Podcasts about accredited family mediator

In this episode, Kate is joined by Paul Richardson, an amicable Divorce Specialist, and Carlie Norris, an Accredited Family Mediator, to discuss how the voice of the child can be heard during the divorce and separation process.About the episode:Kate and her guests begin by discussing how child arrangements were made historically, and what are the current options available to separating parents. Paul then goes on to explain how amicable's services help with child arrangements, and Carlie talks about the process and benefits of child-inclusive mediation. They also talk about how transparent conversations can reduce the overall level of conflict and strengthen relationships between both co-parents and children. Paul and Carlie finish off by giving tips on how to navigate the emotional side of the process for you and your children. About our guests: Paul is a Divorce Specialist with amicable and has been in family law for 20 years, qualifying as a family solicitor in 2010. He is also an Accredited Family Mediator with vast experience of working with couples to arrive at mutually agreed to prioritise any children of the family. Paul stepped away from his role as solicitor to join amicable in 2024 to help those going through separation work together to resolve issues regarding divorce, finances and children. He understands the emotions couples are going through and is able to adopt a sensitive, yet professional approach, to help guide them through the process.Carlie Norris is an Accredited Family Mediator and is Child-Inclusive Mediation trained. As the founder of Circle Mediation, Carlie has a particular passion in considering the child's voice in family separation and in November 2023 co-authored the Family Solutions Group Report ‘A Child's Right to Matter'. With more than a decade of dedicated experience in Restorative Justice, Restorative Practice, Family Group Conferencing, and Safeguarding within Children's Services, Carlie's enthusiasm for these fields shines through in her work. She is deeply committed to facilitating processes that empower participants to create meaningful, lasting solutions. Beyond her mediation practice, Carlie's passion extends to education, as she continues to deliver training in restorative interventions and conflict resolution to organisations across both the public and private sectors.More resources:Get in touch with Carlie Norris through Circle Mediation or through Family Mediators Association. Get in touch with amicable for information on the legal, financial and children aspects of separation. Book a free 15-minute consultation with an amicable expert today.#Coparenting

