Personal Information
Qualifications: BA in Social Work, University of Bucharest, Romania PQ Child Care Award, University of East Anglia, Norwich Family Mediation – Family Mediators Association, London
Services Offered:
Assessments, Consultancy, Expert Witness, Teaching / Mentoring and Therapy / Counselling / Direct work
Specialism:
Adoption and Fostering, Alcohol and drug misuse, Allegations of parental alienation, Cultural issues, Domestic violence, Mental Health and Sexual abuse issues
Other Expertise:
Romanian language / native speaker and in depth knowledge of the Romanian culture
Regions available:
Eastern and London
Location:
London
Email:
mihaela.c.ionescu2@gmail.com
Mobile:
07934 090410
Telephone:
07934 090410
Profile
I am an experienced Independent Social Worker and Expert Witness with over 25 years of specialist practice working with children and families across statutory Local Authority and Cafcass’ high court, private and public law proceedings. My background as a former service manager and front-line practitioner, supports my expertise in parenting and risk analysis, domestic abuse, substance misuse, high conflict family dynamics, child welfare matters and across border and international family law assessments. Known for high quality written evidence, child-focused outcomes, professional independence and ability to navigate legally complex cases within the family courts. I am fluent in English and a native Romanian speaker.