Mediation

The Greek word for Mediation means to stand between.  

Times are changing therefore, an increasing number of organisations, families and couples are looking for better ways to resolve their disputes than litigation. Following on from the latter, mediators, are increasingly becoming the first port of call instead of reaching for the telephone to call a lawyer.

Mediation works in a different way than the courts in high -conflict relationships because mediation addresses the underlying causes of conflict.

It is generally accepted that therapists make good mediators because

• They are used to working with organisations, families, couples and  individuals in the midst of emotional and personal turmoil;
• They are comfortable working in the midst of conflict.
• They are knowledgeable about human behaviour and psychological theory.
• Their training and experience has taught them to work in a non judgemental way and in Healing Minds case in a solution focused framework.