Some divorced couples are able to work out parenting disputes between themselves. However, disagreements about holidays or scheduling can often escalate into legal battles and hurt feelings. Parental coordination services from a skilled family counseling professional can make co-parenting easier and less stressful for everyone involved.

What Is Parenting Coordination?

When parents are in open conflict, cooperating on decisions regarding their children can be almost impossible. Parenting coordinators are professionals with a background in family counseling dedicated to helping parents resolve day-to-day disagreements.

Court orders often include vague instructions specifying that each parent gets an equal amount of time with their children. However, they may not include a detailed visitation schedule.

A parenting coordinator has the training and skills to help resolve these differences peacefully. They can also direct parents toward resources, like special education programs, that can make raising a child easier.

What Issues Can a Parenting Coordinator Help Resolve?

Scheduling conflicts are the most common disputes parenting coordinators handle. With their family counseling training, these professionals help negotiate schedule alterations around holidays and special occasions. They can also help you adjust the schedule as your child’s needs change.

They can also help resolve everyday issues, like arranging convenient pickup and drop-off times for your child. You may also need their help moving your child’s belongings from one house to another.

Additionally, many parents have trouble communicating after a divorce, especially if the situation was acrimonious. Family counseling can help facilitate communication, giving you the tools to talk to each other effectively. While you may never be close with your former spouse, the skills learned from a parenting coordinator can help you work together for the benefit of your child.

With over 25 years of experience in family counseling, Feinberg & Associates has helped parents throughout the Lexington, KY, area find common ground. Their team is dedicated to providing effective, compassionate parental coordinating services and helping you through difficult situations. Visit their website for more on their services, or call (859) 233-3390 to make an appointment today.