Sarah Joyce provides expert and empathetic mediation, specialising in supporting individuals with speech, language, and communication difficulties.
Based in the South Lakes, she offers in-person mediation across Lancashire and Cumbria, as well as online services nationwide.
Sarah is an associate mediator with the Civil Mediation Council and has over 10 years of experience working within the justice system, Sarah specialises in supporting vulnerable individuals. With a background in teaching, speech and language therapy, and mediation, she is exceptionally qualified to assist those facing communication barriers, ensuring they are both heard and understood.
Her approach to mediation is built on empathy, professionalism, and a deep understanding of each individual’s needs. Sarah is committed to giving every client a voice in the mediation process, helping them communicate their needs and preferences clearly.
Whether you’re navigating a civil dispute, workplace issue, or a legal matter, Sarah’s calm demeanor and mediation expertise will guide you through the process with confidence and ease. Mediation is a cost-effective, less stressful alternative to court proceedings, giving you control over agreeing on a resolution.
Sarah offers mediation sessions tailored to each client’s specific needs. With extensive experience in managing communication barriers, she ensures that all participants, regardless of their background or challenges, can express themselves clearly.
Services offered include:
Civil Mediation – Resolving disputes related to neighbours, financial matters, property, wills and inheritance, tenancy, business disagreements, family matters (excluding divorce), and injury disputes.
Specialist Mediation – Supporting individuals with communication difficulties in formal processes, ensuring their voices are heard.
Community Mediation – Helping neighbourhoods and local communities resolve conflicts constructively.
Educational Mediation – Assisting students, parents, and educators with school-related disputes to ensure clear communication and fair outcomes. (Currently, SEND-related mediation is not offered.)
Sarah offers flexible online mediation sessions, making her services accessible nationwide. No matter where you are, you can receive expert support in a convenient and comfortable way. Virtual sessions ensure that distance is never a barrier to clear communication and effective conflict resolution.
Sarah is based in the South Lakes area and offers in-person mediation for clients within a reasonable distance. Whether for individuals, workplaces, or community groups, she provides a supportive and professional environment to facilitate clear communication and effective conflict resolution.
Sarah’s exceptional skills shine through her ability to mediate in situations where communication barriers exist.
With extensive qualifications in teaching, speech and language therapy, and professional mediation, she is equipped to support individuals empathetically and impartially, without judgement.
For over a decade, Sarah has worked as an Intermediary, gaining a deep understanding of how communication challenges impact individuals’ ability to engage with the justice system and other areas of life. She is committed to providing a fair and impartial space for all parties, ensuring that everyone has a voice and is supported throughout the mediation process.
Sarah’s mediation process is simple, clear, and tailored to your needs. Here’s how it works:
Initial Consultation: A free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your needs, goals, and the challenges you may be facing.
Setting Up the Mediation: Once you’re comfortable, Sarah will help set up the mediation sessions, whether in person or online.
Mediation Sessions: Sarah will guide both parties through a structured conversation aimed at finding common ground and resolving disputes.
Post-Mediation Support: After the session, Sarah offers support and follow-up to ensure parties feel satisfied.
Get in touch with Sarah for a free initial consultation. Together you can explore how mediation can help you find a solution.
Please fill out the contact form below, and Sarah will get back to you within 72 hours. Alternatively, you can reach her via email at Sarah.joyce@joycemediation.co.uk
Sarah is recognised by the Civil Mediation Council – the UK’s leading authority for professional mediators.
