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COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE/MEDIATION

Collaborative Practice is an alternative dispute resolution process that provides the opportunity to confidentially and respectfully negotiate a mutually acceptable resolution to divorce or custody concerns without having to go to court.  Through open communication and information sharing, a team of attorneys, mental health professionals, and financial professionals work together to help educate, empower and guide the couple in creating shared solutions. The outcome for the family is a custom, longlasting plan that values the perspectives and needs of the entire family.  The Collaborative Process is founded on the principals of transparency and respect and as a result, provides a space for healing. 

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Pamela is the Past President of the Collaborative Professionals of Northwest Pennsylvania (CPNWPA) and an active member of the International Association of Collaborative Professionals (IACP).  She invites you to learn more about our local community of Collaborative Professionals at cpnwpa.org and about our International Collaborative Community at collaborativepractice.org. 

Collaborative Coach/Facilitator

The Collaborative Coach is a licensed mental health provider who helps support the couple by emotionally and strategically supporting them in the Collaborative Process. The Collaborative Coach is specially trained to serve as the neutral facilitator that helps navigate the dynamics of the couple and the professional team and does not act in a therapeutic capacity.  

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The Collaborative Coach:

  • Has specialized training and expertise in areas including communication, negotiations, family dynamics, divorce,  ad conflict resolution.

  • Supports the couple by helping them stay focused on their goals and interests, both individual and shared.

  • Provides insight and guidance into the family and professional team dynamics.

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Child Specialist

Please refer to the Child Specialist page.

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