Separation doesn’t
have to be high conflict,
or high cost.
collaborative solutions.
In contrast to litigation, mediation
gives you more control, privacy, and
space to make informed decisions
about your future.
Who I work with
- Married and unmarried couples
- Parents and caregivers with children
- Spouses without children
- Clients with or without legal representation
Whether you’re navigating co-parenting, finances, property division,
or all of the above, I can help.
What I offer
I provide comprehensive family mediation services to help resolve issues including:
- Decision-making responsibilities
- Parenting time and schedules
- Child support and special or extraordinary expenses (section 7 expenses)
- Spousal support
- Property division and equalization
What to expect
1. Individual intake appointments
Each party begins with a confidential intake meeting (held via video call) to help me understand your family, your goals and the issues you’d like to address. This also allows me to assess whether mediation is appropriate through a standard screening process.
2. Mediation Agreement
If mediation is a good fit, I’ll prepare a Mediation Agreement for you (and your lawyers, if applicable) to review and sign. This outlines the terms of your participation, including confidentiality, expectations, scheduling, and fees.
3. Flexible session options
You can choose what works best for your situation:
- A full-day or half-day session (often preferred when attending with legal counsel)
- A series of hourly sessions with space between to gather information or seek legal
advice
4. Neutral, structured facilitation
As your mediator, I’m an impartial third party. I facilitate the conversation, help identify
options, and guide you toward mutually acceptable solutions.
I may express opinions or provide general information, but I do not offer legal advice.
5. Memorandum of Understanding
If you reach an agreement on some or all issues, I’ll provide a written summary — a Memorandum of Understanding — that outlines the terms. You can then work with your legal counsel to convert it into a formal separation agreement/ minutes of settlement, if desired.
Is mediation right for you?
You don’t need perfect communication. You don’t have to agree on everything. What you do need is a willingness to explore solutions with support.
Mediation can:
- Help avoid court
- Save time, money and stress
- Preserve privacy
- Empower you to shape the outcome
Mediation isn’t always the right fit, especially where there are safety concerns or complete breakdowns in trust. That said, it’s often helpful in more situations than people expect.
Ready to explore mediation?
Let’s talk about whether it’s right for your family.