In a recent ruling, reality TV star Kim Zolciak has been mandated to attend a series of “parent therapy” sessions amidst her ongoing custody battle with ex-husband Kroy Biermann. The order was issued following a temporary parenting plan laid out by Cobb County Superior Court Judge Kellie S. Hill, requiring Zolciak to complete four therapy sessions between April 3 and April 13, 2026, while their children remain in Biermann’s care.
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Zolciak, well-known for her role on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” shares four children with Biermann: Kroy “KJ” Jagger Jr., aged 14, Kash Kade, 13, and twins Kaia Rose and Kane Ren, who are both 12. The court’s decision is particularly significant, as it stipulates that the children will remain in their father’s custody until the completion of the therapy sessions by their mother.
According to the court documents obtained by PEOPLE, the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is tasked with confirming Zolciak’s attendance at the required sessions. Once Zolciak has fulfilled her obligations, the original custody agreement will be reinstated, pending any further modifications from the court.
In her statement to PEOPLE, Zolciak clarified the timeline of her recent custody arrangements. She mentioned that a temporary custody order signed at the end of January obliges both parents to attend two counselling sessions per month for a couple of months, followed by one session each month thereafter. However, she noted that previous commitments abroad had prevented her from attending mandatory sessions from late February to March.
Zolciak emphasized that during the upcoming spring break, Biermann would have “his designated parenting time” with the children, and she plans to complete her counselling sessions during this period. “For the avoidance of any doubt, I have not lost custody of my children, nor has there been any modification to the custody agreement outside of the agreed-upon temporary order,” she asserted.
The latest developments follow Biermann’s recent application for sole custody of the couple’s four children, citing Zolciak’s unavailability due to prolonged absences abroad. In his court filing, Biermann expressed concern over Zolciak’s commitment to parenting, suggesting that she had acted in “bad faith” when entering their mediated parenting plan. Allegedly, she had left the country shortly after signing, rendering her unable to maintain the responsibilities outlined in the agreement.
Biermann claimed that between February 26 and March 29, Zolciak was out of the country for an extended period, with the exception of a single night. He further stated that her absence resulted in missed family therapy sessions, which are crucial for the wellbeing of their children.
This custody dispute takes place against the backstory of the couple’s tumultuous relationship, which saw them filing for divorce for the first time in April 2023 after over a decade of marriage. Although there was a brief period where they attempted to reconcile for the sake of their children, Biermann later filed for divorce again in August 2023, as reported by sources familiar with the situation.
As both Zolciak and Biermann navigate this challenging period, the court’s orders emphasize the priority of the children’s wellbeing. Zolciak’s forthcoming therapy sessions are intended to address the concerns raised about her parenting ability and to facilitate a more stable environment for their children.
The situation remains fluid, with attention now turned to Zolciak’s compliance with the court’s ruling and its subsequent impact on her custody agreement with Biermann. As these developments unfold, the welfare of their children remains the central focus for both parents, highlighting the complex nature of modern family dynamics.