About Family Mediation Group of New York
We hear you, we help you hear each other. We give you the tools to communicate effectively during mediation and after its conclusion.
Family Mediation Group of New York
When you choose Family Mediation Group of New York, both parties will receive individualized guidance in crafting specific solutions that tackle their unique family issues.
Our mediators are dedicated to facilitating open lines of communication.
Recognizing the emotional challenges this difficult period can bring, our aim is to guide discussions while mitigating stress and achieving dissolution of your relationship. The FMG mediators excel as attentive listeners and innovative problem solvers. We strive to cultivate positive outcomes for all participants. Our goal is to empower couples, helping them navigate the process and find solutions that are right for their particular family circumstances.
Resolving conflict is rarely about who is right. It is about acknowledgement and appreciation of differences.
6 Pillars of Our Approach
1. Empathy and Understanding
We strive to understand the perspectives, emotions, and concerns of each party involved, fostering an atmosphere of empathy that paves the way for meaningful discussions and creative solutions.
2. Facilitation of Communication
Our mediators skillfully facilitate open and respectful communication, ensuring that all voices are heard and valued, and helping parties move beyond impasses to find common ground.
3. Customized Solutions
We believe that every situation is unique. Our mission is to craft tailored solutions that address the specific needs and circumstances of our clients, fostering outcomes that are practical, sustainable, and mutually satisfying.
4. Conflict Transformation
Our mission is to help our clients shift from adversarial positions to collaborative problem-solving. The goal is to guide the parties towards a healthier and more effective communication style viewing conflict as an opportunity for growth and positive change.
5. Empowerment
Through our mediation process, we empower our clients to take an active role in shaping their own futures. We provide the tools and support needed to make informed decisions that lead to lasting agreements.
6. Confidentiality and Privacy
Upholding the highest standards of confidentiality, we ensure that all discussions and agreements remain private, providing a safe and secure space for parties to engage in open dialogue.
Our Process
The FMG process enables the parties to actively participate in crafting creative strategies and solutions to resolve their conflicts, neither of which are characteristic of litigated divorces. With our mediators’ guidance, couples control the process and make their own decisions rather than entrusting a court to dictate the course of their family's future. Also, unlike the litigation process, our meetings can be scheduled in person or by Zoom to accommodate family obligations like work and school. It’s private and confidential and much less costly than litigation. Most importantly, mediation preserves relationships that are often destroyed in the litigation process.