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WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF MEDIATION AND HOW CAN IT HELP YOU? The purpose of mediation is to help people involved in a dispute to engage in a problem-solving conversation with one another, with the assistance of a dispute resolution practitioner (the Mediator). In essence, this conversation amounts to an “assisted negotiation” between the parties. Mediation can loosen the “deadlocks” which often prevent resolution, and can promote understanding, cooperation, and joint problem-solving between disputing parties. Mediation may be undertaken voluntarily, under court order, or subject to an existing contractual agreement. Mediation increases the possibility that disputant’s views can be aired, reflected upon and discussed thoughtfully, without cynicism and/or belligerence. A fair argument requires mutual respect and openness whether it’s between siblings, colleagues, managers or politicians. Mediation is based on a consensual mutual process of understanding and negotiation and should not be confused with legal proceedings. WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF MEDIATION? Unlike other forms of dispute resolution, e.g. going to court, or even asking an expert to decide how a dispute will be resolved, mediation is informal, confidential, gives the disputants the power to negotiate their own agreement and promotes greater understanding between people in disputes, which gives it a much greater probability of ‘healing’ relationships. Mediation has a high 80% success rate however some cases are not suitable for mediation. Where the stakes are too high, relationships are too damaged or important issues of public interest call for a decision. |
Testimonials:
On behalf of the Executive of the Counsellors and Psychotherapists Association of NSW (CAPA NSW) I am writing to thank you for the mediation you provided to our office staff. More…. Many thanks for your role as mediator yesterday. More…. Everyone knows that when people are in serious conflict, they stop talking to each other. As the rift deepens, it can cripple a business, damage a friendship, tear apart a family, and have a ripple effect that can be felt by many people for many years. More… “Leah provided 100% support and encouragement to me and was an invaluable and supportive manager during a time of anxiety, stress and emotional upheaval. I cannot recommend her highly enough to assist, support and manage any dispute in both a private and commercial capacity. |