Divorce Dialogues
Psychology & Relationships
About
Divorce Dialogues helps people navigate divorce with dignity, clarity, and perspective. Through thoughtful conversations with experts and practitioners, the show explores the emotional, financial, legal, and relational realities of divorce, so listeners can make better decisions, communicate more effectively, and move forward with greater confidence. Because divorce is more than a legal transaction, it’s a deeply human transition.
Episodes
- Why Emotional Regulation is Better than “Happy” for Kids During Divorce with Dr. Sasha Reiisieh
This episode discusses how children experience divorce, emphasizing that the adults' emotional regulation is more impactful than minimizing disruption. Dr. Sasha Reiisieh explains that children need clarity, consistency, and regulated conn…
- Divorce Isn’t a Weapon: Reframing Separation with Karen McNenny
This episode features Katherine Miller and Karen McNenny discussing a reframed perspective on divorce, viewing it as a transformative tool rather than a conflict. They explore approaching separation with intention and respect, focusing on…
- Overcoming Financial Overwhelm in Divorce with Kimberly Palmer
In this episode of Divorce Dialogues, host Katherine Miller speaks with personal finance expert Kimberly Palmer about overcoming financial overwhelm after divorce. They cover rebuilding finances, shifting mindsets, aligning decisions with…
- Starting Your Next Chapter After Divorce with Tamara Frankfort Odinec
In this episode of Divorce Dialogues, Katherine Miller speaks with Tamara Frankfort Odinec about reframing divorce as an opportunity for reinvention and navigating the emotional and practical aspects of starting over. They discuss strategi…
- How to Make Smart Financial Decisions in Divorce with Kimberley Threadgill
Kimberley Threadgill discusses how emotions like fear and uncertainty impact financial decisions during divorce with host Katherine Miller. The episode covers the influence of identity shifts, common misconceptions about asset division, an…
- How to Make Better Decisions in Divorce Through Mediation with Brian James
In this episode of Divorce Dialogues, host Katherine Miller speaks with divorce mediator Brian James about how mediation can be a transformative process for individuals navigating divorce. Brian James explains the importance of self-determ…
- Supporting Children During Divorce with Angie Weber
In this episode of Divorce Dialogues, Katherine Miller talks with Angie Weber about supporting children through divorce. They discuss maintaining stability, common parental mistakes, communication strategies, and effective co-parenting for…
- How to Break Conflict Traps During Divorce with Theresa Lyons
In this episode of Divorce Dialogues, Katherine Miller speaks with family law expert Theresa Lyons about the critical role of emotional readiness in divorce proceedings. They discuss how emotional states influence legal strategy, the dange…
- How Childhood Patterns Shape Conflict in Marriage and Divorce with Sayany Ortega
This episode features Katherine Miller and Sayany Ortega discussing how unresolved childhood patterns and unmet expectations contribute to marital conflict and the emotional transition of divorce. They explore rebuilding identity, maintain…
- Navigating Financial Uncertainty During Divorce with Julia Shteynberg
On Divorce Dialogues, Katherine Miller speaks with financial coach Julia Shteynberg about managing financial uncertainty during divorce. The episode covers gaining clarity through cash flow management, overcoming shame, and making delibera…
- What Parents Need to Know About Divorce’s Impact on Kids with Dr. Erica Komisar
Dr. Erica Komisar joins Katherine Miller on Divorce Dialogues to explain how parents can prioritize children's well-being during divorce. The episode covers avoiding common mistakes, protecting children from adult emotions, and maintaining…
- Coercion and Power Imbalances in High-Conflict Divorce - with Lyerly Spongberg
Lyerly Spongberg, a divorce coach, explains that high-conflict divorce is an overwhelming, full-life transition impacting identity, emotions, finances, and children. She focuses on minimizing power imbalances and prioritizing children
- Asset Division: Community Property vs. Equitable Distribution - with Diana Romanov
Diana Romanov, a family law attorney who experienced divorce herself, explains the differences between community property and equitable distribution laws and emphasizes the importance of emotional support and mediation during divorce proce…
- Mental Health Impact in Family Law Cases - with Dr. Lama Bazzi
Dr. Lama Bazzi, a psychiatrist, addresses the mental health effects of divorce, emphasizing the need to allow for grief, build resilience, and seek treatment. She notes the challenges of identity redefinition post-divorce, especially with…
- Fostering Stability: Empowering Families Through Divorce Challenges - with Vivian Meraki
Vivian Meraki, a parenting expert, discusses empowering families through divorce by fostering emotional safety and connection. She introduces practical tools, including a "heart to heart" ritual, and reframes divorce as a change in alignme…
- Communication Management: Essential Strategies for Emotional Grounding - with Melinda Gould
Melinda Gould, a divorce guide, explains her role in supporting individuals through divorce by focusing on strategic, logistical, and communication aspects, while also providing emotional grounding and helping clients make decisions aligne…
- Helping Children Cope with Divorced Parents During Christmas
Katherine Miller, a family therapist, advises divorced parents to focus on emotional presence and connection rather than striving for a perfect Christmas. She emphasizes flexibility in creating new traditions and prioritizing self-care to…
- Transparency and Communication: Financial Tips During a Divorce - with Sam Kingston
Finance professional Sam Kingston shares insights on navigating financial aspects of divorce, highlighting the importance of establishing a separate financial footprint, budgeting, revising estate plans, and working with a team of advisors…
- The D Word: Navigating Divorce with Self-Trust - with Kate Anthony
Kate Anthony discusses navigating divorce by trusting emotions and prioritizing children's well-being. The episode covers processing emotions before legal decisions and creating safe environments for children.
