Family Mediation Services for Child-Focused Conflict Resolution
At Yesoh Care Services, we provide professional family mediation services to help separating or separated parents resolve disputes with clarity, compassion, and cooperation.
Whether you're struggling with parenting arrangements, communication breakdowns, or emotional tensions post-separation, our mediators work with you to make child-focused decisions that support long-term family wellbeing and reduce the need for stressful court proceedings.
What Is Family Mediation and How Does It Work?
Family mediation is a structured, impartial process where trained professionals help parents reach agreements around parenting, finances, and family dynamics after separation. It’s an alternative to court that empowers you to retain control over decisions affecting your children.
Our mediators:
Facilitate respectful dialogue between parents
Focus on practical, child-centred solutions
Help reduce hostility and emotional strain
Encourage mutual understanding and cooperation
Everything is done with one goal in mind: to protect your children’s emotional health and create stable, nurturing family arrangements.
Mediation Sessions Designed to Improve Co-Parenting Communication
Our mediation sessions are built around the principle of effective co-parenting. Through guided conversations, we help parents:
✔ Understand each other’s concerns
✔ Stay focused on children’s best interests
✔‍ ‍Develop routines that minimise conflict
âś” Communicate more clearly and respectfully
The result is less confusion for children, fewer arguments for parents, and more cooperative family dynamics overall.
Guided by a Qualified Family Support Practitioner
Our lead mediator is a trained family support practitioner with a background in social work, safeguarding, and therapeutic intervention. This ensures that mediation is not only practical but emotionally sensitive — particularly when children are involved or when clients are healing from high-conflict relationships.
What to Expect from the Mediation Process
Every family is different, but here’s what you can generally expect:
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Most clients attend between 2–5 sessions, depending on the complexity of the issues. Each session typically lasts 60–90 minutes.
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Yes. Mediation is a confidential space. What’s discussed in mediation stays private (with a few legal exceptions for safety and disclosure).
Supporting Families Through Separation and Transition
We know separation doesn’t just affect legal arrangements; it impacts emotions, routines, and family roles. Our mediation process supports families through these transitions with empathy and practical guidance.
Child-Focused Agreements on Contact and Living Arrangements
We help parents make decisions around:
Parenting schedules
Holiday contact
Living arrangements
Special considerations for children's emotional or developmental needs
Triple P Family Transitions Programme and Parenting Support
We also recommend the Triple P Family Transitions Programme for those needing extra support. This evidence-based course helps parents:
Adjust after separation
Improve parenting skills
Build emotional resilience
We’re happy to provide these programmes as part of your mediation plan.
Online Family Mediation Available Across the UK
At Yeaoh Care Services, we offer both online and in-person family mediation services, making it easier for parents to access professional support wherever they are located.
Our secure online mediation sessions provide the same impartial guidance and structured process as face-to-face meetings, allowing you to participate from the comfort and privacy of your own home. Online mediation can be particularly beneficial for separated parents living in different locations, busy professionals, or those who prefer a more flexible approach.
Benefits of online mediation
âś” Attend from anywhere in the UK
âś” No travel time or associated costs
âś” Flexible scheduling options
âś” Safe and confidential virtual meetings
âś” Ideal for separated parents living apart
âś” Child-focused support and professional guidance throughout
Whether you choose online or in-person mediation, our goal remains the same: helping families reach positive, sustainable agreements that prioritise children's wellbeing and reduce conflict.
Family Mediation Fees
We believe that professional family mediation should be accessible, transparent, and focused on helping families reach positive outcomes without unnecessary court costs. If you are unsure which service you require, please contact us for guidance.
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Mediation Information & Assessment Meeting (MIAM) — From £135 per person
MIAM Certificate / Court Form Sign-Off — From £60 per person
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Family Mediation Session (60 Minutes) — From £135 per person, per session
Evening & Weekend Appointments — Price on Application
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Parenting Plan Preparation — From £135 per person
Memorandum of Understanding — From £60 per person
Open Financial Statement Preparation — From £60 per hour, per person
What's Included in a Mediation Session?
Our mediation sessions provide a structured and impartial environment where parents can:
âś” Discuss child arrangements and contact schedules
âś” Resolve disputes constructively
âś” Improve co-parenting communication
âś” Explore practical solutions that prioritise children's wellbeing
âś” Work towards mutually agreed outcomes without court intervention
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Where appropriate, mediation can be complemented by:
Triple P Family Transitions Programme
Parenting Apart Programme
Parenting support and guidance
Family therapeutic support services
Independent social work services
These additional services may incur separate fees, which will be discussed during your consultation.
Book a Family Mediation Session Today
Ready to move forward peacefully?
Contact Yesoh Care Services to book a confidential consultation or ask questions about our family mediation services, starting from 30ÂŁ/30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The cost of mediation depends on the type of service required and the number of sessions needed. We offer transparent pricing for MIAMs (Mediation Information and Assessment Meetings), mediation sessions, parenting plans, and related documentation. Please see our fee schedule above or contact us for a personalised quote.
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You may be eligible for Legal Aid if you meet certain financial criteria and your case falls within the Legal Aid Agency's guidelines. If one person qualifies for Legal Aid, some mediation costs for the other participant may also be covered. We can discuss your circumstances and signpost you to further information during your initial enquiry.
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In some family cases involving child arrangements, you may be eligible for support through the Family Mediation Voucher Scheme, which can contribute towards the cost of mediation. Eligibility is subject to current government funding criteria. Please contact us to find out whether your case may qualify.
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A Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting (MIAM) is usually the first step before making certain applications to the family court. During this confidential meeting, a mediator will explain the mediation process, assess whether mediation is suitable for your situation, and discuss the options available to help resolve your dispute. If mediation is not appropriate, the mediator may be able to provide the relevant court documentation.
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Mediation is one of the most effective ways to resolve family disputes without court intervention. Through structured discussions guided by an impartial mediator, parents can reach agreements on child arrangements, communication, finances, and other family matters. Mediation is often quicker, less stressful, and more cost-effective than court proceedings, while helping families maintain greater control over decisions affecting their children.
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Yes. Family mediation is particularly effective in helping parents agree on matters such as where children will live, how much time they will spend with each parent, holiday arrangements, education decisions, and communication plans. Our approach keeps children's welfare at the centre of every discussion.
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Yes. Mediation is a confidential process, allowing both parties to discuss issues openly in a safe and neutral environment. There are limited exceptions where information may need to be disclosed, such as concerns about a child's safety or risk of serious harm.
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Absolutely. We offer secure online family mediation sessions for clients across the UK, as well as in-person appointments where available. Online mediation provides a flexible and convenient way to access professional support from the comfort of your home.