Nicole Sodoma, a nationally recognized family law attorney and founder of one of the largest family law firms in the Carolinas, breaks down how business valuation works in divorce proceedings and why both spouses are often operating with blind spots that can cost them dearly.

From the quiet strategies used to undervalue a business to the surprising ways lifestyle clues can tell a truer financial story than a tax return, there's far more to uncovering what a business is actually worth than most people expect. 

As a business owner who has navigated divorce herself, Nicole understands and explains how business owners often minimize what their company is worth, while the non-owner spouse may have no idea what questions to ask or what information to look for to dispute that value. 

Nicole also explores the emotionally exhausting stretch between separation and final divorce, especially for entrepreneurs and business owners who are trying to keep a company running while their personal life is unraveling. She highlights the “divorce fog” that can cloud judgment, the risks of making decisions too fast, and the importance of building a strong team before problems spiral.

If you or someone you know owns a business and is going through a divorce, this podcast episode can make the difference between navigating through it with financial stability versus allowing your divorce to drive you to the edge of a financial cliff.

About Nicole

Nicole Sodoma is a nationally recognized family law attorney, author and thought leader redefining divorce, co-parenting and modern family dynamics. She is the founder and managing principal of Sodoma Law, the largest family law firm in North and South Carolina. A former litigator, certified parenting coordinator and collaborative law attorney, Nicole draws on her own lived experience as a step-parent, mother, ex-wife and entrepreneur to provide personalized strategies and tools for families navigating complex transitions. She is the author of Please Don’t Say You’re Sorry, which helps readers navigate the challenges of marriage and divorce with insight, humor and practical tools to move forward. Nicole is also the founder of the Sodoma Law Foundation and has been featured in outlets including The Wall Street Journal, USA Today and Business Insider.

Connect with Nicole

You can connect with Nicole on LinkedIn at Sodoma Law and on Facebook at Sodoma Law.  You can follow Nicole on YouTube at Sodoma Law and on Instagram at The Sodoma Way.  To learn more about working with Nicole, visit her website at Sodoma Law.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

As Lisa explains, divorce disrupts your identity, your nervous system, and the story you’ve told yourself for years about who you are. But with the proper perspective, mindset and a few practical tools, you can turn that disruption into a transformation 

In this episode Lisa introduces the concept of "strategic empathy," a practical tool rooted in neuroscience for dealing with even the most difficult, high-conflict, co-parenting situations.

From tiny gratitude practices to mindset shifts that rewire how you see yourself, Lisa offers surprisingly simple, stackable steps that can pull you out of the darkest moments of divorce. Her approach opens the door to a different kind of transformation - one where divorce becomes not just something you survive, but something that can fundamentally change how you see yourself and your future.

If you've ever felt like you've lost yourself in the divorce process, this conversation might just change how you think about what's possible on the other side.

About Lisa

Lisa Z. Lisser is a Certified Divorce Coach®, BeH2O® Child-Centered Coparenting Coach, and founder of LZL Coaching, where she integrates strategy with soul-centered transformation. A retired attorney with a master’s degree in Jewish education and more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership, Lisa brings a rare combination of legal insight, lived experience, and spiritual grounding to the divorce process. After navigating her own divorce, she recognized that beyond legal decisions, divorce is a profound identity shift — one that calls for clarity of values, courage, and conscious intention.

Lisa helps clients slow down the emotional noise, reconnect to their deeper “why,” and build strategies rooted in who they are becoming. She believes that when divorce is approached as both a practical and spiritual transition, it becomes not just survivable — but transformative.

Connect with Lisa

You can connect with Lisa on LinkedIn at Lisa Z. Lisser and on Facebook at LZL Coaching.  You can follow Lisa on Instagram at Divorce Coach Lisa and on YouTube at The Divorce Clarity Studio with Lisa Lisser.  To learn more about working with Lisa visit her website at LZL Coaching.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Carly unpacks the connection between physical stress and emotional turmoil in a way that’s practical, relatable, and (most importantly) DO-ABLE. Her advice resonates whether you're navigating a divorce, a diagnosis, or just a season of life that's knocked you flat. 

