Family Mediation: What it is, in what areas it is applied and what you need to work in this sector

Conflicts can appear in family units that, if not resolved, can fester and gain a magnitude that they really do not have. In moments where conflict arises, mediation becomes a fundamental tool to maintain peace between all family members.

Mediation, understood as intervention in a conflictive situation, is very useful in any area, but it becomes much more essential when we talk about emotional or family relationships. It is for this reason that family mediation is the most recognized and demanded today.

What is family mediation?

Family mediation is the intervention on any circumstance of conflict within the family environment, normally being more in demand in processes of separation, divorce or in conflicts with the care of elderly or disabled members.

Through a mediator, who is an impartial and qualified professional, we proceed to intercede and work together with the parties involved in the problem to positively address the conflict, creating spaces for dialogue and thus avoiding solutions. most conflictive or unpleasant aspects of the problem. At the end of the day, it is about reaching an agreement that is beneficial for all parties and that also does not have to be imposed by a third person or entity.

What are the main courses of action in family mediation?

These are the most common areas of conflict resolution:

• Problems in emotional relationships. In this case we are not only talking about relationship problems, but also about conflicts between parents and children, especially in the adolescent stage.
• Separations or divorces. Without a doubt, one of the most traumatic events for the family unit is separations or divorces. They create a lot of stress for all family members and a struggle of interests occurs in which it is difficult to reach a consensus without external intervention.
• Caring for elderly or disabled members. This is another of the circumstances in which major family conflicts are created. Deciding who is in charge of family care, under what terms and the economic responsibilities of that care, how they are distributed, causes conflicts that often end up even in court.
• Economic disagreements. Whether due to family businesses (shares, work, positions) or inheritances, financial disagreements usually require the help of a mediation professional to resolve.

Thanks to mediation, conflicts are resolved amicably, without reaching forced agreements and avoiding both time and money during the process. On the other hand, family mediation's ultimate goal is to maintain family unity and harmony between all family members as much as possible.

How can you become a family mediator?

Without a doubt, mediation is a profession that provides a lot of personal satisfaction by directly influencing people's lives. Besides, Mediation is a profession with a great future as it is increasingly in demand in different areas of action., helping to ensure that conflicts do not saturate the judicial means of our country. Have you thought about taking an online mediation course?

To become a family mediator, you must train with an approved family mediation course, the latter being essential, since it must be approved by the Ministry of Justice so that you can act as a mediator.

You can take your approved family mediation course online, this being the best solution if you are still studying or if you currently have a job and do not have time to train in person. The mediation course, even if it is online, has the same validity as a face-to-face course as long as it is approved.

If you are looking for a family mediation course, look for a company specialized in mediation that is capable of advising you on the most appropriate type of course for your basic profession, needs and time of dedication.

Remember that at the International School of Mediation we have two different courses in online mediation, one of 100 hour mediation and another of 300 hours, in addition to 7 areas of specialization so that you have more specific training adapted to your profession and possible professional opportunities.