Family Mediation in Kent

A Structured Alternative to Court

A New Chapter Mediation provides family mediation in Kent through structured, confidential support for couples and families navigating separation and divorce. Based in Whitstable, I support clients across Kent with child arrangements and financial mediation, offering a constructive alternative to court proceedings.

Family mediation is a confidential and voluntary process that supports separating couples and families to resolve issues through structured discussion with an independent family mediator.

Mediation enables you to remain involved in decision-making and work towards practical, child-focused and sustainable arrangements.

It can help with:

• Child arrangements and parenting plans
• Divorce and separation discussions
• Financial and property matters
• Reducing conflict constructively

How Family Mediation Works

Step 1 — MIAM (Mediation Information & Assessment Meeting)

The process begins with an individual Mediation Information & Assessment Meeting (MIAM). This private meeting explains how family mediation works, explores your circumstances and assesses whether mediation is suitable.

In many cases, attending a MIAM is required before making a court application relating to children or financial matters.

Step 2— Mediation Sessions

If mediation is suitable and both parties agree to proceed, structured mediation sessions are arranged to address the issues that need to be resolved.

Sessions may focus on child arrangements, parenting plans, financial matters or other practical issues following separation or divorce.

Appointments are available online, in person in Kent, or via shuttle mediation where parties remain in separate rooms.

Step 3 — Recording Proposals & Next Steps

Where proposals are reached, outcomes can be clearly recorded. Clients are encouraged to obtain independent legal advice if agreements are to be made legally binding through the court.

Mediation aims to support practical, workable arrangements that reduce conflict and provide clarity for the future.

If you would like to find out more about MIAMs, or book an appointment to discuss whether family mediation is suitable for your circumstances, please get in touch.

Meet Your Family Mediator

I am Tara Flynn, a trained family mediator based in Whitstable, Kent, supporting couples and families through separation, divorce and family reorganisation.

My approach is calm, structured and respectful. I facilitate constructive discussions that help families focus on practical solutions and workable arrangements, particularly when conversations feel challenging.

I am supported by an experienced Professional Practice Consultant (PPC) and am committed to ethical mediation practice, transparency and ongoing professional development.

Mediation works best when people feel heard, informed and able to make considered decisions. My role is to guide the process clearly and impartially, helping families reduce conflict and move towards sustainable outcomes.

Why Choose A New Chapter Family Mediation?

A calm and structured approach to resolving family matters constructively.

• Calm, professional and impartial mediation

• Structured discussions focused on practical outcomes

• Child-focused and future-oriented arrangements

• Flexible sessions — online, in person in Kent, or shuttle mediation

• Clear process and transparent fees

• A constructive alternative to court proceedings

Family mediation offers a confidential and cost-effective way to address separation and divorce while reducing unnecessary conflict.

Arrange a MIAM

If you would like to explore whether family mediation is suitable for your circumstances, please get in touch to arrange a Mediation Information & Assessment Meeting (MIAM).

Appointments are available online or in person in Kent.

Contact Us

Get in touch to arrange an initial meeting.