Founded by Jill Goldson, services are based on current research combined with proven practical approaches.
The Family Matters Centre works with families in transition to enhance positive outcomes for all family members.
Jill Goldson
MA (Hons), CQSW, Mediator (Resolution Institute fellow), AMINZ, NZAC & Founder of The Goldson Model
As Director of The Family Matters Centre Jill Goldson specialises in researching and working with the family in transition, during and after separation. She contributes to conferences and seminars and has published on this work. Additionally, Jill Goldson conducted a pilot study of working with parents and children during separation and authored "Hello, I’m a voice let me speak. Child Inclusive Mediation in Family Separation" (2006).
Previously a senior lecturer in counselling and social work, Jill Goldson runs professional training seminars for colleagues in the field. She has received scholarships and awards to advance her work. In 2008 she was made a Churchill Fellow and granted funds to undertake research in the UK on child inclusive practice following separation. Publications, awards and funding details are available on this website.
Awards
2022
Resolution Institute Fellow membership
2019
Resolution Institute, International Mediation Congress grant
2018
The Borrin Foundation, Conference Travel grant
2014
LEADR 2014 Practitioner Award
2008
Law Foundation Funding Award
2007
Winston Churchill Memorial Trust Award for Research into Child Inclusive Family Mediation
2006
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts USA (AFCC) Scholarship
2005
Families Commission Research Funding Award
2003
Unitec Research Fellowship
2002
Distinction in Lecturing and Curriculum Design (Unitec)