Thatcher Dynamic Mediation
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Divorce Mediation in Seattle: Facilitative & Collaborative
At Thatcher Relational Dynamics, we help couples in Seattle and King County navigate divorce with clarity, respect, and collaboration. Our divorce mediation services are designed to reduce conflict, lower legal costs, and create agreements that work for your unique situation. Whether you need a facilitative divorce, collaborative divorce, or help with parenting plans, we guide you every step of the way.
Facilitative Divorce Mediation in Seattle
What is Facilitative Divorce?
An impartial mediator guides discussions and decision-making.
Focuses on effective communication, conflict resolution, and relational patterns.
Covers financial, property, and parenting discussions.
Benefits:
Cost-effective compared to traditional divorce litigation.
Helps couples reach mutually agreeable solutions.
Provides a complete dissolution application ready for attorney review.
Optional Shuttle Mediation:
For couples who prefer minimal direct interaction.
Can be conducted in-person or virtually.
Collaborative Divorce in Seattle
What is Collaborative Divorce?
Each party works with a consulting attorney.
We help organize assets, liabilities, and goals for attorney review.
Mediation sessions are used to reach agreements on property, finances, and parenting.
Benefits:
Reduces legal costs while maintaining attorney support.
Supports confident, informed decision-making.
Encourages cooperative problem-solving and respectful communication.
Parenting Plan Mediation & Revisions
Why You Need a Parenting Plan in Washington State:
Courts require detailed parenting plans for children in divorces.
Well-designed plans reduce tension and protect parent-child relationships.
Our Services:
Creation of new parenting plans.
Revisions to existing plans to address changing family dynamics.
Assistance with co-parent communication and conflict resolution.
FAQs: Divorce and Parenting Plan Mediation in Seattle
Q: How long does mediation take?
A: Most facilitative or collaborative divorces take 2–6 sessions, depending on complexity and cooperation.
Q: Can mediation help with high-conflict divorces?
A: Yes. Options like shuttle mediation or virtual sessions allow parties to communicate safely and constructively.
Q: Do I need an attorney for mediation?
A: Facilitative mediation does not require attorneys, but collaborative divorce involves consulting attorneys for advice and review.
Q: Will parenting plans created in mediation hold up in court?
A: Yes. Our parenting plans meet Washington State legal requirements and can be submitted directly to the court.
Family Mediation
Families often face conflicts that affect relationships and household harmony. Our family mediation services help:
Resolve specific conflicts between family members.
Establish frameworks for ongoing communication.
Prevent issues from escalating into costly legal disputes.
Who Benefits:
Parents, adult children, blended families, and extended family units.
Workplace Mediation
Workplace conflict can reduce productivity, morale, and job satisfaction. Our workplace mediation services provide:
Neutral, third-party facilitation.
Pre-mediation interviews to understand all issues.
Conflict resolution strategies tailored to your Seattle workplace.
Benefits:
Reduces absenteeism and turnover.
Improves employee relationships and well-being.
Promotes a healthy, collaborative work environment.
Rates
Consultation
By phone or virtual. Parties may split time 15 minutes each.
30 minutes | free
Pre-Mediation
By phone or virtual. Parties may split time 30 minutes each.
$100 | hour
Mediation
In person or virtual
$200 | hour