In this special form of Mediation, the victim meets with the offender to allow the victim to ask key questions that only the offender can answer. Of course, this happens only if the victim wants to enter into this process. The basic intent of Victim/Offender Mediation is to allow healing for the victim. If healing, or a positive break-through occurs for the defendant, that is a plus. Some of the agreements may only be for payment for damages; demands that the defendant receive some sort of rehabilitation; or again, finding the answers to key questions, like "Why me?" This is a healing and amazing process.
If you, or someone in your family, have experienced an offense and would like to meet with the offender, I can arrange a "safe meeting" with all involved. In this session, you, the victim, will be able to ask the offender such healing questions as, "Why me?" The goal of this form of Mediation is to provide closure for the victim. Both parties must agree to participate. In some situations, the Adult or Juvenile Probation Departments will be involved.
