Joining Forces in Search for Answers: The Use of Therapeutic Jurisprudence in the Realm of Mediation Ethics
By Omer Shapira, February 8, 2012
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Therapeutic Jurisprudence’s (TJ) effect on mediation is two-fold. Recognizing therapeutic values and utilizing them with ethics in mediation can lead to a better practice of mediation. Also, TJ supports the autonomy that drives mediation and makes it a unique alternative to litigation. TJ helps enhance the psychological well-being of parties in mediation which helps improve the overall effectiveness and viability of the process.
