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Happy Halloween Co-Parenting

Holiday Co-Parenting Tips Getting dressed up in costumes and enjoying fall festivities is a fun tradition for many families, but holidays can present special challenges for divorced parents. Co-parent’s commitment to peaceably sharing holiday time is in the best interest of their children. Even the most dedicated parents may find it difficult to share special …
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Healthy Divorce Avoid Court Battles in Divorce Mediation

Mediation is the Healthy Choice for Your Divorce Did you know that divorce mediation helps divorcing couples avoid unnecessary conflict? Divorcing within the court system leads to a losing outcome that can be devastating for your family. A court battle can result in colossal attorney fees, months or even years of stress, and an increase …
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What Family Mediators and Couples Therapists have in Common

Healthy Divorce is a Common Goal Professional family Mediators and therapists have several fundamental goals in common: to foster better communication and understanding between family members, to create a more functional family environment, and of course, to help solve problems. While spouses work toward reconciliation with the help of a couple’s therapist, family Mediators guide …
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Healthy Co-Parenting: Putting Children First in Your Divorce

Putting Children First in Divorce More and more often, divorcing parents are opting for the healthier divorce option, divorce mediation, for the sake of their children’s well-being. Mediation can help you and your co-parent to begin communicating in a new way that will facilitate the creation of a personalized parenting plan This unique plan will …
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Contested or Uncontested Divorce in Arizona

The Difference between Contested and Uncontested Divorce in Arizona In Arizona, there are two distinct types of divorce: contested and uncontested. In a contested divorce, spouses do not see eye-to-eye. Their disagreements often result in divorce litigation which can be very lengthy and very expensive. In an uncontested divorce, spouses agree on most things and …
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Divorce Mediation: A Mindful Process to Protect Kids

When approached mindfully, family transitions, such as legal separation and divorce, can be completed in a healthy, respectful and productive way. The Mindful Process When you commit to mindfulness throughout your divorce process, you are more likely to experience calmness, cooperation, and collaboration. You are also more likely to reach agreements that speak clearly to …