Mediation

Child-inclusive approaches are not therapy, but they are therapeutic in nature. They help parents create more stable parenting plans, reduce conflict, and support children’s adjustment after separation. Because child-inclusive mediation is not a therapy service, it is not covered by insurance.

This evidence-based process puts the child at the center while helping parents gain clarity, reduce stress, and improve their ability to cooperate. With the guidance of trained mediators and child consultants, even complex or high-conflict situations can become more manageable, creating a healthier environment for both parents and children.

The process typically includes talking with children about their experiences, combined with mediation. It may include gathering information from other adults, or professionals in the children’s lives. It gives children a voice in decisions affecting them, reflecting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.

This evidence-based approach supports parents in creating stable, responsive parenting arrangements and helps families adjust more positively after separation.

Child-inclusive mediation reduces conflict, strengthens co-parenting, and helps children feel heard and supported during a challenging time. Research shows children benefit tremendously from this process in divorce, lessening negative impacts and allowing them to thrive.