- Preventing Irreversible Decisions: The Early Role of Advisors - with Jon Tanner
Jon Tanner, president of Summit Advisors, emphasizes the importance of financial planning in divorce, especially early involvement of advisors to prevent irreversible decisions. He highlights understanding asset sustainability and working…
- Coping Strategies for Holidays Without Children After Divorce
Katherine Miller addresses the emotional challenges of spending holidays without children post-divorce. She suggests coping strategies like making plans with family or serving others, emphasizes the importance of considering children's emo…
- Transitioning Immigration Pathways through Work and Family - with Douglas Lightman
Douglas Lightman, an immigration lawyer, explains the connection between tax and immigration law, emphasizing that foreign nationals facing divorce can still obtain a ten-year green card. The episode covers various immigration pathways, in…
- Silence in Negotiations: Enhancing Strategic Decision-Making - with Cathy Eads
Cathy Eads, a yoga teacher and wellness counselor, explains how yoga and meditation promote resilience and control during stressful life events like divorce. She highlights the benefits of controlled breathing for managing anxiety and the…
- Bankruptcy Misconceptions Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction - with Jeffrey Peltz
Attorney Jeffrey Peltz discusses bankruptcy as a strategic financial tool, not a moral failing. He clarifies non-dischargeable debts, explains how bankruptcy can help rebuild credit, and notes that hearings are now conducted via Zoom.
- Bonus: The Role of Parents in Teaching Money Management - Ed Vargo
Ed Vargo stresses the importance of parents teaching children about money management and modeling positive financial behaviors. He also highlights the need for open communication about financial decisions in relationships to prevent confli…
- The Divorce Toolkit: Your Essential Guide to Financial Planning - with Jamie M. Lima
Jamie M. Lima, a divorce financial analyst, explains the financial complexities mid-career professionals face during divorce, emphasizing the importance of early financial planning and the resources available in the Divorce Toolkit for man…
- Fiduciaries and Beneficiaries: Ensuring Alignment with Divorce - with Laura Cowan, Esq.
Laura Cowan, Esq., an attorney and CPA, explains the critical need to reassess beneficiary designations on accounts like life insurance and retirement plans after a divorce, as these can supersede other estate planning documents. She advis…
- Bonus: Avoiding Pitfalls: Family Home Financial Models - with Melissa Murphy Pavone
Melissa Murphy Pavone, a divorce financial analyst, highlights the importance of aligning financial priorities during divorce and the role of financial planning in navigating post-divorce financial transitions, including considerations for…
- Harnessing the Unseen: Finding Clarity in Emotional Exploration - with Deborah Lukovich
Dr. Deborah Lukovich explains depth psychology as a spiritual approach to self-understanding, suggesting unconscious patterns influence relationships, especially during divorce. She highlights the role of past experiences and unconscious f…
- Redesigning Your Legacy: Estate Planning in Divorce - with Katya Sverdlov
Katya Sverdlov, an estate planning attorney and CFA, discusses the importance of proper documentation in estate planning during divorce. She highlights strategies like irrevocable trusts for Medicaid planning and emphasizes working with pr…
- Challenges of Nesting: Sharing Living Space Post-Divorce - with Lisa Herrick
Dr. Lisa Herrick, a family therapist with 20 years of experience, explains the challenges of nesting during divorce, the importance of adjustment time, and navigating new relationships with children and ex-spouses. She stresses honest comm…
- Bonus: The Benefits of Bird Nesting for Children's Stability - with Ann Gold Buscho Ph.D.
