The advantages of effective communication between co-parents are stressed. Parents identify their contribution to the communication pattern and identify obstacles to successful interaction. Tips for dealing with unreasonable expectations and limit-setting techniques are taught and practiced. Problem-solving techniques and business relationship skills are examined from a divorced parent position. A seven step negotiation method is demonstrated.
Parents learn how to prepare for and organize business meetings with their co-parent.
They develop constructive ways to address many typical divorce situations. Parents are introduced to techniques to determine the validity of their concerns, the seriousness of their concerns, and practice how to address these issues in a productive manner. Co-parents are given the tools necessary to create agreements based on their child s best interest.