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About The Work
Welcome
Kia ora koutou. Ko Michelle Peat tōku ingoa. He uri ahau nō ngā tāngata Tiriti.
Welcome! I'm a Family & Civil Mediator and work to support conversations that matter.
I also have an interest in seeing that our young people are okay.
In my unique way, I'm here to support your relationship with your teenager.
Let me help boost your relationships and polish your communication skills.
Check out the fabulous resources I've made especially for you.
Make a Splash - an art journal for teens.
Courageous Conversations - an online course for parents of teens.
In my community, you will find tips and encouragement on keeping your conversations with those close to you on track and meaningful.
Get started with this FREE eBook: Keep Your Teen Talking
Kia ora, I'm Michelle Peat I live in Aotearoa New Zealand.
I'm a mum of four grown children, two stepdaughters, and five grandchildren. They are why I do what I do.
I've been supporting families for over 20 years and have been working with disputes as a family mediator since 2014.
Contractor with
Fair Way Resolution
Endorsed by AMINZ
Review: Thank you, Michelle, for your time, patience, and professional manner, you have been a pleasure to work with. Thank you.
Jacqui Walter
Thank you, Michelle. Your support and patience were really valued during this process.
Robyn Clapperton
Make a Splash
Are you concerned about your young person?
Do you want to support them with a creative outlet to work through the tough stuff they are navigating?
'Make a Splash' is an interactive hands-on art journal that supports our tamariki 10 - 16 years to find their standing place.
To find their voice and say - 'Here I am and I'm okay.'
Click here for your FREE sample: Art Journal
Review: One word. Amazing! Thank you so much for creating this journal, Michelle.
Stephanie Ots Mother of 12-year-old boy.
Creative, insightful, and engaging. Written in an easy-to-understand style, I highly recommend this latest publication of Michelle's.
Selena Needham Lead Therapist HEART Collective.
The first print run of Make a Splash SOLD OUT in just two months.
The second print run is available here in my shop.
10% of all sales go to Gumboot Friday & I AM HOPE
Review: I have learned tips on how to cope with mental health illness. - Age 21
I have learnt about well being and problem solving. - Age 20
It helped me with my depression and stress. - Age 16
Available in shop
Courageous Conversations
Struggling to keep those difficult conversations with your young person on point? Read on!
I know you’re a smart and caring parent who knows that conflicts with your teen are inevitable and difficult conversations need to happen, but maybe you’re wondering how to respectfully manage these.
Maybe you’re looking for ways to keep your relationship on track while getting issues discussed and workable outcomes reached.
If you’re nodding your head, then I’ve made this online course with you and your family in mind.
10% of all sales go to Gumboot Friday & I AM HOPE
Review: I love your products, thank you.
Jillian Thompson-Jackson
TVNZ Breakfast Interview
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My heart is that our kids are okay. If our kids are okay, then we are okay, if we are okay, then our kids are okay. Yeeeup. Family life! So crazy, but so good all at the same time.
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