Podcasts about collaborative professionals

Ashley-Nicole Russell, Esq. is an award-winning family law attorney, author, and speaker who is changing the way divorce is perceived around the world. She is widely-known as a dedicated, passionate, and trustworthy attorney with integrity. She is committed to protecting her clients while understanding the needs of their families. As a child of divorce and divorcee, she brings a unique, relatable, and personal understanding to AN|R Law Offices and the communities it serves. As the first collaborative law firm in eastern North Carolina, AN|R Law has office locations in Greenville, Raleigh, Beaufort, and Wilmington.When her parents divorced, she faced years of hardship and adversity due to the impact of traditional litigation and the lack of shared parenting laws. This experience inspired her to pursue law and find a better way for families to divorce.Ashley-Nicole graduated Magna Cum Laude from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. She went on to attend North Carolina Central University School of Law where she graduated Magna Cum Laude and earned a Juris Doctor and a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Dispute Resolution Institute. Ashley-Nicole trained and obtained membership with the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals and co-founded the North Carolina Collaborative Attorney Network.With more than a decade of experience in collaborative law, Ashley-Nicole knows first-hand how this model benefits families during separation and divorce. This method, which Ashley-Nicole used in her own divorce, allows the couple to move forward peacefully with understanding and respect. She is the author of The Cure for Divorce Culture and the host of the Divorce, Healthy! podcast. She is an advisor for co-parenting app Fayr and is a member of the national board of directors for the National Parents Organization. She also serves as the Vice President for the Carteret County Bar Association.As an expert in divorce culture, Ashley-Nicole has appeared on various multi-media platforms to discuss collaborative law, conflict resolution in the workplace, and the future of divorce in America. Ashley-Nicole has been featured in Forbes, The Washington Post, and ABC, NBC, and CBS news affiliates. She actively shares her mission nationwide by speaking at events, conferences, and trainings focused on family law, human resources, and mediation. She is committed to sharing information to help families navigate the emotional and legal aspects of separation and divorce.Support the show

Andrea Vacca returns to explore amicable divorce solutions, even in high-conflict cases. While avoiding litigation is often the goal, sometimes it's unavoidable. Andrea breaks down the benefits of staying out of court, how to keep children at the center, and when it's time to shift from collaboration or mediation to litigation. Together, we also explore the power of a team-based approach and the role of a divorce coach, specifically how a coach can save you time, money, and energy! With her expertise in collaborative divorce and positive psychology, Andrea offers a fresh, empowering take on navigating divorce without court. You'll also hear: The misconception that all high-conflict divorces must go to court, and what it really takes to stay out of litigation (5:08) Why mediation isn't always the best fit for high-conflict couples and what alternative approaches may work better (8:53) The power of a team approach, including the role of a divorce coach in navigating conflict (11:20) Strategies for keeping children at the center of decisions (32:29) Learn more about Andrea Vacca: Andrea Vacca is the founder of Vacca Family Law Group in Manhattan, a boutique law firm focused on non-adversarial divorce and family law matters including divorce, separation, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. With a background in traditional divorce litigation, Andrea now exclusively helps her clients find amicable divorce solutions outside of court. She is a widely recognized collaborative divorce attorney and mediator, former President of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals, author of the book Divorce Without Court: A More Peaceful Solution, and creator and host of “A Better Divorce” podcast. In addition to her law degree, Andrea holds a Certificate in Positive Psychology and recently became a Certified Positive Psychology Coach. Andrea regularly applies Positive Psychology principles in her work to help her clients navigate divorce, including having a growth mindset, being resilient, and encouraging mindfulness, helping them emerge stronger and more empowered. Resources & Links: Unbreakable – the Divorce Recovery Retreat, Sedona, AZ in April 2025Submit your questions here for possible inclusion in future Q&A podcast episodesFocused Strategy Sessions with Kate  Phoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment Collective Andrea's website, Vacca Family Law GroupGet a free digital copy of Andrea's book, Divorce Without Court: A More Peaceful Solution Andrea on Facebook Andrea on Instagram Andrea on LinkedIn Andrea on YouTube =================== DISCLAIMER:  THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE.  YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM. Episode link: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/episode-313-divorce-without-court-is-it-really-possible-with-andrea-vacca

Family Law Insights From a Real Housewives' Lawyer In today's episode, we're getting into all the legal things around stepfamily life with an award-winning family law expert who has represented many high-profile clients in their divorces, including Ashley Darby of the Real Housewives of Potomac. About Maria: This week, I'm talking to a rockstar and award-winning attorney in the family law area. She is Managing Partner at the Geller Group and specializes in family law, divorce, custody disputes, collaborative divorce, and litigation.  Maria has been continually recognized as Virginia Business' Legal Elite and selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for Virginia and the District of Columbia. She's a frequent speaker and is a member of the Collaborative Professionals of Northern Virginia (CPNV), the D.C. Academy of Collaborative Professionals (DCACP), and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. Maria graduated cum laude from the Honors Program at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and cum laude from the American University Washington College of Law in Washington, D.C. She is active in the DC community and served two years as General Counsel for Crispus Attucks Development Corporation. Our worlds have overlapped along the way, too. Maria was General Counsel for the Taste of the South Charity, which I was involved with for years, and she's a member of the Junior League of Washington, where I served as President.  Along with Maria's zeal for the practice of law, she is an avid runner and yoga practitioner, and loves cooking and spending time with her husband and three sons.  You Can Find Maria: Thegellerlawgroup.com On Instagram Want Your Question Answered On The Podcast? Got a question for me or something you're struggling with in your stepfamily life? Submit a question to be answered on a future podcast episode HERE If you're looking for some help with stepfamily communication, make sure you grab Smooth Talking: 10 Essential Stepmom Scripts - it will give you the exact words to use when you're trying to talk about some of the tricky stepfamily topics that come up on the regular. Are you enjoying The Stepmom Diaries? If so, please consider rating and reviewing the show. It will help me reach more stepmoms just like you so they can get MORE out of stepmom life! It's super easy – all you have to do is click HERE and scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “write a review.” Then just let me know what you like best! And the best part about leaving a review? If you send me a screenshot of your review, I'll send YOU my 20-minute Stepmom Self-Care Blueprint. For FREE. It's normally $49 and it's a great tool to quickly set up a self-care plan you'll actually use. Just head HERE to send me your screenshot and grab your blueprint!

Let us hear from you!This week we conclude the replay of our conversation with Licensed Professional Counselor Jaime Vogt about Extended Forensic Evaluations (EFE). In this episode, Jaime discusses in detail the process she uses to conduct an EFE.Jaime is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Oklahoma. She has conducted over 3,000 forensic interviews of children for frontline investigations. Prior to starting her private practice she began her work with children as a therapist with Family and Children's Services in the Family Sexual Abuse Treatment Program .  She later became the Children's Services Director and Forensic Interviewer for the Child Abuse Network at the Children's Justice Center.Jaime appears regularly as an Expert Witness in Criminal, Juvenile and Civil proceedings regarding Forensic Interviewing and Child Abuse Issues. She has testified for both prosecutors & defense attorneys in criminal proceedings in both district and federal courts . She trains mental health professionals and attorneys in child interviewing and related topics.Ms. Vogt has served on the board for the Oklahoma Association for Collaborative Professionals and is currently a member of the Quality Assurance Panel for the Tulsa County Courts.Thanks for listening!  If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please email us at podcast@coparentacademy.com.

Let us hear from you!This week we continue our end of year replay of some of the interview episodes that aired over the past two years. This episode is Part 1 of a two-part conversation about extended forensic evaluations with Jaime Vogt. Jaime is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Oklahoma. She has conducted over 3,000 forensic interviews of children for frontline investigations. Prior to starting her private practice she began her work with children as a therapist with Family and Children's Services in the Family Sexual Abuse Treatment Program .  She later became the Children's Services Director and Forensic Interviewer for the Child Abuse Network at the Children's Justice Center.Jaime appears regularly as an Expert Witness in Criminal, Juvenile and Civil proceedings regarding Forensic Interviewing and Child Abuse Issues. She has testified for both prosecutors & defense attorneys in criminal proceedings in both district and federal courts . She trains mental health professionals and attorneys in child interviewing and related topics.Ms. Vogt has served on the board for the Oklahoma Association for Collaborative Professionals and is currently a member of the Quality Assurance Panel for the Tulsa County Courts.Thanks for listening!  If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please email us at podcast@coparentacademy.com.

Join Paulette and AJ as they share their tips on how to have a better divorce experience!!  A.J. Grossman graduated from San Jose State University with a degree in business administration and at the top of his Florida law school class. He immediately went on to achieve his Master of Laws degree in Dispute Resolution from The Straus Institute at Pepperdine University Law School in California, which is the #1 ranked Dispute Resolution program in the country. As the son of a Navy Officer and the founder of several businesses, he learned quickly about service to others. A.J.'s goal is to help people solve problems, plain and simple. Being in the right place, doing the right thing, at the right time, for a person (or couple of people) in need, drives A.J. to continue growing his legal practice. He focuses his efforts on providing solutions that protect the interests of those who seek amicable resolutions in their lives. Protecting your rights and providing solid legal counsel through one of life's most difficult and stressful situations. A.J. Grossman III is the only experienced, practicing family law attorney in Florida who holds a Master of Laws degree from the #1-ranked dispute resolution program in the United States, The Straus Institute at Pepperdine School of Law. Mr. Grossman has served on the board of directors for the Collaborative Family Law Group of Central Florida and currently sits on the board of directors for the Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals and the Orange County Bar Association Family Law Committee. He also dedicates a portion of his time to serving on committees dedicated to establishing certification for collaborative professionals and delivering webinar education for legal professionals. When people experience a divorce or other stressful family law matter, it is not uncommon for their lives to be thrown into turmoil. Mr. Grossman's passion is to help people through family law related traumatic/stressful experiences to maximize a settlement or a court decision. He helps his clients to understand their legal rights and the Florida legal process, and negotiate settlements that protect their rights and the rights of their children. Mr. Grossman understands that every client and/or family is unique, and no single approach is the right one for all clients or all families. Therefore, Mr. Grossman has been trained in traditional trial litigation and advocacy, as well as alternative dispute resolution options such as collaborative divorce, mediation, and arbitration. You can find AJ here: https://www.leapfrogdivorce.com/ SIGN UP FOR my Better Divorce Blueprint PROGRAM: https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ WEBSITE - resources for those in need of Certified Divorce Coaching and Private Mediation Services : https://betterdivorceacademy.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA - bit.ly/betterdivorceacademy Buy my book and workbook: Better Divorce Blueprint https://betterdivorceblueprint.com/ RESOURCES - https://betterdivorceacademy.com/reso... AUDIOBOOK FROM AUDIBLE - https://www.audible.com/pd/Better-Div... Are you looking for answers and guidance? BOOK a 30 minute assessment consultation: https://calendly.com/betterdivorceaca... Disclaimer: All statements made in this audio/video are expressions of the opinion of the speaker, and should be regarded as such. The audio/video is made to serve a therapeutic purpose for the speaker or speakers and to assist others in recognizing and dealing with matters in their own lives which they believe may be similar. #divorce #mediation #coaching #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport

Thoughts About This Episode? Text Us NowOur featured guest today, Heather Cary, is a trusted member of the DCA team and is an experienced Divorce and Co-Parenting Coach and Mediator who is dually certified as a DCA® Certified ADR Divorce Coach and a CDC® Certified Divorce Coach. She holds a Masters of Education, is certified as a New Ways For Families Co-Parent Coach, is trained as a Mediator, serves as a Parent Educator in her local area, and is a member of the Oregon Association of Collaborative Professionals.Today, Heather and Debra talk about the benefits of support groups for individuals going through divorce. Specifically we discuss the advantages of a professionally facilitated group like the affordable ones offered at DCA for just $75/month.People often seek information, advice, and support from friends, family, Google or Facebook but because that information is generic, it doesn't always help clients make the best decisions for themselves. The DCA groups are facilitated by certified, professional ADR divorce coaches who are committed to offering both information and personal support in a consistent and safe online environment for topics like:How to stay sane while on the emotional rollercoasterHow to negotiate effectively with your STBX (soon to be ex)How to make hard decisions with confidenceHow to parent your kids through this transitionHow to get organized and preparedHow to save money and understand your optionsHow to make the best use of time with your attorneyListen in to learn how DCA is combining community support and professional divorce coaching for just $75/month and how it can provide amazing benefits for you, your clients, and families.Learn more about DCA® or  any of the classes or events mentioned in this episode at the links below:Group Coaching: www.divorcecoachesacademy.com/groupsWebsite: www.divorcecoachesacademy.comInstagram: @divorcecoachesacademyLinkedIn: divorce-coaches-academyEmail: DCA@divorcecoachesacademy.com Learn more and join the Case Consultation and Mastermind Group on divorcecoachesacademy.com

