Why Choose Mediation?
Separation can be one of life’s most difficult transitions, especially when children, finances, or shared homes are involved. Mediation offers a calm, respectful space to work through important decisions without the pressure of conflict or courts. It is a process that works, with agreement reached in over 70% of cases.
A kinder way to move forward
Family mediation is designed to support you both in having an open, guided conversation about what matters most, from parenting arrangements to financial agreements. It’s not about taking sides. It’s about helping you find a way forward that feels fair and manageable.
How can mediation help?
- Reduces stress. Gentle conversation in a neutral setting
- Puts your children first. Focused on the needs and routines.
- Gives you control. You make the decisions not a judge
- Confidential and flexible. Sessions are private and tailored to your situation.
Whether you’re newly separating or have been apart for some time, mediation can help you move from uncertainty to clarity with support every step of the way.
A family mediator can help you make plans for the future and to decide together what will work best for you without having to go to court and ask someone else to decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is family mediator?
A specially trained, independent professional who helps people going through separation or divorce talk things through and make important decisions without going to court.
Family mediators don’t take sides or make decisions for you. Instead, they guide calm and structured conversations so you can agree on practical matters.
Mediators are trained in family law, conflict resolution, and communication and may also be accredited by the Family Mediation Council (FMC) or Resolution.
Some mediators are trained in child-inclusive mediation. They meet with the children with the parents’ consent and find out what life is like for them while being co-parented. This is brought back into the mediation session to help parents consider incorporating the wishes and feelings of the children within any child arrangement plan they are discussing.
What is family mediation?
It is a structured, confidential process that helps separated couples and families resolve disputes without going to court. It is led by a trained, impartial mediator who guides the conversation and assists in finding practical solutions that work for everyone involved, especially children, while still operating within the realms of family law.
What can family mediation help with?
Child arrangements:
Where children live, time with each parent.
Parent decisions:
Schooling, holidays, routines.
Financial matters:
Debt and asset division. Property, savings, debts, pensions.
Support Payments:
Child maintenance, spousal maintenance.
Communication and co-parenting plans.
Mediation offers an opportunity to discuss matters in a safe, neutral environment with the aim of achieving a mutual agreement facilitated by an impartial professional.
Why choose mediation?
Faster and more affordable than going to court.
Less stressful and more respectful than a legal battle.
Flexible formats available, including remote or shuttle mediation.
Confidential and flexible.
Child-focused decisions are made with their best interests in mind.
You stay in control, not a judge.
Agreements can be made legally binding if needed.
Who is it for?
Mediation is for anyone separating or divorcing who needs to make arrangements about children, money, or property. It’s also helpful for extended families, e.g., grandparents who want to stay involved in a child’s life.
Is family mediation right for you?
If you’re experiencing a separation or divorce, or making arrangements for your children or finances, family mediation can assist you in reaching fair, long-term solutions.
Most individuals are required to attend a MIAM (Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting) before applying to the family court. We can assist you with that step as well.
“It has been a real pleasure & privilege to have been dealt by both Rachel & Bobby. Rachel made me feel very welcomed & comfortable in her Mediation meetings. She is calm, warm, professional, patient & thorough explaining any queriers that I had.
Rachel is an exceptional family mediator. She has natural empathy and a pragmatic approach to helping people make informed and practical decisions in their own lives with separating or divorcing. Rachel is a very child focused mediator and understands the importance of parental decisions on children.
Bobby has kept me well informed in detail & up to date with every aspect of the process. Any questions or queries concerning my case was dealt with a speedy response over email.
I appreciate all the support you’ve given us over the last few months, you’ve been fab.
Rachel and Bobby both do a fantastic job, juggling so much at once. I’d like to thank you both for all your hard work & effort. You have made what can be a difficult stressful time very easy us both. I would highly recommend you both if any body was thinking of Meditation. Thank you.