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What You Need to Know About Spousal Support in California

Posted in Couples.

What You Need to Know About Spousal Support in California Navigating the court system during a divorce can be a complex and overwhelming process for spouses. However, with the right...

Divorcing a Narcissist: What You Should Know

Posted in Families and Divorce, Divorce, Couples.

Separating from a partner is never easy. However, separating from a partner who has narcissistic tendencies or has Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) can be even harder. People...

What are the steps in the mediation process?

Posted in Mediation, Families and Divorce, Divorce, Couples.

Before couples decide the best course of action when separating, it is helpful to know the essential steps of the mediation process. Divorce mediation is a popular process used by...

Top Ten Reasons Why Couples Divorce

Posted in Mediation, Divorce, Couples.

Couples separate for a multitude of reasons, but most marriages end because of a fairly common issues. Whether it be a lack of communication or extreme differences in values, both...

Life After Divorce: Coping with Loneliness

Posted in Divorce, Couples, Uncategorized.

Life After Divorce: Coping with Loneliness in Couples, Divorce Many couples regard their relationship as a source of comfort, reassurance and identity. Once you are stripped of the...

How Forgiveness Benefits You After The Divorce

Posted in Mediation, Divorce, Couples.

When couples first consult with me, they often don’t realize the healing power of forgiveness. Everyone wants to be right, but oftentimes, holding onto one’s pride tears the relationship...

Balakhane Mediation Services

Posted in Mediation, Couples.

I offer divorce mediation services to families in the greater Los Angeles area. I help my clients reach settlements agreed upon by both parties, so they may reach the best possible...

Should You Get Married?

Posted in Families and Divorce, Couples.

Getting married is both a leap of faith and a conscious decision to share your life with another person. As such, it should not be entered into without a lot of consideration for...

The Importance of Listening In Mediation

Posted in Mediation, Families and Divorce, Divorce, Listening, Couples.

Throughout my years as a mediator, I have experienced the power of listening in every case I have worked on. This article offers an expert’s perspective on what makes an effective...

Tips for Meaningful Dating

Posted in Couples.

Dating after ending a marriage is daunting, and many people find themselves at a loss when trying to connect romantically with other people. It is important to look at the world...

6 Reasons To Go To Couples Therapy, Even If Your Partner Won’t

Posted in Divorce, Couples.

Divorce can be a very stressful event. Marriage and family therapists can help you through the trauma of separation and divorce. Even if undergone alone, therapy can help you deal...

What makes a happy marriage?

Posted in Couples.

Keeping your marriage alive and thriving requires effort and care. In the article below, Ashley Davis Bush, LCSW, compares maintaining a relationship to nourishing a plant. 7 Small...

Sue Gramacy

October 25, 2022.

I recommend Leyla Balakhane for resolving family disputes. She listens carefully, appreciates the emotions and needs that underline each conversation . She is genuinely concerned with the well being of all parties involved. She is very effective. What’s great is she always focuses on the best interest of the children. I have worked with Leyla for over 10 years and have watched her work her magic with families. Sue Gramacy

Stacey Lisk

October 14, 2022.

Leyla Balakhane was one of the supervising mediators that worked with us at Edmund D Edelman Children’s Court. Given that she was one of the top mediators working on unlawful detainer cases, she was referred by a judge who found her to be incredibly gifted in what she does and felt that she would be a great asset in working with families. Leyla has a natural ability to connect with the families and helping them reach agreements that is far above whats required. Given that she was very interested in growing in her practice, she was able to help create a more in-depth and detailed parenting checklist which led to a higher success rate in or mediations at the Children’s Court. Because of Leyla many families have more profound and insightful agreements. I would add supervising mediator

Your RN Attorney Jennifer Johnston Terando

October 12, 2022.

Leyla Balakhane is knowledgable, compassionate, and effective. I highly recommend her as a mediator.

Shsavina TehrNi

October 10, 2022.

Thank you Leyla for helping us finalize a very difficult journey. We are able to have a better coparenting relationship because of everything you taught us. We are both very grateful for helping us resolve all issues in an amicable manner.

Rachel Hsiung

March 17, 2022.

Leyla is professional, patient and wonderful person to work with. She’s a good negotiator and listener to help her clients to get amicable results.

Noah Stern

October 9, 2021.

Layla is a superb mediator. She helped my family through a tough time with ease. I highly recommend Leyla for any family going through a challenging time.

sepideh doust

March 28, 2021.

Leyla Balakhane was my supervising mediator at children's courthouse. She taught me great communication tools to implement in my mediation practice. She helps the family, social worker, attorneys, and others involved in the case facilitate meaningful discussion and resolve the issues sent to mediation. Her level of wisdom is uncanny. She is able to bring awareness for parents to make the best decision for their family. I would highly recommend her as a skilled mediator in the field of family mediation.

Zak Shapiro

January 22, 2021.

Leyla is an exemplary mediator for couples going through a divorce. She has the couples best interest in mind at all times through out the mediation process. She truly supports couples in making the best decision for them, whether its to help work towards reconciliation or agree on divorce terms. She helps couple find creative and collaborative solutions for their division of assets and debts. She is patient and understanding of what both parties are going though, and she carefully and thoughtfully helps to find a solution. I Cannot recommend her enough!

Matthew Khorsandi

September 28, 2020.

Leyla is an incredible mediator with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Most importantly, she genuinely cares for the people she works with. Highly recommend.