As a Divorce Coach and Co-Parenting Counsellor, I am a knowledgable and steady guide through the separation and divorce process.  Equipped with advanced clinical training in couple and family therapy, I skillfully support you and your family to establish a new normal.  With adequate support, I believe it is possible for to go through this transition in a healthier way.  ​

 

The Collaborative Process is an effective alternative to traditional adversarial divorce.  With Collaborative Divorce, you and your partner agree (through a signed agreement) that you will:

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• Not go to court, or threaten to go to court

• Communicate with honesty and respect

• Make a sincere effort to understand each other's needs and concerns

• Promptly disclose all relevant information

• Work together towards an agreement that's in everyone's best interests

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Separation and divorce is often a time of intense loneliness.  Without adequate emotional support, the strain of the separation and learning to co-parent can be enormous. Conflict with your co-parent is not only painful, it can also slow negotiations and make your legal costs soar.  When you work with a Divorce Coach they are with you every step of the way. I help you communicate your needs, help you process the tough emotions, and create a positive and sustainable parenting plan for your family's future.

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As a Child Specialist, I focus exclusively on your child(ren), meeting with them and giving them a safe place to tell their story. After assessing your children's needs and concerns, the Child Specialist reports back to your team.  In short, the Child Specialist goes to bat for your children. Hearing through a neutral person what your kids are going through can inspire and guide you to make decisions that truly are in their best interests.

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I am a member of  Collaborative Divorce ​Vancouver, BC Collaborative Roster Society, the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts.

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