The Jennifer Hargrave Show

You don't have to be an expert to have this conversation with your teen. You just have to start it. In honor of World Suicide Prevention Day, Jennifer Hargrave sits down with Dr. Kristin Kroll, founder of Little Dove Psychology in Austin, Texas, for a conversation every parent needs to hear. Dr. Kroll spent over a decade in academic medicine at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, and she brings that...

Going through a divorce and facing the sale of your home? You don't have to navigate it alone. In this episode, Board-Certified family law attorney Jennifer Hargrave sits down with Liz Crisostomo, a seasoned realtor with Coldwell Banker REALTORS® serving North Texas families. Liz has worked with dozens of clients navigating the emotional and financial complexity of selling a home during divorce —...

Are you stuck in a cycle of conflict with your co-parent? You're not alone — and it doesn't have to stay this way. In this episode of the Hargrave Family Law podcast, Board-Certified family law attorney Jennifer Hargrave sits down with Dr. Linda Threats, a renowned conflict resolution expert and court-appointed co-parenting therapist serving North Texas families. Dr. Threats has spent over 20 year...

If you’re going through a divorce in Texas, one of the biggest — and most emotional — questions is: Who gets the house? In today’s fluctuating interest rate environment, deciding whether to keep, refinance, sell, or assume a mortgage can dramatically impact your financial future. In this episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, Dallas divorce attorney Jennifer Hargrave sits down with Certified Divor...

Intimacy is one of the most natural parts of being human — and one of the hardest to talk about. In this episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, Dallas divorce attorney Jennifer Hargrave sits down with intimacy coach and educator JenMG to explore what happens to desire, confidence, and connection during and after divorce — and how to rebuild them in a healthy, empowered way. Together, they unpack:...

Your youngest child is leaving for college—and suddenly your life feels wide open and uncertain at the same time. In this episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, Dallas family law attorney Jennifer Hargrave sits down with licensed professional counselor Susan Schlehuber to talk about what really happens when parents enter the empty nest years. Together, they explore: How marriage changes when the k...

Feeling stuck in your relationship, career, or life? Therapist Annie Tam explains why high achievers get overwhelmed—and how to get unstuck using values-based tools that actually work. In this episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, licensed professional counselor Annie Tam shares practical strategies for moving out of overwhelm, decision fatigue, and people-pleasing patterns. We discuss why achiev...

When your child suddenly says, “I don’t want to go to Mom’s” or “I don’t want to see Dad,” it can feel confusing, overwhelming, and deeply painful. Is it parental alienation? A safety concern? A loyalty bind? Or something else entirely? In this episode, Dallas divorce attorney Jennifer Hargrave sits down with custody expert Christy Bradshaw Schmidt to break down what’s really happening when kids r...

If you love someone with a disability—or care about inclusive employment—you’ll love this episode. Dallas divorce attorney Jennifer Hargrave talks with Lauren Smith (Executive Director) and Kit Marshall (Administrative Coordinator) from Hugs Cafe about creating meaningful jobs, building confidence, and expanding from McKinney to Dallas. What we cover: Hugs’ 4 programs: Cafe, Greenhouse, Training A...

How to Protect Your Child with Special Needs as They Become an Adult — Guardianship, SSI & Trust Planning in Texas When your child with special needs approaches adulthood, preparation is key. In this episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, Dallas divorce attorney Jennifer Hargrave sits down with estate planning attorney Adrian Gray, founder of Grace Estate Law, to explain how parents can protec...

How can survivors of domestic violence find dignity, support, and real hope for the future? In this episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, Jennifer Hargrave speaks with Jennifer Jones, founder of Hagar’s Heart, a North Texas nonprofit bringing hope and healing for domestic violence survivors. From "I See You" Boxes filled with self-care items and handwritten letters to community events like the Wo...

If you’re going through a divorce in Dallas, one of the biggest questions is: What happens to the house? In this episode, Dallas divorce attorney Jennifer Hargrave sits down with DFW real estate broker Hunter Dehn to explore the critical intersection of divorce and real estate. Together, they break down: ✅ How to value your home during divorce (beyond Zillow & appraisal district estimates) ✅...

