FAQs

What Is Prosody?

In linguistics, prosody /prɒsədi/ is the pattern and rhythm of the way we speak; it is the underlying  emotion of  the speaker and the words that they choose to use when trying to communicate with other people .

When we are talking with others: it’s not just what you say, but how you say it that helps people to  understand each other and work through their differences. At Prosody Mediation I help my clients navigate conflict situations, hear the nuances under what is being said, and work collaboratively on problem solving.

What Do You Do As A Facilitator/Mediator?

I serve as a neutral guide. I’m not here to take sides, give legal advice, or decide the outcome for you. I help you explore options and work toward a solution that both sides can accept.

Mediation is not the practice of law, and I am not a lawyer. I also cannot be called to testify or share anything discussed in mediation. My role is to keep the conversation focused, respectful, and productive. You are welcome to ask for my perspective, but I will never tell you what to do. The decisions remain entirely in your capable hands.

My job is to guide the conversation, help manage emotions, and support both parties in finding common ground. The goal isn’t to “win, ” the goal is to move forward with clarity and fairness.

Everything said in mediation is confidential. That means nothing shared  in our sessions can be used in court. I don’t keep records, and I destroy any notes once the session ends. 

Mediation offers a safer, more respectful way to handle conflict and gives each side a better chance of reaching lasting resolution.

What Happens During Facilitation/Mediation?

Each session is done using Zoom. This allows you to choose the quiet, private place of your choice so that you can be comfortable while we have our session. 

We start by setting a respectful tone and going over how the process works with an offical opening where I will explain the process, what the expectations of our time together are, and answer any questions you might have.

 After my opening statement, one at a time, each person will have the chance to speak without interruption about the conflict as they see it. This is your opportunity to share your side of the story and be heard.

As you tell your story, I may ask questions to better understand what happened and when. These questions are not meant to challenge you, but to clarify the timeline of events and to get more details so we can move forward with a clear picture. 

Once both sides have shared, we spend time working together to explore possible solutions to your conflict. Our shared goal is to find a fair, workable resolution without going to court or to have an outside party decide your fate.

What If I Need To Speak To You Alone During the Session/Mediation?

If we need to speak privately, we can use something called a caucus. We will break into private meeting rooms to discuss information you might not be ready to share with the other party. Please let me know how much of the conversation you want to share with the other party. Caucausing can be used any time after opening statements are completed.

What Happens At The End Of A Session/Mediation?

If we’re able to reach an agreement, we will put it in writing as a Stipulation or a Memorandum of Understanding. This is a shared, binding document that outlines the terms you’ve both agreed to. Mediation gives you the chance to shape the outcome of your case, with more flexibility in timing and terms than a court decision allows.

Sometimes, an agreement isn't reached, and that is okay. Whether we reach an agreement or not, I thank you for showing up, speaking honestly, and trusting me to guide this process. Your time and effort matter.