Family Law Resources

Co-Parenting Communication Platform

Our Family Wizard helps parents organize communication, parenting schedules, shared expenses, and important family information in one place. The platform is designed to support more organized and effective co-parenting.

Co-Parenting Communication Platform

TalkingParents provides a structured communication platform that allows parents to exchange messages, coordinate schedules, and maintain records of conversations. The service is designed to promote accountability and reduce communication disputes.

Family Calendar & Organization Tool

Cozi helps families coordinate schedules, appointments, activities, and household responsibilities through a shared digital platform. The tool can be especially helpful for parents managing busy schedules across multiple households.

Early Childhood & Family Support

Bright Beginnings helps families access parenting support, child development resources, and early childhood services during the critical early years of a child's life. The organization is focused on helping children grow, learn, and develop while supporting parents and caregivers.

Online Parenting Community

Cuyahoga Parents Connect offers parents access to local resources, parenting information, family activities, and community support. The online community helps families connect with trusted information and other parents throughout Cuyahoga County.

Fatherhood & Parenting Education Program

Boot Camp for New Dads is a free program offered through Cuyahoga County that helps expectant and new fathers build confidence, learn practical parenting skills, and prepare for the transition into parenthood. Participants can learn from experienced fathers and gain resources designed to support healthy family relationships.

Individual, Family & Relationship Counseling

Parker's Counseling Services provides counseling and support for individuals, couples, and families experiencing personal, relational, or life challenges. Services are designed to help clients navigate change, improve communication, and strengthen well-being.

Individual, Family & Behavioral Health Services

Behavioral Wellness Group provides counseling, group therapy, and other behavioral health services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Services focus on supporting emotional well-being, personal growth, and healthy relationships.

Children, Adolescents & Family Services

Inspire Kids Behavioral Health provides behavioral health services for children, adolescents, and families. Programs are designed to support emotional wellness, healthy development, and family functioning.

Mental Health Provider Directory

Psychology Today connects individuals with therapists, counselors, psychologists, and support groups based on location, specialty, and insurance coverage. The directory can help families identify providers that meet their specific needs.

Therapist Matching Service

Mental Health Match helps individuals find therapists based on personal preferences, treatment goals, and insurance information. The platform is designed to simplify the process of connecting with a mental health professional.

Mental Health & Substance Use Treatment Locator

FindTreatment.gov helps individuals locate mental health, behavioral health, and substance use treatment providers across the country. The directory provides search tools for finding services based on location and treatment needs.

Experiencing domestic violence can feel overwhelming, but support is available. The following resources provide crisis intervention, safety planning, advocacy, shelter services, support programs, and connections to additional assistance for individuals and families affected by domestic violence.

24-Hour Crisis Support

The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides confidential support, safety planning, and referrals for individuals experiencing abuse. Assistance is available 24 hours a day through phone, text, and online chat.

24-Hour Helpline: 800-799-7233

Advocacy, Education & Support Services

Formerly known as the Domestic Violence & Child Advocacy Center (DVCAC), Journey Center for Safety and Healing provides advocacy, crisis intervention, emergency shelter, counseling, support groups, and other services for individuals and families affected by domestic violence and child abuse. Programs are designed to promote safety, healing, and access to community resources.

24-Hour Helpline: 216-391-4357

Statewide Resource Directory

The Ohio Domestic Violence Network connects survivors with local programs, educational materials, and support services throughout Ohio. Resources are available for individuals seeking safety, advocacy, and additional assistance.

Lorain County Domestic Violence Services

Genesis House provides shelter, advocacy, children's services, and supportive programming for survivors of domestic violence. The organization helps individuals and families access safety planning, resources, and ongoing support.

Phone: 440-244-1853

Toxic Relationship Support

Find Your Voice Now provides support groups, educational programming, advocacy, and community resources for survivors of abuse. Programs are designed to foster connection, healing, and long-term support.

Community Support & Peer Connection

Many counseling centers, nonprofit organizations, and community agencies throughout Greater Cleveland offer support groups for adults, parents, teens, and children navigating family transitions. Local organizations may provide groups focused on divorce recovery, parenting challenges, family relationships, and emotional well-being.

A widely recognized guide to helping children thrive between two households while building a successful co-parenting relationship.

Provides practical guidance for creating a healthy co-parenting relationship and supporting children through family transitions.

Offers communication strategies designed to reduce conflict and improve interactions between co-parents.

Provides practical advice for helping children adjust to separation and divorce while minimizing unnecessary conflict.

Research-based guidance for understanding how divorce affects children and how parents can support them through the process.

An age-appropriate story that helps explain divorce from a child's perspective. The book addresses common concerns children may have while encouraging healthy conversations with trusted adults.

A simple story that helps children understand life between two homes after separation or divorce. The book illustrates how children can maintain meaningful relationships with both parents in different households.

A reassuring story that helps children understand they remain connected to loved ones, even when they are apart. The book is often used to support children experiencing separation, loss, or significant life changes.

A child-friendly introduction to divorce and changing family structures. The book uses age-appropriate illustrations and language to help children understand family transitions and common questions surrounding divorce.

1 W. Lakeside Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44113

Public parking is available in the Huntington Parking Garage behind the courthouse, though spaces may be limited. Additional public garages and surface lots are located within a few blocks of the building, so arriving early is recommended.

225 Court Street
Elyria, OH 44035

The court is located within the Lorain County Justice Center in downtown Elyria. Public parking is available in nearby county parking areas and public lots surrounding the courthouse.

47 North Park Place
Painesville, OH 44077

The court is located in downtown Painesville near the courthouse complex. Public parking is generally available in surrounding courthouse and downtown parking areas.

100 Short Court Street
Chardon, OH 44024

The court is located in downtown Chardon within the Geauga County Courthouse complex. Limited public parking is available around the courthouse and on nearby streets. Additional public parking can typically be found within walking distance of the courthouse square. Arriving early is recommended, especially during busy court hours.

205 South High Street
Akron, OH 44308

The court is located in downtown Akron within the Summit County Courthouse complex. Public parking is available in nearby parking garages, surface lots, and metered parking areas throughout downtown.

93 Public Square
Medina, OH 44256

The court is located in Historic Medina Square within the Medina County Courthouse. Public parking is generally available around the square and in nearby municipal parking areas.