Divorce and Family Mediator based in Camden, North London
Divorce and Family Mediator based in Camden, North London
I’m Ruth Schocken Katz, a London-based trained family mediator and EMCC-accredited Senior Coach, offering in-person sessions in Camden, London, and secure online mediation.
Separation can be overwhelming, especially when emotions are high and decisions feel urgent. I provide a calm, structured space to help you work through the practical arrangements with clarity and dignity. Mediation helps you make practical decisions about children, finances and the family home without a lengthy court process and expensive fees.
I offer a free 15-minute confidential call to find out more.
What Mediation Is (and Who It Helps)
Mediation is a structured, confidential process where an impartial mediator helps you and the other person talk through the decisions that come with separation.
It is designed for people who want a less adversarial divorce or separation. Mediation is an opportunity for both parties to achieve open dialogue, a fair outcome, clearer communication and a practical plan for what happens next.
You stay in control of the decisions. A divorce mediator guides the conversation, keeping it balanced to help you explore workable options without pressure.
Children and parenting arrangements (day-to-day routine, holidays, communication and decision making).
Finances and the family home (financial disclosure, proposals, and next steps for formalising agreements).
How you will manage change (new partners, moving home, schooling and future reviews).
Other important matters like arrangements for family pets.
Mediation is person-centred, private and confidential, so sensitive family matters are not played out in public.
Mediation is less stressful than going to court.
Mediation is typically quicker and more cost-effective than lengthy solicitor correspondence and court hearings. Mediation cost is typically less than £1000 per person, compared with more than £14,000 through the UK courts.
Mediation is more flexible, available in both in-person and online formats.
Mediation places the children’s needs at its core and is more likely to support a workable co-parenting relationship.
No, mediators do not provide legal advice.