About Our GuestMs. Brodzki is a founding partner at Brodzki Jacobs. She is Florida Bar Board Certified in Marital and Family Law, and a renowned expert and frequent lecturer on LGBT family law, where she was a pioneer in filing and obtaining the first same-sex divorce in Florida in 2014. She is a member of the Florida Bar, the US District Court for the Southern District of Florida Bar and the United States Supreme Court Bar. Ms. Brodzki is also a certified family law Mediator and trained Collaborative Family Lawyer. Originally from Savannah, Georgia, Ms. Brodzki received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Newcomb College of Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1982 and her Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Miami School of Law, cum laude, in 1985. She has lived in the Coral Springs/Parkland area since 1991 where she has raised her blended family of six children. Ms. Brodzki is a Past President of the Collaborative Family Law Professionals of South Florida, served on the boards of the Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals and of SAVE, Florida's oldest LGBTQ advocacy organization, currently serves on the board of the Broward County Bar Association, and is a member of numerous other professional organizations.     Notable Links: Official website: https://www.bjblawyers.com/nancy-brodzki.htmlFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bjblawyersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjblawyers/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-brodzki-74606217/     **********  "Women Winning Divorce" is a radio show and podcast hosted by Heather Quick: Attorney, Entrepreneur, Author and Founder of Florida Women's Law Group, the only divorce firm for women, by women. Each week Heather sits down with innovative professionals and leaders who are focused on how you can be your best self, before, during or after divorce. In these conversations, we are looking at how women can win at life.  With our guests, we enjoy the opportunity to explore ways all women can win and enhance their life, no matter where they are in their journey, because divorce is just point in life, not the end and not what defines you, rather it can be a catalyst for growth. Come join the conversation on social media, and join our Facebook group, Women Winning Divorce and send comments and suggestions, we want to bring you content that helps move your life forward.Women Winning Divorce Podcast Series https://www.womenwinningdivorce.com/Women Winning Divorce Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/685277376560289Florida Women's Law Grouphttps://www.floridawomenslawgroup.com/Divorce 101 Online Course: https://heather-quick.mykajabi.com/   Thank you for listening. Please share the podcast with your friends and colleagues. Send your questions, comments, and feedback to marketing@4womenlaw.com Women Winning Divorce is supported by Florida Women's Law Group Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not an advertisement for legal services.  The information provided on this podcast is not intended to be legal advice.  You should not rely on what you hear on this podcast as legal advice. If you have a legal issue, please contact a lawyer.  The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are solely those of the individuals and do not represent the views or opinions of the firms or organizations with which they are affiliated or the views or opinions of this podcast's advertisers.  This podcast is available for private, non-commercial use only.  Any editing, reproduction, or redistribution of this podcast for commercial use or monetary gain without the expressed, written consent of the podcast's creator is prohibited.  

In this month's 'Soulful Chats' segment, I am joined by my dear friend and colleague, Psychologist & Co-Parenting Coach, Tiffany Rochester.Tiffany guides separating families towards successful pathways to effective and loving co-parenting, creating an environment where children are able to thrive.It has long been my view that our relationships are one of the most important vehicles for our spiritual evolution, and as such Tiffany's incredibly important and pragmatic work, is also spiritual work that is contributing to a more loving world.You can learn more about Tiffany and her incredible work here:https://coparentingcompanion.au/Free Course: Six Steps to Reduce Co-Parenting Stress - Start Today! | Co-Parenting Companion (coparentingcompanion.au)fb.me/coparentingCompanion/https://www.instagram.com/coparentingcompanion/https://www.linkedin.com/company/co-parenting-companion/Collaborative Practice: AACP - Australian Association of Collaborative Professionals (collaborativeaustralia.com.au)You can also find the book mentioned by Tiffany, here: Today I Noticed by Willow Older - Penguin Books AustraliaBe sure to SHARE this episode to anyone you feel may be interested or benefit from this content.And please don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE to keep up to date with our episodes and give us a RATING below. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️You can now send me your comments or questions, to hello@integratedwisdom.com.au or you can also find me on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/integrated_wisdom/Intro and Outro music: Inspiring Morning by PlaysoundDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be treated as psychological treatment or to replace the need for psychological treatment.

New EasYoga Podcast Episode 163 - Join Gemma in this episode where she talks to special Nanci A. Smith, Esq.Nanci is an attorney licensed to practice in Vermont and New York. She is the chair of the Collaborative Divorce section of the Vermont Bar Association, a leader in her collaborative divorce practice group, and a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She frequently writes and talks about divorce, family law, ethics, and collaborative divorce practices. She believes that a good divorce is possible when you show up for it with humility, compassion, and the correct support. Nanci is the author of Untangling Your Marriage: A Guide to Collaborative Divorce (Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Oct 11, 2022). You can find more out about Nanci here:Learn more at nancismithlaw.com. NANCI PHONE 802-249-7313 (c)NANCI EMAIL nanci@nancismithlaw.comNANCI WEBSITE: https://nancismithlaw.com/SOCIAL MEDIA:https://www.facebook.com/DivorceUntangldhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nanciasmith/https://twitter.com/DivorceUntangldhttps://www.instagram.com/divorceuntangled/Easyoga Podcast was voted #2 of the Best 15 UK Yoga Podcasts by Feedspot in October 2021. Go check it out. https://blog.feedspot.com/uk_yoga_podcasts/Podcast Ad's Affiliate LinksGrab yourself a coupon code to the affiliate links below.Confused Girl LA use code 'Yogigemma' at the checkouthttps://confusedgirlinthecity.com/Zencore Yoga use code 'Yogigemma15' at the checkouthttps://zencoreyoga.com/Tovi Gifts use code 'Yogigemma10' at the checkouthttps://tovigifts.com/Have a great day and as always, let me know your thoughts by leaving a comment below also please make sure to subscribe to this podcast.Did You Know...That You Only Need To Move Your Body For 30 Minutes Per Day 3 Times Per Week To Feel Awesome And Shift That Stressed Weight.Discover The #1 Secret Which Is 100% FREE!https://www.easyoga.co.uk/accessnow100percentfreeHave a great day and as always, let me know your thoughts by leaving a comment below also please make sure to subscribe to this podcast.Connect with Gemma via her website and social platforms:Calendly Link https://calendly.com/gemmahayleyniceWebsite is : https://www.gemmanice.comParadise Movement Website: https://www.paradisemvmnt.com/share/Ly1OUBA_tiXtCizF?utm_source=manualSocial Platforms:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gemmahayleynice/Pintrest – https://www.pinterest.co.uk/GemmaHayleyNice/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3AzNc6oBLzanU-MgZsd-6ATwitter – https://twitter.com/GemmaHayleyNiceLinkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gemmanicerelationshipcoach/EasYoga Podcast - https://link.chtbl.com/BUafvby8Insight Timer Meditation App - https://insighttimer.com/yogigemma

This week, Susan Guthrie welcomes Divorce Professional Donna LaScala to Divorce & Beyond! Donna shares real-life stories of financial abuse and trickery to help you break free from the cycle. You've probably heard the saying, "Knowledge is power." Well, let's talk about another reality: money equals control. In divorce, it's not uncommon to witness one partner using money to control another. With her impressive 30 years of experience in the financial services field, Donna LaScala shares some valuable insights in this episode. She'll guide you on handling your finances during a divorce, spotting signs of financial abuse, and finding a path forward if you are in this difficult situation. Donna E. LaScala, CDFA, RFC, CLTC, is the President of Comprehensive Divorce Solutions LLC. and has been in the financial services profession for over 30 years. Holding professional designations of RFC (Registered Financial Consultant) with IARFC Ethics Approved Status, CDFA (Certified Divorce Financial Analyst), and CLTC (Certified in Long-Term Care), Donna is dedicated to providing a personalized approach to meet each client's needs and individual goals. Topics and Golden Nuggets include: Financial abuse isn't always overt, and it can take many different forms  There may be reasonable explanations for some financial decisions - but if anything raises a red flag - look into it. Don't ignore it. It's not always about the actual money but a way to manipulate and control To move forward and get to the post-divorce life, you need a financial professional by your side **************************************** About this week's special guest: Donna LaScala Donna E. LaScala, CDFA, RFC, CLTC, is the President of Comprehensive Divorce Solutions LLC. and has been in the financial services profession for over 30 years. Holding professional designations of RFC (Registered Financial Consultant) with IARFC Ethics Approved Status, CDFA (Certified Divorce Financial Analyst), and CLTC (Certified in Long-Term Care), Donna is dedicated to providing a personalized approach to meet each client's needs and individual goals. Donna is a member of the New York State Council on Divorce Mediation, the Long Island Collaborative Divorce Professionals (LICDP), the IACP (International Association of Collaborative Professionals), the NADP (National Association of Divorce Professionals) and the ADFP (Association of Divorce Financial Planners). In this capacity as a CDFP, she assists in the valuation of assets during separation and divorce proceedings including retirement accounts, personal accounts and closely held small businesses. She supports her clients in building a roadmap for their post-divorce financial future and helps mediators and attorneys develop and execute equitable distribution of assets with a personalized client-centered approach. Donna is a frequent contributor to The Divorce Hour with Ilyssa Panitz on CRN Radio, serves on the Board of Directors of the Financial Planning Association of LI and is the President of that organization as well as the Chair of the Women in Finance Committee. Donna was recently named as one of 2022's Premier Business Women of Long Island by the Long Island Herald and was featured in the 2021 Who's Who of Women in Financial Services. Reach out to Donna: By email compdivorce@gmail.com By phone 516-2347522 Website: https://comprehensivedivorcesolutions.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-la-scala-rfc%C2%AE-cdfa%C2%AE-b42839120/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063234938770 ***************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:   SOBERLINK Thriving in divorce and beyond means not having to worry about the safety of your children when it comes to co-parenting. With alcohol abuse on the rise, many co-parents are turning to the system committed to providing proof, protection, and peace of mind. Soberlink's alcohol monitoring system is the most convenient, reliable, and reasonable way for a parent to provide evidence that they are not drinking during parenting time. Soberlink's real-time alerts, facial recognition, and tamper detection ensure the integrity of each test, so you can be confident your kids are with a sober parent. With Soberlink, judges rest assured that your child is safe, attorneys get court-admissible evidence of sobriety, and both parents have empowerment and peace of mind.  Pull back the curtain on the mysteries of parenting time and trust The Experts in Remote Alcohol Monitoring Technology™ to keep you informed and your kids safe and secure. To download the addiction and children resource page that I developed with Soberlink, visit www.Soberlink.com/Susan  ________________________ THE DIVORCE COALITION The Divorce Coalition promotes awareness of both domestic violence and domestic violence recovery. We are here to inspire healing and change. We are the voice of many. The Divorce Coalition comprises all your favorite podcasters, bloggers, influencers, and more. We joined together to raise awareness and provide information and resources to fight the epidemic of domestic abuse in our world.  Founded by Beverly Price of Her Empowered Divorce, Kate Anthony of the Divorce Survival Guide, and Susan Guthrie of Divorce & Beyond. We have gathered together our friends and colleagues to amplify our voices to reach as many people as possible. Visit the coalition webpage at www.divorcecoalition.com to find resources, including the many podcast episodes and blog articles that are on the topic from all our members, as well as many other ways to help donate and find assistance. Together, we can make a difference, and we can let domestic violence survivors know that they are not alone. Visit the website at www. DivorceCoalition.com. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @divorcecoalitionpage ________________________ HER EMPOWERED DIVORCE Have you discovered the "Her Empowered Divorce podcast" with Beverly Price yet? 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This week we conclude our conversation with Licensed Professional Counselor Jaime Vogt about Extended Forensic Evaluations (EFE). In this episode, Jaime discusses in detail the process she uses to conduct an EFE.Jaime is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Oklahoma. She has conducted over 3,000 forensic interviews of children for frontline investigations. Prior to starting her private practice she began her work with children as a therapist with Family and Children's Services in the Family Sexual Abuse Treatment Program .  She later became the Children's Services Director and Forensic Interviewer for the Child Abuse Network at the Children's Justice Center.Jaime appears regularly as an Expert Witness in Criminal, Juvenile and Civil proceedings regarding Forensic Interviewing and Child Abuse Issues. She has testified for both prosecutors & defense attorneys in criminal proceedings in both district and federal courts . She trains mental health professionals and attorneys in child interviewing and related topics.Ms. Vogt has served on the board for the Oklahoma Association for Collaborative Professionals and is currently a member of the Quality Assurance Panel for the Tulsa County Courts.Thanks for listening!  If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please email us at podcast@coparentacademy.com.

