Divorce Coaching in Connecticut

Support and accountability as you create the next phase of your life. 

The divorce process can contain immense uncertainty. You don’t know where you’re going to live. You haven’t figured out who gets holidays with your kids. You don’t know how you handle holidays without kids. You aren’t sure when or if you should start dating or how to date, or how to handle your ex dating. Divorce is an emotional rollercoaster.

All that uncertainty can cause stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. You need to make decisions and move forward with your life, but you aren’t sure how to make these decisions or which you should make first. A divorce coach can help you make the next best decisions for yourself and your family – whether you were the one who served the divorce papers or received them, whether this divorce is a total shock or something you saw coming and have been wanting for years  – your coach can guide you through the multi-faceted challenges of divorce. They can help you move through the end of your marriage with as much grace and dignity as possible.

What is a Divorce Coach?

A divorce coach is similar to a therapist because they’ll listen to your concerns, help you process emotions, and offer tools and support. A coach is focused on forward momentum and taking action. During your coaching sessions, you’ll focus on decision-making, process emotions associated with those decisions, and feel more confident. You’ll leave each session with action steps to complete. The coaching process focuses on empowering clients at a challenging time in their lives.

How Can a Divorce Coach Help Me?

Divorce coaches can help with collaborative divorces as well as high-conflict ones. A divorce coach is dedicated to helping you navigate the emotional turmoil of the divorce process. In a high-conflict case where divorce mediation isn’t possible, a coach can help keep you focused on actions that will move the process along swiftly.

If you’ve hired a divorce attorney, they’re likely helping you navigate the legal aspects of divorce. They’re not your emotional support, nor will they help you navigate the emotions of the decision-making process. You need support for other aspects of your case. If you call your lawyer with concerns about your divorce, your fees will add up quickly!

Hiring a coach can provide divorce support as you make difficult decisions about

• Parenting plans
• Divorce financials
• Division of assets
• Structuring your new life for success.

As part of your divorce recovery process, you’ll also learn

• How authentic self-care can enhance your post-divorce life.
• How to embrace your kid-free time.
• How to co-parent effectively or parallel parent when needed 
• How to guide your children through the divorce process with authentic vulnerability 

What Are the Benefits of Divorce Coaching?

Divorce is expensive, so if you’re considering hiring a divorce coach to guide you through the process, you’re probably wondering why a coach is beneficial. Investing in coaching services during your divorce can help you:

• Save time and money. The longer it takes you to make decisions, the longer the legal process will take. Coaching helps you make decisions faster so you can get on with your new life.
• Improve your communication skills with your children and co-parent. Often, our emotions cause communication breakdowns that lead to arguments, hurt feelings, or avoidance. A coach can help guide you in effective communication strategies to navigate even the most difficult conversations successfully.
• Have more confidence in your decisions. Whether you decide to sell the family home, move to a new school district, or ask for alimony, you’ll know that the decisions you make were carefully considered and are the correct decisions for where you are right now.
• Tease out complex issues related to the divorce process, see each problem from various angles, and show up prepared for each conversation with your divorce attorney and ex-partner.
• Receive objective support. A divorce coach is not your friend. They won’t speak negatively about your ex-partner just to sound supportive – they can provide an objective perspective.

Personalized Divorce Coaching Services

We offer a free consultation where we ask questions to determine your needs. We’ll decide if our services can benefit you, and you’ll get to know your divorce coach. Contact our office today by calling 203-292-0855 or emailing us using the contact page.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

You likely have questions if you’re just starting a private mediation program. Here are a few FAQs our clients routinely ask during consultation calls. If you have additional questions, schedule a free consultation, we’re happy to answer them individually.

How much does divorce coaching cost?

The investment for the initial coaching session is $150. We offer packages to suit each family’s needs. 

I‘m able to offer a sliding scale based on income. We can discuss your situation during our consultation call.

How often do I meet with my coach? How long does divorce coaching take?

Each divorce case is unique, so there is no standard duration. We offer weekly, biweekly, or monthly sessions depending on your needs and family makeup. We meet with individuals or couples via telehealth.

Can my co-parent attend sessions?

We can discuss your specific needs for joint sessions during our consultation. If your co-parent or ex-partner wants to attend sessions, divorce mediation services might be your best option. Click here for more information about our divorce mediation services.