Family Transition Specialists
We are not a firm. Bridges is a practice group — We are independent professionals, but we frequently work together.
Diane Gans, MA, LPC
Family Transition Specialist, Psychotherapist & Child Specialist
Diane Gans, MA, LPC
1609 Willamette Falls Dr West Linn, OR 97068
516 SE Morrison St Ste. 810 Portland, OR 97214
"I am passionate about supporting children and their families as they navigate the grieving process of divorce...."
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Meg Merrill, MSW
Family Transition Specialist, Mediator & Co-Parent Coach
Meg Merrill, MSW
Mediator and Co-Parent Coach
"Mediation is a creative, collaborative and confidential process that can save you and your family from the stress and financial strain of traditional litigation. My mission is to create a respectful decision-making space for families in transition"
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Lee Hamilton, MA
Family Transition Specialist, Mediator & Divorce Coach
"Both Mediation and Collaborative Divorce offer healthy, supportive alternatives to unproductive conflict and aspire to meet the needs of all family members."
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Gail Jean Nicholson, MA, LPC
Family Transition Specialist, Coach & Personal and Career Counselor
Gail Jean Nicholson, MA, LPC
Divorce Coach & Personal and Career Counselor
1020 SW Taylor St Ste 350
Portland, OR 97205
"Being part of a collaborative or mediating team of professionals provides a significantly better way for couples to divorce."
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IACP
Bridges Divorce is a recognized practice group within the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP).
As a multidisciplinary practice group, we serve couples and families throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington.
The International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) is a global community of legal, mental health and financial professionals. We are a registered non-profit organization. We have members in 42 states and 23 countries, on 5 continents.
IACP VISION:
We envision a world in which all dispute resolution is collaborative, compassionate, and constructive.
IACP MISSION:
We unite and empower a global network of professionals who are dedicated to transforming conflict resolution using the principles of Collaborative Practice.
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Why Collaborative Divorce?
To be thoughtful & thorough
To learn how to communicate in new ways
To know what’s best for our Children
To do the best we can
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Collaborative Divorce:
Can you make it the Right Choice for You?
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