This week we are thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with Jaime Vogt for the first part in a two-part series on extended forensic evaluations. Jaime is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Oklahoma. She has conducted over 3,000 forensic interviews of children for frontline investigations. Prior to starting her private practice she began her work with children as a therapist with Family and Children's Services in the Family Sexual Abuse Treatment Program .  She later became the Children's Services Director and Forensic Interviewer for the Child Abuse Network at the Children's Justice Center.Jaime appears regularly as an Expert Witness in Criminal, Juvenile and Civil proceedings regarding Forensic Interviewing and Child Abuse Issues. She has testified for both prosecutors & defense attorneys in criminal proceedings in both district and federal courts . She trains mental health professionals and attorneys in child interviewing and related topics.Ms. Vogt has served on the board for the Oklahoma Association for Collaborative Professionals and is currently a member of the Quality Assurance Panel for the Tulsa County Courts.Thanks for listening!  If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please email us at podcast@coparentacademy.com.

Divorce. Is not a word we love to hear. Right?! If you want a divorce. You're not the only one. In the United States, between 35%-50% of first-time marriages end in divorce. Many women have and will face a divorce, which is why when given the opportunity to have my guest, Nanci Smith, Esq on my podcast, I jumped at the chance. Nanci Smith is an attorney licensed to practice in Vermont and New York. She is the chair of the Collaborative Divorce section of the Vermont Bar Association, a leader in her collaborative divorce practice group, and a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She frequently writes and talks about divorce, family law, ethics, and collaborative divorce practices. She believes that a good divorce is possible when you show up for it with humility, compassion, and the correct support. Smith is the author of Untangling Your Marriage: A Guide to Collaborative Divorce which is available now.   In this episode, Nanci and I talk about what it means to have a collaborative divorce, how you can get emotional closure after a divorce, how to take care of yourself during a divorce, and how you can be there for your friends and family who are going through a divorce. Divorce can take a huge toll on your self-esteem and if you want to emerge more confident after one of probably the hardest things you've faced in your life, you want to know what your options are, right? If you're considering a divorce, going through one, or have gone through a divorce, I hope you find this episode helpful. In this episode of the Contagious Confidence Podcast, we talk about:What is a collaborative divorce? Why you should consider a collaborative divorceSigns you should get a divorce The best way to divorce for your kidsHow to take care of yourself during a divorce How to support someone who is going through a divorceEsther PerelTo Break a Promise by David WhyteThe Book of Joy by Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond TutuWhere to Find Nanci:Book: Untangling Your Marriage: A Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Nanci Smith, Esq.Website: https://nancismithlaw.com/ Instagram: @divorceuntangled Stay Connected: Katie's IG: @katieehawkes Podcast's IG: @contagiousconfidencepodcast Email: contagiousconfidencepodcast@gmail.com

Susan Guthrie, Esq. and special guest Josh Kershenbaum, Esq. return for part two of a special two-part episode series on navigating divorce with parents of children with disabilities.  Josh Kershenbaum is one of the nation's top experts in the area of mediation and negotiation for families with children with special needs.  In part one of this two-part series, Susan and Josh discussed the issues families face when they're going through divorce or separation, and have children with disabilities.  In this episode, they'll explore solutions to these issues and work to empower parents as they go through the divorce process.  Josh Kershenbaum, Esq., is a dedicated Peacemaker.  He earned certifications in Negotiation and Mediation at the Harvard Program on Negotiation and trained in Divorce & Family Mediation at the Mosten Guthrie Academy with Forrest (“Woody”) Mosten and Susan Guthrie.  Topics and Golden Nuggets include: Why it is imperative to choose the right divorce process that keeps you and your co-parent in the driver's seat as much as possible. If you're in an adversarial divorce process, it's never too late to re-take control.  “A child-centered divorce is crucial. It is the biggest gift you can give yourself and your child.” The importance of thinking of your divorce as a team process and why you should bring people on your team who have experience working with families who have kids with disabilities Organize your child's documents: IEPs, medical records, records of care, and more.  ****************************** Information about the NEW Mosten Guthrie Academy Training created by Josh Kershenbaum: Navigating Divorce with Parents of Children with Disabilities: A Training for Mediators, Collaborative Professionals, Coaches and Other Divorce Professionals Use Code "DandB50" to receive $50 off the cost of this groundbreaking new training! **************************************** About this week's special guest: Josh Kershenbaum Josh Kershenbaum, Esq., is a dedicated Peacemaker.  He earned certifications in Negotiation and Mediation at the Harvard Program on Negotiation and trained in Divorce & Family Mediation at the Mosten Guthrie Academy with Forrest (“Woody”) Mosten and Susan Guthrie.  Before joining the Law Offices of Jennifer J. Riley as Senior ADR Counsel, Josh earned a national reputation in the field of special education law. He co-founded Pennsylvania's premier, a boutique firm dedicated to representing children with special needs and their families, and later served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Temple University's Beasley School of Law.  Josh brings over 20 years of experience in education and special education law to his peacemaking practice, which focuses on helping parents of people with special needs navigate their divorces through Mediation and Collaborative Practice. He also helps parents, students, and educational institutions resolve conflicts through Mediation.      He earned his JD from Temple University's Beasley School of Law and his BA from Amherst College. Josh's website: http://www.jjrlawfirm.com Connect with Josh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkershenbaum/ Mentioned in this episode: Navigating Divorce with Parents of Children with Disabilities with Josh Kershenbaum, Part 1   Did You Know That it is NEVER Too Late to Mediate Your Divorce? Insights from Leading Attorney and Mediator Claire Samuels International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Academy of Special Needs Planners National Care Advisors The Counsel of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) Audible: Did you know that you can now listen to The Divorce & Beyond podcast on your favorite audiobook platform, Audible?  If you are like me and love your audiobooks along with your podcasts, this is a great time to check out Audible memberships – they have two levels:  Audible Plus and Audible Premium Plus  You can get a free trial of Audible Plus and if you decide to subscribe to Audible Premium Plus you will also get up to two free audiobooks!    Check it out today and it makes a great gift too: Audible Gift Memberships  ********************************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Make Money Mediating Podcast Susan recently launched a new podcast called the Make Money Mediating Podcast!  In this new podcast she shares not only her own tips and insights into building a successful business or businesses, but Susan welcomes some of the top experts in all related fields to share their wisdom to help you build your dream business and achieve success however you define that.  Tune in, listen and let Susan know what you think – you can find the podcast on all your favorite podcast outlets including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, Stitcher, and more. You can also simply visit the website to listen: MakeMoneyMediating.Podbean.com   ********************************************************************* SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE!  https://divorcebeyond.com/Sponsorship-Info ******************************************************************* MEET OUR CREATOR AND HOST: SUSAN GUTHRIE®, ESQ., the creator and host of The Divorce and Beyond® Podcast, is nationally recognized as one of the top family law and divorce mediation attorneys in the country.  Susan is the Vice Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution and is a sought-after keynote speaker, business and practice consultant, coach and trainer. You can find out more about Susan and her services here:  https://neon.page/susanguthrie Internationally renowned as one of the leading experts in online mediation, Susan created her Learn to Mediate Online® program and has trained more than 25,000 professionals in how to transition their practice online.  Susan recently partnered with legal and mediation legend, Forrest "Woody" Mosten to create the Mosten Guthrie Academy which provides gold-standard, fully online training for mediation and collaborative professionals at all stages of their careers.   Follow Susan Guthrie and THE DIVORCE AND BEYOND PODCAST on social media for updates and inside tips and information: Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susaneguthrie/ Susan on Instagram @susanguthrieesq ********************************************************************* We'd really appreciate it if you would give us a 5 Star Rating and tell us what you like about the show in a review - your feedback really matters to us!  You can get in touch with Susan at divorceandbeyondpod@gmail.com.  Don't forget to visit the webpage www.divorceandbeyondpod.com and sign up for the free NEWSLETTER to receive a special welcome video from Susan and more!! ********************************************************************* DISCLAIMER:  THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE.  YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

This week, Susan Guthrie, Esq. is joined by Josh Kershenbaum, Esq. for a special two-part episode series! Together they discuss some of the top issues faced by families in divorce when kids have special needs. Josh Kershenbaum is one of the nation's top experts in the area of mediation and negotiation for families with children with special needs.  This special two-part series will aim to raise awareness about the myriad of different issues that families face when they're going through divorce or separation, and have children with disabilities.  Josh Kershenbaum, Esq., is a dedicated Peacemaker.  He earned certifications in Negotiation and Mediation at the Harvard Program on Negotiation and trained in Divorce & Family Mediation at the Mosten Guthrie Academy with Forrest (“Woody”) Mosten and Susan Guthrie.  Topics and Golden Nuggets include: Josh answers, "Is it true that there is an 80% divorce rate among parents of children with special needs?"  Some of the logistical challenges parents of children with special needs face Those standing at the intersection of divorce and special needs parenting need to know there is a way through. There is hope, the situation is not hopeless.  ****************************** Information about the NEW Mosten Guthrie Academy Training created by Josh Kershenbaum: Navigating Divorce with Parents of Children with Disabilities: A Training for Mediators, Collaborative Professionals, Coaches and Other Divorce Professionals Use Code "DandB50" to receive $50 off the cost of this groundbreaking new training! **************************************** About this week's special guest: Josh Kershenbaum Josh Kershenbaum, Esq., is a dedicated Peacemaker.  He earned certifications in Negotiation and Mediation at the Harvard Program on Negotiation and trained in Divorce & Family Mediation at the Mosten Guthrie Academy with Forrest (“Woody”) Mosten and Susan Guthrie.  Before joining the Law Offices of Jennifer J. Riley as Senior ADR Counsel, Josh earned a national reputation in the field of special education law. He co-founded Pennsylvania's premier, a boutique firm dedicated to representing children with special needs and their families, and later served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Temple University's Beasley School of Law.  Josh brings over 20 years of experience in education and special education law to his peacemaking practice, which focuses on helping parents of people with special needs navigate their divorces through Mediation and Collaborative Practice. He also helps parents, students, and educational institutions resolve conflicts through Mediation.      He earned his JD from Temple University's Beasley School of Law and his BA from Amherst College. Josh's website: http://www.jjrlawfirm.com Connect with Josh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkershenbaum/ Mentioned in this episode: Audible: Did you know that you can now listen to The Divorce & Beyond podcast on your favorite audiobook platform, Audible?  If you are like me and love your audiobooks along with your podcasts, this is a great time to check out Audible memberships – they have two levels:  Audible Plus and Audible Premium Plus  You can get a free trial of Audible Plus and if you decide to subscribe to Audible Premium Plus you will also get up to two free audiobooks!    Check it out today and it makes a great gift too: Audible Gift Memberships  ********************************************************** THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:  SOBERLINK Thriving in divorce and beyond means not having to worry about the safety of your children when it comes to co-parenting. With alcohol abuse on the rise, many co-parents are turning to the system committed to providing proof, protection, and peace of mind. Soberlink's alcohol monitoring system is the most convenient, reliable, and reasonable way for a parent to provide evidence that they are not drinking during parenting time. Soberlink's real-time alerts, facial recognition, and tamper detection ensure the integrity of each test, so you can be confident your kids are with a sober parent. With Soberlink, judges rest assured that your child is safe, attorneys get court-admissible evidence of sobriety, and both parents have empowerment and peace of mind.  Pull back the curtain on the mysteries of parenting time and trust The Experts in Remote Alcohol Monitoring Technology™ to keep you informed and your kids safe and secure. To download the addiction and children resource page that I developed with Soberlink, visit www.Soberlink.com/Susan   ********************************************************************* SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE!  https://divorcebeyond.com/Sponsorship-Info ******************************************************************* MEET OUR CREATOR AND HOST: SUSAN GUTHRIE®, ESQ., the creator and host of The Divorce and Beyond® Podcast, is nationally recognized as one of the top family law and divorce mediation attorneys in the country.  Susan is the Vice Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Dispute Resolution and is a sought-after keynote speaker, business and practice consultant, coach and trainer. You can find out more about Susan and her services here:  https://neon.page/susanguthrie Internationally renowned as one of the leading experts in online mediation, Susan created her Learn to Mediate Online® program and has trained more than 25,000 professionals in how to transition their practice online.  Susan recently partnered with legal and mediation legend, Forrest "Woody" Mosten to create the Mosten Guthrie Academy which provides gold-standard, fully online training for mediation and collaborative professionals at all stages of their careers.   Follow Susan Guthrie and THE DIVORCE AND BEYOND PODCAST on social media for updates and inside tips and information: Susan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susaneguthrie/ Susan on Instagram @susanguthrieesq ********************************************************************* We'd really appreciate it if you would give us a 5 Star Rating and tell us what you like about the show in a review - your feedback really matters to us!  You can get in touch with Susan at divorceandbeyondpod@gmail.com.  Don't forget to visit the webpage www.divorceandbeyondpod.com and sign up for the free NEWSLETTER to receive a special welcome video from Susan and more!! ********************************************************************* DISCLAIMER:  THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE.  YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