Carly explains why stress tanks your motivation to move right when movement matters most, and how even small, consistent actions can shift your brain chemistry and help you feel more in control. We talk about Carly's 15-minute fitness method, the principle of habit stacking, and the one thing Carly believes everyone needs before they can sustain any healthy habit long-term. (Spoiler Alert: it has nothing to do with willpower.)

This conversation connects movement, mindset, and personal resilience in a way that challenges common excuses and invites a fresh perspective on what it really means to take care of yourself when life gets hard.

About Carly

Carly Fauth is a fitness instructor, mentor, and cancer exercise specialist with over 15 years of experience helping people build strength, resilience, and confidence through movement that fits their real lives. As the founder of Fit in Fitness and FitFunCarly, she creates accessible programs—from one-on-one coaching to group experiences—that help people reconnect with their bodies and feel empowered through intentional, joy-filled movement. A triple-negative breast cancer survivor, Carly continued teaching and exercising throughout chemotherapy and surgery, and now supports cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers in staying active through treatment and beyond. Her mission is to show that movement isn’t just exercise—it can be medicine, empowerment, and joy, even in just 15 minutes a day.

Connect with Carly

You can connect with Carly on LinkedIn at Carly Fauth and on Facebook at Fit Fun Carly.  You can follow Carly on YouTube at Fit Fun Carly and Instagram at Fit Fun Carly.  To learn more about working with Carly, visit her website at Fit Fun Carly.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Jim explains how common credit mistakes, from identity theft to identity confusion and mis-reported credit information, can quietly wreak havoc on your credit score. He also walks through the specific red flags you should look for when reviewing your own report. He also reveals the one legitimate website where you can pull all three of your credit reports completely free, and how to tell the difference between a soft and hard inquiry.

Jim also talks about the divorce-specific scenarios that most people (and even many divorce attorneys!) never even think about. From joint credit cards to authorized user accounts, Jim outlines the surprisingly easy steps that, if taken during the divorce process, could save you from a financial nightmare on the other side.

About Jim

Jim Smith is a consumer protection attorney with over 20 years of experience litigating under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. He specializes in reviewing credit reports during divorce to help clients identify errors, identity theft, and joint account issues that could impact their financial future post-divorce.

Connect with Jim

You can connect with Jim on LinkedIn at James Smith.  To learn more about working with Jim, visit his website at Fair Credit Attorneys.

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Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

After interviewing over 170 divorce experts and real people who've been through the divorce process, the Off the Fence podcast team has distilled three years' worth of podcast conversations into the five most expensive mistakes divorcing people make so that YOU can avoid making them yourself.

This episode opens by examining the patterns that kept showing up across all different experts (lawyers, mediators, therapists, financial professionals, coaches, and people who have lived through the process themselves) over the past three years. You’ll discover common themes, hard-won wisdom, and practical tools you can use in your own life.

What makes this episode especially useful is the way it moves from big-picture awareness to practical application. It doesn’t just name common divorce mistakes; it explains why people make them and how those mistakes play out in real life 

You’ll get links to the specific experts and topics you want to explore, from decision-making to divorce process choices, financial preparation, high-conflict dynamics, and emotional regulation. 

This episode functions like a mini divorce roadmap. It will help you slow down, see the divorce process more strategically, and recognize that better outcomes usually come from better preparation, better self-awareness, and better choices made early.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

With over 20 years of experience and a fresh approach called Relational Life Therapy, Christie explains how the coping mechanisms that protected us in childhood often sabotage our adult relationships. 

Instead of treating both partners as "the problem," Christie focuses on the dysfunctional pattern they've created together. This one small shift changes everything, because when you’re focused on your own behavior, you can change the pattern and dynamic of your entire relationship even if your partner doesn’t change.

Christie also dives deeply into themes like emotional attunement, boundaries, intimacy, and why communication tools alone rarely fix relationship disconnection. 

If your marriage is struggling and traditional marriage counseling just hasn’t worked, this podcast episode can open the door to a whole new approach that just might save your marriage.

