MAIN LOGO

Welcome -

I’m Mari Steyn

Mediator and Coaching Specialist

let’s start your journey

Mediation that
restores dignity and
creates certainty

Guiding you from conflict and uncertainty to dignity, stability, and renewed strength

Life doesn’t always unfold as planned. Separation, divorce, and family disputes can leave you feeling overwhelmed, unheard, or uncertain about the future. But you don’t have to walk this road alone.

I offer a calm, impartial, and confidential space where families and individuals can step out of conflict and into meaningful solutions. My work is grounded in restorative and transformative mediation, always prioritising dignity, fairness, and the wellbeing of children.

Alongside mediation, I guide women through times of personal transition – supporting them to reclaim their voice, rebuild confidence, heal from trauma, and create a sustainable future that reflects who they truly are.

When handled with care, mediation is more than a process. It is an opportunity to restore truth, protect relationships, and lay down a legacy of respect and stability for generations to come.

More about me
PROFILE (1)

Mediation Services

Guiding families from conflict to sustainable solutions with dignity and certainty Mediation is a powerful alternative to litigation. It is often faster, less costly, and far less traumatic than going to court. Most importantly, the way you navigate this process sets the foundation for your future relationships with each other, with extended family, and especially with your children. Through a safe, neutral, and confidential process, I help you create agreements that are fair, respectful, and sustainable.

Family Dispute & Divorce Mediation

I provide a structured and impartial process to help couples resolve separation and divorce matters - from property division to contact and maintenance. Instead of leaving decisions in the hands of the court, mediation allows you to craft agreements that work for your unique circumstances, reducing conflict and creating stability for the future.

Parenting Plans

Children need clarity and consistency to thrive. Together, we develop child-centred parenting plans that support their wellbeing, provide clear routines, and strengthen co-parenting relationships. A well-crafted plan reduces confusion and helps children feel safe and secure as they adjust to change.

Mediation Preparation for Conflict-Averse Clients

For some, the idea of mediation can feel overwhelming. I offer separate, one-on-one preparation sessions for clients who are anxious or conflict-averse and will be attending mediation with another mediator. These sessions build confidence, provide tools for effective communication, and help clients prepare their opening statements so they arrive calm, informed, and ready to participate. To protect impartiality, I never prepare clients for mediations I personally facilitate.

Post-Separation Support for Women

Legal agreements may end the formal process, but the emotional journey continues. I support women who want to rebuild their sense of self, restore confidence, and reclaim their voice after divorce. This future-focused work creates a stable foundation for the next chapter of life, helping women step forward with clarity and strength.

Trauma Recovery & Confidence Rebuilding

Family conflict and separation can leave deep emotional imprints. My trauma-informed approach offers a confidential, restorative space to process pain, release limiting patterns, and reconnect with your inner strength. Together, we focus on cultivating resilience and building a healthier relationship with yourself and those around you.

Mediation is not only about resolving disputes. It is about restoring dignity, creating certainty, and leaving a legacy of respect and stability for you, your family, and your children.

# Shape your future with dignity. Leave a legacy of respect. Mediation isn’t just about today — it’s about the relationships, stability, and wellbeing you pass on to the next generation.

Contact Mari Today

1% Better
everyday

Coaching

Personal renewal for women ready to reclaim their voice and worth

I know what it feels like to reach a crossroads after loss, divorce, or deep life changes and to wonder who you are now, to feel as though your voice has been silenced, and to be faced with big decisions when you don’t feel strong enough to move forward. I have walked that road myself, and I know how overwhelming it can be.

That is why I offer personal renewal coaching: a safe, confidential space where you can pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. Together, we explore what feels heavy or hidden - including the shadows and unspoken emotions that may be shaping your life. When light is brought into those places, the weight begins to lift, and your natural strength and truth can re-emerge.

Through this work, I walk alongside you as you:
  • Find clarity when facing big decisions about your future.
  • Rebuild confidence and restore your self-worth.
  • Heal from past trauma and release limiting patterns
  • Reclaim your voice and speak your truth with courage.
  • Create a sustainable, authentic next chapter rooted in dignity and resilience.

