Family Mediation

Considering Family Mediation?

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As a therapist, I work closely with individuals and families navigating significant life transitions, and separation or co-parenting changes are often among the most emotionally demanding of these. Therapy offers space to process thoughts, feelings, and patterns, but over time, I’ve come to see that some families also need a practical, solution-focused approach to move forward with clarity.

That’s why I also offer a separate mediation service, Tandem Mediation, for parents who want to make child-centred, realistic agreements during or after separation.

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Why Consider Mediation?

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Separation affects every member of the family. When emotions run high, it can be difficult to communicate effectively or make decisions in a way that feels fair and constructive. Mediation provides a safe, neutral space to have these conversations. It's not therapy, and it's not about who’s right or wrong - it’s about working together to find solutions that support your children and reduce ongoing conflict.

Whether you're just starting to separate, have been co-parenting for a while, or are experiencing changes in your family setup, mediation can help you reach agreements that are practical, respectful, and focused on the future.

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How Mediation Complements Therapy

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Therapy and mediation serve different, but often complementary, purposes. Therapy focuses on emotional processing, personal growth, and relational patterns. Mediation focuses on reaching agreements, whether that's creating a parenting plan, deciding how holidays are shared, or improving how you communicate about the children.

If you're already working with me in therapy, we can discuss whether mediation might be a helpful next step. If you're not in therapy, you're still welcome to access mediation as a separate service.

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What I Can Help With Through Mediation:

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Parenting Matters

• Creating or updating a parenting plan – with practical, child-focused arrangements

• Improving co-parenting communication – encouraging calmer, more effective discussions

• Managing transitions, such as moving between homes or changes in routine

• Agreeing on practical arrangements – including holidays, handovers, and daily schedules

• Reducing conflict around decisions – supporting joint problem-solving

• Focusing on children’s wellbeing – helping them feel secure through change

• Navigating blended family dynamics – supporting communication in stepfamilies

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Financial Matters

• Full disclosure and financial mediation – I help gather the necessary financial documents and details needed to reach a fair agreement

• Preparing required documentation – including an Open Statement of Financial Information with supporting valuations and certificates

• Negotiating settlements – guiding discussions around property, pensions, assets, and debts

• Drafting a Memorandum of Understanding – summarising your financial agreement for your solicitor to use in applying for a court order

• Speeding up the divorce process – helping you move toward a financial order without delay

 

I work in a calm, professional, and child-focused way, helping you both stay on track and work toward agreements you feel able to stick to.

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Ready to Find Out More?

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If you're interested in exploring mediation or want to know whether it’s the right fit for your situation, I invite you to visit my dedicated mediation website:

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👉 Visit Tandem Mediation to learn more or book an initial consultation.

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You don’t need a court order or a solicitor to start mediation - just a willingness to have a conversation and explore the possibilities.