If you are in a committed relationship and share kids, you are co-parenting every day. However, this co-parenting relationship can change dramatically if you decide to separate or divorce. One of the most important tenets of co-parenting is effective communication. Strong communication is important but is also extremely difficult, especially as you navigate a divorce. AMS Mediation offers communication coaching services for families in the Minnesota area who want to improve their communication and lower their conflict and the cost of litigation.
Communication Coach for Co-Parenting
Our staff can help you with a wide variety of strategies regarding communicating and co-parenting. and you can get tailored support that meets your family’s unique needs. Some of the most common issues that we generally focus on include strategies for effective co-parenting communication, ways to protect your kids from the conflict between you and your ex, how to bring up concerns and negotiate solutions, how to practice active listening skills, how to focus on your future rather than your past, avoiding common pitfalls with co-parenting, how to reduce conflict during discussions and more. Effective communication can make all interactions more positive and productive and is a great way to model the behavior for your kids.
You can elect to work directly with a communications coach, or you may find that you are referred to a coach for assistance by the courts, a Custody Evaluator, an attorney, a Parenting Consultant or another court authority. The Minnesota court system encourages all families to use an alternative dispute resolution technique to resolve the terms of your divorce, including custody so that you do not have to spend the time and money on litigation. Co-parenting is a challenge, but working with a mediation firm can help you put healthy strategies in place for you and your kids.
Minnesota Mediator and Communication Coach
Communication can be difficult in many situations, both personally and professionally, but when it comes to your kids, the emotions are high. Even though you may understand that you both want what is best for your kids, you may go about this in very different ways. Finding ways to compromise, negotiate, listen and communicate will help you co-parent for many years to come. Your communication coach can give you tips, strategies and specific guidance about how best to communicate with your ex as you develop your co-parenting relationship. For more information about our communication coaching services, give AMS Mediation a call at 952-252-1492.
