The Mediation
Guide
The Mediation Guide
Latest videos
1 The Mediation Journey
In this short video, family mediator Nick Coffer guides you through what you can expect from mediation, how it works, and how we’ll help you find a way through the challenges of divorce and separation.
Duration 1:47
2 Parental Conflict – The Impact on Children
Parental hostility and conflict can be devastating for children. How you act in front of your children, how you speak about each other to your children, and how you work together can immpact your children’s outcomes in so many ways. Nick Coffer explains why…
Duration 1:12
3 Family Court Rules – The BIG change in 2024
In April 2024, new Family Court rules were introduced. They represent a significant change as they not only actively encourage parents to find a way forward, they make this an integral part of the process. Nick explains the new rules, looks at expemptions, and explores the possible implications if you choose to ignore them.
Duration 1:39
4 Child Inclusive Mediation – Giving children a voice
Mediation keeps your children at the heart of all your decisions. Giving them a voice in the process can be a really positive thing, for you and them. Nick explains what Child Inclusive Mediation is, how it works, and how it can help you reach fair proposals for everyone, especially your children.
Duration 1:47
5 Communication – Rebuilding the trust
When a relationship breaks down, often so does communication. Rebuilding that trust and finding better ways to communicate can be central to the mediation process. Nick explains why.
Duration 1:54
6 Online Mediations – Do they work?
Most mediations are conduced on line via Zoom these days. The technology has come a long way and mediating online has many advantages for everyone taking part. Nick talks you through in this video.
Duration 2:09
7 Co-Mediation – Why is it so effective?
In this short video, family mediator Nick Coffer guides you through what you can expect from mediation, how it works, and how we’ll help you find a way through the challenges of divorce and separation.
Duration 2:02
8 “Surely we are too high-conflict for mediation?”
Mediation can feel particularly daunting if there is high conflict in your relationship. Is it possible to find a way forward in mediation, even when there is a lot of conflict? Nick Coffer explains how mediation can help separating couples, even in the most difficult of contexts.
Duration 1:20
9 “I want my day in court” – But is there an alternative?
Court may seem like the best option for you – and in some cases it can be. But what if there was an alternative? A calmer, less adversarial, less stressful process. Nick explains why mediation can be that alternative…
Duration 1:10
10 “They always get what they want” – Can mediation help find balance?
It may feel daunting to enter mediation with someone who you feel always gets what they want. Mediators are trained to maintain balance in the sessions, ensuring every voice is heard, equally. Nick talks about how this happens, and how your voice will not be lost in mediation.
Duration 1:44
11 We’ve been in court for years – can mediation really help?
Many couples find themselves in the court system for months, and sometimes years. When you have been in the court system for so long, it may feel like it is the only remaining option you have. But mediation really can work for you, even if you have been in court a lot. Nick explains why.
Duration 1:39
Mediation is the first step toward a better outcome for everyone involved, especially children.