— Your psycho-spiritual-emotional health is crucial to a successful divorce. Collaborative divorce is available, both as a legal and a mindset process. Would you like an amicable divorce? Would your spouse be interested in an amicable divorce? Can you resist pressure from friends and family to handle divorce in a confrontational manner and stand up to their pressure? Is it important to you to maintain a functional relationship with your former spouse in the future? Considering collaborative divorce could be a good bet if you're looking for a legal, respectful, and practical divorce process. Making sense of your life during divorce is possible through collaborative divorce, an out-of-court dispute resolution model. Valeria interviews Nanci A. Smith, Esq — the author of “Untangling Your Marriage: A Guide to Collaborative Divorce.”  - (co-LA-borative) Nanci is an attorney licensed to practice in Vermont and New York. She is the chair of the Collaborative Divorce section of the Vermont Bar Association, a leader in her collaborative divorce practice group, and a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She frequently writes and talks about divorce, family law, ethics, and collaborative divorce practices. She believes that a good divorce is possible when you show up for it with humility, compassion, and the correct support. To learn more about Nanci A. Smith and her work, please visit: nancismithlaw.com         — This podcast is a quest for well-being, a quest for a meaningful life through the exploration of fundamental truths, enlightening ideas, insights on physical, mental, and spiritual health. The inspiration is Love. The aspiration is to awaken new ways of thinking that can lead us to a new way of being, being well. 

GUEST WEBSITE: https://nancismithlaw.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/DivorceUntangld https://www.linkedin.com/in/nanciasmith/ https://twitter.com/DivorceUntangld 4 https://www.instagram.com/divorceuntangled/ Hashtags: #peacefuldivorce; #divorcebetter; #collaborativedivorce Nanci A. Smith, Esq., an attorney licensed to practice in Vermont and New York. She is the chair of the Collaborative Divorce section of the Vermont Bar Association, a leader in her collaborative divorce practice group, and a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She frequently writes and talks about divorce, family law, ethics, and collaborative divorce practices. She believes that a good divorce is possible when you show up for it with humility, compassion, and the correct support. Smith is the author of Untangling Your Marriage: A Guide to Collaborative Divorce (Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Oct 11, 2022). Learn more at nancismithlaw.com. Segment Idea / So You Think You Want a Divorce I am contacting you about a segment idea around how to reframe divorce from a shame and blame game to a collaborative resolution model. The Big Story: Do you want an amicable divorce? Do you think your spouse would want an amicable divorce? Are you willing to ask for a different type of divorce process and stand up to pressure from friends and family about how you should handle divorce in an adversarial way? Is having a future, functioning relationship with your former spouse important to you? If so, consider collaborative divorce, a relatively new process that is fully legal, radically supportive, and downright practical. It is practiced in every state in the United States and throughout the world in Canada, Australia, Italy, England, and Israel, among other countries. The So What: Collaborative divorce, an out-of-court dispute resolution model, is a way to make meaning of your life during your divorce. You may not know anyone who has done this before, but the times are changing, and you can exert more control over your divorce process than you may realize. Key Points: Collaborative divorce is both a legal process and a mind-set, where your psycho-spiritual-emotional health is the key to a successful outcome. Family practice lawyer Nanci Smith, Esq., is experienced in the ins and outs of divorce from all sides. She can discuss: The 4 ways to get divorced The difference between a litigious divorce lawyer and a collaborative divorce lawyer Deciding if you are a good candidate for collaborative divorce Building a collaborative divorce team Pros and cons of acting as your own lawyer How to achieve emotional closure Creating a life after divorce The Collaborative Divorce Process in 5 stages The Source: Nanci A. Smith, Esq., is an attorney licensed to practice in Vermont and New York. She is the chair of the Collaborative Divorce section of the Vermont Bar Association, a leader in her collaborative divorce practice group, and a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She frequently writes and talks about divorce, family law, ethics, and collaborative divorce practices. She believes that a good divorce is possible when you show up for it with humility, compassion, and the correct support. Smith is the author of Untangling Your Marriage: A Guide to Collaborative Divorce (Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Oct 11, 2022). Learn more at nancismithlaw.com. SAMPLE QUESTIONS: Why does Collaborative Divorce seem like such a contradiction? Who makes sure my needs are met in a CollaborativeDivorce? Is it really possible to get divorced without ever stepping foot in a courtroom? If I'm thinking about splitting up,who should I call first? How can I make my divorce easier on my kids? How can you support friends or family members through their divorce? What's the best way to take care of yourself during a divorce?

Today on the show we're talking divorce. In the first half of the show I talk about my "divorce" and then share a bit of my experience as a divorce attorney and some general thoughts on divorce and separation. Did you know that 40-50% of all marriages end in divorce? Then in the second half of the show I am joined by Nanci A. Smith, Esq., an attorney licensed to practice in Vermont and New York. She is the chair of the Collaborative Divorce section of the Vermont Bar Association, a leader in her collaborative divorce practice group, and a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She frequently writes and talks about divorce, family law, ethics, and collaborative divorce practices. She believes that a good divorce is possible when you show up for it with humility, compassion, and the correct support. Smith is the author of Untangling Your Marriage: A Guide to Collaborative Divorce (Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Oct 11, 2022). Learn more at nancismithlaw.com.Today Nancy explains what Collaborative Divorce is, the ways of getting divorced, the things to consider when choosing how to get divorced, how to help kids through a divorce and how to take care of yourself and rebuild after a divorce. NOTE: There was a glitch at some point during the recording of the show where 20 seconds was not picked up so there will be a less than seamless explanation when Nanci is taking about the ways of getting divorced. Apologies!I shared from this article Why it's so hard to leave when things aren't working from the Elephant Journal, and the stats that I shared came from these websites. I also played a few of the songs that got me through my big separation. Those and more can be found at this playlist. https://legaljobs.io/blog/divorce-rate-in-america/https://www.itsovereasy.com/insights/causes-of-divorcehttps://memphisdivorce.com/tennessee-divorce-law/divorce-rates-statistics-and-trends-for-2022/https://www.wf-lawyers.com/divorce-statistics-and-facts/Today's bonus conversation with Warren is about loving yourself and seeing the signs when you're not.Today's show was engineered by Ian Seda from Radiokingston.org.Our show music is from Shana Falana!Feel free to email me, say hello: she@iwantwhatshehas.org** Please: SUBSCRIBE to the pod and leave a REVIEW wherever you are listening, it helps other users FIND IThttp://iwantwhatshehas.org/podcastITUNES | SPOTIFY | STITCHERITUNES: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/i-want-what-she-has/id1451648361?mt=2SPOTIFY:https://open.spotify.com/show/77pmJwS2q9vTywz7Uhiyff?si=G2eYCjLjT3KltgdfA6XXCASTITCHER: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/she-wants/i-want-what-she-has?refid=stpr'Follow:INSTAGRAM * https://www.instagram.com/iwantwhatshehaspodcast/FACEBOOK * https://www.facebook.com/iwantwhatshehaspodcastTWITTER * https://twitter.com/wantwhatshehas

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach, Lawyer, Author and Speaker who is committed to helping people make the best, most effective choices during one of life's most turbulent times. She is the author of When Happily Ever After Ends: How to Survive Your Divorce Emotionally, Financially, and Legally. Karen is also a former adjunct law professor, former Chief of the Civil Actions Bureau for the Cook County State's Attorney's Office, and former trial lawyer at Querrey & Harrow. Karen graduated from Western Michigan University and the University of Notre Dame Law School. She is a member of numerous bar and professional associations, including the American Bar Association, the Association of Family and Conciliatory Courts, EPWNG, WESOS and NAWBO. She has also been a member of the Chicago Bar Association, The Illinois State Bar Association, The Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois, and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. Karen is a popular speaker and has been featured on the Channel 7 News, WCIU You and Me This Morning, and on numerous radio shows and podcasts. Listen to this informative The Confident Retirement episode with Karen Covy about divorce done right. Here is what to expect on this week's show: ●     How a divorce coach is different than utilizing an attorney. ●     Coaching is about 3 things… ●     Common fears working with a divorce coach. ●     How does Karen help people make better decisions? ●     How to decide whether you want to divorce or not. ●     Karen's biggest opportunity in her business.   Connect with Karen: https://karencovy.com/divorce-blog/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you aren't sure what type of divorce is right for you, then we are going to help you figure it out! Monday, July 27 at 7pm EST we have three amazing exEXPERTS: Susan Guthrie divorce attorney and host of Divorce and Beyond podcast, Andrea Vacca, divorce attorney and former president of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals, and Billie Tarascio, divorce attorney and host of the Modern Divorce podcast, and they are going to discuss mediation, collaborative divorce and litigation, and how to know which path you should choose. Tickets are available now and special pricing ends Wed June 22, so grab yours now! https://www.airmeet.com/e/3824cd40-e73d-11ec-a07f-fd38cdc3c00c

Family Law Attorney, author and speaker Ashley-Nicole Russell is our guest today! Ashley-Nicole and Rhonda do a deep dive on collaborative divorce - what it is, and how it compares to other available options. This is a raw and  honest look into a broken system and why choosing collaboration might be the right answer for you.   If you're contemplating divorce, do not miss this conversation! About today's guest:   Ashley-Nicole Russell, Esq. is an award-winning family law attorney, author, and speaker who is changing the way divorce is perceived around the world. She is widely-known as a dedicated, passionate, and trustworthy attorney with integrity. She is committed to protecting her clients while understanding the needs of their families. As a child of divorce and divorcee, she brings a unique, relatable, and personal understanding to AN|R Law Offices and the communities it serves. As the first collaborative law firm in eastern North Carolina, AN|R Law has office locations in Greenville, Raleigh, Beaufort, and Wilmington.   When her parents divorced, she faced years of hardship and adversity due to the impact of traditional litigation and the lack of shared parenting laws. This experience inspired her to pursue law and find a better way for families to divorce.   Ashley-Nicole graduated Magna Cum Laude from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. She went on to attend North Carolina Central University School of Law where she graduated Magna Cum Laude and earned a Juris Doctor and a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Dispute Resolution Institute. Ashley-Nicole trained and obtained membership with the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals and co-founded the North Carolina Collaborative Attorney Network. With more than a decade of experience in collaborative law, Ashley-Nicole knows first-hand how this model benefits families during separation and divorce. This method, which Ashley-Nicole used in her own divorce, allows the couple to move forward peacefully with understanding and respect. She is the author of The Cure for Divorce Culture and the host of the Divorce, Healthy! podcast. She is an advisor for co-parenting app Fayr and is a  member of the national board of directors for the National Parents Organization. She also serves as the Vice President for the Carteret County Bar Association.   As an expert in divorce culture, Ashley-Nicole has appeared on various multi-media platforms to discuss collaborative law, conflict resolution in the workplace, and the future of divorce in America. Ashley-Nicole has been featured in Forbes, The Washington Post, and ABC, NBC, and CBS news affiliates. She actively shares her mission nationwide by speaking at events, conferences, and trainings focused on family law, human resources, and mediation. She is committed to sharing information to help families navigate the emotional and legal aspects of separation and divorce.   With wide-ranging experience in the legal industry throughout North Carolina, she co-founded and co-owns two additional law firms with varying specialties. McLawhorn & Russell, PLLC, with locations in Raleigh, Greenville, and Beaufort focuses in employment law, social security disability law, family law, and civil litigation. Michael & Russell, PLLC, headquartered in Wilmington, focuses on adoption law and collaborative family law.   Connect with Ashley-Nicole:   Website   Facebook   Instagram   LinkedIn   Divorce Healthy Podcast Your host is Rhonda Noordyk, CFEI, CDFA®, CEO of The Women's Financial Wellness Center   Rhonda has dedicated her career to being an advocate for women and educating them on how financial strategies can impact their personal and professional success. Her work has shown women going through a divorce how to have a voice, be assertive, get results, be driven, and move forward with confidence.    For Rhonda and her company, the Women's Financial Wellness Center, helping women isn't just about running the numbers. It's about asking the right questions, demystifying myths and biases around finances, and helping women walk in their power. Rhonda is passionate about helping her clients navigate a broken system and level the playing field so they can achieve success—pre, during, and post-divorce.    Click HERE for a 30 minute Discovery Call!