Susan Guthrie welcomes Karis Nafte, Pet Custody Mediator and Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, to explore the complexities of pet custody in divorce. With the legal landscape around pets evolving, the topic of pet custody has become increasingly relevant for divorcing couples. Karis, founder of Who Keeps the Dog?, sheds light on the unique challenges of navigating custody for your furry family members and shares insights from her new book, Who Keeps the Dog: Navigating Pet Custody During Divorce. In this conversation, Karis explains how divorce can impact your beloved pets and provides practical strategies to ensure their well-being throughout the process. What You'll Hear: Why pets are no longer treated as mere property in divorce How the changing legal landscape impacts pet custody decisions Key considerations for creating a pet custody agreement Tips for minimizing stress for your pets during separation Golden Nuggets: “ You can't make the decision on the dog's future based on your hurt feelings or your negative emotions. You're not considering your dog. You're not seeing the situation through their eyes. And that's really hard, but you can do it. The most correct decision for the dog is there, if you dig for it.” “ Your dog will be fine. Dogs are so much more adaptable than we think they are. Don't imagine that your dog will be as upset as you are. I know that's hard to hear. It's harder for us than it is for dogs.” “ How do we look after our pets during divorce where we're really focusing on what's best for the dog? It's hard to do that when emotions do what they do in divorce.” **************************************** About this week's special guest: Karis Nafte Karis Nafte is the founder of Who Keeps the Dog, Pet Custody Mediation. A Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant & Accredited Family Mediator, she brings 25 years professional experience as a dog behaviour expert into her work of dogs and divorce. A global pioneer in her work, in addition to seeing her own clients, Karis teaches the first accredited pet custody education course for divorce professionals. An author with a unique background, Karis has presented on the subject pet custody for the American Bar Association, the Association of Professional Family Mediators, The Ontario Association of Family Mediators, The South Africa Association of Mediators, the Kentucky Bar Association, The Multnomah Bar Association, International Mediation Week and many others. Her work has been featured in the Washington Post, the Associated Press, Scripps News, The New York Post, VICE News, ABC News and Australian Dog Lover Magazine. Karis' book: Who Keeps the Dog? Navigating Pet Custody During Divorce Divorce and Beyond Listeners - Enjoy 10% off Karis' Pet Custody Course. To get this special offer, simply email karis@whokeepsthedog.com and mention this special Divorce and Beyond promo. Karis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karis-nafte-cdbc-b4b9b81a6/ **************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: TURNS OUT PODCAST Introducing Turns Out..., my brand-new podcast launching in the new year. This show is all about life's unexpected twists and turns—those aha moments that change everything. From career pivots to personal revelations, we'll explore the stories that prove life is full of surprises. Make sure to visit turnsoutpodcast.com and keep an eye out for our launch drop! 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As a dog owner and pet lover, I understand how challenging it can be to determine pet custody in divorce cases. In today's episode, we discuss topic that's often overlooked yet profoundly impactful in the realm of divorce—pet custody. Our special guest, Karis Nafte, calling in from South Africa, is not only a seasoned dog behavior consultant but also the owner of "Who Keeps the Dog Pet Custody Mediation." With over 20 years of experience, Karis has seen firsthand the stress and unhappiness pets can experience during and after a breakup.Join us as we discuss and explore the unique needs of different dog breeds, the signs of stress in pets during divorce, and the critical considerations for pet custody arrangements. We'll also discuss how pets can become emotional pawns in domestic disputes and the importance of early, thoughtful mediation to ensure the well-being of our furry friends. Whether you're navigating a divorce or interested in the dynamics of pet custody, this episode provides compassionate, practical guidance to help you make the best decisions for your pets at a difficult point in time. About the Guest:Karis Nafte is the founder and owner of Who Keeps the Dog, Pet Custody Mediation. A Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant & Accredited Family Mediator, she brings 25 years professional experience as a dog behaviour expert into the world of dogs and divorce. A global pioneer in her work, Karis has developed, and teaches, the first accredited pet care education course for divorce professionals to learn best practice for a dogs best interest. A passionate and engaging speaker with a unique background in the world of families divorcing with pets, Karis has presented on the subject pet custody for the American Bar Association, the Association of Professional Family Mediators, The South Africa Association of Mediators, the Kentucky Bar Association and International Mediation Week. Her work has been featured in the Associated Press, Scripps News, The New York Post, VICE News, ABC News and Australian Dog Lover Magazine.To connect with Karis:Website: https://www.whokeepsthedog.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karis-nafte-cdbc-b4b9b81a6/IG: @whokeepsthedogAbout the Host: Mardi Winder-Adams is an ICF and BCC Executive and Leadership Coach, Certified Divorce Transition Coach, Certified Divorce Specialist (CDS®) and a Credentialed Distinguished Mediator in Texas. She has worked with women in executive, entrepreneur, and leadership roles, navigating personal, life, and professional transitions. She is the founder of Positive Communication Systems, LLC, and host of Real Divorce Talks, a quarterly series designed to provide education and inspiration to women at all stages of divorce. Are you interested in learning more about your divorce priorities? Take the quiz "The Divorce Stress Test".Connect with Mardi on Social Media:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Divorcecoach4womenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mardiwinderadams/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/divorcecoach4women/Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the PodcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcast ReviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more...

Separating while putting the kids firstThis week we are lucky to be talking with Louisa Whitney. Louisa is an Accredited Family Mediator who has two children aged 13 and 1,6, who has been through her own separation and shares some of this with us. We also discuss what parents can do to minimise the effects of their separation on their children, answer questions about separation or divorce and explore strategies and approaches for parents to take to support their children as family life develops.Go follow Louisa here:Instagram: @louisa.whitney.1 Twitter: @louisawhitney Facebook: @lkwfamilymediation Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisawhitney/Thanks for listening to our podcast, hopefully it helps to stop your mother falling out of your mouth! Please leave a review (the stars) and follow us so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content.If you're looking for active classes for your pre-schooler in school, at events or online, check out Kinderama here www.kinderama.com.Looking for emotional support for yourself or your child? Get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and join Bethan's online therapeutic community the Calm Parenting Community here www.bethanoriordan.com.Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.comJoin us on Instagram:Stef: @kinderamaBethan: @bethan.oriordanThe Mum Mind: @themummindpodcastHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Sponsored by The Club Womens Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Research suggests that divorce rates continue to increase across Canada, while emerging data details the impacts of COVID-19 on our relationships and families. Speaking of families, how can we manage stressful situations and not let difficult life events impact those we care about?  This month Sarah and Sam spoke to Registered Social Worker and Accredited Family Mediator, Stefanie Peachey, about how to remain resilient in times of familial changes. Stefanie shares her experience as an Accredited Family Mediator and gives us a unique insight into the benefits of a parenting plan. How can you continue to be involved in your child's life after a separation or divorce? Stefanie provides practical tools to engage in healthy co-parenting even at a distance. Learn more about Stefanie at: https://www.peacheycounselling.ca/@peacheycounselling on InstagramThis podcast is brought to you by the Kingston Military Family Resource Centre's Mental Health and Wellness Team. To follow along on the podcast journey, follow KingstonMFRC on Facebook. More information about the podcast can be found on kmfrc.com/wellness. http://kmfrc.com http://facebook.com/kingstonmfrc http://twitter.com/kingstonmfrc http://pinterest.com/kingstonmfrc 

