Mediation is an effective, low cost alternative dispute resolution process. Mediation is a private and confidential means to assist parties in negotiating a mutually satisfying agreement outside of the court system, thereby reducing costs and leaving more control of the outcome to the parties themselves.

Stellar’s certified mediators use various proven & effective techniques to improve dialogue and empathy between parties. Because a mediator is a neutral third party, Stellar’s mediators will work with both parties to develop a mutually satisfactory agreement.

Benefits of mediation:

• Mediation is more cost effective than litigation (going to court) or arbitration (a hearing where a third party is retained to decide the outcome).
• Mediation is much more timely than litigation (going to court) or arbitration (a hearing where a third party is retained to decide the outcome).
• The parties have control over the outcome / results.
• The mediation process is confidential & private vs. court proceedings, which are a matter of public record.
• Because the parties are involved in the decision making and resolution, mediation has a higher rate of success & compliance than litigation or arbitration.
• Support: Mediators are specifically trained to provide support in difficult situations; particularly at Stellar, where our mediators are also mental health professionals.
• Creative solutions: Mediators are specifically trained to come up with creative solutions to complex issues and situations.

Types of mediation offered at Stellar Mental Health & Mediation:

• Parenting / Parenting Plans / Child Custody
• Divorce
• Eldercare
• Family
• Workplace
• Neighborhood / Neighborhood Association
• Business / Contracts / Partnerships
• Commercial
• Landlord / Tenant
• Community
• Civil
• Victim / Offender