Alla Roytberg is a Founding Partner at Roytberg Traum Law and Mediation P.C. She is also a collaborative attorney and mediator member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. Alla has 25 years of experience in mediation and litigation, and specializes in legal and mediation services for families and small businesses, international and cross-cultural issues, divorce, residential real estate, wills and estate. She joins Stacy Francis to talk about finding the right divorce professional for you. Some of the better ways to find the right professional for you are to reach out to your local bar association, people you know who have gone through the divorce process, and trusted professionals in your life such as your psychotherapist. The recent rise of public interest in mediation can be credited to the current pandemic, due to courts being closed and access to the divorce process being obstructed. For many individuals, mediation was something that worked for them, especially since it doesn't require the court system. For clients who live in different parts of the world, the divorce process can be difficult because of different laws and jurisdictions. It's important to have somebody who can flag the issues and connect with the appropriate lawyers so that any agreement generated is actually enforceable and workable. Some questions you should ask when interviewing a divorce professional are: What is your experience? What is your background? How many cases have you worked on? How many cases have gone to court? Would you go to court if needed? If so, what would that look like? Resources Alla Roytberg on LinkedIn | Twitter Stacy Francis on LinkedIn | Twitter Email: stacy@francisfinancial.com FrancisFinancial.com Reach out to receive a complimentary consultation! Contact Francis Financial at +212-374-9008 or visit Francis Financial today!

There are two ways to get a divorce - settlement or trial. But, getting to settlement or trial may look different depending on the path you take. In this episode, Kimberly chats with her girlfriend guest, lawyer and law professor, Stephanie Tang. Stephanie helps us understand: The paths to resolution – litigation, mediation, collaboration The best path for your divorce, The reality of trial, and What her girlfriends know about getting divorced! Episode Girlfriend Guest: Stephanie Tang, Esq. is a divorce attorney and law professor in Chicago, IL.  Stephanie  helps individuals going through divorce get to a better place in their lives and feel prepared for their futures following a time of uncertainty. She strives to provide personalized attention to all of her clients and walk them through each step of the litigation or settlement process. As a certified mediator, Associate with the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois, and member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, Stephanie is able to offer clients an alternative to resolve their divorce outside of the courtroom. Please be sure to follow @growngirldivorce on Instagram for more information and support for yourself and your girlfriends. Please subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss any new episodes!  You're Grown! You Got This!

This week on Maximum Mom your host Elise Buie joined Kristin Little, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Collaborative Divorce Child Specialist and has provided therapy for children and families for 20 plus years. She is the contributing author of "The Coparenting Handbook" with Collaborative Divorce Coach Karen Bonnell and the Author of “No More Us; Navigating a Divorce or Separation You Didn't Want”. She is also an active member and certified trainer for the International Association of Collaborative Professionals and serves as a board member of King County Collaborative Law. Her work as a Child Specialist, emphasizes the benefits of supporting parents in creating child-centered solutions in divorce and post divorce co-parenting support to create safe, positive, and resilient two-home families. In addition to her work in divorce, Kristin maintains a private psychotherapy practice in Seattle.Watch the interview here.Subscribe to Maximum Mom on your favorite podcast player so you never miss an episode!

In this episode, Susan Guthrie speaks with Therapists, Carol Hughes and Bruce Fredenburg, authors of "Home Will Never Be the Same Again: A Guide for Adult Children of Gray Divorce," about the effects of parental divorce on adult children, and how the negative repurcussions can be minimized. It is no secret that gray divorce is on the rise world-wide.  In fact, divorce among those who have been married for 30 years or more or who are divorcing later in life, is one of the largest segments of those who are divorcing today.  Much has been written about the unique difficulties faced by those who divorce close to or during retirement and after long-term marriages, but there is a forgotten segment of people who are deeply impacted by the divorce - the adult children whose parents are going through a gray divorce. Carol Hughes and Bruce Fredenburg, both family therapists, collaborative professionals and mediators, have done a deep dive into this topic with years of personal experience with patients and families as well as a great deal of research which they have distilled into a ground-breaking new book, "Home Will Never Be the Same Again: A Guide for Adult Children of Gray Divorce."  It is easy to believe that children who are adults, perhaps with families of their own, will have little to no impact when their parents divorce but the reverse is actually true.  Carol and Bruce provide guidance for parents, children and even therapists in their book and this episode provides insights and tips into this growing paradigm! To enter to win one of 5 FREE Audible copies of the book, please send an email to Carol Hughes at drcarolhughes@me.com and mention "Divorce & Beyond!" More Information About This Week's Special Guests:  Dr. Carol Hughes holds her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, achieving both summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa honors. She is also a two-time Fulbright Scholar. Board certified hypnotherapist, and EMDR therapist. A California licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and family-focused divorce professional, she works with children, adolescents, and adults in her private practice in Laguna Hills, California. As a therapist, co-parenting and child specialist, divorce coach, and mediator, she has assisted hundreds of families experiencing separation and divorce.  In 2003, Carol was a co-founder of Collaborative Divorce Solutions of Orange County. In 2011, Collaborative Practice California honored Carol with the Eureka Award that recognizes those who have made significant contributions and demonstrated an abiding dedication to establishing and sustaining Collaborative Practice in California.   Carol is the co-author of Home Will Never Be the Same Again: A Guide for Adult Children of Gray Divorce, published by Rowman and Littlefield Publishing Company. Carol's Websites: https://www.divorcepeacemaking.com/ https://www.drcarolhughes.com/   Bruce R. Fredenburg, M.S., LMFT, Co-author of Home Will Never Be the Same Again: A Guide for Adult Children of Gray Divorce helps families solve painful problems that they are struggling with and have not been able to solve on their own. He is a California-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist board certified in clinical hypnosis. He created and taught parenting classes for adoptive and foster parents. Trained and experienced in chronic pain management, trauma, addictions, mediation, and collaborative divorce, Bruce helps families as a therapist, divorce coach, child and co-parenting specialist, and mediator in his practice in Laguna Hills, California.  Bruce creates and presents training programs for corporations, government agencies, schools, and professional.  Author of  Audio Learning Self-Help Programs Anxiety Solution, Sleep Solution, Take the Pain Out of Change and Men and Women: How to Understand Each Other.  Bruce has presented multiple times at California's annual statewide conference for collaborative professionals, and to the International Association of Collaborative Professionals annual Forum. In 2018 Bruce was chosen by Collaborative Practice California to receive the Eureka Award which recognizes and honors "those who have made significant contributions and demonstrated an abiding dedication to establishing and sustaining Collaborative Practice in California.”  Bruce's Websites: https://www.orangecountydivorcecoach.com/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/bruce-r-fredenburg-laguna-hills-ca/803083 Social Media Handles  @graydivorce - Instagram ********************************************************************** MEET OUR CREATOR AND HOST! 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Anyone out there considering a divorce (or who knows someone who is) needs to listen to this episode with Alexandria, VA local family law attorney, Donne Colton. In this episode, Donne walks The Two Jess(es) through the intricacies of working through the, often times, devastating experience of divorce, and offers another alternative: an opportunity for collaboration. For those who are at the crossroads of whether to stay, or go, there are so many fears, questions and feelings to sift through. Donne explains how a team of professionals, those trained in mediation, financial literacy and mental health can enable a couple an alternative to litigation, potentially providing a softer landing for the rock bottom experience of divorce.Donne brings his heart and soul to his practice and handles his clients with the dignity and care they deserve. He believes in the transformational work he offers to his clients, and after listening to this episode, you might too.Meet Donne!Donne Colton has been in private practice from 1986-present. He was an instructor for the Virginia Judicial System at the Key Bridge Therapy and Mediation Center, 1996-1997. Formerly certified as a Family Mediator by the Supreme Court of Virginia, he is a member of the following collaborative professional organizations:Collaborative Professionals of Northern Virginia (CPNV) ;Virginia Collaborative Professionals(VaCP) ;International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP).To find out more about Donne and his work: http://www.lawdmc.com/profiles.htmlSupport the show (http://www.paypal.com)

Eric S. Steiner has helped business and consumer clients throughout Maryland discharge millions of dollars of debt. His practice focuses on representing those in financial distress – as both debtors and debtors-in-possession – in pre-bankruptcy and bankruptcy planning, transactions with bankruptcy estates, bankruptcy litigation and bankruptcy fraud, automatic stay and discharge injunction violations. He also advises clients on commercial loan and lease workouts and Article 9 litigation, as well as financing, insurance and contract disputes. Mr. Steiner takes pride in counseling clients with compassion, empathy and understanding, while acting as a zealous advocate for them during times of difficulty. A sought-after speaker and writer, he regularly educates audiences on all facets of bankruptcy – presenting to such audiences as the Maryland Society of Accounting & Tax Professionals, Exit Planning Exchange, the Maryland Association for Justice, the Maryland LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce and the Collaborative Professionals of Baltimore. In his spare time, Mr. Steiner plays piano in a local wedding band and enjoys skiing, traveling and spending time with family and friends.  Listen to this informative Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth podcast episode with Eric Steiner about filing for bankruptcy. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: ●    Why using effective communication with clients is so important. ●    How bankruptcy doesn’t have to be the last resort people turn to. ●    Why bankruptcy is more reputable than credit repair or debt consolidation. ●    How child support and alimony cannot be discharged with bankruptcy. ●    Why people shouldn’t risk filing for bankruptcy by themselves. Connect with Eric: Links Mentioned: steinerlawgroup.com Guest Contact Info: Twitter @LawSteiner Facebook facebook.com/SteinerLawGroupLLC LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/Steiner-law-group Connect with Gary: Website sbadvisors.cc/ Facebook facebook.com/SmallBusinessAdvisors LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/gary-d-heldt-jr-388a051/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are joined by Eva Sachs, B. Comm., CFP®, CDFATM, CFDS, a Divorce Financial Analyst and she is speaking to us about how to get more out of your finances during a divorce.Divorce, or separation, can be a very emotional time for everyone involved and our finances are a BIG part of that stressor. Eva is often met with clients who are surprised by their financial situations and are anxious about what to do next and what to expect.However she has a number of recommendations that you can follow during this time that don't involve lawyers or HUGE shifts - her careful navigation of this situation makes it much easier to go from "I don't know what to do", to "I have all of the information I need to make a clear decision."In this episode:0:00 welcome1:52 when to reach out for help2:51 the economics of divorce4:11 fear and guilt with finances4:55 financial foundations vs investment knowledge6:00 division of responsibility6:55 financial shift with women high-incomes9:15 support payments now go both ways10:46 who do you call first - lawyer or financial specialist13:27 should your spouse be involved14:30 your Financial Forecast16:57 how to set yourself up for success18:31 communication, communication, communication19:01 Grey Divorce21:36 self-reflection25:20 Lifestyle AnalysisAbout Eva:Eva Sachs is a Certified Financial Planner and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst. With over 15 years experience, she is a trusted resource dealing with the financial issues related to divorce. Eva works with clients whether they are in traditional negotiations, mediation or collaborative practice, providing financial support to clients and their lawyers from the information gathering stage to preparing projections based on settlement options. She is retained as the financial neutral for couples or a financial advocate for either client.She is the founder of Eva Sachs Consulting, a fee-based divorce consulting practice. She is a member of Collaborative Practice Toronto and International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She is part of “The Mediation Team”, an online team mediation group. She is the co-author of the book ‘When Harry Left Sally – Finding your way through Grey Divorce'.You can find Eva here:

What if I told you the divorce process didn't have to be ugly? That it wouldn't have to involve a long, drawn-out court battle full of contention and toxicity? That's the beauty of collaborative law, and why I interviewed Greenville, North Carolina's FIRST practicing collaborative law attorney, Ashley-Nicole Russell, P.A.. Did I mention that she is only 34 and was already named one of the 10 best female attorneys in client satisfaction by The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys? Yea, she's something special and I am so excited for you to learn from her. Ashley-Nicole is dedicated to understanding her client’s needs and protecting their interests. As a child of divorce, she knows first hand the hardship and long-term effects of the traditional litigation model. She is committed to the Collaborative Divorce process outlined in the North Carolina General Statutes as a healthier alternative to litigation. Ashley-Nicole used the Collaborative Process in her own divorce, and she knows the success of the process first hand to preserve relationships and set the tone for a life of peace after divorce. She opened The Law Offices of Ashley-Nicole Russell, P.A. to help families navigate the emotional and legal aspects of separation and divorce in the Triangle and Eastern North Carolina. Ashley-Nicole Russell is the first practicing Collaborative Attorney in Greenville, NC. She graduated from Appalachian State University, Magna Cum Laude, with a BS in Political Science and a BSCJ in Criminal Justice. She went on to graduate Magna Cum Laude from North Carolina Central University School of Law. There she obtained her Juris Doctor and a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from the Dispute Resolution Institute. Ashley-Nicole received training in Wilmington, NC with the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals and is now a member of IACP. Learn more about Ashley-Nicole, here!

