Southern California Family Mediation is a specialized nonprofit mediation service dedicated to helping families navigate the complexities of the dependency court system across Los Angeles County. With a mission to keep children out of foster care and facilitate their safe and timely return home, the organization stands out for its focused expertise in dependency-related family disputes and its commitment to a two-mediator co-mediation model.
Leveraging over 11 years of experience and insights from “1,000 Mediation Lessons Learned,” the team employs a compassionate, structured approach to help co-parents, grandparents, and guardians resolve conflicts and create sustainable plans for family reunification. They offer free and low-cost services primarily to families involved with Los Angeles County Children’s and Dependency Courts, aiming to reduce generational recidivism and promote healthier communication.
Services Offered
- Dependency Court Mediation
- Co-Parenting Plan Mediation
- Visitation Schedule Mediation
- Adoption Plan Mediation
- Conflict Communication Education
- Family Reunification (FR) Support
- Self-Service Mediation Appointment Scheduling
- Parent and Guardian Mediation Services
- Grandparent Mediation Services
The organization serves families throughout Los Angeles County and operates primarily in English, with some Spanish-language resources available. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, it relies on community donations and partnerships, such as its innovative collaboration with the Children’s Law Center of California, to extend its impactful services.
