Family Mediation in Hampshire — Calm, Confidential & Practical
When a relationship breaks down, the decisions that follow can feel overwhelming. We help separating couples, parents and families reach workable agreements on children, finances and property — without going straight to court.
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Mediation helps you answer the hard questions
Family mediation is a private, voluntary process where an independent mediator helps you work through arrangements after separation — without taking sides or forcing outcomes.
A calmer, more constructive way forward
Family mediation is not about winning or losing. It is about creating a structured space where both people can talk through the issues, understand each other’s concerns and explore realistic, child-focused solutions.
Unlike court proceedings, mediation keeps you in control of the decisions that affect your children, your home and your future. It is often faster, less stressful and significantly less costly than a contested court process.
Find Out If Mediation Is Right For YouWhat is a MIAM and do you need one?
A MIAM — Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting — is your first private meeting with a mediator. In most family court cases, attending a MIAM is a legal requirement before you can make an application, unless a valid exemption applies.
Private, one-to-one meeting
You meet the mediator alone to explain your situation in your own words.
Understand your options
The mediator explains the full range of dispute resolution options available.
Safety assessment
The mediator assesses whether mediation is safe and appropriate for your circumstances.
Court form signed if needed
If you need to proceed to court, we can sign the relevant form at your MIAM.
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Family Mediation Services Across Hampshire
Whatever your family’s situation, we have a service to help. All sessions are confidential, impartial and led by qualified mediators.
Child Arrangement Mediation
Help parents agree on where children live, contact schedules, school holidays, handovers and long-term parenting plans. Always focused on children’s welfare and emotional wellbeing.
Explore Child Arrangement MediationDivorce & Separation Mediation
A calm, structured space to discuss what needs to happen next — covering children, living arrangements, financial responsibilities and future communication planning.
Explore Divorce & Separation MediationFinancial & Property Mediation
Structured discussions on the family home, savings, debts, pensions, income and future responsibilities — with written proposals that can be converted into a consent order.
View Financial & Property Mediation ServicesOnline Family Mediation
Attend MIAM appointments and mediation sessions from home. Available across England and Wales — ideal if you live apart, work long hours or prefer not to travel.
Discover Online Family MediationShuttle Mediation
Where direct communication is difficult, each person speaks with the mediator separately. Safe, structured and suitable where emotions are high or direct discussion is not appropriate.
Learn About Shuttle Mediation SupportLegal Aid & Voucher Scheme
Legal aid may cover your costs if you meet eligibility criteria. The Family Mediation Voucher Scheme may also contribute up to £500 towards session costs in eligible child-related cases.
View Legal Aid & Voucher Scheme InformationFamily Mediation — Step by Step
Contact Us
Call or complete our confidential contact form with your details and a brief description of the issue.
Attend Your MIAM
Your private first meeting. Explain your situation and find out if mediation is right for you.
Other Person Invited
If suitable, the other person attends their own separate MIAM before any joint session.
Mediation Sessions
Joint sessions — in person, online or shuttle — to work through the issues together.
Written Outcome
Proposals written up clearly. Take legal advice or apply for a binding consent order.
Why Choose Mediation Over Going to Court?
Understanding the real differences between family mediation and court proceedings — so you can make the right choice for your family.
Family Mediation
Private · Flexible · Child-focused
- ✓You and your family stay in control of decisions
- ✓Private — discussions cannot be used in court
- ✓Significantly less costly than contested court
- ✓Typically resolved in weeks, not months or years
- ✓Agreements you helped shape — more likely to last
- ✓Keeps children out of the middle of conflict
- ✓Flexible — online or in-person appointments
- ✓Legal aid and voucher support available
Court Proceedings
Formal · Adversarial · Judge-led
- ×A judge makes the final decision — not you
- ×Public record — court hearings are rarely private
- ×Often significantly more expensive in legal fees
- ×Can take 12–24 months or longer to resolve
- ×Win/lose outcomes can increase long-term conflict
- ×Children may be drawn into proceedings indirectly
- ×Strict court timetables with little flexibility
- ×May require attendance at multiple hearings
The right mediator makes all the difference
Families across Hampshire trust us because we keep discussions calm, balanced and focused on real outcomes — not process for its own sake.
Start with a Confidential ConversationFully Confidential
Everything discussed in mediation is private and cannot be used in court.
Impartial & Fair
Our mediators are neutral — we never take sides or push a particular outcome.
Child-Focused
Children’s welfare, routine and emotional wellbeing are always at the centre of our work.
FMC Accredited
Our mediators are accredited by the Family Mediation Council — the professional regulator.
Flexible Options
In-person, online or shuttle mediation — we work around your circumstances.
Cost-Conscious
Legal aid guidance and voucher scheme support available to reduce your costs.
Serving Families Across Hampshire
We provide family mediation appointments in person and online to families across Hampshire and surrounding areas.
Online mediation available for clients anywhere across England and Wales — from the comfort of your own home.
Frequently Asked Questions About Family Mediation in Hampshire
Confidential Conversation — Start Here
You do not need to have everything worked out before getting in touch. Whether you have questions, need to book a MIAM or simply want to understand your options — we are here to help.