Holidays can be both a wonderful and a difficult time with all of the family time and navigating the different traditions and celebrations that you and your spouse or your ex-spouse may do. When you are part of an interfaith … Read More
Being a parent of a child with special needs is incredibly stressful. It isn’t surprising that the divorce rate amongst special needs parents is much higher than the general population. The added financial burden and the emotional toll of dealing with … Read More
The holidays are a time of year where many people travel, whether it’s for vacation or to visit family in other areas of the country. However, if you’re going through a divorce or already divorced, that can make traveling with … Read More
Going through a divorce is undoubtedly one of the most stressful life events that you can experience. You may feel lost and while you want to help the process go smoother, you’re not sure how. However, there are a few … Read More
We’re taught at a very young age that it’s important to learn how to listen, but how often are we actually LISTENING to what other people are saying? I was at Riverside Juvenile Hall recently checking in the juvenile mediation … Read More
West Coast Family Mediation’s mediator Amanda Singer made an appearance on Real Talk San Diego talking about the basics of divorce mediation and other mediation topics, including prenuptial agreements. The first topic covered is a basic overview of what mediation … Read More
Merging two families is tough, especially when there are children involved. Kids that were once strangers are now siblings. You may have confusing feelings about seeing your former spouse remarried. You may be struggling to establish your role as a … Read More
Co-parenting is never easy, but during the holidays it can be downright difficult. The holiday season is usually full of school events, parties, and unexpected schedule changes. If you have recently separated or divorced, you know that things get a … Read More
It has never been easier to find a mediator in your area. In today’s online world, you have many options, avenues, and resources to seek out a neutral mediator that both you and the other side can agree on. However, … Read More
Once you have decided to get a divorce, it is time to decide on how to proceed. Many couples make the erroneous decision to quickly get a lawyer and go through the court system. By nature, that method is acrimonious … Read More