Divorce - Balakhane Mediation

What are the steps in the mediation process?

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

What are the steps in the mediation process? Before couples decide the best course of action when separating, it is helpful to know the essential steps of the mediation process....

Top Ten Reasons Why Couples Divorce

Posted in Couples, Divorce, Mediation.

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 Uncategorized, Couples, Divorce.

Many couples regard their relationship as a source of comfort, reassurance and identity. Once you are stripped of the confines of your marriage, it is difficult to find who you are...

Why Should You Consider Mediation When Getting a Divorce?

Posted in Divorce.

While there are a variety of reasons why mediation is a desirable alternative to a traditional divorce, I believe mediation is an undeniably powerful tool for families ensconced...

How Forgiveness Benefits You After The Divorce

Posted in Couples, Divorce, Mediation.

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...

8 Ways to Improve Communication With Your Ex-Spouse

Posted in Divorce, Co-parenting, Children, Mediation.

Communication is an integral part of our lives, as we are constantly called to interact with others to complete tasks, gain information, etc. While communicating should be easily...

Division of Assets and Debts

Posted in Divorce, Mediation.

Financial matters are a primary topic of discussion in divorce mediation. While the matter of how much money you have in the bank is quite simple to figure out, it is often a bit...

Divorce Mediation for Parents: One Less Fight the Children Witness

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

Separation and divorce has lasting and varied consequences for families. For children, their coping methods are heavily influenced by their parents’ relationship. If the separation...

How to Tell Your Kids You’re Dating Again

Posted in Divorce, Families and Divorce, Children.

Understandably, telling your kids you are seeing new people is difficult. They could react in a variety of ways. At worst, they could be angry at you for attempting to “replace”...

Successful Co-Parenting

Posted in Divorce, Co-parenting, Families and Divorce, Children.

Successful co-parenting is important for the long-term happiness of your child. Getting involved in conflicts with your co-parent will elicit a range of negative responses, as is...

How to Tell Your Kids That You’re Getting a Divorce

Posted in Divorce, Children.

Before telling your kids about your divorce, be sure to have a strategy. Find articles, first-hand accounts and professional advice to inform the way you craft the narrative, so...

The Importance of Listening In Mediation

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

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...