Parenting

What is Parenting Coordination and is it available in Nova Scotia?

What is Parenting Coordination and is it available in Nova Scotia? Parenting coordination is a non-adversarial form of dispute resolution for high conflict cases that goes beyond mediation, psychology, and a multitude of other family services. Parenting coordination is a non-confidential, child-centered process for parents *for whom mediation is inappropriate due to high levels of […]

Five Reasons effective Co-Parenting plans are Important

Five Reasons effective Co-Parenting plans are Important When you have been mediating families that are separating and/or divorcing for over seven years, you start to see what works and what does not when it comes to co-parenting. Figuring out how to parent with your ex after divorce can be the most frustrating issue to settle. […]

Are Men Better Dads After Divorce?

Are Men Better Dads After Divorce? Now I know this headline is going to be a contentious point for some readers, however, it’s a question I’ve been asked more times than I can count. The first time was in 2011 when I started to work as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. In 2013, I received […]

When is Mediation the Right Option?

When is Mediation the Right Option? It is important to know that not all situations are appropriate for mediation. In the last year, I have done several workshops with the Nova Scotia Community Health Team. The most common inquiries at these public workshops have to do with disputes regarding shared driveways or fences. Many of […]