Will Collaboration Work for Me?

If these values are important to you, Collaborative Practice is likely to be a workable option for you:

• I want to maintain the tone of respect, even when we disagree
• I want to prioritize the needs of any children involved
• The needs of all parties require equal consideration, and I will listen objectively
• I believe that working creatively and cooperatively solves issues
• It is important to reach beyond today's issues and conflict (regardless of any anger, frustration or pain I may be experiencing) to plan for the future
• I can behave ethically toward all parties. I choose to maintain control of the dispute resolution process with the other party(s), and not relegate it to the courts.