Parenting Coordinators (PCs)
What Is Parenting Coordination?
Parenting coordination is a structured process to help separated or divorced parents manage ongoing co-parenting challenges. It's especially helpful in complex situations where repeated disagreements may affect children’s wellbeing.
Why Parenting Coordination?
I see parenting tension not as failure, but as a signal for growth. With the right support, co-parents can find solutions that benefit their children’s wellbeing and future.
Parenting Coordinators (PCs) facilitate communication between parents and guardians to achieve timely resolution for better future of children.
At Resolve, our mission is to empower individuals and families, to navigate conflict with respect, understanding, and cooperation. We are dedicated to fostering effective communication, peaceful resolution, and meaningful, lasting agreements. Our goal is to create positive outcomes and stable, harmonious environments where people can thrive.
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Parenting Coordination vs. Mediation
Parenting coordination, often used in high-conflict situations, helps parents implement and manage parenting plans, while mediation is a voluntary process that helps parents reach mutual agreements — please see below for a detailed comparison between the two.
| Aspect | Parenting Coordination | Mediation |
| Focus | Ongoing support for implementing parenting plans | Single-session dispute resolution |
| Duration | Long-term (up to 2 years) | Short-term (typically one session) |
| Confidentiality | Not confidential; can be reported to courts | Confidential process |
| Court Involvement | Can be court-ordered or voluntary | Often a prerequisite before court proceedings |
It is never too late - to take action
If your child is experiencing ongoing conflict during or after a family law proceeding or separation, or even if there has been no legal action taken, this damaging conflict could have negative consequences in their educational, social, and healthy future.
Getting Started Make a BookingA Supportive Pathway to Effective Co-Parenting
Parenting Coordination is an ongoing, structured process that helps parents implement their parenting plans, consent orders and court orders and resolve day-to-day disagreements. Unlike traditional mediation, it offers continuous support, focusing on:
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Enhancing communication between parents
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Managing everyday parenting decisions
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Reducing children's exposure to parental disagreements
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Maintaining focus on the children's best interests
This process is particularly beneficial for families experiencing high levels of conflict post-separation.
Helping Families Collaborate for Their Children's Wellbeing
At Resolve Parenting Coordination, we assist separated parents to work together harmonioslt in priorizing their childrens needs. Our child-focused approach aims to reduce parental disagreements and foster a stable, nurturing environment for your family.
Structured Support Tailored to Your Family's Needs
- Initial Individual Sessions: Each parent meets separately with the Parenting Coordinator to discuss concerns and goals.
- Joint Sessions: Regular meetings (typically monthly) to address parenting issues collaboratively.
- Ongoing Communication: Support between sessions as needed to manage emerging challenges.
- Duration: The process usually spans up to two years but can be adjusted based on family needs.
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Non-confidential: Coordinators may report concerns to court.
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Child-centred: Focused on minimizing children's exposure to tension.
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Voluntary or court-ordered.
- Emotional Security: Reduced exposure to parental disagreements fosters a sense of safety.
- Consistent Parenting: Helps maintain routines and stability across households.
- Improved Adjustment: Supports children's adaptation to new family dynamics.
- Enhanced Relationships: Encourages positive interactions with both parents.
- Effective Communication: Learn strategies to communicate respectfully and constructively.
- Conflict Resolution Skills: Develop tools to manage and resolve disagreements amicably.
- Reduced Stress: Alleviate the emotional toll of ongoing disputes.
- Legal Compliance: Assistance in adhering to court orders and parenting agreements.
Your Neutral Partner in Co-Parenting
A Parenting Coordinator is a trained professional who:
- Facilitates communication between parents
- Assists in implementing parenting plans
- Provides education on child development and co-parenting strategies
- Monitors compliance with court orders
- Helps resolve disputes promptly to avoid litigation
They do not take sides but work to ensure decisions are made in the best interests of the children.
Is Parenting CoordinationRight for You?
Consider the following:
Experience frequent disagreements over parenting decisions
Struggle with communication post-separation
Want to shield your children from ongoing parental disputes
Seek a structured approach to co-parenting
