Collaboration Is A Better Way.
Just as mental illness can wreak havoc on someone’s life, it can also be destructive to a marriage. It’s not uncommon for people whose spouses have a mental illness to decide they’ve reached their capacity to cope and ask for a divorce. When that happens, it might...
Going through a divorce is undoubtedly one of life's most challenging transitions. When the legal proceedings come to an end, it might seem like a huge weight has been lifted off your shoulders. However, the finalization of the divorce doesn't mark the end of...
Going through a divorce is a challenging and emotional journey. The Collaborative Divorce process has many advantages over other divorce process options. One of those is that it allows you to establish your goals both for the divorce case and for the future early in...
Telling your spouse that you want a divorce is never easy, but it can be especially difficult if your spouse is abusive. If you are in an abusive relationship, it is important to take steps to protect yourself and your children before you have this conversation. In...
Divorce is a life-changing event that can leave individuals feeling lost and uncertain about their future. However, it is important to remember that divorce does not have to be the end of your happiness or dreams. In fact, for many people, divorce marks the beginning...
Going through a divorce is a stressful process. The uncertainty about your future can be an all-encompassing concern. In the Collaborative Divorce process, we have tools that can help sort out your concerns and work to turn that fear into a positive view of what your...
When your extended family and the extended family of your spouse learn of your divorce, they frequently are concerned about the impact it will have on their relationship with your children. Grandparents wonder if they have any rights and can be involved someway in the...
Rarely (never) does a person wake up one morning and decide they want a divorce. Often, at least one spouse has been contemplating divorce for weeks, months, or even years. The discord or conflict escalates over time and one or both spouses finally decide the time has...
Many people will go to extremes to avoid divorce. They view divorce as a sign of personal failure and would prefer to preserve their marriage if at all possible. It is certainly admirable to do your best to prioritize keeping your marriage vows to your spouse....
When you have friends or family members who are getting divorced, or your children have friends from school whose parents are getting divorced, it is natural for your children to have questions. It may be difficult for you to provide answers. If they ask a question...