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Written by Russell Alexander ria@russellalexander.com / (905) 655-6335

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Parenting Coordinators 

A parenting coordinator is a trained professional who is appointed by a court to help divorced or separated parents resolve disputes related to their child-rearing responsibilities. The role of the parenting coordinator is to provide guidance and support to the parents, in order to help them communicate more effectively and make decisions that are in the best interests of their child.

Parenting coordinators are typically mental health professionals, such as psychologists or social workers, who have training in child development, family dynamics, and conflict resolution. They are often appointed by the court in cases where the parents are unable to communicate or cooperate effectively, or where there is a high level of conflict between the parents.

The parenting coordinator works with the parents to develop a parenting plan that outlines the responsibilities of each parent, and sets out a schedule for the child’s time with each parent. The parenting coordinator also helps the parents to resolve disputes that may arise, such as disagreements over custody or visitation schedules.

One of the key benefits of parenting coordinators is that they can help to reduce conflict and improve communication between the parents. By providing guidance and support, parenting coordinators can help parents to focus on their child’s needs and work together to make decisions that are in their child’s best interests.

Overall, parenting coordinators are an important resource for divorced or separated parents who are struggling to communicate and cooperate. They provide guidance and support to help the parents resolve conflicts and make decisions that are in the best interests of their child.

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Russell Alexander

Russell Alexander is the Founder & Senior Partner of Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers.