Therapy explores the past to understand and heal it. This work structures the present to move it forward. I’m not treating anything — I’m creating the conditions for people to communicate and reach agreements. The work addresses emotional dynamics because those dynamics block resolution, not as an end in itself. Sessions are focused, time-limited, and outcome-oriented.

No. Individual sessions are available and often the most useful place to start. Working on your own responses, clarity, and communication can shift the dynamic significantly — even before the other person is involved. Many joint processes begin because one person did individual work first.

A mediation agreement is not automatically legally binding, but a written Heads of Agreement carries significant weight and can be formalised by a solicitor. Parenting agreements can be registered as a Parenting Plan under the Family Law Act.

Previous unsuccessful mediation usually means the underlying dynamics weren’t addressed — only the surface positions. This approach works at the level of underlying needs and communication patterns, which is why it tends to produce agreements that last and relationships that function better afterward.

Yes. Everything discussed is confidential and without prejudice — it cannot be used in legal proceedings. Standard exceptions apply for serious safety concerns.

Not for the mediation itself. If you want agreements formalised into legal documents, a solicitor can do that after we’ve reached agreement — which is significantly less expensive than running a legal dispute from the start.