those goals in mind.
Our Approach
- Family systems expertise integrated into every service
- Child-centered, developmentally informed decision-making
- Objective, balanced, and impartial professional services
- Thoughtful analysis informed by clinical systems and family law knowledge
- Professional collaboration with families, attorneys, and the courts
- Practical, solution-focused approaches that reduce conflict and support durable outcomes
- Secure virtual services available throughout Florida, with travel available for court-appointed responsibilities as needed
Every family and every case present unique circumstances. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, services are tailored to the needs of the family, the issues before the court, and the goals of each appointment.
Services for Every Stage of the Family Court Process
Social Investigations
A court-ordered evaluation that provides the court with findings and recommendations regarding parenting-related issues and the best interests of the child.
Guardian ad Litem
An independent professional appointed to investigate and advocate for the best interests of a child during family court proceedings.
Parenting Coordination
A child-focused dispute resolution process that helps parents implement parenting plans, comply with court orders, and reduce ongoing co-parenting conflict.
Family Mediation
A neutral, confidential process that helps parties resolve family law disputes and reach mutually acceptable agreements without unnecessary litigation.
Forensic Consultation for Mental Health Professionals
Specialized consultation for mental health professionals seeking guidance on the clinical, developmental, and family dynamics issues that arise in family law cases.
Divorce Coaching
Personalized guidance and practical support to help individuals navigate the emotional, parenting, and decision-making challenges of separation, divorce, and litigation.
Heather Vann practices through two separate professional entities: Heather Vann Counseling & Consulting and Vann Mediation & Resolution Services.
Each practice serves a distinct function and operates under different ethical and legal standards. Services provided through one practice do not establish a professional relationship within the other practice. To avoid conflicts of interest and preserve professional integrity, clients may receive services through only one practice in connection with a particular family or legal matter.