How to Love and Love Yourself on Valentine’s Day

Is it really already time for Valentine’s Day? This holiday has never really been my thing, but every year as the store aisles transition from Christmas decorations to red hearts and stuffed animals (so cliche!), I do feel a twinge of nostalgia. So after my divorce, I chose a shift in perspective that I carry through … Read more

Feeling Abandoned in a Relationship: Emotionally and Financially

 Feeling abandoned in a relationship is extremely taxing emotionally. It can cause a person to feel insecure, angry, and sad, and can take a toll on self-esteem. But what happens when the abandonment translates into finances? In other words, your spouse or soon-to-be ex leaves you with money problems, along with stress and fear about … Read more

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Finding Happiness After Divorce isn’t a Possibility, it’s a PROBABILITY

 Ask any newly separated man or woman if he or she thinks finding happiness after divorce is possible, and the answer you get will involve a grim outlook. “Who knows?” they will might say with their head down, their eyes possibly filling with tears. “I haven’t thought that far ahead. I’m just thinking about how … Read more

What is Virtual Parenting Time and How Does it Work?

 Visitation schedules are unique in every family. Some parents have visitation every other weekend, while others have a mid-week visitation on top of weekends. In other situations, visits may be much less frequent for various reasons, such as: when one of the parents is under supervised visitation, or if parents live in different states, or … Read more

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Which is Worse? Ending a Marriage Or Ending a Serious Relationship

Ending a marriage is never easy. In fact, my divorce was one of the most difficult things I have ever been through in my life. But, if you can believe it, I think that ending a serious relationship could be even more painful. Hear me out before you say, “What the heck is she talking … Read more

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Being Friends with an Ex Who Hurt You: Is it Possible?

We’ve all been there.  A relationship that once meant everything to you ends because of a betrayal by the other person that makes it impossible to stay together.  It’s possible they were unfaithful, had substance abuse problem, or just failed to communicate in a healthy way.  You might be in complete shock or maybe you’re … Read more

What is Empathy and why is it Important in Divorce Mediation?

What is empathy and why is it important? As a Divorce Mediator, my role as a neutral is to help my clients reach good parenting and financial agreements, agreements that are in their children’s best interests and equitable for both parties. Ideally, both parties are on the same page and reaching agreements is straightforward, as … Read more

Divorce is Devastating. My Story

Divorce is devastating. It is a destructive process that can harm the mental, emotional, physical, financial, and spiritual parts of both parents and children. I would know. I went through a divorce several years ago. I wish I could say it was not my fault, but that would be a lie. I was responsible for … Read more

15 Signs Your Marriage Will End in Divorce

Is This the End? Are you struggling in an unhappy marriage? Do you wonder whether the challenges you’re facing in your marriage are “normal,” or whether they’re signs that you may be headed for divorce? While every marriage is unique, here are 15 signs your marriage will end in divorce, and you might want to … Read more

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Change is a Bitch: Tips for Coping with Fear of Change

Change is a bitch, isn’t it? It can feel strange, uncomfortable and scary. I think that fear of change is one of the biggest stressors of  divorce. Whether your spouse left you or you left him, change is scary, and probably one of the most difficult aspects of getting divorced. Even if deep in your … Read more

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Divorce and a Mortgage Assumption: It Makes Sense!

Are you one of those lucky people who refinanced in 2020 or 2021 and are the proud owner of a mortgage rate in the 2-3% range?  Are you also in the process of or considering a divorce? If so, I want to discuss your divorce and a mortgage assumption versus refinancing at today’s much higher … Read more