Category: Family

Leveraging Mediation to Foster Mental Health During Divorce
September 24, 2023Embarking on a journey through separation? Learn how mediation nourishes the mental health of families, offering a beacon of hope...
By Ms Alice Garcia
Leveraging Mediation to Foster Mental Health During Divorce
September 19, 2023Divorce, often viewed through a lens of loss and heartbreak, carries an understated potential for renewal, understanding, and growth. Deciding...
By Alice Garcia
Family Trial by Jury vs Mediation
September 11, 2023When divorce and child custody cases go to trial, they're usually bench trials, i.e., a judge makes the decision. But...
By Ben Coltrin
Differences Between Collaborative Divorce and Mediation
August 8, 2023When it comes to filing for divorce, many may conjure up the image of a lengthy, contentious court trial. While...
By Kirsten Capalbo
Mediate University Course Bundles Have Now Expanded
August 6, 2023Mediation Training Course Bundles Are you entering the mediation field? Satisfy your mediation training requirements and save hundreds of dollars...
By James Melamed, J.D.
Are You Really Ready for Divorce? The 8 Questions You Need to Ask
July 23, 2023Your marriage is in question and you're facing a real dilemma. You may be the one who is deciding should...
By Bruce Derman, Wendy Gregson
Dealing with Gatekeeper Parents
June 27, 2023Donald T. Saposnek, Ph.D., presents a 1.5-hour course describing the current research on Gatekeeper parents, who present unique challenges to...
By Donald T. Saposnek, Ph.D
Separated? Consider the Butterfly Effect
June 20, 2023A division supported by the legal system is stressful, expensive, and prolonged; if you have children, it will impact them...
By Amy Robertson
Elevating Your Child’s Voice in Divorce Mediation
June 17, 2023Arrangements for child custody — whether agreed upon by parents or ordered by a judge — must be in the...
By Zarira Love
6 Ways to Stay Calm and Collected During a Heated Argument
June 4, 2023Arguments are an unavoidable part of life, but they’re not always bad. Whether between a parent and child, two partners,...
By Sophie Bishop
Honoring AFCC’s 60th Anniversary
May 31, 2023This article honors the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) 60th Anniversary Celebration now taking place in Los Angeles....
By James Melamed, J.D.
Mediate.com’s Mental Health and Mediation Conference is Now Online!
May 29, 2023The listservs and chat rooms have been abuzz this week -- everyone's talking about the conference! We had 39 leading...
By Clare Fowler
Navigating a High Conflict Divorce
May 17, 2023Divorces often start from a place of conflict or stress, but some divorces are more contentious than others. A number...
By Sarah Jacobs
Better Reflecting Mediation to the World
May 5, 2023While mediators often assist in the creation of near miracles behind closed doors, our miraculous work and effective approaches are...
By James Melamed, J.D.
Inside the Mediation Room with Guest Lara Traum
May 1, 2023In this episode, Michael and Karen interview Lara Traum. Lara is an attorney and mediator in private practice, offering assistance...
By Lara Traum, Michael Aurit, Karen Aurit
Inside the Mediation Room with Guest Ken Neumann
May 1, 2023In this episode, Michael and Karen Aurit interview Ken Neumann. Ken is an expert in the field of family and...
By Ken Neumann, Karen Aurit, Michael Aurit
Notice to Mediate: When to serve one in British Columbia
March 21, 2023If you've just opened your divorce case in British Columbia, see if you and your ex can talk through your...
By Ben Coltrin
What Happens Now? Succession Planning for Family Owned Businesses
February 28, 2023“Won’t Someone Take Over for Me?” read a recent headline in the Business Section of The New York Times (01/05/2023). ...
By Dr. Lynne C. Halem
What If We Don’t Agree on Everything in Divorce Mediation?
February 25, 2023Divorce mediation does not always end in a full agreement. Sometimes, there are a few topics you can't agree on...
By Zarira Love
New Jersey: Why Divorce Mediation is Needed More Than Ever
February 22, 2023Spouses who are planning to get a divorce in New Jersey in 2023 are in for a very unpleasant surprise....
By Roseann Vanella
Uncertain Times call for Creative Problem Solving for Divorcing Couples
February 19, 2023At present, divorcing couples are being required to make decisions in the midst of an environment marked by uncertainty and...
By Dr. Lynne C. Halem
What is Mediation?
February 6, 2023Mediation may be thought of as "assisted negotiation." Negotiation may be thought of as "communications for agreement." Hence, mediation is...
By James Melamed, J.D.
The Role of Mediation for Better Mental Health in Relationships
February 5, 2023Did you know that loving, positive relationships go hand in hand with lower stress levels? Unfortunately, though, this means that...
By Sophie Bishop
Why Family Mediation is like Climbing a Mountain
January 25, 2023Most of my family mediation clients need a separation agreement and they understand this. They do not always understand all...
By Amy Robertson
New Year, New You: 3 Resolutions Worth Making
December 31, 2022Starting over can seem impossible after divorce. We may have lost who we are, had our future erased, or felt hopeless....
By Melissa Provence
Who Can I Bring To Custody Mediation?
December 28, 2022Walking into custody mediation can feel intimidating. You'll have to speak openly about what you believe is best for your...
By Zarira Love
Mediate.com Podcast Episode 30: Using Caucus in Family Mediations with LaTanya Moss
December 20, 2022There are different perspectives on the use of caucus in mediation. Maybe you use caucus early and often in your...
By Veronica Cravener
5 Ways to Wrap Up Conflict for the Holidays
December 9, 2022Do holiday family gatherings cause you stress and anxiety? You are not alone. What happens when we suddenly have all...
By Amy Robertson
Five Ways to Repair a Marriage
November 10, 2022Doni, a friend of mine since high school, sidled up to me in the supermarket one day and said he...
By Mordechai Rhine
Inside the Mediation Room: Guest Chip Rose
November 1, 2022In this episode of Michael and Karen Aurit's video podcast "Inside The Mediation Room," their guest is Chip Rose, a...
By Chip Rose, Michael Aurit, Karen AuritFeatured Mediators
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