About Christie

Christie Bemis is a psychotherapist, sex educator, and relationship coach with over 20 years of experience helping people deepen intimacy and connection. She’s the founder of Hot Pink YOUniversity, host of the Ignite Your Life podcast, and author of multiple offerings that empower people to reignite passion and prioritize love.

Connect with Christie

You can connect with Christie on LinkedIn at Christie Bemis and on Facebook at Hot Pink You. You can follow Christie on Instagram at Christie Bemis and on YouTube at Hot Pink YOUniversity. To learn more about working with Christie, visit her website at Christie Bemis.

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Curious about the health of your relationship? Christie is offering the SPARCS Assessment for couples on her website. In less than 10 minutes, this online tool evaluates all six areas of partnership — helping you celebrate your strengths and pinpoint the areas that could use a little more love and support.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In 2020 Ilyssa launched a nationally syndicated radio show, streaming TV series, and website dedicated to demystifying every aspect of divorce. From the shocking cost of legal retainers to why fighting over the family home might be the worst financial decision you'll make, Ilyssa breaks down the critical mistakes people make when they're too emotional to think straight. 

She explains why your legal team is just one piece of a much larger puzzle and how to analyze decisions in a common-sense way that will keep the drama (and your legal fees!) down.

Whether you're considering divorce, in the middle of one, or trying to rebuild after, Ilyssa’s hard-won wisdom offers a roadmap through the chaos. She tackles everything from hidden liens on your house to what happens to kids when parents vent publicly about their divorce. 

Ilyssa wraps up with a message of hope: that with the right preparation and the right team, you can emerge from divorce not broken, but empowered.  

(And yes, we talk about celebrity divorce, too!)

About Ilyssa

Veteran journalist Ilyssa Panitz is a trailblazer - one of the world's foremost journalists about divorce and a highly accomplished entertainment news reporter, producer, and editor for more than 25+ years. Ilyssa began writing about divorce for Authority Magazine in 2020. Her work with the publication led Ilyssa to launch a website and radio show tackling every issue and angle surrounding all stages of divorce. Her nationally syndicated show "The Divorce Hour with Ilyssa Panitz" airs every Saturday and Sunday on CRN Digital Talk Radio Network and streams on 14 platforms including Spotify, Amazon, iTunes, Apple, and all podcast platforms. In 2024, Ilyssa debuted her new streaming television series "Ways Thru Divorce" on Your Home TV, a free on-demand streaming platform. Throughout her career, Ilyssa's important connections in the world of entertainment, sports, and business have made her a go-to writer for A-list talents like Tom Hanks, John Travolta, Dolly Parton, Oprah, Jane Fonda, Will Smith, Venus Williams, Meryl Streep, Jay Leno and more. Ilyssa is one of the most well-rounded journalists in the industry today. 

Connect with Ilyssa

You can follow Ilyssa on Instagram, X and TikTok @ilyssapanitz and get exclusive content from The Divorce Hour and Ways Thru Divorce on Instagram @thedivorcehour and @waysthrudivorce.  To learn more about working with Ilyssa, visit her website at Ilyssa Panitz.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

As a licensed clinical social worker with decades of experience, Oona shares how her own divorce led her to create structured, therapist-led divorce support groups for women who desperately needed reassurance, guidance, and a sense that they weren’t alone. Through that work, Oona has identified five distinct phases of divorce grief that everyone who experiences a divorce will go through.

Like Elisabeth Kubler Ross’ five stages of grief, Oona’s five phases of divorce grief provide structure to what otherwise seems to be a chaotic experience. Identifying and understanding those phases of grief provide those navigating divorce with a roadmap through one of life's most disorienting experiences

In this podcast episode, Oona walks through how heartbreak, emotional ups and downs, healing, letting go, and moving forward actually show up in real life. She also offers practical insight into boundaries, high-conflict co-parenting, and dating after divorce, all with a focus on helping women regain clarity, confidence, and a sense of self.

If you or someone you love is navigating the choppy waters of divorce grief, this podcast episode will provide you with the structure and support you need to get through your challenges with more confidence and grace.

