CO‑PARENTING MEDIATION SERVICES

Structured Support for Parenting Decisions and Communication

GRACE by BBT™ provides private Co‑Parenting Mediation for parents who need a neutral, structured process to address communication, parenting schedules, decision‑making, and recurring disagreements concerning their children.

The process is designed to help parents identify concerns, discuss practical options, and work toward informed, child‑focused decisions without placing children in the middle of adult conflict.

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Who Co‑Parenting Mediation Is For

Co‑Parenting Mediation may be appropriate for:

• Separated or divorced parents

• Unmarried parents

• Parents living in different households

• Parents creating or revising parenting arrangements

• Parents experiencing repeated communication problems

• Parents disagreeing about schedules, responsibilities, or decisions

• Parents seeking support before or during court proceedings

• Parents who are willing to participate voluntarily and work toward practical solutions

Parents do not have to agree before mediation begins. They must, however, be able to participate voluntarily, safely, and meaningfully.

Geographic Availability

GRACE by BBT™ provides private virtual Co‑Parenting Mediation throughout the United States and internationally when participation is voluntary and the matter is appropriate.

Court‑referred mediation is accepted according to the eligibility and procedural requirements of the referring court or mediation program.

What Co‑Parenting Mediation May Address

Co‑Parenting Mediation may address:

• Regular parenting schedules

• Holidays and school breaks

• Transportation and exchanges

• Communication expectations

• Shared decision‑making

• School and extracurricular activities

• Medical concerns

• Travel

• Household consistency

• New relationships

• Extended‑family involvement

• Schedule changes

• Procedures for addressing future disagreements

The mediator does not decide which parent is right or impose a parenting arrangement. The parents remain responsible for their decisions.

What Co‑Parenting Mediation Includes

Depending on the selected service or package, Co‑Parenting Mediation may include:

• Initial consultation

• Individual intake and screening

• General mediation‑preparation materials

• Individual mediation sessions

• Joint mediation sessions

• Parenting‑schedule discussions

• Communication planning

• Decision‑making frameworks

• One neutral Memorandum of Understanding when included in a package. Documentation for hourly mediation is separately priced.

• Selected digital workbooks when included in a package

Conflict Coaching is a separate service and is not included in Co‑Parenting Mediation.

Co‑Parenting Mediation Pricing

Hourly Co‑Parenting Mediation

$250–$400 per hour

A deposit equal to one hour of the selected service is required to reserve an appointment. The deposit is applied toward the scheduled service and is not an additional charge.

Co‑Parenting Mediation Package — $1,500 (Discounted)

The package includes:

• Two individual mediation sessions for Participant One

• Two individual mediation sessions for Participant Two

• One final joint mediation session

• One neutral Memorandum of Understanding

• Selected digital workbooks

Discounted packages must be paid in full before scheduling. All package sales are final and nonrefundable.

Additional mediation time and optional follow‑up services are billed separately at the applicable hourly rate.

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High‑Conflict and Complex Co‑Parenting Matters

GRACE by BBT™ may accept high‑conflict or complex Co‑Parenting matters after individual intake and suitability screening.

These matters may involve:

• Longstanding communication breakdowns

• Repeated schedule disputes

• Multiple children with different needs

• School or medical concerns

• Relocation or travel issues

• Blended‑family concerns

• Court involvement

• Multiple overlapping parenting disagreements

Complex matters may require additional mediation time, structured preparation, document review, or support from independent legal, therapeutic, educational, or medical professionals.

Acceptance depends on voluntary participation, safety, and suitability for mediation.

What Co‑Parenting Mediation Does Not Include

Co‑Parenting Mediation does not include:

• Legal advice

• Legal representation

• Parenting coordination

• Therapy

• Custody evaluations

• Psychological evaluations

• Court filing services

• Enforcement of court orders

• A custody determination

• A guaranteed agreement

• A guaranteed court outcome

Parents may consult independent attorneys or other qualified professionals before, during, or after mediation.

Confidentiality

Co‑Parenting Mediation is intended to provide a private and confidential setting.

Confidentiality is governed by:

• The written mediation agreement

• Applicable law

• Professional standards

• Court or program rules, when applicable

• Legal, ethical, safety‑related, or reporting exceptions

Process Timeline

1. Consultation

2. Individual intake and screening

3. Issue identification and preparation

4. Individual mediation sessions

5. Joint mediation session

6. Documentation (when included)

7. Follow‑up (optional), billed separately

What Clients Can Reasonably Expect

Clients can reasonably expect:

• A neutral and structured process

• An opportunity for each parent to explain concerns

• Support identifying child‑focused priorities

• Assistance exploring practical options

• Clearer communication

• More organized decision‑making

• A written MOU when included in the package

• Respectful and professional service

GRACE by BBT™ does not guarantee agreement, legal enforceability, court approval, or a specific outcome.

Understanding the Differences

Co‑Parenting Mediation

Supports shared parenting decisions with a neutral mediator.

Conflict Coaching

A separate individual service to help one parent prepare for mediation or difficult conversations.

Legal Advice

Not provided. Parents may consult independent attorneys.

Therapy

Not provided. Mediation focuses on communication and decision‑making.

Why Parents Choose GRACE by BBT™

Parents may choose GRACE by BBT™ because the process offers:

• Individual intake and suitability screening

• Neutral, structured facilitation

• More than 200 hours of mediation and conflict‑resolution training

• Family‑mediation and restorative‑practice experience

• Original workbooks and preparation resources

• Transparent hourly and package pricing

• Six client testimonials

• Virtual accessibility throughout the United States and internationally

• Clear professional boundaries

GRACE by BBT™ helps parents move through difficult conflict with structure, dignity, and practical preparation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Co‑Parenting Mediation work? Each parent completes intake and screening. The mediator facilitates individual and joint discussions focused on parenting concerns, communication, schedules, and practical next steps.

What is included? Hourly mediation may include consultation, intake, preparation, individual or joint sessions, parenting‑schedule discussions, communication planning, and decision‑making support. The package includes five sessions, one MOU, and selected digital workbooks.

How much does it cost? Hourly services are $250–$400 per hour. The discounted package is $1,500.

Are additional sessions included? No. Additional mediation time is billed separately.

Is Conflict Coaching included? No. It is a separate service.

Can mediation address high‑conflict concerns? Yes, when appropriate after screening.

Does the mediator provide legal advice? No.

Is mediation confidential? Co-Parenting Mediation is intended to be private and confidential. Confidentiality is governed by the written mediation agreement, applicable law, professional standards, and any legal, ethical, safety-related, reporting, or court-program exceptions.

What happens if we do not reach an agreement? Parents may continue mediation, pause, seek legal advice, pursue another process, or proceed through court.

Can GRACE by BBT™ work with parents outside Maryland? Yes. Private virtual mediation is available throughout the U.S. and internationally.

When is the package payment due?
The discounted $1,500 package must be paid in full before scheduling. All package sales are final and nonrefundable.

Begin Co‑Parenting Mediation

GRACE by BBT™ offers a neutral process for parents ready to address conflict, improve communication, and make practical, child‑focused decisions.

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