Or (unless I am mistaken), the parent.
I urge you, if you know of such things going on, to report it to the CPS. If you do not know about such things, then that's fine. But there's far too much secrecy around this whole thing.
I do not know if such things are going on or to what degree. The parents report that his condition has markedly improved in the last year. I will be asking for specifics.
As I understand the case, the parents have not refused to allow CPS to interview the child. They have refused to allow CPS to interview the child without consulting them first.
"I do not know if such things are going on or to what degree. The parents report that his condition has markedly improved in the last year. I will be asking for specifics. "
OK. When you find out the name of the therapist, Google will lead you to information on him/her. I don't expect you to share this information, but it may be instructive.
One thing I have learned: Do not rely solely on the word of an interested party in cases like these. It's not wise. Believe me, I have discovered that through experience.
Verify any information you obtain and do your own research. Not every home-schooler is a stand up person, although most are.