Parent Coordination

Parenting coordination is an alternative dispute resolution process combining assessment, education, case management, conflict resolution and, sometimes decision-making functions. A Parenting Coordinator (PC) is typically appointed by a court order or private consent agreement to help parents implement, modify and comply with the parenting plan. PCs assist parents by providing (1) education about co-parenting and parental communication; (2) the psychological and developmental needs of children; )3) strategies to manage conflict and reduce the negative effects on children; and (4) effective post-separation parenting. To further assist parents and children, PCs, facilitate referrals to community providers when necessary and collaborate with other professionals who may already be involved with the family.