Divorcing Well

This week, I am joined by Wayne Rudson, President of Rudson Valuation Group, to discuss business valuations and income assessments, which are issues that are often seen in family law files involving self-employment. These assessments are done on the marriage date, and again on the separation date. Often where one spouse is self employed their reported income may be very different than their actual...

This week, I am joined by Julie Garcia, a licensed marriage and family therapist, who discusses how to take care of your mental health during a divorce. We talk about the danger of alcohol dependency, and how to best use other resources, such as medication, safely and effectively. Julie provides numerous strategies for individuals to be able to successfully get to a place of acceptance and healing...

In this week’s episode, I chat with Deborah Capaccio who shares her story of marriage, divorce, remarriage and having to make the extremely difficult decision to agree to having her son live across the country with his Dad because that was what was best for him at that time.  So many parents put their own egos and needs first.  Deborah vulnerably shares how hard it was to set aside her o...

In this week’s episode, I am excited to interview Steve Kee, a multi-award winning strategic communications executive who is also divorced and remarried.  Steve provides listeners with a males perspective on divorce, remarriage and blended families.  So often we only hear about how women experience divorce so I am grateful that Steve was willing to share his experience to provide insight...

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Christine Knott who shares her inspiring story of resiliency through divorce.  Christine shares the challenges she went through after an abusive relationship and she discusses how she was able to rebuild her life.  If you are struggling to rebuild after your separation or divorce, you won’t want to miss this episode.

In this episode Kelly Kubas, a life and divorce coach, joins us to share her story on how she dealt with her divorce and the steps she took for a happier life.  Kelly tells her story about her life before divorce, and the challenges she went through leaving her abusive marriage.  She shares what is was like answering questions from her children about why she "put" her exhusband in jail f...

In this week’s episode I chat with successful real estate agent and business coach, Ronn James, about a male perspective on divorce .  Ronn has been through a few divorces and he shares his insights and the male point of view which we don’t often hear.  Whether you are male or female, Ronn provides an important perspective as he discusses his divorce challenges and shares his lessons. &n...

In today’s episode I chat with Ben Heldfond and Nikki DeBartolo, creators of the book “Our Happy Divorce” and talk about the obstacles they have had to overcome throughout their divorce.  Going through a divorce can be an extremely difficult process that leaves many people in a great amount of distress.  Ben and Nikki share their story on how they overcome their challenges throughout the...

Today I spoke with attorney, Ida Mirzadeh, about the important topic of prenuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements and marriage contracts. Ida is a family lawyer and has significant expertise in domestic contracts. These are all extremely important topics for anyone in a relationship to talk about, and Ida explains in detail why.   In this episode she gives her advice on the importance of...

I am very excited for today’s episode. With me today is Finnerty Steeves who is a writer, producer, and actress who's been in multiple movies, commercials, and television shows including the Sopranos and Orange is the New Black. Finnerty’s first feature as a writer and producer, alongside actress is in the movie is “before/during/after” which is an extraordinary movie on divorce. Finnerty’s own di...

In this week’s episode I interview Certified Divorce Coach, Jennifer Lawrence of Designed Divorce about the important topic of financial abuse.  Many people are aware of the problem of physical or emotion abuse, but financial abuse isn’t talked about as much.  There are many spouses out there who are completely controlled financially by their partner, and this poses significant problems...

In this week’s episode I am joined by fellow attorney, Patra Sinner, to discuss the difference for clients between litigation and alternative dispute resolution.  Patra is a Principal Attorney and Mediator with Sodoma Law P.C. and has been practicing law in the United States for over 17 years.  I always enjoy chatting with a fellow attorney, particularly in another country, and Patra’s u...

In this week’s episode I interview Coach T. Anthony, a respected US dating consultant and author of the book, "The Art of Online Seduction". We discuss dating after divorce and it’s so great to get the male perspective. In particular, Coach T. Anthony provides an honest male answer to the question, “is it more challenging for women over 50 to find good men?”  You won’t want to miss this episo...

This week I chat with divorce coach, Elisabeth Parsons, from the Separation Club about the benefits to your divorce and your wallet when you work with a divorce coach.  Elisabeth provides some great supports to clients going through separation and divorce, and in the interview some has some great tips to manage stress, use your lawyer more effectively, and save money on your legal fees.

In this week’s episode, I chat with life and divorce coach, Paula Seligman, about designing your post divorce life.  I love this episode because it puts such a positive spin on divorce and how it can be an opportunity to create the life of your dreams.  Divorce is so often associated with challenges and stress, but Paula shows listeners the positive side of divorce and how it can be an o...

In this week’s episode of the Divorcing Well Podcast, I chat with Jennifer Lawrence, of Designed Divorce, about how to get smart with your money during divorce.  Jennifer discusses how to get the right help, smart money tips and traps to avoid, especially when it comes to finances. To contact Jennifer Lawrence visit: www.designeddivirce.com

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I interview Ryan Bensen, a Forensic and Litigation Accountant who specializes in complex family law matters involving calculations of income for support and business valuations.  These issues come up in matters where one party is trying to hide money and their income tax return does not accurately reflect their true income.  Business valuations a...

In this week’s episode I interview top performing, real estate agent, Anna Oliver, about selling the matrimonial home in a divorce while we are going through the challenges of COVID-19. Anna provides some great ideas and fantastic advice for those who are in this situation. To contact Anna, you can email her at annaolivergroup@sothebysrealty.ca

In this week’s episode I chat with certified relationship coach, Marisa Lupo, about finding your purpose through  divorce.  Marisa discusses her own divorce, the lack of support she felt, and her lost identity and how through lots of hard inner work she was able to discover her own purpose while going through the challenges of divorce.  Marisa now works with others to help them do t...

This week I chat with Chartered Financial Divorce Specialist, Patricia Greco, about the extremely important topic of divorce and your finances.  Most aspects of divorce come down to money so it is really important to understand your finances and put together the right team to ensure that you are protected.  Many people are uncomfortable discussing money, but it is so important.  Tun...

In today’s episode, I interview author and life coach, Shaunna Lee, about the topic of starting over after divorce.  Many people are devastated by divorce and need to rebuild their life, their finances and the relationships.  Shaunna discusses her own inspiring story and provide some great advice for those who are in the process of starting over following their divorce.  If you are...

In today’s episode of Divorcing Well, I had the pleasure of interviewing Nikki Bruno. Nikki is an empowerment coach and founder of The Epic Comeback™, holds degrees from Princeton and Harvard Universities, and has been featured in outlets such as Forbes, Reader’s Digest, Authority Magazine, Cosmopolitan. Nikki and I delve into her diverse program where we discuss a comeback path and how to turn tr...

In today’s episode of Divorcing Well I interview Michael Shuster.  Michael is Ontario’s first Real Estate Divorce Specialist, Ontario’s first Certified Divorce Specialist, a Certified Negotiator, author and keynote speaker.  Michael and I discuss common mistakes that couples make when selling the matrimonial home during their divorce.  With his extensive background in real estate, M...

In this week’s episode I chat with Accredited Family Mediator, Arbitrator, Social Worker and Divorce Coach Jennifer Barkin about coparenting children with special needs.  Jennifer discusses the challenges for parents in this situation as well as some of the important issues to consider in parenting plans. To contact Jennifer, please visit: www.torontofamilymediation.ca

In this week’s episode of Divorcing Well, I chat with Love Life Coach, Diana Mikas.  Diana uses her expertise in holistic nutrition , reiki and wellness coaching to help empower women going through divorce and breakups by helping them recover from the trauma, recharge their bodies and reclaim their lives. So many people going through divorce suffer trauma and Diana discusses how to know when...