The Co-parenting pathway
A guided process for separating parents who want a kinder, more amicable outcome for their family. Built on 20+ years of experience in child-inclusive mediation and family repair.
we help parents craft positive new futures for their families.
Most separating parents don't want long, drawn-out conflict. They want to protect their children, reach a fair agreement and move forward with their lives.
Working alongside your lawyers, the Co-Parenting Pathway helps families resolve their separation outside of court, saving time and money, while reducing the emotional impact on all involved.
who is the co-parenting pathway for?
The Co-Parenting Pathway is designed to work in collaboration with your lawyers, providing the best of both worlds. It could be right for you and your family if:
You are separating and want to do it well, with your children's wellbeing at the centre
You want your children to feel heard and supported through the process
You are already in legal proceedings and want the best outcome for your family
You and your co-parent are struggling to communicate or have reached an impasse
Your situation is complex, high conflict or involves difficult dynamics
One of you is reluctant to engage. Leave that up to us.
How it works
Every family is different, and the Co-Parenting Pathway gives you a clear framework while remaining flexible enough to work around your circumstances.
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Your family repair specialist has a deep knowledge of relationships and will use this to understand your perspective. They will explore the history of the relationship and its challenges. These sessions lay the foundation for everything that follows.
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Children don’t miss a thing. They know far more about what is happening in the family than most parents realise, even when you’re trying very hard to keep the conflict from them. The goal is not to complicate matters or cause distress, but about giving them an opportunity to express how they feel.
Our trained child consultants use an evidence-based approach to ensure every child is heard with care and sensitivity. We work with children from age 5.
If you have questions about including your children, our FAQs,podcast and blog go into more detail.
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Both parents come together for a feedback session following on from the child interviews. With your children's consent, the child consultant shares their insights of how your child is current feeling in light of your separation.
This session is often a turning point. It has a way of refocusing both parents on what truly matters.
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The final session is where everything comes together. You and your co-parent agree on a harmonious and practical framework for nurturing your children, covering communication, decisions, boundaries and routines.
At the end of this session you receive your Co-Parenting Alliance document, a written agreement you can both refer back to.
Should you wish to formalise it as a legally binding document, we can facilitate that as an additional step.
Senior mediator
Bill Hewlett
Typical pathway cost
£2,145 + VAT
Per parent, including one child consultation
Additional children: +£220 per child + VAT
Per session
| Individual (90 min) | £525 per parent + VAT |
| Child consultation | £220 per child + VAT |
| Joint feedback (2 hrs) | £700 per parent + VAT |
| Co-parenting alliance (2 hrs) | £700 per parent + VAT |
Sessions are billed as you go and can be added or removed to suit your family's needs.
Mediator
Bella Hewlett
Typical pathway cost
£1,705 + VAT
Per parent, including one child consultation
Additional children: +£220 per child + VAT
Per session
| Individual (90 min) | £405 per parent + VAT |
| Child consultation | £220 per child + VAT |
| Joint feedback (2 hrs) | £540 per parent + VAT |
| Co-parenting alliance (2 hrs) | £540 per parent + VAT |
Sessions are billed as you go and can be added or removed to suit your family's needs.
Ready to take the first step?
Book a free consultation to find out if the Co-Parenting Pathway is right for your family.
Why the Co-Parenting Pathway?
There are many ways to navigate separation. The Co-parenting Pathway will help you put your children first and guide you towards a sustainable co-parenting relationship.
Families who work with us find that they are more equipped to deal with the necessary changes that often accompany separation, saving time, money and stress by avoiding court. We guide you to make fair, practical decisions around finances and child arrangements, allowing you to manage the future with a sense of positivity and optimism.
You will be equipped with tools to allow you to co-parent in a way that keeps the children at the heart of all your decision making, knowing that you've done your best to ensure that your children will thrive.
Here is how the Co-Parenting Pathway compares to other divorce approaches.
| Co-Parenting Pathway | Court proceedings | Self-guided platforms | Traditional mediation | |
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| Typical cost | From £2,000 + VAT per parent | £5,000–£30,000+ per parent | £900–£1,200 | £3,000–£6,000+ |
| Typical timeline | 10–12 weeks | 12–18 months | Variable | Variable |
| Child Inclusive Mediation (CIM) as standard | Yes | No | No | Sometimes |
| Non-adversarial approach | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Works with domestic abuse and coercive control | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Works alongside your lawyer | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Focus on co-parenting relationship | Yes | No | No | Sometimes |
| Legally binding outcome | OptionalAvailable as an additional step | Yes | No | Sometimes |
Not sure which route is right for you? Book a free consultation and we can talk it through.
Take the first step
A free consultation is the easiest way to find out if the Co-Parenting Pathway is right for your family. There is no commitment and no pressure, just an honest conversation about what you need.