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Beyond the Breakup

Welcome to "Beyond the Breakup." If you have made your way to my blog you must be facing the heartache of a separation or divorce, especially if there are children involved. But, I want you to know you’re not alone. Many have been through it, including myself, and I understand how overwhelming it can feel.

This blog is a safe space where you can learn about and overcome the challenges you’re facing—whether it’s navigating custody arrangements, dealing with emotional turmoil, or finding ways to co-parent effectively. I’ll share my personal stories and lessons learned, along with practical tips that helped me and can help you as well.

Let’s embark on this journey together, transforming the pain of separation or divorce into an opportunity for growth and healing.

You deserve to thrive, not just survive, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. Together, we’ll create a hopeful path forward for you.

The 5 Most Common Mistakes Parents Make When Messaging a High-Conflict Ex (And How to Avoid Them)

The 5 Most Common Mistakes Parents Make When Messaging a High-Conflict Ex (And How to Avoid Them)

Published on: 29/07/2025

In this blog, I break down the 5 most common mistakes parents make when communicating with a toxic co-parent, explain why they backfire, and share simple, strategic shifts to protect your peace, your credibility, and your case.

Parenting and Divorce
When Every Message Feels Like chaos: Why Co-Parenting Communication Leaves You Drained

When Every Message Feels Like chaos: Why Co-Parenting Communication Leaves You Drained

Published on: 20/07/2025

This blog breaks down how high-conflict exes use communication as a weapon, not a tool, and how you can take back control with calm, strategic responses that protect your peace, your child, and your case.

Parenting and DivorceCoercive Control
It’s Not “High Conflict.” It’s Coercive Control, And It’s Strategic

It’s Not “High Conflict.” It’s Coercive Control, And It’s Strategic

Published on: 27/06/2025

If you're navigating a messy separation, it's important to know that what looks like "high conflict" may actually be coercive control. Learn how to recognize it, protect yourself, and heal.

Abuse AwarenessParenting and DivorceCoercive Control
When Father's Day Hurts: Grieving a Loss You’re Still Forced to Co-Parent With

When Father's Day Hurts: Grieving a Loss You’re Still Forced to Co-Parent With

Published on: 16/06/2025

This post explores the emotional weight of Father’s Day for both parents navigating high-conflict divorce. Through the lens of personal grief and co-parenting challenges, it sheds light on the unseen pain of ongoing conflict, lack of closure, and parenting without support—and offers five powerful strategies for coping when holidays hurt.

Parenting and DivorceHealing

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