Meet Breyette Lorntz, PhD

A steady, supportive presence when you need clarity the most

 When you sit down with Breyette, you’ll notice something rare: you feel like you can breathe again.
She creates a calm, grounded environment where you can talk about incredibly difficult topics without the arguments, fear, or emotional overwhelm you may be used to.

People describe feeling:

• heard
• respected
• understood
• Comfortable expressing their perspective
• guided instead of judged
• able to communicate even when it’s been hard

Her focus isn’t just on agreements — it’s on helping you move from tension and confusion to clarity, stability, and forward momentum.
Divorce is not just paperwork. It’s emotional, relational, and deeply human.

You deserve someone who knows how to guide you through all of that — not just the logistics.
Her goal is simple: help both of you make thoughtful, stable decisions in a space that feels calm, fair, and manageable.

She works comfortably with clients from a wide range of backgrounds, beliefs, and values.

What It Means to Work With a Virginia Supreme Court Certified Mediator

Choosing a certified mediator gives you structure, safety, and clear expectations throughout the process.
You can expect:

✔ Neutral support
No sides. No pressure. Just balanced guidance.

✔ Confidential conversations
Your private matters stay private.

✔ A voluntary, respectful process
You stay in control of the pace and participation.

✔ Clear expectations
You’ll receive Virginia’s required Agreement to Mediate outlining confidentiality, your rights, the mediator’s role, and the process.

✔ Ethical, high-standard practice
Certification requires ongoing training and strict adherence to Virginia’s mediation standards.

This framework helps you feel grounded, prepared, and supported.

Why Families Choose Mediation (and Why They Choose Breyette)

You may be here because:

• you want a peaceful process
• you don’t want a courtroom battle
• you want your children to be okay
• you want clarity around finances
• you want structure without hostility
• you want to stay in control of your decisions

And people choose Breyette because she offers:

✔ a calm atmosphere when emotions feel heavy
✔ steady, grounded communication
✔ a trauma-informed, human-centered approach
✔ deep respect for both people
✔ clear, non-overwhelming guidance
✔ the ability to reduce tension and open communication

You don’t need to have everything figured out before you begin.
You simply need a safe, steady guide — and that’s what she’s here for.

How the Mediation Process Works

Step 1 — Free Discovery Call
You share your concerns, questions, and immediate needs.

Step 2 — Guided Preparation (in Phases)
No overwhelm. Just small, manageable steps at the right time.

Step 3 — Mediation Sessions
We work through financial topics, property, parenting, communication, and transitions.

Step 4 — Written Summary or Agreement
You’ll receive a clear document outlining your decisions.

Step 5 — Filing (Optional)

If you choose the uncontested route, you handle filing independently or with your own legal adviser.

Serving Central Virginia Families

Breyette works with individuals and families across Central Virginia, including Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Augusta County, Waynesboro, Staunton, Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, and the surrounding region. For those outside this area — or for couples who prefer convenience or privacy — she offers virtual mediation anywhere in the state of Virginia.

You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsure where to begin, or worried about the future — mediation can help you find a clearer, calmer path forward.