This is not therapy. It is a future-focused, transformative journey that restores balance and helps you step into a renewed sense of self. My commitment is to support you with dignity, confidentiality, and compassion, so you can move forward with certainty and live fully as the woman you were always meant to be.
ABOUT

“You are not broken. Your light is still within you. Together, we can unlock your strength, restore your self-worth, and create a future you feel certain about. Reach out to begin your journey.”

on the blog

The Fearful Heart: Hans’ Transformation
By MaStY01 | |
“I’m busy dying,” the voice on the other side of…
Client Story Jane
By MaStY01 | |
“There is one more thing,” Jane, my lovely client said…
Client Story Be Happy: Jacob’s Journey to Healing
By MaStY01 | |
“I want to move past this, but I can’t” the…

Frequently Asked Questions

Mediation

Mediation is a structured, voluntary process where a neutral mediator helps you and the other party have constructive conversations, explore solutions, and reach agreements that work for everyone involved.

Yes, once you have reached agreement, it is written into a formal document such as aParenting Plan orSettlement Agreement. These agreements can then be made an order of court, which means they are legally binding and enforceable.

Mediation is usuallyfaster, more affordable, and far less stressful than litigation. In court, a judge makes the final decision. In mediation, you stay in control, working together to design solutions that arefair, confidential, and sustainable.

No. My role as your mediator is to remaincompletely impartial. I don’t take sides, and I don’t make decisions for you. I guide the process, ensure respectful communication, and help you reach workable agreements.

If you cannot reach agreement on all issues, we will summarise what has been agreed and note the areas that remain unresolved. A certificate of outcome can then be issued, which you can take forward with your legal representatives.

Preparation is essential. Both parties will receive documents in advance explaining the process and offering reflection questions to help you prepare youropening statements. You will also be asked to bring relevant documents such as recent payslips, bank statements, tax returns, and, where children are involved, school and medical information. This ensures decisions are made on facts, not assumptions, and helps create agreements that will stand the test of time.

Mediation sets thetone for your family’s future. By resolving conflict with dignity and respect, you create a stable foundation for your children. The agreements you reach become part of yourfamily’s legacy, shaping how you relate to one another in the years to come.

Coaching

Therapy often focuses on understanding and healing the past, while my coaching is future-focused and transformational. I use deep subconscious and energy-based methods to get to the root causes of negative emotions and limiting beliefs. When those roots are uncovered, the release is often instant — bringing a sense of lightness and clarity — and the insights can be life changing. Coaching with me is about unlocking what holds you back and equipping you to step forward with renewed strength, confidence, and certainty.

I work with women who are navigating major life changes, including separation, divorce, loss, relationship breakdowns, or times when you feel disconnected from who you are. Together, we focus on clarity, resilience, and reclaiming your sense of worth.

You don’t need to arrive with everything figured out. Simply bring yourself, your story, and a willingness to reflect. If there are big decisions weighing on you, I’ll help you explore them with calm and clarity.

Yes. Everything we discuss in our sessions is treated withcomplete confidentiality. My role is to create a safe and respectful space where you can speak openly and know your words will be held with care.

Every journey is different. Some women feel supported with just a few sessions, while others choose to continue for longer as they rebuild their confidence and create new goals. Together we’ll decide what feels sustainable for you.

Testimonials

“
AWESOME, Vibrant experience, I am a NEW PERSON! I cannot explain the difference, since words are not enough to explain the gratitude I feel today! Mari, you have a very special gift! Thank you for sharing this with me!” Maria S

“
“Absolutely inspiring. Thank you for giving me this new life, being able to learn for the now, inspire for the future and forget those nasty moments of the past.” Carola V

“
“Mari has been invaluable… everything she said resonated with me… the support is deeper… I feel really empowered having Mari in my life.” Karen O

Do yourself
the favour now and step into your best Life!