Family Separation & Mediation Services
Experience
family separation and mediation services
www.fsms.com.au
Working Towards a Brighter Future
At Family Separation & Mediation Services, wellbeing is at the forefront of what we’re working together towards. Our programs and activities are designed to be a catalyst that helps community members reach their goals and fulfill their potential. Learn more about the positive impact we have and join us in bringing about positive change.
Our Services
Our service assists families who are experiencing challenges within their relationships, including those going through separation and divorce. Our experienced and highly trained staff will listen to your story in a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment.
If you are experiencing family breakdown, separated or in the process of separating, our service can assist you to navigate through the appropriate channels and guide you to seek the support you need during this difficult time.
The Family Court process is costly and waiting lists can take many months or even years, the legal process can also escalate conflict and drain families financially. However, participating in Family Dispute Resolution (FDR), parents will be making decisions on the future of their children rather than leaving their fate in the hands of the Family Law Courts. We believe you are the experts on your children’s needs. We provide a safe and confidential environment where families can access information and support during their difficult period of transition. Our process allows you to make decisions for your child/ children’s future.
Relationship breakdown impacts the whole family especially the children. Our specialist skills and guidance assist families to make decisions whilst focusing on their children’s needs.
We use a therapeutic model of mediation which is party centred with a primary focus on the needs of the children. A thorough assessment will determine risk factors and suitability giving clients the option to progress to the court should a partner be unwilling or unsuitable.
We aim to understand the issues to improve relationships and get results for family’s post-separation in both in parenting and property settlements.
What We Do
Services We Provide
We aim to understand your issues and improve your relationships post-separation assisting you and your children in adjusting to the changes in your family /relationships.
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Counselling for individuals and couples
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Property and financial mediation FDR
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Child focused Family Dispute Resolution
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Child Inclusive Practice (CIP)
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Parenting agreements
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Domestic and family violence support
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Mental Health support
Our Services focus on the following.
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Post-separation and relationship counselling
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Domestic Violence
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Family Conflict
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Family Relationships
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Mental Health
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Experience working with cultural differences
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Trauma informed practice
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Relationship Counselling
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Helping children through separation
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Information, support and referrals services
Our Professional Credentials
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Social Work
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Member of the AASW
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Relationship Counsellor
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Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner
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Professional membership with Resolution Institute
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Justice of the Peace services
"Great things are done by a series of small things brought together"
Vincent van Gogh
Our Fees
Fee Schedule
Intake session for property settlement and/or children’s matters: $150
Issue invitations to attend Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) Mediation: Free
Up to four (4 hour) Mediation: $1500
Full day Mediation (if shared equally $1,500 each): $3,000
Issue a Section 60I Certificate if deemed unsuitable (parenting matters): $150
Relationship and post-separation counselling (per hour): $150
Domestic and family violence Counselling (per hour): $150
Prices do not include GST – Subject to change – Means tested discounts available
For appointments or other enquires, contact us here.
Unit 10D, 101 Rookwood Road, Yagoona 2199
02 8006 5271