In this week's episode I chat with Accredited Family Mediator, Arbitrator, Social Worker and Divorce Coach Jennifer Barkin about coparenting children with special needs. Jennifer discusses the challenges for parents in this situation as well as some of the important issues to consider in parenting plans. To contact Jennifer, please visit: www.torontofamilymediation.ca

Coparenting has its challenges but coparenting with an Ex who is also a narcissist is especially difficult. In this week's episode, I interview Accredited Family Mediator and Divorce Coach, Neelam Dhall of Simple Solutions Mediation and we discuss strategies for coparenting with a narcissist. Neelam provides tips and advice to ensure that you protect your children's best interest, maintain your boundaries, and ensure that your own mental health and well being is not compromised in the process. To contact Neelam, please visit her website: www.simplesolutionsmediation.ca

In today's episode of Divorcing Well I interview Jennifer Barkin who is an accredited family mediator with the Ontario Association of Family Mediators and we discuss the topic of divorce and mediation. Many people going through divorce are unsure about whether mediation is a viable option for them and whether it is a cheaper alternative to lawyers. Jennifer and I discuss what mediation is, when it is used and why, the pros and cons, and answer your questions about whether mediation is a suitable route for your divorce. Jennifer Barkin is an Accredited Family Mediator with the OAFM (Ontario Association of Family Mediators) . She is a trained Parenting Coordinator, holds a MSW in Social Work and is registered with the OCSWSSW (Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers), is a Certified Divorce Coach, and has completed Family Arbitration training . She is also one of the few family therapists in the GTA to have successfully completed the Voice of the Child training. After 13 years of running a private therapy practice, Jennifer recently launched her own Mediation and Counselling practice “ Family Matters Mediators and Counsellors” which has several locations across the GTA. Through her work, Jennifer provides her clients with comprehensive Family Mediation services, Parenting Coordination Services, Divorce Coaching services, and Counseling services in all areas pertaining to Separation and Divorce. For the past year, Jennifer has also enjoyed being a Mandatory Information Presenter within the Ontario Family courts. Jennifer's substantive experience and training has given her the skills to help families move forward positively. Jennifer is compassionate and empathetic, and she knows from her own personal experience as a former single Mom, how overwhelming Separation and Divorce can be. Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/familyMattersMediators/ Website: https://www.torontofamilymediation.ca/about-me/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-barkin-6bb0a032

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Divorce is troublesome enough, with all of the emotions and life changes that it brings. Add to it the complexities of what happens with the finances, and you have a perfect storm for confusion, upheaval and anxiety. Imagine being able to feel a sense of control over your finances because you have the support of a divorce professional that is a financial expert. How can they help? They can walk you through your options, explain the pros and cons of different alternatives, and help you regain control over your financial health, moving forward. And all of this help is available without you having to set one foot inside a courtroom. Our guest for this episode is Neelam Dhall - an Accredited Family Mediator, CPA, CA and author. Neelam mediates parenting plans, child support, spousal support, property division and everything in between. Having lived through her own divorce, Neelam knows the challenges faced by divorcing partners and uses her professional knowledge and life experience to empower her clients with the knowledge they need to make powerful settlements outside of court. Neelam's passion is to help families resolve their family disputes quickly, affordably and outside of court.

Dealing with a high-conflict co-parent can be mentally, physically, emotionally and sometimes financially draining. If you don’t find strategies to manage your relationship with your ex, it only makes it more difficult to find peace of mind, for yourself and for your children. Our guest this episode is Ilana Tamari, who has been in full time private practice since 2002. She is an Accredited Family Mediator, who has over 25 years of experience in custody/access assessments, parenting coordination, divorce mediation, mediation/arbitration, reunification therapy and individual & family therapy.