Introduction: I only do mediations where future relationships matter - family law issues. I work to help families facing divorce or other difficult problems find an agreement without submitting themselves to court process that, by its nature, increases the conflict level.
I get to go home knowing that the families who have worked with me to reach an agreement have helped themselves tremendously in their ability to effectively co-parent in the future. They don't always recognize the amount of stress and conflict they've avoided, but I know the alternative very well.