Tamsin meets Alisa Peskin-Shepherd, a collaborative attorney based in the US, to discuss collaborative divorce and how things have moved on from where they began. She has some great advice for those who are newly separated and may help you to consider collaborative law as an option for your divorce.Director of Financial Planning and Chartered Financial Planner Tamsin Caine has a strong background of over 15 years within the financial services profession. She began Smart Divorce following her own experience with divorce; she now advises people in the same situation as she once was, enabling them to take back control of their life and finances. Smart Divorce website is www.smartdivorce.co.uk. If you need any help with sorting your finances out during your divorce, please drop Tamsin an email to tamsin@smartdivorce.co.uk.An approved Michigan mediator and Collaborative Divorce professional, Alisa Peskin-Shepherd has more than 30 years of experience practicing law in the state of Michigan, in Oakland County, Wayne County and Macomb County. She is specially trained as a family law expert, divorce lawyer and custody mediator as well as a Collaborative Divorce lawyer. Her website is www.transitionslegal.com or directly to the Collaborative page: https://www.transitionslegal.com/collaborative-divorce/ The International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, or IACP: www.collaborativepractice.comFor anyone interested in becoming trained in the Collaborative Divorce process a link to online basic training that is now going on and/or the online Forum that is more geared for people who want to grow their skills and practice: Online training info (9/17) -  https://www.collaborativepractice.com/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=94Forum - https://www.collaborativepractice.com/iacp-forum Support the show (http://www.smartdivorce.co.uk)

SUMMARY Portia Scott Esq. is the President of the Treasure Coast Collaborative Law Group. Portia will answer the who, what, why, how, and where questions about divorce and collaborative Law. It may be an easier, faster, cheaper way to manage your divorce. She will also discuss how long and how much the cost will be compared to if you don't use collaborative law. ------------------------------ HIGHLIGHTS [00:54] Susan introduces Portia Scott and her career path to collaborative law. [06:00] Portia describes the collaborative law process in detail. [24:44] Portia lists all the pros of being collaborative certified lawyer and how beneficial it is to have a lawyer that is collaborative certified. [32:14] Portia talks about how long it takes to go through a divorce when using the collaborative method. [38:51] Portia shares why she believes collaborative law is so important. [43:18] Portia compares regular and collaborative lawyers and shows why one is better than the other. [51:19] How can you get a collaborative lawyer and start the process? ------------------------------ QUOTES 5:28 “One of my passions is the elder law practice, and so I deal with old people all the time and I love old people. They have the best stories!” 8:26 “Why would I give up my skills, knowing what the rules of evidence are, knowing what is objectionable or what is not, you know, that's my, that's my theater. I'm in the courtroom. All eyes are on me. I can grab the attention anytime I want by standing up and saying Objection!” 24:30 “I want to mock the work. It's not healthy. It's not correct. It's not the way that we as adults and lawyers should be helping people through the divorce process.” 40:51 “I do think eventually everybody's going to be collaborative. I think everyone is going to recognize that this is essential to maintaining our civilization on a generational basis.” 51:42 “Google collaborative law and read at least three or four articles on it, because there are different approaches, but they all are going towards the same thing. So do your homework and research what it is, there are resources available.” ------------------------------ RESOURCES Portia Scott: (772)-287-0096 Treasure Coast Collaborative Law Group: https://www.tcclg.com/ Martin County Bar Association: https://www.martincountybar.org/ Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals: https://www.collaborativepracticeflorida.com/ https://www.thechesnuttlawfirm.com/ https://www.thechesnuttlawfirm.com/collaborative-process/ https://www.thechesnuttlawfirm.com/family-law-processes/

Katherine is the founder of Miller Law. Katherine Eisold Miller is a Collaborative Lawyer and mediator with more than 30 years' experience. She is the founder of The Miller Law Group, a director and trainer at the Center for Understanding in Conflict and also teaches mediation at the Ackerman Institute. Katherine is a past president of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals. Katherine hosts the radio show and podcast Dialogue on Divorce on WVOX radio and iTunes. Katherine is co-author of the #1 Amazon bestseller A Cup of Coffee with 10 of the Top Divorce Attorneys in the United States and author of the New Yorker's Guide to Collaborative Divorce.

Sue Cochrane served as a judge on the Family Court Bench in Minneapolis, Minnesota for 18 years since her appointment in 1994.  She pioneered a new model on her family court cases which transformed the structure and practice of Family Court into a holistic, empowering, client-centered model. She retired by necessity at age 57 when diagnosed with terminal breast cancer. Despite a diagnosis of an inoperable brain tumor, Sue accepted an invitation to co-chair an international symposium supported by The Fetzer Institute. She helped lead fifty leaders from around the world to collaborate and discover innovative ways to incorporate love, forgiveness and compassion into the contentious divorce process, both in and out of the courts. After the symposium, her article entitled ”Five Ways to put a Heart into the Body of Law” was published in the Journal of International Association of Collaborative Professionals. Sue had a wide-ranging career as a trial attorney in private practice and legal services before her appointment to the family court in Minneapolis. She was the community-based attorney for the Native American Indian Center in Saint Paul, representing clients with cases involving the Indian Child Welfare Act, disability rights and housing law.  Growing up, Sue experienced firsthand many of the same challenges her clients faced: poverty, violence, addiction, divorce and sexual abuse. She grew up in a home filled with violence, alcoholism and poverty and was supported by her maternal grandparents. She found peace at her grandparents’ home by saying the rosary, attending Mass every morning, swinging in the grape arbor, and watching her grandmother cook. Her grandmother’s unconditional love healed Sue. Sue was twenty years old when her grandparents passed away. Having lost her source and comfort, she turned during this time to alcoholism to block out the pain. A special song helped her get to sobriety, she later told National Public Radio (NPR). Sue was later exposed to Kintsugi, which touched Sue’s life immensely and has allowed her to embrace the early part of her life that has caused her much suffering and pain. Kintsugi or Kintsukuori, means “golden joinery” and it is a part of the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi that embraces imperfections.  Kintsugi artisans use gold and other precious metals to fix damaged pottery. Symbolically, Kintsugi encourages embracing the imperfection as a precious part of the pottery’s history, rather than discarding it and getting a new one. Embracing Kintsugi, Sue realized that she just wanted to be whole again, rather than wishing to be a different person with a different history. Sue’s childhood experiences inspired her to use her law degree and the court to bring compassion, dignity and empowerment to families who suffered in the legal systems. Sue has envisioned a legal system that puts people’s needs first, where each person’s “life” is not simply transmuted into a case “file”.  Having felt initially drawn to a career in art rather than law, a quote by Thich Nhat Hanh – “The practice of peace and reconciliation is one of the most vital and artistic of human actions” – helped Sue to see that her work as a lawyer and in the judiciary combines her passion for the law and art. This quote reminds Sue that she is doing the very thing she wanted to, just with a different heuristic, because bringing peace and reconciliation to conflict is a form of art. Sue was initially diagnosed with breast cancer over fifteen years ago. As she faced her first cancer diagnosis, while balancing a parenting role to three young boys and her judicial career, she reached out to  Common Ground  to learn mindfulness -- and eventually even gave a dharma talk there in 2016. Five years ago, her cancer metastasized to her bones and brain to a stage four, terminal illness. “Since then, I have not heard her utter a word of self-pity,” says her brother. “She also has not slowed down one bit. She’s taken her sons on a number of trips. She’s organized and spoken at a conference on the topic of “Love and the Law” — an unlikely concept to you and me, but not to Sue. She’s continued to cook and quilt. She’s maintained her meditation practice.” Despite cancer’s return, Sue “founded a community-justice initiative and went into Minneapolis neighborhoods that scared even her bailiff. She sat down with people there, without a robe, across a table in a community center, and listened to their problems, then helped them figure out what they needed to do to get their driver’s license back.” Sue has been able to live eight years since the terminal diagnosis— well beyond the norm. She has faced ten brain tumors, two craniotomies, a malignant pituitary tumor, and targeted experimental drugs. In these past eight years she has written a blog entitled “The Movement of Healing” and a memoir. Her younger brother Mick, a poet, novelist and English chair, published his "Last Lecture" on Daily Good which honored her life. The cancer has now progressed to her liver, requiring chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Sue is deeply grateful for having brought forth her passion and visions for bringing love and compassion into the courts. She is also grateful she has been present to see her three sons through their young teen years into college. Her husband, whom she met in law school forty years ago, is a kind and steady presence in their lives. Join us in conversation with this remarkable human being, jurist, and compassionate leader!

Discover what Collaborative Divorce is and why it is such a powerful option for anyone. 95% of divorces settle before going to court and so why not settle with a positive, respectful outcome? Katherine Miller shares with Mike Domitrz all about this form of divorce.   * You are invited to join our community and conversations about each episode on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/MutuallyAmazingPodcast and join us on Twitter @CenterRespect or visit our website at http://www.MutuallyAmazingPodcast.com**     Katherine’s BIO:  Katherine Eisold Miller is a Collaborative Lawyer and mediator with more than 30 years’ experience.  She is the founder of The Miller Law Group, a director and trainer at the Center for Understanding in Conflict and also teaches mediation at the Ackerman Institute.  Katherine is a past president of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals.  Katherine hosts the radio show and podcast Dialogue on Divorce on WVOX radio and iTunes.  Katherine is co-Author of the #1 Amazon bestseller A Cup of Coffee with 10 of the Top Divorce Attorneys in the United States and author of the New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce.        Links to Katherine: www.westchesterfamilylaw.com www.divorcedialogues.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katherine.e.miller1 Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/kemiller Instagram: katherineemiller271 Twitter: @keisoldmiller     Books Recommended by Katherine: Challenging Conflict by Gary J. Friedman and Jack Himmelstein Powerful Nondefensive Communication by Sharon Strand Ellison     YOUR HOST: Mike Domitrz is the founder of The Center for Respect where he helps educational institutions, the US Military and businesses of all sizes create a culture of respect throughout their organizations. From addressing consent to helping corporations build a workplace free from fear (reducing sexual harassment and helping employees thrive by treating them with respect every day), Domitrz engages audiences by sharing skill sets they can implement into their lives immediately. As an author, trainer, keynote speaker and coach, Mike Domitrz loves working with leaders at all levels. Learn more at http://www.CenterForRespect.com