This episode discusses bird nesting as a child-centered divorce strategy, emphasizing the stability and consistency it provides for children. Dr. Ann Gold Buscho highlights the importance of managing financial and logistical considerations…
- Breaking Free from Societal Expectations: Redefining Self - with Jennifer Teplin
Jennifer Teplin, a licensed clinical social worker, explains how divorce can be an opportunity for individuals to redefine themselves by challenging limiting patterns and embracing authenticity. She notes that people are increasingly willi…
- Embracing Spirituality: Finding Hope in Relationship Challenges - with Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin
Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, a relationship expert, explains that relationship conflicts can be opportunities for healing and growth. He highlights the importance of creating a safe environment for open communication and understanding different p…
- Art Therapy in Healing: Insights for Individuals and Families - with Karina Diaz LCAT, LPAT
Karina Diaz, an art therapist, explains divorce as a transformative experience that impacts identity and self-perception. She highlights art therapy as a method for processing complex emotions and emphasizes the need for support and unders…
- Establishing Trusts for Children: Protection and Asset Management - with Tammy Fried
Tammy Fried, an estate planning attorney, explains the importance of establishing trusts for children after divorce to protect assets and manage them. She highlights the necessity of updating wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to reflec…
- Finding Balance Post-Divorce: The Journey to Authenticity - with Jennifer Kupferman
Jennifer Kupferman, therapist and former lawyer, explains how to find balance after divorce by integrating somatic and talk therapy. She highlights the importance of validating emotions separately from legal decisions and using techniques…
- Preventing Conflicts and Financial Disputes in Real Estate Division - with Michael W. Goldstein
Michael Goldstein, an attorney with over 30 years of experience, explains how to divide real estate during divorce, focusing on jointly owned properties and preventing post-divorce legal issues. He highlights the importance of written agre…
- The Role of Therapy: Providing Safe Spaces for Healing - with Dr. Sabrina Romanoff
Dr. Sabrina Romanoff explains divorce as an emotional and psychological journey, highlighting the necessity of a supportive therapeutic environment for healing and self-discovery. She stresses the value of compassionate therapists in navig…
- Understanding Emotional Challenges During the Divorce Process - with Dr. Julia Yacoob
Dr. Julia Yacoob, a clinical psychologist, explains how feeling "stuck" and unresolved family issues can complicate divorce. She highlights the role of emotional biases and cognitive errors, suggesting therapy is crucial for navigating div…
- Rainbow Emotion Wheel: Coping Strategies for Divorce - with Demi Yoshida
Demi Yoshida, a therapist specializing in young adults, explains how divorce can lead to adultification and discusses coping strategies using the rainbow emotion wheel and DBT skills. She emphasizes the psychological costs of staying in to…
- Shifting Internal Narratives for Constructive Self-Perception - with Dr. Sean Condon
Dr. Sean Condon, a clinical psychologist, explains that divorce is a complex transition, not a failure. He highlights the importance of confronting divorce pain for healing and using therapy as a space for growth, compassion, and transform…
- Reconnecting After a Breakup: Building Healthy Relationships - with Kimia Moghadam
Kimia Moghadam, a mental health counselor, shares insights on reconnecting after a breakup, highlighting the importance of self-grace, community support, and compassionate communication in navigating relationship complexities and rediscove…
- Establishing Clear Expectations and Consequences for Proactive Parenting - with Gary J. Edelstein
Gary Edelstein, a psychotherapist, advocates for a collaborative co-parenting model that establishes clear expectations and consistent consequences across households to mitigate divorce-related conflict and support children's well-being.
- Understanding Root Causes: Key to Successful Divorce Mediation - with Avi Kahan
Avi Kahan, a mediator, explains his approach to divorce mediation, which involves understanding underlying conflicts and creating solutions rather than just facilitating legal processes. He advocates for viewing divorce as a positive trans…
- Structured Communication Methods for Healing Relationships Post-Divorce - with Trisha Sanders
Trisha Sanders, a licensed clinical social worker, explains how structured communication techniques such as mirroring, empathy, and validation are essential for healing relationships post-divorce. She highlights the importance of emotional…
- Divorce Settlements: Balancing Emotions with Financial Realities - with Jeff Landers
Jeff Landers, with over 40 years of experience in divorce finance, advises prioritizing financial decisions over emotional ones during divorce settlements. He stresses the importance of being involved in household finances before divorce a…
- Market Trends and Property Conditions: Crucial Considerations in Divorce - with Nikki Beauchamp
Nikki Beauchamp, a real estate expert, advises on handling property transactions during divorce. She highlights the emotional aspects of selling a home, the complexities of property valuation and buyouts, and the importance of professional…
- Establishing Boundaries and Co-Parenting in Divorce - with Jessica McCarthy PSY.D.
Dr. Jessica McCarthy explains that divorce offers a chance for a new beginning, not guaranteed happiness. She stresses the importance of self-reflection, setting boundaries, and self-discovery for a purposeful post-divorce life. Key takeaw…
- The Role of Parents in Teaching Money Management - with Ed Vargo
Ed Vargo, founder of Burning River Advisory Group, advocates for financial literacy, particularly for women, inspired by his mother's experiences. He stresses the importance of parents teaching children money management, open family discus…