Question 1

What Are Your Rates?

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Coaching Rates are $150/hour + HSTMediation Rates are $235/hour + HST The cost for a Separation Agreement typically ranges from $595 -$995 + HST, depending on how many sections are required.

Question 2

How Long Will My Process Take?

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The length of your Coaching process depends on your particular needs and situation.
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The average mediation consists of:
Each party attending an intake session
Followed by 2 two-hour joint sessions.
The first joint session is focused on the financial issues and the second deals more with the children.
Following that, I write up your Agreement Document and then
We meet one final time to review the Agreement together.
HOWEVER, if your case is complex or it takes you some time to gather certain necessary information, the process can be longer. Co-operation and preparation affect how quickly and cost-effectively the process unfolds. Occasionally, my clients work through the process quicker than normal and, yes, they save money.

Question 3

Can A Mediator Write a Separation Agreement?

Accepted Answer

The quick answer is Yes.
Read My Blog: Can A Mediator Write a Separation Agreement

Question 4

Do We Need Lawyers for Mediation?

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Many people choose mediation because they wish to avoid the excessive cost of lawyers. Lawyers can advise you in ways that mediators are not allowed to. However, in Canada, you are free to make your Agreement with or without lawyers - the choice is yours.
The following statement was directly from the Government of Canada website. It has since been removed, but is still 100% true: "You can prepare a separation agreement on your own, or get a lawyer (or notary in Quebec and British Columbia) to prepare one for you."

Question 5

What Is Your Experience and Educational Background?

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What Is Your Experience and Educational Background?
I bring over 12 years of experience as a family law mediator, having worked with hundreds of clients to navigate complex legal and relational disputes. Additionally, I have over 30 years of experience counseling families, individuals, and couples, providing guidance in conflict resolution, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.
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My educational background includes:
B.Sc. in Physics – University of Lethbridge
B.A. (Honors) in Psychology – University of Waterloo
Graduate Certificate in Mediation – University of Waterloo
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Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Training:
I have completed over 150 hours of post-graduate training in Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), primarily through Conrad Grebel College at the University of Waterloo, covering:
Understanding Conflict
Mediation & Negotiation (Levels 1 & 2)
Advanced Family Mediation
Domestic Abuse & Power Imbalances
Practical Ethics for Working Mediators
Civil Procedure
Additionally, I have completed a 50-hour mediation internship and have been a member of OAFM (Ontario Association for Family Mediation), ADRIC (Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Canada), and ADRIO (Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Ontario).
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Inner Healing & Transformational Coaching:
Alongside my work in mediation and conflict resolution, I have extensive training in inner healing modalities, equipping me to support individuals dealing with trauma, abuse, addictions, depression, and Dissociative Identity Disorder (D.I.D.).
My specialized inner healing training includes:
Isaiah 61 Healing School & Advanced Workshops – Singing Waters Retreat Center, Orangeville, Ontario (2008–2010)
Prayer Care Counseling School (Levels 1 & 2) – Cornerstone Christian Counseling, Kitchener, Ontario (2008)
Private Mentorship with Arthur Burk – Sapphire Leadership Group (Dec 2021 – Apr 2022)
I also hold a Life Coach Certification (The Academy of Modern Applied Psychology), further enhancing my ability to support clients in their healing and personal growth journeys.
With this diverse blend of professional mediation experience, psychological expertise, and holistic healing training, I offer a comprehensive, compassionate, and transformative approach to mediation, coaching, and inner healing.

Question 6

Is Mediation Right for You?

Accepted Answer

Mediation works best when both parties are open to a structured, solution-focused process.
Mediation is a good fit if:
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You want to avoid court
You are open to working toward agreement
You want a clear and efficient process
Communication is difficult but still possible
You want to reduce conflict and move forward
You need structure around decisions and next steps
A practical path forward for most separating couples.

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