HODGSON MEDIATION
Helping couples move forward...together
Can couples mediation help me?
What is couples mediation and how can it help me?
If you've heard your partner say things like, "You just don't listen to me!", "You spend way too much money!", "I’m not sure you love me anymore?", "We haven’t had sex in years…", or "You don't let me speak!”, you are not alone. These are examples of common issues that can lead couples to seek mediation rather then ending the relationship or marriage.
Couples mediation can help work through conflicts like these by providing a neutral space to address specific concerns. Unlike therapy, which often focuses on personal growth and deeper psychological issues, mediation is a structured, goal-oriented process designed to resolve specific disagreements. A trained, impartial mediator guides the conversation, facilitating better communication, encouraging understanding, and helping both partners collaborate to find mutually agreeable solutions.
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How Couples Mediation Can Help You:
- Improveing Communication: Mediation helps partners/spouses communicate better, addressing misunderstandings and making self-expression easier.
- Conflict Resolution: It identifies root causes of disputes and guides couples to solutions, ensuring both people feel heard.
- A Neutral Space for Sensitive Topics: Provides a safe, judgment-free environment for discussing finances, trust, and other delicate issues.
- Builds Trust: Encourages honest conversations to rebuild trust and establish healthy boundaries. - Tailored Solutions: Partners create personalized plans for challenges like parenting or finances.
- Relationship Strengthening: Offers tools to improve satisfaction and build a healthier future together.
- Cost-Effective: Quicker and cheaper than litigation, easing emotional and financial burdens.
-Empowered Decision-Making: Ensures both people actively shape outcomes, fostering lasting solutions.
​Is Couples Mediation Right for You?
Couples mediation is ideal if you and your partner or spouse are open to working together to resolve issues, even if there’s tension or frustration between you. Whether you’re trying to overcome communication barriers, address specific challenges, or explore options for your relationship’s future, mediation offers a supportive, structured way to move forward. It’s suitable for couples who may not need therapy but want practical solutions and guidance in navigating life’s challenges together.
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Not sure if mediation is right for you? Contact us for a free consultation. Lets talk and see if feels like the right fit.
Couples Mediation
Creating Peaceful Solutions for Every Relationship
Couples mediation is a process where I, as a neutral, trained mediator, help partners navigate conflicts and find mutually agreeable solutions. I create a safe and structured environment for couples to discuss issues such as communication, finances, parenting, intimacy, and trust. My role is to facilitate open dialogue, ensuring both partners are heard and respected, without taking sides. The goal is to help couples resolve conflicts, improve their relationship, or make decisions about their future together, whether that’s through reconciliation or separation. Couples mediation is a collaborative, solution-focused approach that empowers partners to work together toward a peaceful resolution.
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Call Eric Hodgson at (718) 441-7869 or fill out the form below to schedule a free consultation and see if mediation is right for you!