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Jun 23
A Certified Mediator is a professionally trained and credentialed neutral who meets state or national standards to facilitate fair, structured, and confidential dispute resolution..It provides a neutral, confidential, and cost-effective alternative to litigation, helping parties reach mutually acceptable agreements while maintaining greater control over the outcome.
A Parenting Coordinator is a neutral professional appointed to help high-conflict parents implement and comply with custody orders, parenting plans, and court directives.By facilitating communication, resolving disputes, and prioritizing the best interests of the child, a Parenting Coordinator reduces ongoing conflict and promotes stability for families post-divorce or separation.
In Maryland, child custody and parenting plans can be resolved efficiently through mediation, allowing parents to create court-compliant, child-centered agreements that prioritize stability, visitation schedules, and the best interests of the child while avoiding prolonged litigation.
Susan Buckingham is a highly experienced Maryland Court Certified Mediator, Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator, and Licensed Social Worker with over two decades of professional experience in conflict resolution, behavioral health, and family services. She specializes in family mediation, high-conflict divorce mediation, child custody mediation, parenting coordination, and business dispute resolution throughout Maryland and Florida.
Susan is known for her collaborative, child-centered approach to mediation, helping families and organizations resolve disputes constructively while minimizing emotional and financial strain.
Susan provides professional divorce mediation, child custody mediation, parenting plan development, and support negotiations, helping families reach sustainable agreements outside of court. As a Certified Trauma Specialist and Parenting Coordinator, she integrates a trauma-informed framework into every case—prioritizing emotional safety, stability, and the best interests of children.
Her mediation services include:
Divorce mediation
Child custody and visitation mediation
Parenting plan development
Co-parenting conflict resolution
High-conflict family mediation
Parenting coordination services
Susan’s approach reduces litigation costs, shortens court involvement, and promotes long-term cooperation between parents.
In addition to family mediation, Susan assists businesses and organizations with:
Workplace conflict resolution
Partnership disputes
Contract disagreements
Leadership and team mediation
Organizational conflict management
Her structured and neutral facilitation process helps businesses resolve disputes efficiently while preserving professional relationships.
With a professional background that includes delivering inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment services, Susan brings a deep understanding of behavioral health, family systems, and crisis intervention to her mediation practice.
As the Founder of the Maryland Center for Mediation, Counseling, and Coaching, LLC, she integrates mediation, counseling insight, and coaching strategies to support meaningful, lasting resolutions.
As a Nationally Certified Mediator serving both Maryland and Florida, Susan assists families across state lines. Her dual-state certification allows clients to resolve disputes efficiently without the added cost and complexity of managing separate professionals in different jurisdictions.
She is committed to:
Confidential and neutral mediation
Child-focused dispute resolution
Cost-effective alternatives to litigation
Trauma-informed, compassionate facilitation
Sustainable and enforceable agreements
If you are seeking a Maryland or Florida Certified Mediator for family, business, or high-conflict disputes, Susan Buckingham provides professional, compassionate, and results-driven mediation services designed to reduce stress and promote long-term stability.
Maryland and Florida Accredited Mediator and Parenting Coach
Sonya is a seasoned Spanish translator and legal mediator with over 30 years of experience bridging language and cultural divides within legal, law enforcement, and community contexts. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she brings precision, discretion, and empathy to every case she handles—qualities essential for effective communication in sensitive legal matters.
With formal training in Criminal Justice from Ventura College and early exposure to law enforcement as a police cadet and Explorer with the Oxnard Police Department, Sonya has a firm grounding in public safety and judicial processes. Her bilingual capabilities have been a vital asset in facilitating dialogue between legal professionals and Spanish-speaking clients in both civil and criminal settings.
For the past two years, Sonya has worked closely with the courts, specializing in family law and mediation. In this role, she leverages her linguistic expertise and conflict resolution skills to assist in resolving disputes related to custody, visitation, and other family dynamics—helping parties reach mutual agreements without the need for prolonged litigation.
Complementing her legal and mediation work is an 18-year tenure at Costco in Marketing and Customer Service, where she refined her communication, negotiation, and public-facing skills.
Certified Spanish Translator | Legal Mediator | Community Liaison
Our practice areas include family disputes, business negotiations, and workplace conflicts, all handled with professionalism and care.
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Susan Saunders, Nationally, Certified Mediator, brings a wealth of experience, professionalism, and a results-driven approach to every case they handles. But don’t just take our word for it—hear what our clients have to say!
Working with Susan Saunders was a game-changer for resolving our business conflict. She skillfully navigated a tense situation between me and my business partner, helping us dissolve our partnership amicably without costly litigation. Her professionalism, coupled with her ability to listen and guide discussions constructively, made all the difference. If you’re facing any kind of business dispute, Maryland Mediation Services should be your first call.
Susan Saunders is an exceptional mediator who truly understands the complexities of family dynamics. Her compassionate approach made a difficult process much easier for our family. She helped us reach a fair and respectful agreement that we couldn’t have achieved without her guidance. Her expertise as a Parenting Coordinator was invaluable in keeping the focus on our children’s well-being. I highly recommend Maryland Mediation Services to anyone seeking a thoughtful and professional mediator.
Susan Saunders brought clarity and resolution to our workplace conflict in a way that exceeded all our expectations. Her ability to remain neutral, yet empathetic, allowed both sides to feel heard and respected. She turned what felt like an impossible situation into a productive and positive outcome. Maryland Mediation Services is fortunate to have someone with her experience and credentials. I highly recommend their services for any workplace mediation needs.
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Susan Saunders, Nationally Certified, serving Maryland and Florida, Accredited Mediator, has achieved certification in the military pension division through advanced Strafford training. This specialized qualification underscores Susan’s dedication to providing exceptional mediation services and uniquely positions her to assist military families in navigating complex financial and legal matters
