AMS Mediation Blog

Children and Conflict Series Part 7

Why Parenting Plans? Written parenting plans provide children and parents with predictability and consistency and can prevent future conflict. Open discussion and cooperation between parents is essential for success. Courts prefer that parents reach their own...
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Children and Conflict Series Part 6

Telling the Children Discuss how, when and what you will tell the children with your partner/spouse before talking with the children. a.        ONLY discuss divorce/separation unless you are absolutely certain that it will happen. 2. If possible, both parents should...
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Children and Conflict Series Part 5

Emotional Needs of Children… 13 Things Kids Want Parents to Know… We need to know you love us, will protect us, and won’t leave us. Help us get organized for going back and forth. Be patient. Listen to our questions and opinions even if you don’t agree. Accept...
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Children and Conflict Series Part 4

Devaluing (Abusive) Behaviors… Using Institutions = Threats of punishment from God, courts, police, school, juvenile detention, foster homes, relatives, psych wards. Isolation = Control access to other parent, siblings, grandparents, friends, etc. Emotional Abuse =...
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Children and Conflict Series Part 3

Nurturing Behaviors… Trust & Respect = Acknowledge children’s right to their own feelings, friends, activities & opinions.  Promote independence & allow privacy.  Respect feelings for other parent.  Believe your children. Promote Emotional Security =...
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Children and Conflict Series Part 2

Research Findings: Studies consistently find that children with bi-nuclear families are as a group somewhat worse off than children of intact families. ~   Problems include: difficulty in school, behavior problems, negative self-concepts, problems with peers, and...
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A MESSAGE FROM AMS, LLC - RE: COVID-19

The safety of clients, ourselves, and colleagues is our top priority while we remain available to assist you as you navigate the new and uncharted territory caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

 

Offering All Services Virtually

While providing virtual ADR services was not part of our plan, we have made the necessary accommodations to ensure we can continue to serve our clients during these unsettling times. All services are currently available through virtually. We are using Zoom for videoconferencing. We suggest that you download this app to your phone or the program to your computer at https://zoom.us/download.

 

Limited In-Person Services

We have resumed limited in-person services for sessions with 1 or 2 participants scheduled for a maximum of 2 hours. Masks are required in our building and in session. Availability is subject to change based on local regulations and CDC guidelines.

 

Office Hours

Our office hours remain the same and we remain available by phone and email. The main office number is 952.252.1492. Gabe can be reached via email at gabe@amsmediationplus.com.

 

New Clients Welcome

We offer free 1-hour divorce consultations via Zoom. Potential PC and PTE clients are invited to schedule a free 15-minute phone call. Please call 952.252.1492 to set up an appointment. We are here to help!

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we all continue to adapt to these rapidly changing and chaotic times. Stay strong, stay resilient, and stay healthy!

 

Sincerely,
Amber Serwat & Gabe Frye
ADR Professional & ADR Assistant

Divorce Mediation & Dispute Resolution Services - Amber Serwat Mediation

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