Divorce is a process, but the process of divorce is not standardized. Each person is difference and, as a result, each split can be very different. There are a multitude of ways to approach these differences to determine the best way to split. These range from highly contested litigation to more amicable methods such as mediation or collaborative divorce. The key is knowing your options. SPONSORED BY DIVORCE COACH AND MEDIATOR - LINDA LUCATORTO, M. Ed., CPC. If you are considering divorce, Linda can help you tackle the process with a direct and educational approach. - http://www.oasisexperience.com Join us for an discussion with Olga Stambler from Hurst, Robin & Kay, LLC. about the different types of divorce and the best way to select which is right for you. Other Panelists - Laura Bare from Embark Collaborations - http://www.embarkcollaborations.com/ - Angeline Schuller from New Vista Behavioral Health - https://www.newvistanwi.com/ - Lynda H. LeBlanc from LeBlanc & Mulholland, LLC - http://leblancmulholland.com/ About Olga Olga Stambler graduated magna cum laude from Brandeis University in 1992 with a Bachelor of Arts in political science. She attended Fordham University School of Law and graduated in the top 20 percent of her class in 1995. Olga was admitted to practice law in the State of New York in 1996 and in the State of Illinois in 1999. She began her legal career as a corporate attorney at Dewey Ballantine in New York City and then at Bell, Boyd & Lloyd in Chicago. She has handled many aspects of domestic relations litigation including child support, maintenance, custody and visitation issues and division of complex marital estates. Olga’s corporate background is a tremendous asset in assessing, negotiating and resolving financial issues. Olga has recently negotiated a successful settlement relating to the division of marital estate worth over $15 million. Olga is trained in collaborative law and mediation. She is a fellow of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois and is the co-chair of its Community Outreach Committee. She is also a member of the Association for Conflict Resolution, the Collaborative Practice Professionals of Illinois and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. For more information or to contact Olga go to https://hrkfamilylaw.com/. Also let us know if there are questions on divorce, separation and starting over that you want our need answered at info@splitready.com. Are you considering divorce? Get split ready at www.splitready.com Getting Split Ready is produced by Ernie Scatton and EAS Productions. For information on launching your own podcast, contact EAS Productions at 708.989.3985 or erniescatton@gmail.com

Divorce is a process, but the process of divorce is not standardized. Each person is difference and, as a result, each split can be very different. There are a multitude of ways to approach these differences to determine the best way to split. These range from highly contested litigation to more amicable methods such as mediation or collaborative divorce. The key is knowing your options. SPONSORED BY DIVORCE COACH AND MEDIATOR - LINDA LUCATORTO, M. Ed., CPC. If you are considering divorce, Linda can help you tackle the process with a direct and educational approach. - http://www.oasisexperience.com Join us for an discussion with Olga Stambler from Hurst, Robin & Kay, LLC. about the different types of divorce and the best way to select which is right for you. Other Panelists - Laura Bare from Embark Collaborations - http://www.embarkcollaborations.com/ - Angeline Schuller from New Vista Behavioral Health - https://www.newvistanwi.com/ - Lynda H. LeBlanc from LeBlanc & Mulholland, LLC - http://leblancmulholland.com/ About Olga Olga Stambler graduated magna cum laude from Brandeis University in 1992 with a Bachelor of Arts in political science. She attended Fordham University School of Law and graduated in the top 20 percent of her class in 1995. Olga was admitted to practice law in the State of New York in 1996 and in the State of Illinois in 1999. She began her legal career as a corporate attorney at Dewey Ballantine in New York City and then at Bell, Boyd & Lloyd in Chicago. She has handled many aspects of domestic relations litigation including child support, maintenance, custody and visitation issues and division of complex marital estates. Olga’s corporate background is a tremendous asset in assessing, negotiating and resolving financial issues. Olga has recently negotiated a successful settlement relating to the division of marital estate worth over $15 million. Olga is trained in collaborative law and mediation. She is a fellow of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois and is the co-chair of its Community Outreach Committee. She is also a member of the Association for Conflict Resolution, the Collaborative Practice Professionals of Illinois and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. For more information or to contact Olga go to https://hrkfamilylaw.com/. Also let us know if there are questions on divorce, separation and starting over that you want our need answered at info@splitready.com. Are you considering divorce? Get split ready at www.splitready.com Getting Split Ready is produced by Ernie Scatton and EAS Productions. For information on launching your own podcast, contact EAS Productions at 708.989.3985 or erniescatton@gmail.com

Andrea Vacca is the founder of Vacca Family Law Group, a law firm in New York City that focuses exclusively on non-adversarial divorce and family law matters. Andrea is regularly featured as a media expert on divorce-related matters, and she lectures, writes and blogs on the topics of collaborative law, mediation, and topics related to non-adversarial family law. After practising traditional litigation-focused family law for many years, Andrea’s firm now works only with clients who want to keep their divorces out of court and want their prenuptial and postnuptial agreements negotiated in a non-adversarial manner. In addition to having a B.A. and J.D, Andrea also has a Certificate in Positive Psychology and regularly applies what she has learned to help her clients navigate their divorces, including having a growth mindset, being resilient and encouraging mindfulness. Andrea is President of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals and is a co-author of the book, Onward & Upward: A Guide For Getting Through New York Divorce & Family Law Issues. 3:16 – What led Andrea to practise divorce law 6:46 – How to have a non-adversarial divorce 10:33 – The impact of the relationship between divorcees on their children 16:55 – Recent changes in man-woman dynamics 21:16 – The changing pay gap and emasculation 26:10 – Her history working with men and post-nuptial agreements 27:03 – When having a post-nuptial agreement makes sense 29:26 – Invisible and visible ROI 30:38 – Advice for spouses seeking a divorce Find Andrea at: www.VaccaLaw.com Or call her on: 212-768-1115 Don’t forget to grab your copy of the Amazon bestseller unHidden: A Book For Men and Those Confused by Them. It’s your easy-to-understand at-home guide to Robert’s living unHidden Framework. Get your copy today by visiting www.robertkandell.com/order OR, grab your free audio section of the book if you want to take it for a spin before you buy. And we promise this is NOT like movie trailers where they grab all the best pieces. Unhidden is pure relationship gold https://robertkandell.com/freeaudio Get More of Robert at: www.RobertKandell.com As well as: www.youtube.com/channel/UCA4BLzufNXxgKGUsLVDTnlQ Follows us at: www.facebook.com/robert.kandell www.instagram.com/robert.kandell/ Join the living unhidden Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/unhidden/

You don't want to miss this episode that breaks down the 4 options for the divorce process and clears away the confusion. As a divorce and travel expert Debbie shares her story (like some many others) of divorce and opportunity. Her credentials are impressive but her energy is infectious. Debbie Martinez is the founder and president of Transformation thru Divorce where she provides divorce, post-divorce and co-parenting coaching. She is a certified mindful life coach, Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator and Florida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator. Trained in collaborative divorce in Florida and South Carolina, Debbie currently serves on the board of the South Carolina Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She has her MA from the University of South Florida in education and was a behavior specialist in the school system for five years before becoming a consultant in private practice. Media outlets of all sizes, including The New York Times, have recognized her expertise and professionalism. She gives workshops and lectures on various topics pertaining to divorce, self re-discovery, women’s issues and relationships. Debbie also writes a monthly divorce column for The Florida Villager Magazine and was a regular contributor to HuffPost. Debbie brings her life experience and formal training into her coaching practice to empower and educate clients on their divorce journey and their new beginnings. More information, archived articles and interviews from her morning television segment, “Debbie Does Divorce,” can be found on transformationthrudivorce.com Links: www.transformationthrudivorce.comInstagram @transformationthrudivorce Contact: debbie@transformationthrudivorce.com or call 305-984-5121 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thriving-in-chaos/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thriving-in-chaos/support

What does the research on divorce and parenting actually say? In this episode, Heather and Gabriel explore the research on the impact on divorce for children. Leaning on Heather’s expertise in Collaborative Divorce, they dive into the implications this research has on developing parenting plans that support children having healthy relationships with both parents. Resources: Association of Family and Conciliation Courts www.afccnet.org International Academy of Collaborative Professionals www.collaborativepractice.com Virginia Collaborative Divorce www.vacollaborativepractice.com Join the conversation by emailing contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

What does the research on divorce and parenting actually say? In this episode, Heather and Gabriel explore the research on the impact on divorce for children. Leaning on Heather’s expertise in Collaborative Divorce, they dive into the implications this research has on developing parenting plans that support children having healthy relationships with both parents. Resources: Association of Family and Conciliation Courts www.afccnet.org International Academy of Collaborative Professionals www.collaborativepractice.com Virginia Collaborative Divorce www.vacollaborativepractice.com Join the conversation by emailing contact@informedconsentpodcast.com

Paul Tigner, founder and president of FairShare Financial in Atlanta, has made a name for himself as a divorce accountant and expert witness in the southeast. Tune into this episode of Accounting Marketing Doesn’t Suck and learn more about why mediation is important for all professionals, how his practice has evolved and why speaking engagements helped him build his brand and reputation. Join us! Paul Tigner Founder and President of FairShare Financial, P.C | Twitter | LinkedIn  Paul Tigner is a Certified Public Accountant, Accredited in Business Valuation and Certified in Financial Forensics by the American Institute of CPA’s as well as a Certified Fraud Examiner. Paul is also a Registered Neutral in Georgia for General Civil and Domestic Relations Mediation and Arbitration. He is both a trainer and a practitioner of Collaborative Practice. He has over 30 years of financial analytical experience in legal matters. As founder and president of FairShare Financial, P.C., Atlanta, GA, he provides consulting and expert witness services as well as financial neutral services primarily to law firms and their clients in the areas of forensic accounting, financial valuation and economic damages. Paul holds memberships in various professional organizations including the American Institute of CPA’s, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners and the International Association of Collaborative Professionals. He is a past board member of the Collaborative Law Institute of Georgia, past president of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners-Tampa Bay Chapter and a past member of the Georgia Society of CPA’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Committee, the Florida Institute of CPA’s Litigation Services Committee and Relations with the FL Bar Committee. Paul is a frequent instructor to CPA societies, bar associations, and educational organizations. He holds a Bachelor’s of Business Administration-Accountancy from Georgia State University.   Accounting Marketing Doesn't Suck is produced by Build Your Firm, leaders of marketing for accountants. Questions or Feedback? Email us at podcast@amds.us

Michael Rozbruch is a nationally recognized entrepreneur and is the founder of Michael Rozbruch's Tax and Business Solutions Academy™, a training and consulting services company that trains and helps other CPAs, Attorneys and Enrolled Agents (as well as other professionals) to build highly profitable practices through proven marketing systems and strategies. But he doesn't stop there. He also trains on how to "close" the sale, manage the client relationship and knows firsthand how a best practice IRS Problem client niche practice should be run and operated. An unconventional CPA (licensed in Maryland) himself, Michael helped pioneer the tax resolution industry 16 years ago. He founded and built one of the most reputable tax resolution firms in the country. On the verge of a personal bankruptcy in 1998, he started Tax Resolution Services, Co. on his dining room table with zero clients and grew it into a nationally marketed powerhouse registering $23 million in sales, 4,000 clients and 125 employees. He is an author, a 2011 semi-finalist in Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur of the Year Award, made INC's. 500/5000 list in 2010 and 2011, is the president of the prestigious National Association of Tax Resolution Companies. Michael is a member of the CPE committee of ASTPS. Michael has been featured numerous times as the guest expert on the Fox News Network, KCAL and KABC. His interviews and expertise have been published in Inc. Magazine, Tax Analysts® "Tax Notes Today", U.S. News & World Report, The Wall Street Journal, and Entrepreneur Magazine, to name a few. As a Certified Tax Resolution Specialist (CTRS) and CPA, he has represented thousands of taxpayers who owe the IRS, but simply cannot afford to pay. Michael has been a guest speaker at conferences and has been interviewed on numerous TV news programs as a nationally recognized expert guest speaker. In 2009, CPA Magazine honored Michael with the prestigious national recognition of Top Tax Advisor to Know during Recession. He was also named an Executive of the Year Finalist in the 2009 American Business Awards. Additionally, Michael is the recipient of ASTPS's prestigious "Top Practitioner" fall 2005 Award, which recognizes distinguished members for their exemplary professional accomplishments, dedication, and contributions to the organization and the profession. He is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Maryland Association of CPA's (MACPA), International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, charter member of the American Society of IRS Problem Solvers (ASIPS), member of the Disciplinary Committee of the American Society of Tax Problem Solvers (ASTPS), and a recognized inductee into the "Who's Who" in finance and Industry. In 2011, Michael and Tax Resolution Services, Co. were recognized for the second year in a row on the Inc. 5000 list of America's Fastest Growing Companies, joining the ranks of past honorees such as Apple, Patagonia, Intuit, Microsoft and Oracle. Also, in 2011, he was a semi-finalist in Ernst & Young's "Entrepreneur of the year". In 2012, Michael became the host of a weekly TV show, "TAXMAN", on the BIZ TV Network. Michael accepted a Bronze Stevie Award for the "2012 Maverick of the Year" title on behalf of the American Business Awards which recognized his work as an expert in the tax resolution industry for the past 16 years. He has been interviewed by hundreds of radio stations and has appeared numerous times as a guest expert on national TV, including Fox News. Michael lives in Los Angeles, Ca. He has been married to the love of his life for 30 years who also works alongside him in managing the company. He has two daughters and loves going on family vacations. Michael enjoys good cigars and can usually be found cruising around in his supercharged 1968 Olds 4-4-2 and attending classic car shows on weekends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Suzan Aiken, a family law attorney who works with families going through divorce. She raised her son as a single mother and then helped raise three stepchildren in her blended family.  Suzan helps families get through divorce in a respectful and healthy way, through collaborative divorce. Join us to learn more about this low conflict way to divorce! What you’ll hear in this episode: How collaborative divorce is different as a conflict-resolution process When both parties agree NOT to go to court The team effort How mediation factors into collaborative divorce The holistic picture The language around collaborative divorce Parenting plans that are customized for each family When collaborative divorce WON’T work Feeling “heard” in the divorce process Working with couples on prenuptial agreements with a different approach Regrouping and revisiting prior arrangements Suzan’s tips: Separate your emotions from the legal system Arrive at a resolution with positive, constructive efforts Take a holistic look at the big picture Suzan’s recent appointment as president of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, active in 20 countries and multiple languages Resources: www.aiken-sinaiko.com  