In this profoundly moving and insightful episode, Jennifer Hargrave sits down with Awstin Gregg — a healthcare entrepreneur, clinician, and global mental health speaker — to explore the foundational frameworks for emotional wellness. According to Austin, 99% of mental health issues can be improved with the right belief-based framework. Together, they unpack three essential pillars: forgiveness , g...

Is your relationship in trouble? In this powerful episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, licensed counselor and Gottman Method expert Candy Marcum shares invaluable insight into how couples can shift toxic patterns and rebuild connection — before it’s too late. We explore the Four Horsemen of the Relationship — criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling — and learn practical antidotes fo...

In this powerful and hopeful episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, Jennifer welcomes Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, founder of The Marriage Restoration Project, to discuss practical tools and deep insights for transforming troubled marriages. Drawing from personal experience and decades of professional work, Rabbi Slatkin introduces the foundational principles of Imago therapy—a relational model that trea...

👧⚖️ When parents split, legal strategy isn’t enough—you need a kid-first game plan. In this episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, Dallas family-law attorney Jennifer Hargrave teams up with custody litigator Misty Cole to spotlight five thorny issues that most often derail co-parenting…and the proven fixes that keep children out of the crossfire. From school transfers and extracurricular tug-of-w...

How do you stand up for yourself during divorce without starting a war? In this episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, Jennifer sits down with seasoned mediator and collaborative divorce expert Carey Silvestri to discuss how self-advocacy, empathy, and smart strategy can lead to better outcomes - for you and your family. Carey shares wisdom from decades of experience and her training at the Harvar...

Learn what this Former "Kid in the Middle" turned divorce attorney wants every parent to know about high conflict custody litigation and divorce. In this heartfelt episode of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, Jennifer sits down with Parker Pannell, an associate attorney at Hargrave Family Law and a child of divorce herself. Parker shares her personal story of navigating her parents' divorce at the age o...

When you're facing divorce or a custody dispute, information is power — but gathering it can feel overwhelming, especially if you haven’t handled the finances or paperwork before. In this episode, Jennifer Hargrave sits down with Katherine Zimmerman, Senior Attorney at Hargrave Family Law, to walk you through exactly what information you need, how to get it, and why getting organized early can sav...

In Episode 80 of The Jennifer Hargrave Show, we dive into the critical topic of Emergency Orders in Family Law Cases with special guest LaQuisha Batson. As a compassionate and strategic attorney apart of the Hargrave Family Law Team, LaQuisha brings a wealth of experience. Navigating emergency orders can be overwhelming, especially during high-stress family law situations. In this episode, LaQuish...

LGBTQ families are navigating uncertain times as key legal protections like Obergefell v. Hodges face potential challenges. In this insightful podcast, Jennifer Hargrave sits down with Lorie Burch, an estate planning expert and advocate for the LGBTQ community, to discuss how families can protect their rights and plan for the future. From securing parental rights through second-parent adoption to...

Finding Clarity in Relationships: Exploring Therapy with MarQui McGill, M.S., LMFT  Feeling stuck in your relationship? MarQui McGill. licensed marriage and family therapist and the founder of Space and Grace Counseling joins Jennifer Hargrave to discuss the transformative power of marriage and discernment counseling. Learn how these tools can build better communication, foster connection, and off...

Healing After Betrayal: Rebuilding Trust with Monique Thompson, DHA, LPC, LPC-S, Infidelity and Mental Health Expert Dr. Monique Thompson, therapist and author, joins Jennifer Hargrave to discuss her transformative book, Infidelity Recovery: Workbook for Couples. This episode explores evidence-based tools and strategies to help couples rebuild trust, improve communication, and foster intimacy afte...

Addicted:  What to do when someone you love is struggling with Addiction If you’ve loved someone who struggles with drug and alcohol addiction, you know how incredibly challenging it is to actually help that person get help.  Our guest today is an expert at helping families from across the United States access lifesaving drug and alcohol treatment for their loved ones through the Florida Marchman...