Family Mediation · Texas

Child Custody & Visitation
Mediation in Texas

Putting Your Children First · Virtual Statewide · TMCA Credentialed

Parents cooperating for their child after custody mediation in Texas

Child custody and visitation disputes are among the most emotionally charged situations a parent can face. When parents disagree about where a child will live, how time will be divided, or how major decisions will be made, the stakes could not be higher — and courtroom battles make everything harder on everyone, especially the children.

Mediation offers a better way. As a TMCA Credentialed Mediator authorized for family mediation in Texas, I help parents create custody and visitation arrangements that put their children first — without the adversarial atmosphere of a courtroom.

Parents in conflict pulling child in opposite directions — child custody dispute Texas — family mediation helps resolve co-parenting disagreements in Dallas Fort Worth
Before Mediation
Parents cooperating and celebrating with happy child after child custody mediation agreement in Texas — Common Ground Mediation
After Mediation

Mediation changes the story

What Custody Mediation Covers

  • Primary conservatorship — where the child primarily resides
  • Joint managing conservatorship arrangements
  • Visitation schedules and holiday time-sharing
  • Decision-making authority for education, healthcare, and religion
  • Relocation and travel arrangements
  • Modification of existing custody orders

Why Mediation Is Better for Your Children

Research consistently shows that children do better when their parents cooperate rather than fight. Mediation reduces conflict, keeps decisions out of a judge's hands, and gives parents a framework for co-parenting going forward. Agreements reached through mediation tend to be followed more consistently because both parents had a voice in creating them.

  • Child-centered — focused on what's best for your kids, not legal positioning
  • Confidential — nothing becomes part of the public court record
  • Faster and less expensive than custody litigation
  • Builds a foundation for cooperative co-parenting
  • Flexible — can address your family's specific needs and schedule

How the Process Works

We start with a free consultation to discuss your situation. I then meet separately with each parent to understand their perspective before bringing everyone together for a structured mediation session. Sessions are conducted via secure Zoom and scheduled around your work and family obligations.

Common Questions About Custody Mediation

Yes. Parents who were never married, or who are separated but not yet divorced, can use mediation to establish or modify custody and visitation arrangements at any time.
Mediation requires good-faith participation. If a session is unproductive, it can be paused or discontinued. I work to keep sessions focused and constructive, and I have experience managing high-conflict situations.
Yes. If both parents agree to the modification and it meets Texas Family Code requirements, a mediated agreement can form the basis for modifying an existing court order.
Yes — and it is often the better option. Court battles increase conflict and stress for children. Mediation reduces adversarial dynamics and helps parents build a co-parenting relationship they can maintain going forward.
Most custody mediations are resolved in a single 4-hour session. Complex situations involving multiple issues may require an additional session. This is significantly faster than custody litigation, which can take 12 to 18 months.
Yes. A properly executed mediated settlement agreement under the Texas Family Code is binding and cannot be revoked. It must include a prominently displayed non-revocation statement signed by both parties.