Therapeutic Separation Contract Template for New Zealand

1. Children's Arrangements: Used when the couple has children, detailing care arrangements, communication about children, and decision-making processes

2. Shared Business Management: Required when parties have joint business interests, outlining temporary management arrangements

3. Safety Protocols: Included when there are safety concerns or previous domestic issues

4. Social Media and Public Communication: Added when parties want to establish guidelines about public disclosure and social media behavior

5. Extended Family Interaction: Used when setting boundaries with extended family is necessary

6. Pet Care Arrangements: Required when there are shared pets requiring care arrangements

7. Religious or Cultural Obligations: Included when specific religious or cultural practices need to be maintained during separation

8. Professional Practice Considerations: Added when parties share professional practices or work-related responsibilities

1. Schedule A - Therapeutic Plan: Detailed outline of therapy sessions, providers, frequency, and specific therapeutic goals

2. Schedule B - Financial Schedule: Detailed breakdown of financial arrangements, including budgets and expense allocation

3. Schedule C - Communication Schedule: Specific times and methods for communication between parties

4. Schedule D - Property Inventory: List of shared properties and temporary division arrangements

5. Schedule E - Children's Schedule: Detailed parenting arrangements including calendar, special occasions, and decision-making protocols

6. Appendix 1 - Contact Information: List of relevant contacts including therapists, mediators, and emergency contacts

7. Appendix 2 - Resource List: Support services, counseling resources, and other helpful contacts

8. Appendix 3 - Progress Review Template: Template for documenting progress and evaluation during the separation period