The Positive Impact of the Family Mediation Voucher Scheme
The Family Mediation Voucher Scheme was introduced as a response to the increasing demand on family courts, particularly exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The primary objective of the scheme is to encourage families to resolve child arrangement disputes outside of...
The Route to Becoming a Family Mediator in the UK
Family mediation serves as a vital bridge in resolving conflicts and disputes within families. Whether it's navigating the complexities of divorce, sorting out child arrangements, or facilitating financial settlements, a family mediator plays an indispensable role in...
Navigating Family Tensions: A Conflict Theory Approach to Mediation
As a family mediator, I've come to realise that family dynamics are far from simple. They are a complex web of relationships, emotions, and histories that can't be easily untangled. Conflicts arise for a multitude of reasons—be it financial stress, differing parenting...
The Complex Web of Family Conflicts and Child Adjustment
In my years of research and practice in family mediation, one thing has become abundantly clear: family conflicts are far from simple. They are a complex web of emotional, cognitive, and systemic interactions that have a profound impact on every family member...
From Barrister to Family Mediator: A Journey Towards Harmonious Resolutions
As someone who has spent years working as a barrister, arguing cases in the legal labyrinth, I can attest to the often adversarial and stressful nature of the profession. Courtrooms are arenas for conflict, with parties pitted against each other in a zero-sum game....
The Unseen Benefits of Family Mediation
As someone who's navigated the labyrinthine corridors of the legal system, I can't help but feel that there's a better way to resolve family disputes. The courtroom can be a battleground, leaving emotional and financial scars that last a lifetime. That's why I've...