About Oona

Oona Metz is the author of Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women. She is a therapist with 30 years of clinical experience. For the past 15 years she has specialized in treating women navigating divorce. She leads three weekly divorce support groups and trains mental health professionals to lead them as well. 

Connect with Oona

You can connect with Oona on LinkedIn at Oona Metz and on Facebook at Women Navigating Divorce.  You can follow Oona on YouTube at Oona Metz and on Instagram at Oona Metz.  To learn more about working with Oona, visit her website at Oona Metz.

New from Oona

Oona’s new book is what you need to support you through the emotional side of divorce.  Order your copy now!  Unhitched:  The Essential Divorce Guide for Women.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode, Terry Gaspard, a licensed therapist, author, and relationship expert, explains why money becomes such a charged issue in relationships and how childhood experiences shape our money beliefs in ways we rarely recognize. 

Drawing from both professional research and her own personal experience, Terry talks about the scarcity versus abundance mindsets and why a clash of mindsets quietly drives conflict, even in strong relationships.

Unexamined money beliefs turn into blame, defensiveness, and power struggles, often without either partner understanding what’s really happening. Terry shares how awareness, education, and intentional money conversations can help couples uncover their money “scripts,” understand each other’s financial styles, and stop treating financial disagreements as personal attacks. 

Whether you're struggling with conflicting money mindsets or just want to strengthen your financial partnership, this conversation offers actionable strategies that can transform how you handle money as a couple.

About Terry 

Terry Gaspard, MSW, LICSW, is a licensed therapist with over thirty years of clinical experience specializing in individuals, couples, and families, divorce, remarriage, as well as an author, nonfiction writer, and college instructor. She is a contributor to Huffington Post, The Good Men Project, The Gottman Institute Blog, and Marriage.com.  Two of her research studies on adult children of divorce have been published in the Journal of Divorce and Remarriage.

Connect with Terry 

You can find Terry on LinkedIn at Terry Gaspard, Facebook at Moving Past Divorce, Twitter at Moving Past Divorce and on her website at Moving Past Divorce.

New from Terry

You can find Terry's new book, Let's Talk About Money: Low-Conflict Conversations for Couples" available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble.  Also available on audiobook on Amazon.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Riana explains how tapping into the unconscious mind, releasing old emotional “marbles” like anger, shame, and fear, and practicing true forgiveness allowed her to stop repeating painful patterns and finally create a healthy, aligned partnership. Now Riana uses simple but powerful tools to help her clients do the same thing.

Riana’s work is radically different than traditional techniques and sits somewhere between therapy and traditional coaching. What matters most is incredible results Riana helps her clients achieve in a fraction of the time most people spend in therapy.

Finally, Riana introduces her Extraordinary Love Index (“ELI”), a free diagnostic assessment designed to help you answer one big question: what’s actually standing between you and extraordinary love? 

If you’re looking to break free from your old patterns and finally discover the love you’ve always wanted, this podcast episode is for you.

About Riana

Riana helps high-achieving women who’ve built a life they’re proud of in their career, family, friendships and growth but still feel stuck in the same old love patterns. Through her signature method, she helps them rewire the subconscious beliefs and recode the nervous system responses that have shaped their relationships for decades, so they can finally create extraordinary love that matches the life they’ve built.

Connect with Riana

You can connect with Riana on LinkedIn at Riana Malia and on Facebook at Riana Malia.  You can follow Riana on her You Tube channel at Riana Malia and on Instagram at Riana Malia. To learn more about working with Riana, visit her website at Riana Malia.

Free Assessment:  Extraordinary Love Index

A 40-question self-discovery tool that reveals the hidden patterns quietly shaping your love life and keeping you from the extraordinary partnership you’re ready for. Listeners receive a personalized 28-page report that highlights their unique blueprint and the next steps to reset it.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode, we dive deeply into high-conflict divorces, exploring what happens when only one spouse is reasonable or when opposing counsel ramps up the conflict for profit. Jonathan also shares practical strategies for dealing with difficult spouses and identifying problematic lawyers. [Hint: If your lawyer isn't returning calls within 24 hours, that's a red flag.] 

