The Divorce Mediation Process Explained: Why the Divorce Process You Choose Matters

(Part 1 of 4): The Divorce Mediation Process Explained: Why the Divorce Process You Choose Matters What actually happens during divorce mediation? If you're considering divorce, you've probably heard the term mediation. But what does the process really look like? What happens during the first meeting? Who makes the decisions? And is mediation the right choice for your situation? In this episode of Discussions with a Divorce Coach: 5 Questions in 15 Minutes, Kimberly Lorah is joined by Jann Catto, Divorce Mediator, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, and owner of TLC Mediation, LLC, to provide an insider's view of the divorce mediation process. Together, they walk through what to expect during mediation, how conversations are facilitated, and why the process you choose can significantly impact your divorce experience, your stress level, and your future. If the unknown is what's making divorce feel overwhelming, this conversation will help you better understand your options and approach the process with greater clarity and confidence. ✨ In This Episode You'll Learn: • What divorce mediation actually is • What happens during a typical mediation session • How decisions are made during mediation • What role the mediator plays • How mediation differs from traditional divorce litigation • Why the divorce process you choose matters • How mediation helps reduce conflict and improve communication • How couples stay actively involved in shaping their own agreements 🌸 Meet Our Guest Jann Bate Catto is a Divorce Mediator, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®), therapist, and owner of TLC Financial, LLC and TLC Mediation, LLC. Drawing from decades of experience—as well as her own personal journey through divorce—Jann helps couples navigate divorce with compassion, thoughtful communication, financial clarity, and practical problem-solving. Her unique background allows her to address both the emotional and financial aspects of divorce while helping families create balanced, sustainable agreements. Jann holds a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and is an active member of the New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators and the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts. 🌸 Connect with Jann Catto 🌐 Website: https://tlcmediation.com/ 📧 Email: [email protected] 📞 Phone: 732-268-8178 🌸 More Support If you're navigating divorce and looking for guidance beyond the legal process, visit: https://kimberlylorahcoaching.com/ Kimberly Lorah is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Divorce Coach who helps individuals move through divorce with clarity, confidence, and courage. Divorce is a transition. The more informed you are, the more clarity you have. The more clarity you have, the more confident you feel. The more confident you feel, the more courage you gain. Because your marriage may have ended... ...but your life is not over. 💛 #DivorceMediation #DivorceProcess #DivorceSupport #DivorceCoach #CertifiedDivorceFinancialAnalyst #Mediation #LifeAfterDivorce #CollaborativeDivorce #DivorceRecovery #DiscussionsWithADivorceCoach