Many separated parents come to mediation with many ‘entrenched negative beliefs’ about each other and the situation, rooted in a narrative defined by blame, self-justification and self-righteous indignation creating barriers to a positive parenting relationship. If separated parents are truly
This morning I was taking a credit card number from a client. Of the 23 numbers taken, one was incorrect. As a result, the system broke down and payment was not accepted. A few days ago, I received a referral
I am often told by my mediator colleagues that they find it hard to convert initial mediation enquiries into mediations because when they contact the ‘other person’ they are not interested. So, let’s look at why this might be the
Anxiety is a huge problem among our younger generation for many reasons especially when their parents separate. This article focuses on how parents can work together in and outside mediation to address and alleviate any anxiety their children may be
What about court cost orders against someone for refusing mediation? This question seems to be very topical at the moment, in various areas of law and cases which end up in court, where one person has refused mediation. If one
I am sure that this question must vex mediators all over the world. It is often down to the skill of the mediator to persuade and influence everyone in dispute to give mediation their best shot but the mediator needs an opportunity to
One of the highlights for me of a recent presentation given by Dr Gabija about neuroscience and conflict was the part when she talked about ‘mammalian brain’ dominant traits compared with ‘human brain’ dominant traits (and ‘reptilian brain’ which this article
Below, I list some of the barriers I believe many clients experience when considering family mediation as an option and during the mediation process. There is a natural tendency on separation and divorce, generally fed by a sense of fear and
Interim findings from research exploring how the current divorce law works in practice have been published today (24 March 2017). Following the Court of Appeal judgment in Owens v Owens [2017] EWCA Civ 182, this research highlights the need for
The main aim of our Chesham family mediation service is to help and support separating couples to avoid court and reach their own agreements, at minimum expenditure. We specialise in helping separating couples to sort out their child arrangements and
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