Effective July 1, 2022, parties with a contested family law matter must participate in family dispute resolution before they may proceed to trial. Contested divorce (also known as a defended divorce) is when both parties agree about getting a divorce, but cannot agree on some or all of the details regarding the divorce. Katharine is a Family Mediator and provides this service! Carter’s Counselling also has packages in which the entire family can participate in mediation or individual counselling. This is especially beneficial for children who are involved in the situation. Families go through transitions of all types. Katharine can help to support the transition through separation and divorce. Katharine’s main focus is to come to an agreement with the family in which everyone is satisfied. At times, we all need support to create the best decisions for the family unit as a whole. 

Katharine Carter

BSW, RSW, M.Ed., Qualified Mediator

I am a collaborative process-trained Divorce and Separation Coach, Registered Social Worker, and Qualified Mediator. With over ten years of experience in school divisions, children’s emergency services, mental health, and addiction, I bring extensive knowledge to my practice.

In the collaborative process, I support clients in managing the emotional and practical challenges of separation and divorce, helping to find constructive approaches that benefit the entire family.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and a Master’s degree in Education. My extensive education and professional background are dedicated to helping families resolve conflicts and navigate interpersonal relationships. As a social worker, I have worked with diverse families to overcome life challenges and achieve their goals.

My specialized training in mediation and family counselling allows me to offer a range of services, focusing on constructive and collaborative conflict resolution.

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