In Florida, couples can mediate and obtain a divorce without attorneys, which is known as a pro se divorce. Sherryl Vida, LMHC is a certified family court mediator who provides services to couples who wish to be active participants in construction of their marriage settlement agreement.

As a neutral party, Vida meets with the couple and allows time for both to express their needs and concerns. They then move on to address the multiple issues required to complete the settlement agreement. As a Florida Supreme Court Approved Parenting Plan Coordinator, Vida has the training and experience to assist parents in developing a mutually acceptable plan to continue to love and raise their children together. A good plan will cover both the present and foreseeable future and will designate how future changes will be addressed as needed. This process allows the couple to remain in control and make their own decisions.

Sherryl Vida is a licensed Mental Health Counselor, practicing in Brevard County since 2000. Her office at Beachside Mediation Services, LLC, 476 Highway A1A, Ste 4C, Satellite Beach. 321-626-7855. MediateNotLitigate.net.