About Us
Guiding Families Through Separation with Clarity and Care
Separation and divorce are hard—emotionally, financially, and especially when kids are involved. At Forward Family Solutions,
we offer a calm, child-focused space where families can work through conflict, make informed decisions, and move forward with confidence.
Let’s find a path forward, together.
Our Process
Mediation might feel unfamiliar, but the process is designed to be clear, supportive, and respectful from the very beginning. We start with a brief phone call to get to know your situation and answer your questions. If you choose to move forward, each of you will have a private meeting with the mediator — a chance to share your concerns and goals in a safe, one-on-one setting.
When you're ready, we come together for joint sessions. These are guided conversations where we work through the issues that matter most — parenting, communication, finances, and future planning. You’ll be supported every step of the way.
Once you’ve reached agreements, we prepare a mediation report that outlines everything clearly. You can then take this report to your lawyers for independent legal advice and to finalize your separation — knowing that the groundwork has already been done.
Ready to take the next step?
Meet The Team
Dray Perenic
OAFM Accredited Family Mediator
M.Ed in Education
I’m Dray Perenic, an Accredited Family Mediator through the Ontario Association for Family Mediation (OAFM), and the founder of Forward Family Mediation. I bring both professional expertise and lived experience to the mediation table. With a Master of Education, specialized training in Emotional Intelligence, and a background in supporting families through transition, I’m here to help you move forward with clarity, care, and confidence.
Having gone through a divorce myself—with the support of a family mediator—I understand how overwhelming and emotional the process can be. I also know how valuable it is to have a calm, neutral guide to help you make thoughtful, informed decisions. Mediation helped me protect my children from conflict and avoid the high cost of going to court. That experience deeply shapes the way I support my clients today.
Divorce can be overwhelming and costly—but it doesn’t have to be. I help families find practical, child-focused solutions in a respectful and supportive environment, so you can move forward with peace of mind.