A Household Agreement for Separated Couples Living Under One Roof in Ireland
Separated couples living under one roof in Ireland often need more than goodwill to manage the transition. A written household agreement can establish practical arrangements for bedrooms, privacy, finances, meals, household work, parenting, guests and communication. It can also provide a process for managing conflict and reviewing whether the shared living arrangement remains workable. The […]
Solutions for Parental Alienation (PA)
Addressing parental alienation (PA) requires a multi-faceted approach that combines legal, therapeutic, and social interventions to restore healthy parent-child relationships and protect the child’s well-being. Solutions to PA must focus on early detection, interventions that support family reconciliation, and court decisions that prioritise the best interests of the child. A collaboration between mental health professionals […]
My partner is such a good person, but I don’t love her any more. What should I do?
My partner is such a good person, but I don’t love her any more. What should I do? Relationships are complex and ever-changing, often requiring introspection and difficult decisions. As a psychotherapist, I’ve seen many individuals struggle with the realisation that their feelings towards their partner have shifted, even though their partner remains a good […]
What if I don’t want to be near my ex – could mediation still work for me?
What if I don’t want to be near my ex? Could mediation still work for me? Your first contact with a mediator, gives you the opportunity to tell the mediator about these issues. Mediators carry out full domestic abuse screening and assess if mediation is a suitable for you and your ex-partner to work through […]
How do we tell our children about separation/divorce?
How do we tell our children about separation/divorce? Parents who are splitting up may try to protect their children from worry and upset by not talking to them about it. But children pick up a lot of what is going on around them. They need information and reassurance. When older children and young people are […]
Navigating Divorce: The Advantages of Choosing Mediation.
Introduction: Divorce can be one of the most challenging and emotionally charged experiences in life. The traditional adversarial approach to divorce litigation often exacerbates tensions and may lead to lengthy, costly court battles. However, an alternative method gaining popularity for its effectiveness and numerous benefits is mediation. In this blog, we’ll explore the advantages […]
Family Law Mediation – Separating Couples
Mediation: Brian has spent several years acting as an expert witness in complex private family […]