Blog | Karen Spurrier Mediation

Benefits of using the services of a Social Worker

What are the benefits of using the services of a social worker? By Karen Spurrier, PhD Often people associate social workers with “taking...

Feeling the restlessness? Change your mind!

By Dr Karen Spurrier, PhD In the past couple of months in my practice I have sensed a restlessness in some of those seeking out help. A...

CONFLICT IN DIVORCE HURTS CHILDREN

Children are negatively affected by divorce. This is a well-known fact, however research shows that what hurts children the most is the...

Children - the "collateral damage" in divorce

According to Statistics South Africa, the latest data on divorce and marriages in South Africa showed an increase in divorce orders...

To mediate or not to mediate … that is the question

Taking the huge decision to divorce causes feelings to vacillate between being absolutely certain about wanting a divorce to wanting to...

Protecting the best interests of children

Most people are unaware of The Office of the Family Advocate’s roles and responsibilities until they need to utilise this service. This...

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