The Aftermath: The Epidemic of Divorce, Custody and Healing

Join Kindra and Mick as they talk with Dawn Rishard on how to love yourself after divorce and be worthy of love again. How do you normalize relationship struggles? How do you redefine your life without your partner in it? How do you manage through the grief? Dawn answers all that and more! Dawn has 2 decades as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems. She empowers people to...

Share in a few minutes with Mick and Kindra as they reflect on how Leanne is not only helping women and men in a divorce, but she counsels them worldwide from Dubai, India, Pakistan, Australia and the Americas. In addition, we talk about how you can start to heal yourself after a divorce. Most men but not exclusively so, are harmed by divorce. Divorce and custody is an international and growi...

Join Kindra and Mick as they dig deep into a conversation with Leanne Kanzler as they talk divorce disasters and how to heal. Psychologist, Coach, TEDx Speaker, #1 Best Selling Author Life has not always been as clear as it is now. In fact at the time my marriage of 17 years fell apart I really didn’t know what was in store for me. Today, 10 years since those days of anxiety, depression and fighti...

 Kindra Riber and Mick Smith talk divorce, custody and family trauma today on The Aftermath Podcast. Answered audience questions: Although divorced, people can change and improve their behavior. As defined, Parental Alienation Syndrome ( PAS) entails an intentional process directed against the other parent.  The medical community has been against defining PAS as a syndrome. Some exp...

Divorce, parental alienation, and family conflict are something you cannot do alone. Kindra and Mick join expert Dr. Finneran as she answers questions about parental alienation and divorce. Today-make the commitment to stop the journey of family trauma and relationship issues alone. Kindra Riber and Mick Smith welcome Dr. Finneran back to the studio and talk more about the mental toll divorce and...

Childhood can be marred by divorce as JC's was; so what can be done? 1. An interesting quote was revealed: "messed up but now blessed up." 2. JC advises an integrated life, even if you have a good career, prioritize your family. 3. If needed, seek a mental health professional. 4. A professional can assist in discovering a key time, what JC described as a "snap" moment which was the basis of his tr...

In this episode, we talk about conquering our mindset when facing a divorce or custody battle. Kindra and Mick dive deep into the power of changing our minds and controlling our negative thoughts when the stress of divorce or trauma is looming with Dr. JC Doornick. Dr. JC Doornick “Dragon” comes from a fascinating life and family history full of pioneers in the entertainment industry and professio...

Divorce is difficult. Custody battles are painful- and parental alienation is a systematic form of abuse. Listen to Kindra and Mick unpack the 10 biggest lessons they learned from their guest Michele Fineran. 10 Takeaways: 1. The definition of Parental Alienation Syndrome has changed and is recognized now. 2. Many children return to the alienated parent as they get older. 3. There are age-appropri...

Kindra Riber and Mick Smith are talking about everything that they learned with Dr. Marni from Episode #5. What are the red flags you need to look for when you are entering or are in a poisonous relationship? The Aftermath Experts have compiled the 5 main takeaways from Dr. Marni Foderaro: 1. Take the high road and parent only as you are able. 2. Write or creatively express your frustration, anger...

In today's episode, we are talking with Dr. Marni Foderaro and we talk about narcissists, and our journeys to seek true love. Are you ignoring red flags in your relationship? Dr. Marni is an expert on domestic abuse and parental alienation- and is bringing her powerful story to The Aftermath. Dr. Marni Hill Foderaro is an award-winning educator and celebrated author. She earned her docto...

From The Aftermath, Kindra and Mick present their He Said/She Said reaction to Elizabeth McNeese from the National Parents Organization.  If you missed the whole episode: https://www.podpage.com/the-aftermath-the-epidemic-of-divorce-custody-and-healing-1/uniting-parents-in-turmoil-with-elizabeth-mcneese-of-the-national-parents-organization/ During this episode, we learn about current legislat...

During this episode, we learn about current legislation, expertise, and research about custody and parental alienation, and hopeful information for parents caught in the crossfire. Kindra and Mick welcome an expert from the National Parents Association. If you are struggling, know you are not alone. Elizabeth McNeese from the National Parents Organization shares her leadership in this stimula...

In today's episode we are going to discuss the destructive power of gaslighting- and how it can tear apart families. Our special guest is Debbie Griffiths who relates her tale of gaslighting, trauma for her and her family, and her healing process, along with details of her forthcoming novel which you will want to buy. It is out soon!  What is Gaslighting? Gaslighting is the psy...

Welcome to The Aftermath. A podcast about divorce, custody battles, family trauma, and the healing thereafter. Today you will meet two warriors in the fight against the injustice of broken families. You will meet Dr. G. Mick Smith, the author of BURNING AMERICA - a powerful book about a fight to correct the injustices of child custody. You will meet Kindra Riber, a legislative advocate changing th...

In this episode, we are going to talk about WHY we need to talk about divorce, custody issues, and family trauma. We need to lock arms, especially if you are struggling through a divorce or high-conflict custody battle. The Aftermath hosts, Kindra Riber and Mick Smith talk about their challenging situations. They are making their pain their purpose. Mick Smith, the author of Burning America, was h...