Who We Are

Dr. Carter, co-founder of the National Cooperative Parenting Center (NCPC), is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a clinical and forensic psychology practice in Bradenton, FL. She is a Certified Parenting Coordinator and nationally recognized expert in Parenting Coordination training, as well as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator. Dr. Carter is also the mother of three children.  Continue reading »

Dr. Michael B. Spellman, co-founder of NCPC, is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Certified Parenting Coordinator, as well as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator. In these capacities he has worked extensively with children, families, and the court over the past 30 years. Dr. Spellman also serves as a consultant to clinicians and corporations that are interested in maximizing their quality of service.  Continue reading »

Training Programs

NCPC offers training for mental health and legal professionals by professionals with extensive experience in parenting coordination, mediation, child development, and the divorce process. Our trainings offer professionals the opportunity to acquire and integrate new skills to expand an area of practice or to reinforce previously acquired skills. In addition, most licensed professionals are required to continue their education beyond their formal degrees in order to maintain licensure and to ensure that their skills are up to date and adhering to the latest industry standards. Continuing education credits are provided for all NCPC trainings.

Services

NCPC provides experienced, caring professionals to assist families and the professionals who serve them when the need arises. We offer services for parents and children in addition to services for both mental health and legal professionals. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest quality standard of service and strict adherence to ethical guidelines. Our trained professionals and experienced administrative staff are here to help families and professionals identify the services best suited to their needs. We frequently work within a "team" approach so that our clients can rest assured that they are receiving comprehensive, coordinated care. At a time of stress and conflict, you can count on NCPC to be the resource for the knowledge and expertise to resolve conflicts, help parents acquire the tools and skills they need to stabilize their family and keep childrens’ needs at the forefront.