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Mediation in action: Case Study

I often get asked about the cases I mediate. Are there any interesting stories? What happens in this scenario? What if one person is moving to another country? Every case is different and mediation is a confidential process, so I thought I’d provide an example of typical case to show how mediation can help. This case has elements of child issues,...Read More

Child Inclusive Mediation : The child’s voice

Child-inclusive mediation can lead to more child-focused outcomes and help parents understand how to manage their child’s opinions, behaviours and emotions. What is Child-Inclusive Mediation? Child-inclusive mediation (CIM) gives children an opportunity to have their voices heard and bring their perspective into the mediation process. Areas which could be explored with the child include: Proposed arrangements for their future How...Read More

Comparison: The Cost of Looking Sideways

We’ve all been there; scrolling through social media or speaking with friends, and suddenly, it feels like everyone is moving ahead. Friends buying their first home, landing promotions, planning their next holiday. We also get it; what we see is the best bits, not the whole story. Yet even with this knowledge, the pressure to keep up is real. The...Read More

Compete vs. Cooperate: A Game Theory Perspective

We are all wired to compete, especially in conflict. However, sometimes, it’s about taking a completely different approach. When it comes to mediation, game theory offers a key insight; it’s not always about checkmate. Cooperation doesn’t have to mean surrender, it’s often the smartest strategy in the room. Winning doesn’t require defeating the other person, it requires understanding the power...Read More

Avoiding the financial storm

This year, when mediating financial cases, I have noticed a rise in the number of people facing financial struggles and difficulties. The increased financial pressure often results in higher debt which is adding to the struggle. There are several contributing factors, including current economic conditions, costs of living, housing markets and mortgages, education expenses and consumer debt. A big worry...Read More

Unlock the power of empathy

Empathy is the secret ingredient to building deeper connections. We may not always have the courage to display it, but by standing in someone else's shoes, it can lead to genuine progress when it comes to resolving conflict. What is empathy? There is a lot of information out there and you are probably aware of the difference between sympathy and...Read More

Parenting apart… do you have a plan?

Clients will sometimes tell me that they don’t need a parenting plan as both sides are amicable. My answer to this is “The best time to create a parenting plan is when you are amicable.” Working on a detailed parenting plan with your co-parent from a place of calm can avoid disagreements in the future. It can help set boundaries...Read More

Role of the Family Court

From speaking with friends, family, clients, I've come to realise that there is a lot of mis-information when it comes to the role of the family courts for child arrangements and around the expectations on what they will provide to you. Below is a brief outline on the process and what the family courts are here for and more importantly...Read More

Are you hearing me?

There is always more to the story It’s important for me not to let my personal opinions and bias get in the way of the mediation process. I am always conscious of this. Having cases from various parts of the UK, I am constantly exposed to a range of disputes in families with different social classes, lifestyles, needs and mindsets....Read More

Communication – Agenda item #1

You don’t see your arguments, your kids do. Change what they see. One of the first questions I ask clients is “how is the communication between you and your ex-partner currently?” Some common responses might be, “we don’t communicate at all”, or “only via text or email if we have to” or, “she is too difficult to talk to and...Read More