The Academy of Professional Family Mediators
We support the work of professional family mediators and help advance the field of divorce and family mediation.
We are the premier organization for divorce and family mediators.
Watch the video below to learn more about APFM’s mission.
From distinguished family mediation pioneers to new mediators beginning their careers, we are an Academy of Professional Family Mediators committed to supporting the work of all family mediators and advancing the field of family mediation.
We welcome you to join us.
COVID-19 Won’t Stop Family Mediators
APFM & Mediate.com Present Online Advanced Mediation Training Series
Did you know that APFM and Mediate.com have partnered to produce the highest quality online divorce and family mediation trainings available?
If you missed the 2018 APFM Conference in San Diego, four incredible workshops were recorded live, and are available for purchase now at low introductory pricing. Purchase the full package of divorce mediation strategies from master practitioners in the field:
- Chip Rose delivers a roadmap for the mediation process he has developed and honed over the past 30 years of his career. Watch trailer.
- Don Saposnek gives us critical research-based information about mediating with the notorious “gatekeeper parent” and techniques to help the mediator best deal with these challenges. Watch trailer.
- Jim Melamed condenses a treasure trove of his carefully explained mediation strategies and interventions into 90-minutes of high-impact course material. Watch trailer.
- APFM President Michael Aurit moderated a fascinating panel discussion with Chip, Don, and Jim, as well as Amanda Singer and Donna Petrucelli. Watch trailer.
Creative Core Financial Solutions
Dealing with Gatekeeper Parents
Donald T. Saposnek, Ph.D.
Presenting the latest research on gatekeeper parents, then elaborating on specific perspectives and strategies for effectively dealing with them. Watch the trailer.
Maximizing Mediation
Jim Melamed, J.D.
A highly experienced mediator shares his favorite techniques and strategies to help participants through the mediation process. Watch trailer.
Panel Discussion
Moderated by Michael Aurit
Perspectives and insights of experienced divorce mediators considering the critical questions facing the field. Watch trailer.
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