Knowledge and resources

Effects on parental conflict resolution, legal professionals, and children's outcomes 

Supervision can take as little as an hour a month, but benefit family practitioners in so many ways

As evidence continues to highlight the risks of mental ill-health in high-pressure legal environments, psychological safety should now be high up firms’ agendas

Strong leadership and decisive action are needed to embed practices that support and protect mental health and wellbeing into everyday legal work

A coaching mindset is a way of thinking and communicating that builds trust, empowers clients and protects your wellbeing

The stigma against men discussing their health and emotions is dangerous and, in our profession, a 'perfect storm' of factors can lead to burnout and depression

All bereavements are different, but there are patterns. Trying to understand what is going on can help us find our way

Bereavement forces changes upon us just when it is hardest to take them on board

We are increasingly aware of menopause issues on separation, but we should not forget to consider the impact on ourselves

How do we help ourselves in our relationship connectivity with others? 

Why seeking help, setting boundaries, and prioritising wellbeing is so difficult

Relationship therapist Adele Ballantyne, of Eleda consultancy, introduces her new series of columns, which starts by asking us to examine our own relationships

Five steps forward but much to do

What if, in order to *really* change things in family law, we started at the beginning and not at the end? What if family law firms routinely selected trainees with social work, sociology and psychology degrees as well as those with law degrees?

An inclusive workplace culture can ensure employees with disabilities can thrive, contribute their talents, and achieve their full potential

Understanding what annoys or upsets us in other people can give us the power to make adjustments, to work on ourselves, and to adapt

Mental Health Awareness Week is a time when we are supposed to take notice of our own and others’ mental health. Isn’t it better to think about it every week?