Testimonials for Mediation Services

The feedback that we receive from our clients gives us the ability to understand how our mediation services impact people's lives. Please take some time to read through our testimonials to see what our past clients have to say about their experiences with us.

Client names withheld to protect confidentiality.

“Freya thank you for everything.  We all cried together on our first day and now on our last.  You are a special person that brings some light at a time that its most needed." Confidential

“I told [my friend] I was dreading going to an attorney, and she suggested trying mediation instead. Freya was wonderful. She is very understanding. She has been through a divorce herself, so she knows what you’re going through. You can tell she wants to help.
“It took some time, and there were tears. But I could call or email Freya, and she’d respond right away. She was a great friend and saved us a lot of money over an attorney. It worked well for us to get through a divorce.”Stephanie Appleby

All mediators should be just like Freya: knowledgeable, professional, and reassuring.

I first met Freya Robbins through a local business networking group I belonged to. The group met every week on Tuesdays for lunch, so by the time I was thinking about how to best handle my divorce, I already knew Freya well. I had listened to her speak countless times about her business and already knew a bit about what she did—and she already knew a bit about my marital situation, too. I figured, before trying to go through the process with lawyers, why don’t I give mediation and Freya a try?

It turned out to be an excellent decision. When going through a divorce handled by lawyers, not only is it expensive as they rack up the bills, but it also really adds a good deal of stress to an already difficult situation. But, with Freya, the whole mediation process turned out to actually be not only comfortable but even calming—two words I did not think I would associate with my divorce!

From start to finish, our entire divorce process lasted only about eight months. It was fast and simple, and everything was streamlined. She gave us all the forms, told us what to sign, what to do, and how to get it all done as quickly and calmly as possible.

If both parties are agreeable to it, mediation is absolutely the way to go if you are looking to get divorced. Freya could not be more understanding. All mediators should be just like her! She is knowledgeable and professional, not to mention reassuring, which made the entire process actually pretty pleasant. Freya could not have been more understanding when I absolutely needed it the most.” Rob A.

“Thank you so much for all your help – you made a very unpleasant process go as smoothly and easy as it could. It has been an incredibly difficult time as I know you understand – but now we can try to move forward." Thank you

“Thanks for your kindness, your words of encouragement and being so professional and thorough with our Marriage Settlement Agreement.”Confidential

“Freya Robbins was recommended to my daughter by me after I had read one of Freya’s well written articles in a Sarasota, FL publication, West Coast Woman, What was explained in the article was what was presented to my daughter and son-in-law. This resulted in the two of them having a better overall understanding of the legal, fair and moral requirements of the situation which led to a much quieter and fairer mediation of the matter. On top of this, their overall expense was much, much less than what one hears of the average cost of a divorce. When I thanked Freya in person after it was over, one could see how her knowledge, experience and compassion would guide a couple to a much better and satisfactory settlement.”Confidential

“We were confused about the steps to be taken after we decided to separate. We agreed to an amicable split and found that attorneys were not helpful. A friend recommended mediation and it was the best thing for us. Freya made the process painless and she guided us through the necessary steps ensuring that we covered everything that needs to be considered.”Confidential

“It has been a quick and pleasant experience for me. I would recommend mediation as a spiritual divorce.”Confidential

“This was certainly a peaceful and less stressful process where I was able to take my time and understand options that would benefit each of us; in the end we saved a lot of money and heartache!”Confidential

“The opportunity to go through this difficult and stressful situation with someone who understands what you are going through and guides you through the painful decisions that need to be made, is a valuable service that helps both sides get to a resolution the easiest way possible.”Confidential

“I found mediation with Zollinger Mediation to be an affordable and comfortable approach to a difficult situation. Freya made the process easier to understand, with her knowledge and expertise.” Confidential

“On very good advice from a registered psychotherapist I was able to avail myself of the services of Zollinger Mediation. I was very grateful that I did so.”

“Freya Robbins of Zollinger Mediation is beyond competent. Freya has the unique capacity to provide clear guidelines on what to expect, what to do, and how to handle the exigencies of a divorce and divorce proceedings. She has a very compassionate and fair manner of processing the procedures with both parties involved. She makes the whole process much less painful (both emotionally and financially) for both parties than usually encountered in the adversarial environment of legal proceedings. Nearly all the paper work that would be very difficult to deal with both from a personal and professional point of view was appropriately explained and as a result, completed efficiently.”

