Finding a path forward
Children’s Needs First
At The UK Mediation Service, we approach all child mediation cases with the needs of the child at the forefront. Our child-focused mediation helps parents work to
For many parents, discussing child arrangements with an ex-partner can be emotionally charged. Old conflicts and resentments often resurface, making it hard to have constructive conversations. Our experienced mediators are here to help by refocusing the discussion on what truly matters—your children’s needs.
Once agreements are made, they can be formalized into legally binding consent orders, ensuring that decisions are practical, enforceable, and long-lasting. This provides parents with peace of mind and a clear path forward.
gether to reach mutually agreed arrangements that prioritize the well-being and happiness of their children.
What is Child-Inclusive Mediation?
We also specialize in child-inclusive mediation, a process that actively involves children in a safe and supportive way. This allows children to share their thoughts, feelings, and preferences about the arrangements being discussed.
How It Works:
- A trained mediator meets with the child privately, ensuring they feel heard in a non-judgmental and pressure-free environment.
- With the child’s permission, their views are shared with the parents during mediation, helping to guide the discussions.
Benefits of Child-Inclusive Mediation:
- Gives children a voice in the process without placing responsibility on them.
- Helps parents understand their child’s perspective.
- Encourages decisions that genuinely reflect the child’s needs and preferences.
This approach ensures that every decision is not only practical but also supportive of the child’s emotional well-being.
The Ministry of Justice Voucher Scheme
We are proud participants in the Ministry of Justice Voucher Scheme, which offers eligible families a contribution of up to £500 toward the cost of mediation. This initiative makes resolving family disputes more affordable, enabling families to focus on creating solutions that benefit their children without the burden of excessive costs.
If you’re facing challenges with child arrangements after separation or divorce, our child-focused and child-inclusive mediation services can help. Let us guide you through a process that prioritizes the needs of your children and helps you build a brighter future for your family.
Contact us today to learn more and take the first step toward resolving your family’s challenges.
H.R.
I approached The London Mediation Service and they were absolutely brilliant with the manner they dealt with me and my ex-partner. They guided us and encouraged us to speak to one another for the sake of our daughter. We did just that and 3 weeks later, we have an informal agreement in place to be made legally binding through a Consent Order in court. Thank you for your assistance with our matter, your professionalism, and more importantly, making me feel part of the process instead of a bystander.
We welcome all enquiries.
Please call to have a free 15-minute consultation to go over your issue, or email us to arrange a convenient time for us to contact you to discuss your situation. Alternatively, fill in the contact box below for a call-back.
Child mediation FAQs
Typically, Clients are able to reach agreement around child issues within 2-3 sessions.
Once both parties have attended a MIAM and agree to mediate, we will apply for funding for both parties.
The voucher amount is up to £500, which should cover 2 sessions.
The voucher scheme is available to all, regardless of your income.
Most clients use Video conference software to conduct mediation sessions. However, some clients prefer to not see or hear the other client. If this is the case, we are able to conduct the session in a ‘shuttle’ style, meaning that neither client will see or hear each other directly, rather, via the mediator.
Mediation allows clients to make their own decisions. You know your family best, so the decisions made should relate to your family in a way that someone outside of the family cannot. If a case goes to court, you run the risk of having decisions made that do not best serve your family and it’s unique needs. In mediation, the parents control what decisions are made, not a person who does not know you at all.