The Hidden Trauma of Family Court: A Mediator's Guide to Protecting Your Kids with Joe Dillon

About this episode

Joe Dillon discusses the impact of family court on children and the importance of mediation in high-conflict divorce situations.

In this conversation, Joe Dillon, a seasoned mediator, shares his journey into mediation, influenced by his childhood experiences with divorce. He emphasizes the importance of understanding children's perspectives during parental conflicts and the need for effective communication between parents. Joe discusses the role of mediation as a peaceful alternative to litigation, highlighting the emotional and financial challenges faced by families. He provides insights into the skills necessary for ...

People in this episode

Host: Sol Kennedy

Guest: Joe Dillon

Topics covered

• mediation
• family court
• children's perspectives
• parental conflict
• effective communication
• high-conflict divorce

Keywords

• mediation
• family court
• divorce
• children
• parenting
• conflict resolution
• communication

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