Divorce Mediation & Parent Coordination Services
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Mediation offers a more respectful, efficient, and cost-effective way to navigate divorce and protect the well-being of your family. My role as a Domestic Relations Mediator is to guide you through the required decisions with clarity, neutrality, and care.
Divorce is a life-changing transition, and the process you choose matters.
About Divorce Mediation
Mediation in the State of Indiana
In Indiana, divorcing couples are required to attempt to resolve their divorce through mediation before requesting a ruling from a judge. Mediation allows couples to work through decisions privately, collaboratively, and at their own pace, often saving significant time, stress, and financial cost compared to litigation.
My mediation clients may be Pro Se (representing themselves without attorneys) or may choose to have attorneys involved in the process. If you choose to involve attorneys, they may attend sessions or be available for consultation outside of sessions.
A Domestic Relations Mediator is a trained, neutral third party who assists divorcing couples in reaching agreements outside of the courtroom.
According to Indiana’s Alternative Dispute Resolution rules (ADR Rule 2.1), a mediator’s role is to guide discussions in a balanced, respectful way so couples can make informed decisions and create their own agreements, rather than having terms imposed by a judge. Mediators do not take sides and do not provide legal advice.
Mediators registered with the Indiana Supreme Court have completed a state-approved 40-hour Domestic Relations mediation training, ensuring competency in ethical standards for the mediation process.
What is a Domestic Relations Mediator?
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- Are divorcing and want a more thoughtful, cooperative process
- Prefer to resolve issues outside of court
- Want to protect their children from the emotional impact of conflict
- Are committed to making informed, fair, and practical decisions
- Value privacy and a more personalized approach
Mediation is ideal for couples who:
Who Does Mediation Help?
Mediation can also be used after a divorce to revise parenting plans, update schedules, or resolve new concerns as children grow and family needs change.
What Mediation Covers
- Parenting time and co-parenting agreements
- Decision-making responsibilities
- Child support and financial arrangements
- Division of assets and debts
- Spousal support (when applicable)
- Communication guidelines and future conflict-resolution planning
During mediation, you will work through the key decisions required in a divorce, including:
Mediation focuses on creating fair, realistic, and child-centered agreements that support long-term family well-being.
As a mediator, I remain neutral. I do not give legal advice, and I do not advocate for either party. My role is to guide the process, support productive communication, and help move discussions toward fair and mutually acceptable resolutions.
While my background as a therapist informs my ability to hold space for difficult emotions and family dynamics, mediation is not therapy. The focus in mediation is on reaching agreements, not processing the relationship or individual healing.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Indiana Supreme Court Registered Domestic Relations Mediator, I bring a family systems lens to the process, which helps keep the emotional needs of parents and children in perspective throughout decision-making.
My approach is grounded in neutrality, care, and skilled conflict resolution. I facilitate a structured process that allows each person to be heard and understood while staying focused on solutions that support the future—not the conflict of the past.
My Approach to Mediation
Important to Know:
- Mediators do not provide legal advice or represent either party
- You may consult an attorney at any time during the process
- If needed, your final agreement can be reviewed by an attorney before filing
- Mediation is confidential
- When agreements are reached, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will be drafted for review
301 E Carmel Drive, Suite E800
Carmel, IN 46032
Fees:
- $250 per hour
- A retainer of $1,500 is required to begin services
Time in mediation varies depending on the complexity of the divorce and the level of cooperation between parties. Some couples reach resolution in a few sessions, while others require additional time.
Session Format, Location, and Fees
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Co-parenting after separation or divorce can be one of the most emotionally charged and logistically complex experiences for a family. When communication breaks down or disagreements become repetitive, a Parent Coordinator (PC) can help parents move from conflict to cooperation—keeping the focus where it belongs: on the well-being of the children.
What Is a Parent Coordinator?
Parent Coordination
In Indiana, a Parent Coordinator is a neutral professional—often appointed by the court or chosen by the parents—who helps families navigate ongoing conflict around parenting time, communication, and the implementation of custody agreements. The goal is not to decide who is “right,” but to support parents in reaching practical, child-centered solutions and reduce the need for repeated court involvement.
A Parent Coordinator does not replace the court and does not have the authority to make legal custody or parenting-time decisions.
my Approach
As a licensed therapist, registered mediator, and parent coordinator, I bring a compassionate yet structured approach to this process. My work is grounded in family systems, trauma-informed care, and solution-focused methods that help parents regulate, communicate, and collaborate more effectively. The process is transparent, child-centered, and designed to help families move forward with clarity and respect.
My fees: $250 per hour
Licenses: Connecticut LMFT #003412 | Indiana LMFT #35002462A
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