Intentional Divorce Insights

In this episode, host Leah Hadley welcomes back Liesel Darby, divorce coach and mediator at Intentional Divorce Solutions, for an honest, compassionate conversation about the realities of self-care during divorce. Drawing from her own post-divorce experiences, Liesel shares both everyday challenges and actionable tips to help listeners prioritize their well-being through one of life’s most overwhe...

In this insightful episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah Hadley welcomes Amy Capello, an award-winning life balance strategist, certified productivity coach, author, and speaker. Together, they delve into the complexities of maintaining balance during and after a divorce, offering practical strategies and powerful mindset shifts to help listeners navigate this challenging life transition w...

Welcome to another insightful episode of Intentional Divorce Insights. In this episode, Leah Hadley and Lisa Johnson delve into the complexities of high conflict divorces. Lisa Johnson, a cofounder of Been There Got Out and a certified domestic violence advocate, shares her personal journey and expertise in handling high conflict divorce cases. Key Takeaways: - Identifying High Conflict Divorces:...

Welcome back to another insightful episode of Intentional Divorce Insights! Today, host Leah Hadley dives into the complexities of divorce involving children with special needs. She is joined by Mary Ann Hughes, a thought leader and specialist in this field, and the founder of Special Family Transitions. Key Take Aways: Special Needs Divorce Complexities: Mary Ann discusses how divorces involving...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, host Leah Hadley sits down with Susan Korb Bernstein, an experienced certified divorce coach specializing in high-conflict divorces. The discussion delves into understanding and managing high-conflict divorces, protecting children involved, and minimizing post-divorce issues. Key strategies and practical tips are shared for those facing current or i...

Join host Leah Hadley, a certified divorce financial analyst and accredited financial counselor, as she addresses the critical concern of market volatility and its impact on divorce settlements. In this insightful episode, Leah shares strategies for dividing investment accounts fairly and avoiding common pitfalls amidst market fluctuations. Key Takeaways: - Market volatility is a normal part of in...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah Hadley tackles the financial challenges and opportunities that come with divorcing at age 50 or older. Leah shares practical tips and empowering insights to help you navigate your divorce with clarity and intention, focusing on taking control of your financial future. Key Topics Covered: - Understanding Gray Divorce - Immediate Financial Steps...

In this insightful episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, host Leah Hadley, a certified divorce financial analyst and accredited financial counselor, welcomes Vicki Vollweiler, founder and CEO of College Financial Prep. Together, they delve into a critical yet often overlooked subject during divorce proceedings: college planning. Vicki brings over a decade of experience helping families, with a...

Join host Leah Hadley and special guest Bridget Potterton, a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE), as they discuss the unique challenges of handling real estate during divorce. Learn about common mistakes, current market impacts, and expert insights on navigating property decisions during this challenging transition. Key Topics Covered: - The differences between traditional real estate tran...

Welcome back to another episode of Intentional Divorce Insights! Today, Leah Hadley talks with Tamar Barbash, an accredited breakup and divorce coach with a background in social work. Tamar shares her unique perspective on viewing divorce as an opportunity for new beginnings. Key Takeaways: - Tamar's Journey: Tamar discusses her transition from social work to becoming a divorce coach. - Stigma and...

In this insightful episode of "Intentional Divorce Insights," hosts Leah Hadley and LeeAnn McKeon dive deep into the nuances of managing mortgages during divorce. LeeAnn McKeon brings over thirty years of experience in the mortgage lending industry and recently achieved her certified divorce lending professional (CDLP) designation. Her unique approach is grounded in empathy and understanding, maki...

In this episode, host Leah Hadley welcomes Michele Heffron, a certified life, relationship, and divorce coach, who shares her personal journey through divorce and how it led her to helping others navigate similar transitions. Key Topics Discussed: The importance of education and self-advocacy during divorce Why comparing your divorce to others can be counterproductive The value of setting intentio...

