After court

Dealing with outcomes

• Act as a coach or cheerleader. Validate the woman’s feelings. Acknowledge her strengths and courage.
• Clarify the outcomes, and share your notes. The woman may be too anxious and emotional to take in the process with clarity.
• Ensure the woman understands the implications of the outcomes. If there is time, support her in debriefing with her lawyer.
• Arrange your next meeting and, if necessary, a next meeting with her lawyer.
• Discuss options for self-care, support and how she will process the outcomes after leaving court.