By 2001, Suzanne Brunsting had been practicing as a matrimonial litigator for 20 years. The more experienced she got, the more difficult and contentious the cases referred to her. Day in, day out, she was witness to the damage endured by families embroiled in the process, especially the children at the center of custody battles. There had to be a better way. And that spring, a colleague introduced Sue to the collaborative model. Now Sue is a collaborative lawyer and settlement advocate who helps divorcing clients reach agreements without resorting to the courts.  Sue has 30-plus years of experience in the field of family law, and since 2004, she has limited her practice to collaborative law and settlement advocacy. She was the first president of the Collaborative Law Association of the Rochester Area, and she has been an active member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals since 2001. In addition, Sue teaches beginning collaborative law and advanced skills courses. Today, Sue sits down with Katherine to explain how she was introduced to collaborative law after two decades as a matrimonial litigator. She shares the attorney’s role as a constructive advocate in the collaborative divorce model, discussing her intention to make clients ‘feel safe at the table.’ Sue walks us through the benefits of involving a neutral in the collaborative process, be it a child specialist, mediator mental health or financial professional. Listen in for insight around the spectrum of options available to divorcing couples and learn how the collaborative process ensures that the lawyers won’t give up until an agreement has been reached. Topics Covered Sue’s 20-year background as a matrimonial litigator Sue’s introduction to the collaborative law model What inspired Sue to start a collaborative law group in Rochester The vulnerability involved in the collaborative divorce model The lawyer’s role as a constructive advocate in the collaborative process Understand client priorities, decision-making Act with integrity, professionalism and forthrightness The benefit of having a neutral in the collaborative divorce process Why Sue won’t do a case without a neutral The spectrum of options available to couples considering divorce What it means when a lawyer signs a participation agreement Sue’s advice for people facing divorce Gather info before entering negotiation Take care of your health, emotional well-being Connect with Suzanne Brunsting Sue’s Website: http://www.suebrunsting.com/ Email slbrunst@gmail.com Call (585) 244-4239 Resources Collaborative Law Institute of Minnesota: https://collaborativedivorceoptions.com/ Collaborative Law Association of the Rochester Area: http://nycollaborativelaw.com/ Connect with Katherine Miller The Center for Understanding Conflict: http://understandinginconflict.org/ Miller Law Group: https://westchesterfamilylaw.com/ Katherine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kemiller1 The New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Katherine Miller: https://www.amazon.com/New-Yorkers-Guide-Collaborative-Divorce/dp/0692496246 Email: katherine@westchesterfamilylaw.com Call (914) 738-7765 The New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Katherine Miller Email katherine@westchesterfamilylaw.com Call (914) 738-7765

Divorce is a difficult emotional journey, regardless of the circumstances. But in most cases, the divorcing partners are in very different places along that journey. The person leaning out has likely been thinking about ending the marriage for a long time, while the other is a bit of a ‘deer in headlights’ and needs time to catch up emotionally. What role can a divorce coach play in helping the couple navigate this common disconnect? Shireen Meistrich is the President of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, and she has served on the leadership team of the Collaborative Divorce Association of New Jersey since 2007. Shireen has spent the last ten years working as a collaborative divorce coach, helping families increase communication and decrease conflict through the alternative dispute-resolution process. She is skilled in managing the emotional hurdles that present as obstacles toward an effective resolution. Today, Shireen sits down with Katherine to share her ‘train station’ analogy, explaining how common it is for the initiator to be much further along in the emotional journey of divorce. She discusses the very serious nature of the decision to divorce and the reason why she recommends discernment therapy before couples make the final decision. Shireen walks us through her approach to determining the needs of her clients, describing what the transformational process can look like and how to honor the emotional journey while working toward a resolution. Listen in for insight around effectively communicating your needs and wants during the divorce process and developing a successful co-parenting relationship. Topics Covered The emotional disconnect between the person leaning in vs. leaning out The family counselor’s role in helping couples make the decision to divorce The very serious nature of the decision to divorce How Shireen honors the history of a divorcing couple’s marriage How discernment therapy helps a couple see if there’s any viability to the marriage How Shireen determines the unique needs of her clients What a transformational process looks like in the collaborative divorce setting • Let go of marital conflict dynamic • Develop healthy co-parenting relationship The challenge of transitioning to a healthier place during a time of heightened anxiety The balance between mining the emotional journey and reaching a respectful resolution How to communicate your needs and interests effectively during the divorce process What a successful post-divorce co-parenting relationship looks like • Demonstrate respect for each other • Seamlessly follow plan (e.g.: sit together at events) Shireen’s advice around having patience and respect for your former spouse Connect with Shireen Meistrich Shireen’s Website: http://njcollaborativelaw.com/shireen-b-meistrich-lcsw/ Call (201) 791-1560 Resources International Academy of Collaborative Professionals: https://www.collaborativepractice.com/ Collaborative Divorce Association of New Jersey: http://collaborativedivorceassociationofnorthjersey.com/ Connect with Katherine Miller The Center for Understanding Conflict: http://understandinginconflict.org/ Miller Law Group: https://westchesterfamilylaw.com/ Katherine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kemiller1 The New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Katherine Miller: https://www.amazon.com/New-Yorkers-Guide-Collaborative-Divorce/dp/0692496246 Email: katherine@westchesterfamilylaw.com Call (914) 738-7765

Process choice can be tricky. Most of us would like to avoid the courtroom if at all possible, but how do mediation and collaboration work? How do you determine which divorce model is right for your circumstances? And when is it appropriate to choose litigation? Melissa Goodstein has extensive experience in both mediation and the collaborative divorce process. She has been practicing mediation since 1993, and she received her training in the collaborative model in 2003. Her practice is located in Katonah, New York. Melissa serves on the New York State Council of Divorce Mediation, the Greater New York Council of Family and Divorce, the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals as well as the International Association of Collaborative Professionals. Today, Melissa joins Katherine to discuss the roles comfort and willingness play in determining which process choice is the right fit. She walks us through the mediation process, explaining the confidential nature of this method and the necessity for both divorcing partners to feel comfortable speaking their truth. Melissa addresses how the collaborative divorce process differs and why each party has an attorney-advocate to help communicate their values and employ creative problem-solving to reach an agreement. Listen in to find out which cases are appropriate for the litigation model and learn when mediation or the collaborative process might be more fitting. Topics Covered How process choice is based on the couple’s comfort and willingness Why participants have more control outside the courtroom setting What the mediation process looks like • Mediator serves as neutral to guide conversation • Only three people in room (typically) How the mediation process is shielded from the public eye How the collaborative divorce process differs from mediation • Based on same principles • Each party has attorney-advocate The lawyer’s role in helping collaborative clients communicate values The value in agreeing to reach a settlement without litigation Melissa’s insight on collaborative law as a service profession How the collaborative process allows for creative problem-solving The cases that are appropriate for the litigation model • Domestic violence • Non-disclosure of assets • Refusal to cooperate Connect with Melissa Goodstein Melissa’s Website: https://melissagoodstein.com/ Phone (914) 767-0438 Connect with Katherine Miller The Center for Understanding Conflict: http://understandinginconflict.org/ Miller Law Group: https://westchesterfamilylaw.com/ Katherine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kemiller1 The New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Katherine Miller: https://www.amazon.com/New-Yorkers-Guide-Collaborative-Divorce/dp/0692496246 Email: katherine@westchesterfamilylaw.com Call (914) 738-7765

“The magic, for me, about Collaborative [Divorce] and the reason why I’ve seen it work is because in the process itself, that idea of being heard and understood about what matters to you—what do you want—is front and center.” Abby Rosmarin is a member of the Mediation and Arbitration Practice Group with the firm McCarthy Fingar and a coach in the collaborative divorce process, drawing on her experience as both an attorney and a therapist to mediate a wide range of family disputes. Abby also serves as the Executive Director of the NYACP, a group of collaborative professionals committed to helping couples in New York reduce conflict and reach a divorce agreement that meets the needs of the entire family. In addition, she recently joined Jeffrey Steiger in the launch of Pivotal Moments, a breakthrough group experience that supports people in navigating life transitions. Today, Abby sits down with Katherine to explain the fundamentals of collaborative divorce, offering her take on the magic of being heard at the center of the process. She speaks to the work of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals, describing the organization’s selective membership model and its commitment to educating the community at large about the collaborative option. Abby covers the disqualification clause in collaborative divorce, discussing how it ensures that the professionals involved are committed to finding a resolution. Listen in for information about Pivotal Moments and learn how the group helps people in transition craft a plan for change. Topics Covered The fundamentals of collaborative divorce • Team approach to structured process • Restructure family without litigation The idea of being heard at the center of the collaborative process How the collaborative process integrates dignity and respect How fair treatment during divorce builds hope for the future The work of the New York Association of Collaborative Professionals • Trade organization for professionals • Educate community about process How selective membership in the NYACP ensures high standards The reasoning behind the disqualification clause in collaborative • Attorneys cannot represent client in litigation • Ensures all 100% committed to process How the disqualification clause facilitates honest discussion The mental health professional’s role in enabling communication How Pivotal Moments supports people in working toward a fulfilling life • Make sense of transition, craft plan for change • Identify and work through barriers in supportive environment Connect with Abby Rosmarin NYACP: https://www.nycollaborativeprofessionals.org/ Email arosmarin@nycollaborativeprofessionals.org Resources Pivotal Moments: https://www.pivotalmoments.net/ Email info@pivotalmoments.net Connect with Katherine Miller The Center for Understanding Conflict: http://understandinginconflict.org/ Miller Law Group: https://westchesterfamilylaw.com/ Katherine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kemiller1 The New Yorker’s Guide to Collaborative Divorce by Katherine Miller: https://www.amazon.com/New-Yorkers-Guide-Collaborative-Divorce/dp/0692496246 Email: katherine@westchesterfamilylaw.com Call (914) 738-7765

LANA M. STERN, PH.D, P.A. is a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Parent Coordinator, Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator.  Dr. Stern has been in private practice in the Coral Gables, Florida area for the past 25 years.  She is a member of the American Psychological Association, Florida and Dade County Psychological Associations, International and Florida Association of Family and Conciliation Courts and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals and serves on the IACP Trainers Network and Development Committee.  She has been a member of the Collaborative Family Law Institute of Miami for the past 8 years and is a past Vice President.  She serves on the CFLI Board, Mental Health, Membership, Mentoring and Education committees. She is the Miami-Dade delegate representing Mental Health Professionals on the Collaborative Family Law Council of Florida, is presently serving on the Board of that organization and on the Advisory Board of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court Parenting Coordinators. She has worked extensively in Collaborative family law cases as the neutral mental health professional.   She co-authored the chapter on “Collaborative Law” in The Florida Bar CLE bookDissolution of Marriage. Dr. Stern co-founded “Florida Collaborative Trainers” an interdisciplinary training group – “Fitting the Pieces Together” in 2011.

President: The International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (http://www.collaborativepractice.comcom) Join Teena and Sherri as they discuss the growing field of collaborative law. … Read more about this episode...