“I, personally, would unhesitatingly and highly recommend her services to anyone considering a divorce. In fact, I think that I have already done so.”Respectfully, J. C., Sarasota

“Nobody stands at an altar thinking your marriage won’t make it, but sometimes life has other plans. Freya helped us walk through a very painful and sad chapter in our lives and come out the other side still friends.”Confidential

“Freya, your efforts were instrumental in resolving our differences, and for that I can’t thank you enough.”Confidential

“After an unsuccessful and costly experience with a lawyer, I was fortunate to find Freya Robbins, a family divorce mediator. My husband and I had already agreed upon a fair and equitable distribution of assets, but needed professional advice on how to handle some of the other matters. Freya was very fair in working with both of us and insistent that every aspect be addressed and settled before the dissolution. Her expertise in financial planning was an extra bonus. Not only did I benefit from wonderful professional advice, but I also feel I gained a friend!”Confidential

“We were treated courteously, and promptly regarding our meetings and all communication. Freya was neutral, and non judgmental, treating us both fairly. We felt relaxed, not anxious or rushed in the mediation process. Having help with the paperwork was an immense help. Thank you so much!”Pleased Clients, Venice, FL

“Frequently divorce is the desire of only one person in a marriage. The spouse may try everything to save the marriage but at some moment realizes he or she must let the other go. However, there remains a desire to re-establish the most amicable relationship possible. The mediation process is an excellent means to reshaping the couple’s relationship, allowing the future to be positive and warm.Confidential

“Zollinger Mediation utilizes strength, wisdom, and compassion to help both sides make decisions with peace and integrity. Freya’s care and concern extended beyond the divorce finalization, providing assistance in financial and family situations that occur as part of the consequence of divorce. In a dark and damaging situation in our life, Freya, with Zollinger Mediation gave above and beyond towards an equitable and promising future for our family.”Confidential

“I want to again thank your for your services, and successfully navigating us through a relatively pain free (especially from the economic viewpoint) divorce.”Confidential

“I had been going through the divorce process with an attorney for about 2 years. The time, money and energy spent to resolve our differences using attorneys almost killed me emotionally and financially. Once I realized that there was an alternative, which was using a mediation process, I could not believe that two people could sit in a room together and calmly and rationally come to an agreement on everything that took attorneys years to do. I was very pleased with the outcome and the process. Freya was kind enough to fit her schedule to ours, meeting evenings and weekends as needed. Thank you, Freya, for your kindness and the special way you can make an already emotional experience better than expected!”Confidential

“My husband and I spent thousands of dollars with attorneys that did nothing for us. We were able to go to Zollinger Mediation where Freya handled our divorce in a very kind manner. She helped us out so much. Getting a divorce is never easy, but at least we didn’t have to end it being ugly with lawyers, who only wanted to war, supposedly on our behalf, so they could make more money from us. Do yourselves a favor and see her before you make a big mistake.”Confidential

“The invaluable services Freya provides go far beyond financial considerations. As a life coach, I’ve seen first hand – and long term – what stress and pain are caused by a divorce with no closure other than anger, frustration and bitterness on one or both sides. Even before attorneys and accountants get involved, Freya needs to be the first line of communication between the couple, not their last resort.”Confidential

“Freya assists couples through each and every difficult step to create an honorable and dignified process toward the end to their marriage. Particularly when children are involved – adult as well as minor – it is critical to healthy future family relationships that the couple work together on this sad but often inevitable passage.”Confidential

“Beyond the expected issues of whom pays what, visitation, etc. there are small but significant details needed to be worked through before both parties can successfully move forward to rebuild a new life. Freya Robbins has skill, experience and a passion to help others making her an exceptional mediator.”Pamela Peplow, Certified Franklin Covey Coach

“Freya has been very helpful during this difficult process. She has given professional support and attention equally to both of us and has encouraged us and made us work together on a solution.”Confidential

“My husband brought to my attention an article written by Freya Robbins that sounded like she could be of great help with our dilemma. After meeting her I have found her to be very professional, extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Freya is very easy to work with.”Confidential

“Freya’s articles I saw in various publications caught my eye because it fit my situation so closely. She emphasized how so many married couples don’t need a lawyer to resolve marital disputes, some can be resolved with her counseling, … if it doesn’t work out for you, she can save you a lot of expense that lawyers will run up to pad their pockets. She… fit her time to meet my schedule. Finally, we did get a divorce at a low cost after many hours of counseling. She helped us divide our assets and emotions in a way that we could walk away living new lives and still be friendly towards each other.”Confidential

“I was glad to have some control, rather than rely on an adversarial process through lawyers and the rash decision of a judge. Mediation with Freya Robbins was a calm and mutually beneficial process.”Confidential

“Mediation was more personal and more healthy, both emotionally and physically.”Confidential

“Mediation helped us achieve quicker closure and made the best of a worst case scenario.”Confidential

“The latest must have divorce accessory…a specially trained Certified Divorce Planner.”Fortune Magazine, April 2002

“CDFA s can provide invaluable information that allows the court to arrive at a fair, equitable, and just resolution, not just at the moment of trials, but down the road as well.”Hon. Kathleen McCarthy
Family Court Division Judge
Divorce Magazine, Summer 2003

“Mediation was the best choice for me…dealing with a broken marriage that needed to be either ended in an amicable way or mended in a caring way.”Confidential

“She was instrumental in helping us see both sides during mediation, which led to a quicker settlement.”Confidential

“Freya’s expertise was invaluable in uncovering monies that were marital property. instead of costing me money, I have money to live on in the future.”Confidential

“Thanks so much for all your help Freya…. you definitely made the whole process very smooth.”Confidential

“I received more information from you in an hour and a half than I did from my own attorney during the last 2 years. Thanks again!”Confidential