FAQ
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Who is monarch mediation?
We guide you through mediation with a blend of expert clarity and intuitive wisdom, we are a boutique team dedicated to peaceful and purposeful resolutions.
Our signature offering, the Divorce: Do It Different course, is rooted in this philosophy. It’s designed to help individuals move through divorce with clarity, compassion, and empowerment. Rather than treating separation as a battle, we guide you to approach it as a conscious transition, where emotional wisdom, practical tools, and a bit of “woo” come together to create lasting, meaningful outcomes.
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What is mediation?
At its core, true Mediation is a compassionate and transformative form of Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) where a specially trained, neutral third party—the Mediator—gently guides individuals or groups in conflict towards a mutually agreeable solution. More than just facilitating discussion, the mediator creates a safe, confidential, and informal space for genuine communication and heartfelt negotiation.
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What mediation is not?
Mediation is not a courtroom battle, a legal ruling, therapy, or a guarantee of resolution. Unlike litigation or arbitration, it’s not about winning, proving who’s right, or having a decision imposed by a judge or arbitrator. It’s a confidential, voluntary process where the parties—not the mediator—retain full control over the outcome. Mediation isn’t therapy or counseling; it doesn’t offer psychological treatment or ongoing emotional support. Nor is it a substitute for legal advice—the mediator remains neutral and cannot act as a lawyer for either side. Finally, mediation only works when both parties engage in good faith; while often effective, it doesn’t ensure a resolution.
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What makes us unique?
At Monarch Mediation, we embrace the power of “woo”—not as magic, but as a mindful, intuitive approach that goes beyond logic and law. We believe the Universe plays a role in guiding resolution, and by staying open to deeper insight and connection, we help clients find solutions that feel not just fair, but truly aligned. Our “woo” adds lightness to tough moments, invites trust in the process, and offers a soft, supportive space to land—where empathy, intuition, and harmony lead the way to lasting peace.
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Why is monarch for me?
Our approach goes beyond legal frameworks—we bring warmth, insight, and intuition to the table. We help you tap into deeper clarity, sense what’s unspoken, and create space for genuine breakthroughs that feel right, not just reasonable.
You Stay in Control. We don’t make decisions for you—we guide you to your own lasting solutions. Our process fosters understanding, empathy, and agreements that actually work because they’re built by you, not imposed by a court.
Safe, Private, and Holistic. Our confidential space supports open, honest dialogue. We address both the practical and emotional sides of conflict, helping you find resolution, closure, and a path forward—faster and more affordably than litigation.
This approach is at the heart of our signature offering: Divorce: Do It Different—a course designed to help you move through divorce with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
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talk to me about costs
Mediation is a significantly more cost-effective alternative to litigation. While going through the court system with attorneys can easily cost tens of thousands of dollars, our full mediation process typically ranges from $1,000 to $8,000, depending on the complexity of your case. For those just starting out or exploring their options, our Divorce: Do It Different primer course offers a comprehensive foundation for under $500—empowering you with clarity and guidance at a fraction of the cost of hiring legal representation.