My passion is helping my clients navigate the bumpy and prickly times in life. There is no greater reward than supporting people to find peace.

Karen Patterson, BA, AccFM, CPMed
I’m an Accredited Family Mediator and Certified Life and Relationship Coach and have been working in the Human Services industry for over 30 years. Much of my work has been supporting families and individuals who are dealing with crises or changes in their lives. I’m passionate about the work that I do and help my clients find a sense of calm and resolution during their tough times.  
I have an extensive background, and training in many Therapeutic Modalities for Counselling, Coaching and Healthy UnCoupling and use a unique combination of each of these approaches to give my clients tools, wisdom and insight to grow in the right direction.

I live with my husband and lazy old dog in the beautiful nature of Muskoka, Ontario.

Karen Patterson BA, AccFM, CPMed, CCP

BA – McMaster University

AccFM – Ontario Association for Family Mediation

CPMed – Child Protection Mediator

CCP – Certified Coach Practitioner with the Certified Coaches Federation

AAMFT  -Registered with the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists 

 

CLIENT REVIEWS

'Karen Patterson provided a safe and neutral environment for us to negotiate in. We were able to voice our opinions and state our worries without fear of backlash.She knew when to let us talk and when to interject with a different perspective on the matter. She made sure that all were heard and no one's voice was left out.We find ourselves incredibly grateful for the service she provided and feeling of relief that it left us with. Karen Patterson is both professional and understanding and we absolutely recommend her.'‘

“I LOVE Karen’s fun approach to learning about myself. She breaks everything down into small steps so that I feel successful with each ‘homework’ assignment”

“Karen helped my sister and I understand things from each other’s perspectives. I thought we had lost each other, but we’re back in each other’s lives and loving each other again”

“When I lost my job, I didn’t know who I was any more! Karen helped me find a new purpose in life and helped me get back on track!”

'My husband and I were planning a family-related adoption.  We wanted to have an openness agreement, so that all members of the family understood their roles in this baby's life.  And, most especially, we wanted things to remain harmonious with all family members involved.

Karen met with my husband and myself and then with the other couple.  Then we all met together, and had an opportunity to share our feelings and concerns in a safe and supportive environment.  I know we all felt nervous meeting together, but afterwards, we all felt such peace of mind.  Each of the four of us commented that the process was wonderful....that we felt Karen did an excellent job of listening and understanding where and when to intervene to facilitate good communication.  And to ensure that each person's thoughts and views were properly heard. 

I would recommend Karen to anyone who is in need of this type of service.  I believe that her work with us in making this agreement has made this entire process much easier and less stressful.  Prior to attending the mediation meeting, we hoped things would go well.  We had no idea that it would surpass our expectations and go so much better than we even could have hoped for.'

Thanks Karen!

 

CONTACT INFORMATION

 

E  karen@muskokafamilyworks.com    

P  705-571-0029

Huntsville, ON

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