A clear, structured approach to separation
Mediation is not one-size-fits-all. We offer a concierge experience designed to help you move into your future with clarity, structure, and less conflict.
There is a better, gentler way to restructure your family. We can help.
Why this work matters
Separation and divorce are some of the most difficult transitions a family can go through.
Our role is to help you move through this process in a way that:
Reduces conflict
Protects your children
Creates clarity around decisions
Allows you to move forward with confidence
We believe families have the capacity to build new foundations for a positive future, even in difficult circumstances.
A different approach
Mediation doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or adversarial.
We provide:
A structured, guided process
A neutral, judgement-free environment
Support grounded in real-world experience
This is not about “winning”, it’s about creating workable, sustainable outcomes for your family.
Why choose Modern Divorce?
Support & Knowledge
Our mediators bring experience across emotional and mental health, family law, and financial systems.
We are Registered Family Mediators with formal training and accreditation, and are also registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers, which monitors our practice annually.
Lower Cost, Smarter Process
We are intentionally structured as a low-cost model.
By creating efficiencies in our process, we are able to:
Reduce overall cost
Increase accessibility
Pass those savings directly to you
As registered social workers, some or all of your fees may be eligible for coverage under your health benefits.
Real Experience & Perspective
We have all experienced separation and divorce ourselves.
We understand the emotional and practical realities — not just the theory.
Proven Results
We’ve helped hundreds of families navigate this transition.
We provide a judgement-free space where:
Nothing surprises us
Nothing is off-limits
And the goal is always to help you move forward as efficiently as possible
Our role is to guide, not to take sides.
We:
Help structure conversations
Balance power between parties
Keep discussions focused and productive
Support you in making informed, practical decisions
This is a process designed to reduce stress, not add to it.
What it’s like to work with us.
Meet your mediators
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Beth Thompson, BSW, RSW, RFM
Beth is passionate about helping families build new foundations for a positive future.
As a Registered Family Mediator specializing in separation and divorce, she facilitates cost-effective resolutions that reflect each party’s goals and concerns.
Her background as a Registered Social Worker includes extensive work in high conflict situations, parenting plans and communication and relationship dynamics.
Beth is also a licensed online parent coach through the High Conflict Institute.
She enjoys leading the Alberta Justice Parenting After Separation/High Conflict and Focus on Communication in Separation workshops.
Professional Memberships: Alberta College of Social Workers, Alberta Family Mediation Society (Board Member), Family Mediation Canada, Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, Association of Professional Family Mediators.
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Susan Dedeluk, B.Sc, RFM
Susan is a Registered Family Mediator who is passionate about helping families move forward in the best (and least combative) way possible.
Susan has been working in mediation since 2002, including roles within Alberta Justice as a Mediator, Family Court Counsellor, and Caseflow Coordinator.
She founded Modern Divorce to provide families with a more accessible, less adversarial alternative to traditional legal processes.