In this episode, Leah Hadley discusses essential investment strategies for those starting fresh after divorce. She provides practical guidance on: Key Topics Covered: - Understanding your financial position post-divorce - Setting clear financial goals - Creating smart investment strategies - Common investment mistakes to avoid Special Announcement: Free Masterclass: "From Separation to Security: A...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah sits down for an insightful conversation with the wonderful Tammy Gustafson, a counselor and coach specializing in healing after betrayal. Key Topics Discussed: - Tammy shares her background and passion for helping those who have experienced betrayal. She focuses on providing safe, empowering, and validating support for betrayed partners. -The...

In this enlightening episode, Leah Hadley sits down with Theresa Viera to dive deep into the often confusing and overwhelming vocabulary associated with the divorce process. Theresa shares her expert insights and personal experiences to help demystify family law terms and processes. Key Topics Discussed: - Her role as a family law attorney and her approach to negotiation, mediation, and litigation...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah Hadley, a certified divorce financial analyst and accredited financial counselor, delves into the prevalent issue of financial anxiety many individuals face after divorce. Leah provides insights on why financial anxiety happens, its impact on our lives, and actionable steps to overcome it, empowering listeners to move from a place of fear to co...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, host Leah Hadley speaks with Katie Wilcox Carter, a dedicated Virginia-based family law attorney. Katie shares her wealth of knowledge, focusing on empowering women through divorce and custody processes, and she underscores the importance of accurate, state-specific legal advice.  Key Topics Discussed:  - Understanding State-Specific Divor...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, host Leah Hadley talks with Lucy Price, a breakup and relationship coach, who helps individuals heal from heartbreak, get over their exes, and create fulfilling lives. Lucy specializes in guiding clients through the emotional challenges of breakups, teaching self-love, and helping them rebuild confidence and clarity for the future. Key Topics Discus...

In this enlightening episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, host Leah Hadley welcomes back Liesel Darby, Divorce Coach & Mediator. They discuss the transformative concept of a "restart" after divorce and the difference between setting intentions and goals. Liesel shares her personal experiences and professional insights to help people make intentional decisions during and after their divorce...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah Hadley, a certified divorce financial analyst and accredited financial counselor, delves into financial self-care during the holiday season, offering practical budgeting strategies and emotional well-being tips, particularly for those navigating life post-divorce or as single parents. Key Topics Discussed: - Importance of Financial Self Care: B...

In this timely episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, host Leah Hadley speaks with Andra Davidson about navigating the complexities of the holiday season during and after a divorce. Andra, a certified divorce coach and mediator, shares practical advice and strategies on how to manage holiday stress, communicate effectively, and maintain emotional wellness. Key Topics Discussed:  - Acknowled...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, host Leah Hadley sits down with Sara Thornhill, a heartbreak resilience coach who specializes in empowering lesbians and queer people to heal from devastating breakups and divorces. Sara shares her journey, including her struggles with heartbreak, coming out later in life, dealing with trauma, and finding sobriety. She also discusses her unique appr...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah Hadley talks with Shaunna Lee, a wellness coach, author, and host of her own podcast. Shaunna shares her personal journey through three divorces and how these experiences have shaped her mission to help other women, especially single moms, achieve financial success and personal empowerment.  Key Topics Discussed:  - Shaunna’s backgrou...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah Hadley welcomes back Liesel Darby to discuss her recent certification in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Divorce Coaching. Liesel shares the significance of this certification and how it aids clients in navigating divorce with minimal conflict and maximal empowerment. They delve into the benefits of ADR, differentiating it from traditional...

In this episode of Intentional Divorce Insights, Leah Hadley sits down with Erik Feig, an accomplished attorney, mediator, and parent, to delve into the unique challenges families with neurodiverse and special needs children face during a divorce. With a personal and professional background rooted deeply in mediation, Erik offers valuable strategies that keep the children's needs at the forefront...