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If you’re anywhere in the divorce process, you’ve probably already noticed that everyone has an opinion about how you should handle just about everything. From whether to hire a lawyer to how to coparent, well-meaning friends and family probably want to help, but at...

Are you dealing with a high conflict divorce situation? If so, it’s especially important to create a parenting plan that clearly defines responsibilities, anticipates common issues and supports low-contact parenting.  Last week I partnered with my colleague Temple...

Did you know that one of the most critical components of ensuring a smooth transition for your children is establishing a well-structured parenting plan? Even in very amicable divorces a parenting plan is still required. This week’s blog is co-authored by my...

Divorce is often described as a loss, a failure, or even a tragedy. But as I reflect now on my own divorce, I am grateful to see it as one of the most important periods in my life. It was painful, yes. It was messy and exhausting. But navigating the process also...

"My divorce is final and my ex has 30 days to finalize the items in our settlement agreement. What happens if the deadline comes and goes and things aren’t done?" When your divorce settlement is finalized, it’s natural to hope both parties will fulfill their...

I hear it all the time – how quickly can I get this done? And the follow-up, how long does divorce take on average? It’s understandable that once you’ve decided to move forward with divorce, you want it to be done! It can seem like you’re waiting forever for your case...

You may already know that divorce coaching is designed to help you better navigate the many emotional and practical challenges that arise during divorce. A good divorce coach will help you reduce stress and overwhelm and, importantly, help you make informed decisions...

In most divorce cases, mediation is a critically important step that can help you make notable progress (even if you don’t reach a settlement right away, but more about that later). First, Mediation, as defined by the American Bar Association (ABA), “gives people a...

February can be a rough month. It’s usually cold, the days are still short, and let’s be honest, Valentine’s Day, which seems to start earlier and earlier like every consumer holiday, goes on for half of it. And if you’re dealing with divorce, Valentine’s Day feels...

I’m currently reading The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins, which is inspiring me to pay closer attention to the many times each day that I relinquish my strength and power to others. Whether it’s worrying about what people might think, or worse, stopping myself from...

Nesting is a shared custody arrangement where the parents take turns staying in the house so the child(ren) don’t have to move. This arrangement can be beneficial for a family looking to minimize disruption for the kids, but there are also several challenges that you...

  I’m confused - what’s the difference between a therapist and divorce coach?   This is a great question that comes up often as people look for guidance during divorce. Both roles provide meaningful support, and ideally everyone could have both on their...

  A divorce mission statement can help you stay focused and accountable during divorce. These client examples can help you get started.   I’ve written before about the value of creating both a personal and a divorce mission statement during divorce, but...

If you’ve been holding on, waiting until the new year to start the divorce process, you’re not alone. Whether you made the decision recently or knew it was coming and waited out the holiday season, the steps you’ll take are the same. In addition to the “must-do’s”...

If you’re reading this newsletter, you probably faced or are currently preparing for a difficult transition. Wherever you are in your journey, how are you doing today? Are you willing to look at your year to give yourself credit for your accomplishments and be honest...