Separation, Co-Parenting & Family Mediation
Separation, Co‑Parenting & Family Mediation
Separation is one of the most stressful transitions a family can face. At Prana Integrative Wellness Collective, we provide regulated social‑work support and family mediation that helps parents reduce conflict, make clear decisions, and protect their children’s wellbeing.
Our approach is grounded in ethical practice, emotional intelligence, and evidence‑informed methods. Families receive a calm, structured process that replaces overwhelm with clarity.
A calmer way to navigate separation and conflict
Separation, co‑parenting breakdown, or family conflict can make life feel chaotic and unsafe. You may be worried about money, your children, your future - and unsure where to start.
Mediation offers a different path:
a structured, emotionally safe process where a neutral professional helps you make decisions together, instead of having them made for you in court.
At Prana Integrative Wellness Collective, mediation is facilitated by a Registered Social Worker and professionally trained coach, blending emotional insight with practical structure so you can move forward with clarity and dignity.
Available Canada‑wide (virtual) and in‑person in Edmonton.
Why Families Choose This Path
What Families Save
$15,000–$40,000 in legal fees6–12 months of conflict escalationCountless hours of emotional distress
What Children Gain
StabilityPredictable routinesReduced exposure to conflictDevelopmentally appropriate transitions
What You Gain
ClarityEmotional regulationA roadmap for the next 12 monthsA parenting plan that actually works
Why choose PranaCare for mediation
Regulated, ethical practice
Mediation is led by a Registered Social Worker, bound by a professional Code of Ethics and accountable to a regulatory body. This offers a level of safety and integrity that many private mediation or coaching services do not provide.
Trauma‑informed and emotionally intelligent
We recognize how stress, trauma, and nervous system activation show up in conflict. Sessions are paced and structured to reduce overwhelm, not intensify it.
Culturally sensitive and identity‑aware
Support is available in English, Hindi, and Gujarati, with deep respect for cultural, religious, and family values. We work with intercultural couples, newcomers, and multigenerational families navigating complex dynamics.
Child‑centered, not child‑used
Children’s needs are held at the center of the process without placing them in the middle of adult conflict. Where appropriate, non‑evaluative, developmentally informed child‑focused input can be integrated into planning.
Future‑focused and practical
You leave with clear agreements, next steps, and tools - not just a difficult conversation behind you.
Our Services
Separation & Divorce
Parenting plans
Decision‑making frameworks
Transition planning for children
Communication systems that reduce conflict
Family Mediation
Neutral, guided conversations
Issue‑specific or full‑scope mediation
Agreements that reflect children’s needs and family values
Co‑Parenting & Parallel Parenting
Boundary‑setting
Routine and schedule design
Emotional regulation and conflict de‑escalation
Supporting children through change
High‑Conflict Dynamics
Pattern identification
Behaviour mapping
Stabilizing communication
Reducing escalation and emotional reactivity
See Our Packages Below
Mediation packages
For couples considering or beginning separation who want a structured starting point before involving lawyers.
Separation readiness and goals review
Guided decision‑making framework for key issues
Financial disclosure preparation checklist
2 × 75‑minute joint mediation sessions
Written summary of discussion and next steps (non‑legal)
Investment: $550 per couple
1. Separation Clarity Mediation
For parents who want a stable, child centered plan and less conflict.
Developmentally informed parenting schedule design
Holiday, vacation, and special‑occasion planning
Communication and information‑sharing protocols
3 × 75‑minute joint mediation sessions
Draft parenting plan (non‑legal document)
Investment: $1,450 per family
2. Co‑Parenting Mediation (Most Popular)
For parents who want to better understand and respond to their child’s needs without a formal assessment or report.
Parent intake and context session
Age‑appropriate, non‑evaluative child engagement (where suitable)
Developmental and emotional needs summary
Joint parent debrief and integration into planning
Investment: $1200 per family
3. Child‑Focused Mediation (Non‑Evaluative)
For couples or co‑parents who feel stuck in repeating arguments and emotional reactivity.
Mapping of conflict patterns and triggers
Nervous system and emotional regulation tools
Boundary and communication framework
3 × 60‑minute sessions (joint and/or individual, as appropriate)
Investment: $700
4. High‑Conflict Communication Reset
For families navigating complex dynamics—blended families, in‑laws, adult siblings, or intergenerational conflict.
Family systems and roles mapping
Values, expectations, and cultural context exploration
2–4 structured mediation sessions with relevant family members
Written summary of agreements and boundaries
Investment: $850–$1,200 (based on scope)
5. Family Systems Mediationn Reset
For urgent clarity around a specific issue (e.g., a time‑sensitive decision, a stuck point in negotiations).
90‑minute focused mediation session
Clarification of options and implications
Short written outline of agreed next steps
Investment: $300
6. Mediation Intensive (90 Minutes)
What to expect from the process
Free 20‑minute consultation
Brief call to understand your situation, answer questions, and confirm whether mediation is appropriate and safe.
2. Individual intake sessions (where needed)
Each person may meet individually to share concerns, goals, and safety considerations.
3. Joint mediation sessions
Structured conversations focused on specific topics, with clear agendas and time boundaries.
4. Integration and documentation
You receive a written summary or draft plan you can review, refine, and take to legal counsel for independent legal advice if you choose.
Mediation is not legal advice and does not replace a lawyer. Many families use mediation to do the emotional and practical work first, then bring their agreements to a lawyer to formalize - often saving significant time and cost.
What Parents Say
"I thought I was losing my mind. My ex was so convincing in court, and I kept falling apart on the stand. Nimir helped me understand that my anxiety and memory problems weren't weaknesses, they were trauma responses from years of gaslighting. He taught me how to prepare for court, how to stay grounded when triggered, and how to communicate in ways that protected me legally. I finally have a custody arrangement that works, and more importantly, I have my life back."
As a professional woman, I was embarrassed that I'd stayed in an abusive relationship for so long. Nimir helped me understand that my empathy and loyalty, the qualities I valued most were exactly what my ex exploited. He didn't judge me for staying or for the mistakes I made during the divorce. He helped me rebuild my confidence, protect my children, and create a life where I'm not constantly looking over my shoulder.
The hardest part was that everyone inlcuding my lawyer, the mediator, even my family kept telling me to just communicate better with my ex. They didn't understand that she wasn't interested in communication. She was interested in control. Nimir got it immediately my concerns. He helped me implement parallel parenting, set boundaries that actually held, and stop engaging in her drama. My kids are doing so much better now that I'm not constantly reactive."
Is mediation right for you?
Mediation may be a good fit if:
You want to reduce conflict and protect your children
You prefer privacy and collaboration over court
You are willing to participate in good faith
There is no ongoing pattern of coercive control or severe safety risk
If safety is a concern, we will discuss whether mediation is appropriate or whether other supports are needed.
Begin your mediation journey
You don’t have to navigate this alone - or let a stranger decide your family’s future.
Book a complimentary 20‑minute consultation to explore whether mediation with Prana Integrative Wellness Collective is the right next step for you.