In this session of Shared Parenting Coaching, Colleen O'Neil addresses the following questions: 1) How long does a divorce take? 2) Every time I talk to my ex he/she gets angry. What do I do? 3) When should I introduce my significant other to my children? John Clapp, Chairman Host & Coach: Colleen O'Neil, MSW, M.Ed. https://mediationandbeyond.com Shared Parenting Council of CT: http://sharedparentinginc.org

In this session of Shared Parenting Coaching, Colleen O'Neil addresses the following: 1) How do you handle DV issues in mediation sessions? 2) How effective is the court at responding to claims of domestic violence? 3) The answer to the second question led to a discussion of whether a court of law, populated with judges and lawyers who are not well trained in family psychological matters, is the right place to deal with these issues. John Clapp, Chairman Host & Coach: Colleen O'Neil, MSW, M.Ed. https://mediationandbeyond.com Shared Parenting Council of CT: http://sharedparentinginc.org

In this session of Shared Parenting Coaching, Colleen O'Neil addresses the following: John Clapp, Chairman Host & Coach: Colleen O'Neil, MSW, M.Ed. https://mediationandbeyond.com Shared Parenting Council of CT: http://sharedparentinginc.org

In this session of Shared Parenting Coaching, Colleen O'Neil addresses the following: 1) The use of insurance with therapy 2) The safety of records John Clapp, Chairman Host & Coach: Colleen O'Neil, MSW, M.Ed. https://mediationandbeyond.com Shared Parenting Council of CT: http://sharedparentinginc.org

In this session of Shared Parenting Coaching, Colleen O'Neil addresses the following: 1) Dealing with the holidays after separation and divorce, especially in this time of COVID19. 2) Being patient with yourself and your children, being flexible, serving others, staying connected and focusing on the emotional needs of your children. John Clapp, Chairman Host & Coach: Colleen O'Neil, MSW, M.Ed. https://mediationandbeyond.com Shared Parenting Council of CT: http://sharedparentinginc.org

Colleen O'Neil from Mediation and Beyond, LLC and Jill Barnett Kaufman, LCSW, a Therapist, Divorce Coach, Author, and Co-Parenting Expert discuss divorce, co parenting, parenting, and her offerings for others going through divorce and separation. Her book, "I'm Getting Divorced, Now What?" and her transformative group coaching program help parents navigate the overwhelming process of divorce with less stress, more confidence and a greater sense of peace. Jills two groups are: Thriving Through Divorce: Group Coaching Program and Separation and Divorce Support Community on FaceBook. Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin Jill Barnett Kaufman, LCSW info@divorcecoachjill.com www.divorcecoachjill.com

Colleen O'Neil of Mediation and Beyond, LLC and Phylis Mbiu, a Lawyer and practicing professional Mediator in Kenya enjoy a discussion about family law across the globe as well as working as a woman in a traditionally male dominated profession. Phylis specializes in Family Mediation, as well as Land Dispute and Corporate Mediation. She is a member of a Dispute Resolution Hub in Kenya and is currently pursuing her Masters of Law from the University of East London. Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin Phylis Mbiu Attorney and Mediator Phylismbiu311@gmail.com Phylis Mbiu Facebook

Colleen O'Neil of Mediation and Beyond and Thornton Mason discuss our new workplace. Thornton is a seasoned national Human Resource consultant and workplace Mediator with over 30 years of experiencing preventing and resolving workplace matters. Thornton is Founder of Mediation Resolves and specializes in HR policy consultation preventing misunderstandings before they happen, union avoidance and deterrence, assuring no third party interference, workplace mediation, resolving conflicts should they arise and HR retainer services being available when you need them the most. Thornton also designs compensation, performance, and employee relations programs for small to medium sized companies. He works with both non-profit and for profit organizations. Thornton has a passion for positive workplace relationships and refers to his specialty as a joy! Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin Thornton Mason Mediation Resolves ThorntonMason@MediationResolves.com 352-434-4409

Chijioke Ibeku is an Author, Lawyer, Mediator, Husband and Father in Nigeria who chooses to use his knowledge and skills in the field of Mediation by providing Mediation to the youth of Nigeria. Chijioke pays for students ages 7-12 to learn the art of conflict resolution, peer mediation so as to reduce conflict in his country and globally in years to come. Chijioke needs help to promote his program, to grow his program. As you listen you will hear some of the costs associated with Peer Mediation in Nigeria: cost of transportation, generators for electricity, teachers, coordinators, food for the children while they learn and more. Contact Chijioke if you feel that you can offer help in any way possible with ideas, networking, financial, time or in a capacity that works for you. You can see his contact information below. Please reach out. Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin Chijioke Ibeku Attorney, Mediator, Author Three C's Met Mediators Handbook on the Contemporary Facets of Mediation (on Amazon) Chijiokeibeku2@gmail.com https://mediatornaija.news.blog/ Chijioke Ibeku LinkedIn Chijioke Nnanna IG Chijioke Ibeku Nnanna FB Mediator in Action Twitter

