I enjoy the challenge of providing a safe, compassionate and creative environment for individuals, couples and families with a wide range of issues.
I can assist you in resolving family related issues.
If you are separating or divorcing mediation offers you the opportunity to discuss and agree upon options for your future such as:
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parenting plans
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guardianship
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parenting schedules
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communication
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child support
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property matters
Capacity Assessments
I have met the formal requirements and been designated by the government of Alberta to perform capacity assessments under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act.
Parenting Assessments
Providing Family Law Practice Note 8 Parenting Time/Parenting Responsibilities Assessments
Counselling
Mediation
Assessments
Evaluative and Therapeutic Interventions with Separated/Divorced Families
Providing Family Law Practice Note 7 Interventions which includes:
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Evaluating the family and making recommendations regarding the type of intervention that would best meet the needs of the family.
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Voice of the Child: as a neutral party, understanding and relaying the special needs and wishes of the child to the parents or guardians.
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Parent Evaluation: addressing risk factors that are present and the parents ability to meet the needs of the child.
Divorce Coach
As your divorce coach in a collaborative divorce I will be a neutral professional resource who can work with you to design options that will meet your individual goals and interests as well as providing for the best overall outcome for your family.
Child Specialist
As a child specialist in a collaborative divorce I work as a neutral professional for all family members by:
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providing your children with a voice in the negotiation process without the children having to be present.
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assisting parents in developing healthy co-parenting skills
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parent coaching
Therapist
In a collaborative divorce process you can engage me to work with any or all members of your family to address a specific need.
Collaborative Divorce
Interventions
Expertise
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