At Colin Family Mediation Group, we understand that navigating family conflict can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. We offer a compassionate and collaborative approach to mediation, helping families find solutions that work for everyone involved.

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At Colin Family Mediation Group, we understand that navigating family conflict can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. We offer a compassionate and collaborative approach to mediation, helping families find solutions that work for everyone involved.

Free Consultation

Experienced Mediators Guiding You Through Conflict Resolution
Separation, Divorce, and Co-Parenting Mediation Throughout Virginia, and Online

Our local mediation services are available in Springfield, Fairfax, Alexandria, elsewhere in Virginia, and by Zoom.

Experienced Mediators Guiding You Through Conflict Resolution

Separation, Divorce, and Co-Parenting Mediation Throughout Virginia, and Online

Our local mediation services are available in Springfield, Fairfax, Alexandria, elsewhere in Virginia, and by Zoom.

What is Family Mediation?

Family mediation is a voluntary process where an impartial and neutral mediator facilitates communication between family members in conflict to help them reduce conflict and reach mutually agreeable solutions. Mediation allows family members to work together to address concerns and find resolutions outside of the courtroom in a cost efficient manner where the parties come together at the table to make cooperative decisions about what is best for your family.

What is Family Mediation?

Family mediation is a voluntary process where an impartial and neutral mediator facilitates communication between family members in conflict to help them reduce conflict and reach mutually agreeable solutions. Mediation allows family members to work together to address concerns and find resolutions outside of the courtroom in a cost efficient manner where the parties come together at the table to make cooperative decisions about what is best for your family.

Proud winner of the
Best of Burke Legal Services Award

2015, 2016, 2018

Family Mediation Awards


Favorite Quotes
#13

“I have been beyond impressed by the professionalism of our mediators. They are fair, listen to both parties, and are flexible regarding meeting times.”

– Beth O.

I recently had an experience with Lucy, where I was able to finally feel seen and heard in a discussion with a difficult individual. That is to say that the way that Lucy conducts her sessions, I felt a shift away from hopelessness and towards a sense of safety that I would at least be given time to speak when I hadn’t in the past without a mediator. Lucy did a wonderful job summarizing and paraphrasing for both parties so that we could stay on track while maintaining a caring neutrality. She helped me to understand my situation for what it was, gave me space to respond, and even brought to light things I wasn’t aware of while shedding light on rational thoughts and questions that I had for the opposite party so that we could arrive at next steps (this conversation was 4 years in the making without progress until Lucy’s session). She also has a gentle but solid countenance that blends with a level of professionalism that seeks solutions rather than stalling out within difficult exchanges. I appreciate how she took time to understand the scope and dynamics of my personal situation from an objective standpoint in a way that did not overly consume the time that was booked with her – so we had plenty of space to share. I highly recommend booking two hours of her time because it will give you a chance to fully experience a balanced conversation. I appreciated her neutral support as it was comforting and clarifying! Lucy made a real difference!

Arialle C.
Renee did an excellent job during our mediation sessions and is a total professional. The sessions were difficult at times and Renee was a steadying and stable force throughout. Great communication overall as well.

R.M.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your involvement, patience, optimism and guidance in this process, which is perhaps the toughest period of my life. I would have gone nuts without a mediator like you.

J.G.
Angela helped us to stay calm and facilitated our discourse.

Emily
Virginia was very helpful and understanding.

Kidist B.
My experience with Virginia was informative and professional. It’s clear she not only has the knowledge but genuinely cares about her work and her clients. She made herself available on weekends and in the evenings if my schedule needed that. The sense of support I felt as a result of just being informed and guided is very much appreciated, especially during a challenging time.

Sharon B.
Virginia was one of the mediation instructors at Woody Mosten’s intensive 40 hour divorce mediation course last month and it was my absolute pleasure to meet her there. Virginia is a wonderful teacher who knows how to lead by example, moving her students forward by modeling effective mediation techniques. Virginia’s understated and compassionate affect encourages her students to ask questions and to express themselves freely and openly. I was also impressed with Virginia’s solid research background and understanding of the psychological underpinnings of attachment in families.

