Dr. Alexandra McWilliams, Psy.D., LLC

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Whether you are discussing divorce, creating a parenting plan, or simply looking to clarify issues for a more tightly focused legal approach, retain control over the process and outcome of your civil matter with Dr. Alexandra McWilliams, Psy.D. LLC.
– Mediation isn’t compromise it’s collaboration!

Why Mediation

Complying with ethical guidelines adopted by the ADR Section of the State Bar of Texas, the guiding principle of mediation is that all parties have the right to negotiate and attempt to determine the outcome of their conflict.

Court-ordered mediation is the exploration of every possible avenue for dispute resolution. Depending on the courts for timely adjudication and relief to complex dilemmas is placing control in the hands of individuals who lack importance in the details. Courts are limited in the types of relief they can award; the options available to parties who engage in early dispute resolution (mediation) are limited only by their creativity..

  • Control by parties – parties remain in charge of the outcome.
  • Parties understand their dispute better than any court or jury could.
  • Information disclosed during mediation will not be disclosed to anyone.
  • Significantly reduces acts of exploiting ambiguities in the parenting plan and/or decrees.
  • Reduces the time and cost of litigation – Mediation cost less than fees associated with ongoing legal disputes due to feeling unheard.

The mediation, ordinarily a voluntary process, is private, informal, and confidential. There are no court reporters, stenographers, or court officers allowed to participate. The mediator will guide the conduct of the mediation without the formal rules of evidence or procedure used in a court proceeding. 

Mediation is very successful in that 3/4ths of all matters going to mediation are settled. The purpose of mediation is to help you, if possible, find common ground so this matter may be resolved (ending in an agreement), if you so choose.

About

Dr. McWilliams brings parties together to resolve their differences through discussion and problem-solving as a “neutral” party who helps facilitate a dialogue that provides an effective way to help parties achieve “win-win” and more “valuable” outcomes.

Bilingual, adept at navigating high-stakes situations and providing psychoeducation that empowers clients and families to engage constructively in conflict resolution, Dr. McWilliams presents with the capacity to facilitate collaborative solutions and promote positive family interactions. Professional and personal experience with family law and career supported by a Doctor of Psychology degree with a specialization in Clinical Psychology and a master of science degree specializing in Forensic Psychology. 

An Advanced Mediator, Dr. McWilliams completed 30 hours in Advanced Civil and Advanced Family Mediation Training with Mediators & Arbitrators of America in accordance with the Texas Alternative Dispute Resolution Act, Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code §154.052.

Further, Dr. McWilliams satisfied the 40 classroom hours of training required to mediate court-referred disputes as indicated in the Texas Alternative Dispute Resolution Act §154.052, Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code Ann via Manousso Mediation & Arbitration LLC. This course also meets the Texas Mediator Trainers Roundtable’s requirements and is the gold standard for mediation training requirements in most of the world.

Services

Readily accessible, fair, and appropriate means to resolve conflicts, Dr. McWilliams services disputing parties statewide and, more importantly, in isolated areas of Texas & Kentucky, Dr. McWilliams provides confidential and strictly voluntary mediation in person and remotely through telephone conferencing and electronic means.

  • Divorce/Custody
  • Visitation Arrangements
  • Police and Court Referrals
  • Neighborhood and Community Conflicts
  • Family Business Disputes
  • Family Conflicts
  • Educational 504/IEP Conflicts
  • Consultations

Throughout the process, the mediator will focus on the parties’ perceptions, their interests, and concerns. Because the mediator’s emphasis is on the parties and not the law, attorneys (if present) can be helpful in discussing legal principles and rights that may be involved. A common understanding of what is likely to occur if the case is litigated can have a positive influence on the mediation.

Consultations:

Please know that it’s perfectly normal to begin mediation without prior experience. Book a consultation to gain perspective if mediation is appropriate for your case. If at any point something does not feel right, please voice your concerns. If you find it difficult to do so because you are not quite sure things are going the way they should be, don’t hesitate to call me directly.

A consultation may be beneficial if you feel that your mediator’s impartiality has been compromised or is at risk, if the mediator has offered to withdraw, or if there appears to be any impropriety in the mediator’s relationships with court staff or judiciary members. 

Remember that mediation is a voluntary process aimed at resolving disputes. It is not a discovery tool and should not be used to harass the other party. The mediator’s role is to maintain impartiality, control bias, and ensure that any settlement reached is voluntary. Mediation is most effective when both parties feel empowered to express themselves freely without fear or pressure. If there’s a history of abuse or an imbalance of power, you may object to mediation.

Contact

Feel free to reach me via the contacts below for any inquiries or collaboration opportunities. Email request for pro-bono services.

admin@adrwithdrmcwilliams.com

806.399.3088

Sunray, Texas 79086

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