Actually, they’re not frequently asked questions about mediation, but they ought to be. Distinguished mediator, educator and practice consultant, Tammy Lenski, urges potential clients to

[a]sk prospective mediators questions like these to assess experience, depth of training and education, and adaptability:

• Do you have approaches or tools you usually use? Tell me about them. You’re looking for answers that convey a complexity of thinking and practice, not rote mimicry.
• Describe for me how your mediations typically unfold — what does it look like? Ask yourself if what they described makes sense for you and your situation. If it doesn’t, ask them…
• Do you vary that approach in circumstances where it may not work as well? Savvy mediators will not be thrown by this question.
• Tell me about the philosophy that guides your work. Look for a fit between what they describe and what feels right to you. If they can’t answer the question, that’s a red flag — it suggests they’ve never thought about it or have too little training to understand that all mediation approaches have underlying values and philosophies.

I’d be pleased to answer any of these, or any other questions, you may have.  Please go to my business site for my contact information.