Anat Sideman-Schneider, J.D., MA.
I reached out to the Colin Family Mediation Group via e-mail initially as I wasn’t sure how to approach my current situation. Dr. Colin and I spoke shortly after and I explained to her my issue. She took the time to thoroughly listen and offered her professional advice. Even though she is not our mediator, I was completely impressed at her willingness to simply just help a stranger out — a very rare quality! I don’t know what the outcome might be but after talking to Dr. Colin, I have a better idea of the different routes I can pursue. I sincerely appreciate her taking the time to discuss this with me and very thankful for sharing her expertise.

Alethea Duhon
Virginia was very helpful with working through a separation and divorce and not having to use a lawyer. She provided us with all the necessary tools to agree on our terms and file our own paperwork.

Lauren R

More Testimonials

Schedule a free consultation today to discuss how Colin Family Mediation Group can help your family find lasting solutions.

Free Consultation

Proud Winner

Best of Burke Legal Services Award
2015, 2016, 2018

Family Mediation Awards


Favorite Quotes
#13

“I have been beyond impressed by the professionalism of our mediators. They are fair, listen to both parties, and are flexible regarding meeting times.”

– Beth O.

I recently had an experience with Lucy, where I was able to finally feel seen and heard in a discussion with a difficult individual. That is to say that the way that Lucy conducts her sessions, I felt a shift away from hopelessness and towards a sense of safety that I would at least be given time to speak when I hadn’t in the past without a mediator. Lucy did a wonderful job summarizing and paraphrasing for both parties so that we could stay on track while maintaining a caring neutrality. She helped me to understand my situation for what it was, gave me space to respond, and even brought to light things I wasn’t aware of while shedding light on rational thoughts and questions that I had for the opposite party so that we could arrive at next steps (this conversation was 4 years in the making without progress until Lucy’s session). She also has a gentle but solid countenance that blends with a level of professionalism that seeks solutions rather than stalling out within difficult exchanges. I appreciate how she took time to understand the scope and dynamics of my personal situation from an objective standpoint in a way that did not overly consume the time that was booked with her – so we had plenty of space to share. I highly recommend booking two hours of her time because it will give you a chance to fully experience a balanced conversation. I appreciated her neutral support as it was comforting and clarifying! Lucy made a real difference!

Arialle C.
Renee did an excellent job during our mediation sessions and is a total professional. The sessions were difficult at times and Renee was a steadying and stable force throughout. Great communication overall as well.

R.M.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your involvement, patience, optimism and guidance in this process, which is perhaps the toughest period of my life. I would have gone nuts without a mediator like you.

J.G.
Virginia was very helpful with working through a separation and divorce and not having to use a lawyer. She provided us with all the necessary tools to agree on our terms and file our own paperwork.

Lauren R

More Testimonials

Schedule a free consultation today to discuss how Colin Family Mediation Group can help your family find lasting solutions.

Free Consultation

Experienced Mediators

Our team is comprised of highly skilled and accredited mediators with extensive experience in resolving a wide range of family issues with families experiencing all levels of conflict.

Empowering Process

We believe in empowering families to make informed decisions. We guide you through the mediation process, but ultimately, the solutions belong to you.

Focus on Communication

We help families improve communication skills, fostering understanding and cooperation, even in difficult situations.

Cost-Effective

Mediation is often a more affordable option compared to litigation.

Confidentiality

We maintain strict confidentiality throughout the mediation process.

Time-saving

Reaching agreements through mediation often takes less time than going through the court system or adversarial lawyer-to-lawyer negotiations.

We help families reach agreements that are fair, sustainable, and minimize long-term conflict.

Experienced Mediators

Our team is comprised of highly skilled and accredited mediators with extensive experience in resolving a wide range of family issues with families experiencing all levels of conflict.

Empowering Process

We believe in empowering families to make informed decisions. We guide you through the mediation process, but ultimately, the solutions belong to you.