Colleen O'Neil of Mediation and Beyond, LLC learns a ton from Emile Flowers about being a Certified Divorce Lending Professional. Emile is a valuable resource to Family Law Attorneys and their clients with financing strategies in order to successfully separate the mortgage before, during and after divorce. Emile shares essential information regarding one of our most important assets our home and how to best navigate the mortgage process in divorce. I learned a great deal and hope you do too. Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin Emile Flowers, CDLP​ Mortgage Loan Originator +1 618-530-2444 eflowers@usa-mortgage.com 3 Country Club Executive Park, Ste 100 , Glen Carbon , IL 62034 Company NMLS: 227262 | NMLS: 1256327 *Wire Fraud Alert* Before wiring money, call the title company directly to confirm the instructions. Equal Housing Opportunity For licensing information, goto: www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org IL:31.0039391, MO:12321-MLO

Colleen O'Neil of Mediation and Beyond, Hosts Shared Parenting Council of Connecticut's Fifth Annual Symposium on "Parental Alienation and Domestic Violence Two Sides of the Same Coin, irrespective of gender." Attorney Ashish Joshi of Michigan, an expert on Parental Alienation shares a powerful presentation with Connecticut State Legislators and the general public. Families, no matter how defined, at times find themselves with an array of issues, including but not limited to: domestic violence, restraining orders, coercive control, divorce, parental alienation and our precious innocent children are right in the middle of all these adult issues. Court was intended to be used as a safe haven has become a weapon at times. Mediation and Beyond's contention is to continue to bring together all genders, and groups to work towards creating the safest and healthiest situations for our children and our families. Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram

Meet Matt Carroll! Opera singer, National Anthem Performer for the Chicago Bulls, Grammy winner and all star masterful Mediator!! Colleen O'Neil, founder of Mediation and Beyond, LLC and Matt Carroll, co-founder of Keystone Mediation have so much fun talking about their passion, Mediation of course!! Matt and Colleen speak to the benefits of Mediation, the necessity of getting the word out about the importance of Mediation in all aspects of life, in our families, our businesses, our classrooms, our unions and so forth. There isn't an area of life where helping people navigate challenging conversations isn't helpful. Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin KeyStone Mediation Keystonemediation.com linkedin.com/company/keystonemediation 219-440-1882

Colleen O'Neil, Founder of Mediation and Beyond, LLC and Mikhaila Fendor, Founder of Equilibrium, discuss Mediation, what Mediation means, what the difference is between Conflict Coaches and Mediators and what Mikhaila is seeing in the work that she is doing. Mikhaila also enjoys bringing together the body and the impact of trauma in a restorative manner. Mikhaila studied at UC Berkeley and Columbia University studies include African America studies, Gender studies and Negotiationa and Conflict Resolution. She has trained in Mediation and Conflict Coaching at Community Boards and New York Peace Institute. Mikhaila is passionate about incorporating the arts into her work, Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin www.equalibriumbalenced.com @equalibriumbalanced IG

Colleen and Judith get into some specifics about Mediation. As two Non-Attorney Divorce Mediators we have a lively conversation about the Mediation arena. Judith Weigle, who hosts The Amicable Divorce Expert Podcast and owner of Divorce Resource, Inc, speaks to what to look for in a quality Mediator and when to use an Attorney or a Non-Attorney Mediator for your Mediation. Judith brings so much expertise and information we've only tapped into a tiny piece of her knowledge. Check out her Podcast and her website for tons of information. Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin Judith Weigle Divorce Resource, Inc DivorceResourceInc.com Judy@DivorceResourceInc.com The Amicable Divorce Expert podcast TheAmicableDivorceExpert.com Judith@TheAmicableDivorceExpert.com

Payal (Daftari) Kothari is an Advocate and Solicitor practicing at the Bombay High Court. She has completed a course in Mediation under the Program on Negotiation, an initiative of the Harvard Law School. She is empaneled as an Arbitrator and Mediator with the Indian Merchants Chamber. Payal is the Executive Committee Member, Director and co-chair of the Mediation Cell of the Council for Fair Business Practices which is a reputed NGO. Mediation is Payal's calling as it enables her to be a part of the solution and not the problem. It also involves self growth and learning which is a life time commitment for her. Payal believes that dialogue and understanding can solve the various conflicts staring at the World today whether it is global warming or bio-terrorism or strife across the globe. Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin Payaldaftari@yahoo.co.uk

Colleen O'Neil, Conflict Expert, shares an insightful and delightful conversation with Astha Chandra founder of Inner Power Coach based out of New Delhi, India. Astha is a trained Inner Power and Life Coach and former Corporate Manger in sales and marketing. Astha brings her expertise, her life journey and her understanding of challenges we all face no matter where we live. Astha shares words of wisdom for all of us to take in and meditate upon. Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Trained Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator 203-232-5102 Colleen@ColleenONeil.com FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin Astha Chandra InnerPower.CoachAstha@gmail.com

Colleen O'Neil and Bridget Potterton talk Real Estate, Divorce and Mediation. Bridget is a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE) and Broker/Realtor in San Diego, CA. Bridget shares her role in Divorce Mediation as well as High Conflict Divorce cases. You won't want to divorce without her on your team. If you are a Realtor check out Alumni Institute for training on becoming a CDRE. Contact Info: Colleen O’Neil MSW, M.Ed Mediation and Beyond, LLC MediationandBeyond.com Training as: Divorce Mediator and Consultant, Therapist, Life Coach & Educator Colleen@ColleenONeil.com 203-232-5102 FaceBook YouTube Instagram Linkedin Bridget Potterton Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert-CDRE 858-257-1555 Bridget.fanning@gmail.com @RealEstateDivorceSpecialist on IG & FB