Focus on Communication

We help families improve communication skills, fostering understanding and cooperation, even in difficult situations.

Cost-Effective

Mediation is often a more affordable option compared to litigation.

Confidentiality

We maintain strict confidentiality throughout the mediation process.

Time-saving

Reaching agreements through mediation often takes less time than going through the court system or adversarial lawyer-to-lawyer negotiations.

We help families reach agreements that are fair, sustainable, and minimize long-term conflict.

Family Mediation Session

Benefits of Mediation

Resolve issues quickly.

Keep most of your wealth where you and your kids can use it.

Less need for therapy; better co-parenting.

A better plan for your family.

Our professional family mediators are available by appointment almost every day of the year.

Free Consultation

Benefits of
Mediation

Family Mediation Session

Resolve issues quickly.

Keep most of your wealth where you and your kids can use it.

Less need for therapy; better co-parenting.

A better plan for your family.

Our professional family mediators are available by appointment almost every day of the year.

Free Consultation

Our team of professional family mediators – who are each licensed attorneys – can help family members resolve conflicts and stay out of court by mediating a wide range of common and emotionally challenging family issues.

Our team of professional family mediators – who are each licensed attorneys – can help family members resolve conflicts and stay out of court by mediating a wide range of common and emotionally challenging family issues.

Types of Mediation We Offer

Family Mediation

Work through challenges and reach agreements related to all family matters such as separation, divorce, child custody and parenting plan, child support, spousal support and division of marital assets and debt. We mediate and facilitate a wide range of family matters.

Elder Mediation

Facilitate open communication and collaboration between family members regarding important elder care decisions and estate planning.

Interpersonal Mediation

Address disagreements with friends, colleagues, or neighbors in a respectful and productive manner.

Our virtual platform allows you to connect with a skilled mediator from anywhere in the world, making it easier to resolve family matters even when distance creates challenges.

Free Consultation
Family Mediation Family

Types of Mediation
We Offer

Family Mediation Family

Family Mediation

Work through challenges and reach agreements related to all family matters such as separation, divorce, child custody and parenting plan, child support, spousal support and division of marital assets and debt. We mediate and facilitate a wide range of family matters.

Elder Mediation

Facilitate open communication and collaboration between family members regarding important elder care decisions and estate planning.

Interpersonal Mediation

Address disagreements with friends, colleagues, or neighbors in a respectful and productive manner.

Our virtual platform allows you to connect with a skilled mediator from anywhere in the world, making it easier to resolve family matters even when distance creates challenges.

Free Consultation

Let us empower you to move forward with peace of mind and focus on what matters most – your family’s well-being.

Let us empower you to move forward with peace of mind and focus on what matters most – your family’s well-being.

Family Mediation Client

In-Person and Virtual Options

We understand that convenience and accessibility are important. That’s why we offer both in-person and virtual mediation sessions or a hybrid of the two platforms.

Schedule a free consultation today to discuss how Colin Family Mediation Group can help your family find lasting solutions.

Free Consultation

In-Person and
Virtual Options

Family Mediation Client

We understand that convenience and accessibility are important. That’s why we offer both in-person and virtual mediation sessions or a hybrid of the two platforms.

Schedule a free consultation today to discuss how Colin Family Mediation Group can help your family find lasting solutions.

Free Consultation

Our goal in family mediation is to help family members reach mutually-acceptable agreements related to family matters such as separation, divorce, child custody and parenting plans, child support, spousal support and division of marital assets and debt.

Our goal in family mediation is to help family members reach mutually-acceptable agreements related to family matters such as separation, divorce, child custody and parenting plans, child support, spousal support and division of marital assets and debt.

Worldwide Reach

We are committed to helping families find resolution regardless of location. Our mediators are experienced in working with families from diverse backgrounds and across international borders.

Free Consultation
Family Mediation Network

Worldwide Reach

Family Mediation Network

We are committed to helping families find resolution regardless of location. Our mediators are experienced in working with families from diverse backgrounds and across international borders.

Free Consultation
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