Jonathan’s law firm has also pioneered an unconventional approach to family law. It’s the only Chicago law firm that has a divorce coach on staff to bridge the gap between legal expertise and emotional support, and in this episode you’ll discover what a difference that makes.

Finally, Jonathan explains divorce trial realities that would shock most people, from cases getting trial dates scattered over an entire year, to judges taking months to issue rulings, and costs mounting relentlessly. We also talk about the benefits of mediation and the way COVID has permanently shifted the landscape in divorce.

If you are even considering going to trial in your divorce (or if you have no choice), this podcast episode is one you can’t afford to miss. 

About Jonathan

Jonathan Merel is an experienced attorney who advocates for his clients in all divorce and family law proceedings, including settlement negotiations and trials. Jonathan founded Merel Family Law in early 2009 after working for many years at another family law firm in Chicago. Through his hard work and unwavering dedication to his clients, Jonathan has quickly grown the firm to become one of the premier divorce and family law firms in the Chicagoland area.

Connect with Jonathan

You can connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn at Jonathan Merel.  You can follow Jonathan on Instagram at Merel Family Law and listen to his podcast  All Things Divorce Podcast. To learn more about working with Jonathan, visit his website at Merel Family Law.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode, Ravit reveals how cycling through lawyers, escalating court battles, and making emotionally reactive decisions only fueled the conflict and nearly broke her physically, financially, and emotionally. Through self-representation, intense self-development, and learning how to remove emotion from strategy, Ravit discovered that winning in divorce has far less to do with aggression and far more to do with how you show up. 

The conversation goes beyond legal process and dives into the often-ignored reality that divorce is mostly about the human being going through it, not just the paperwork. 

Now a divorce scientist and the founder of the Irooze Divorce Community, Ravit helps parents navigate separation and divorce by matching them with specialized professionals who address not just their legal paperwork and financial documents, but their mind, body, and soul as well. 

Whether you're contemplating divorce, in the thick of battle, or trying to rebuild your life after divorce, Ravit's message is clear: divorce isn't a one-person show, and the 20% that's legal and financial can't succeed without addressing the 80% that's about your own transformation. 

About Ravit

Ravit Rose is a Divorce Scientist and Founder of the Irooze Divorce community. Parents across USA and Canada are matched & connected to the "right " Divorce support team, based on their needs.  Ravit helps her clients grow and develop, and prepare their strategy to help them get move through this period of their life.

Connect with Ravit

You can connect with Ravit on LinkedIn at Ravit Rose and follow Ravit on YouTube at Irooze Divorce Community.  To learn more about working with Ravit, visit her website at Irooze Divorce. 

More from Ravit

Take a free Self Assessment on Ravit’s website and schedule a complimentary call with one of our Divorce Specialists.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this special solo episode of the Off the Fence Podcast, I talk about why staying in limbo is so hard, and how you can finally move through it. I break down why waiting for absolute certainty will keep you frozen, and why clarity comes from taking action, not from a magical, lightning-bolt moment. Most importantly, I explore the real impact of staying versus leaving on children, finances, identity, and long-term happiness, all while challenging some of the biggest myths people believe about divorce.

Whether you're just beginning to question your marriage or you've been wrestling with the decision about whether to stay or go for years, this podcast episode offers a roadmap for moving from confusion to clarity. 

It will help you learn how to trust yourself enough to make this kind of decision, and will give you a practical framework and the tools to make that decision in a way you won't second-guess for the rest of your life.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Through her unique approach combining hypnotherapy and relationship coaching, Mina helps you understand why you keep repeating the same relationship mistakes and how you can finally have the love life you deserve.

In this podcast episode, Mina explains how childhood traumas create subconscious beliefs that drive our adult relationship choices, often causing us to chase emotionally unavailable partners or to sabotage our intimate relationships. She also shows how customized hypnotherapy recordings and guided meditations can rewire our deeply ingrained beliefs so that we can stop chasing the wrong partners and finally become attracted to someone healthier. 

We also talk about the practical issues of when you should start dating after a divorce, how to avoid dating app scammers, and how to recognize red flags early on in a relationship. 

Healthy, drama-free partnerships do exist, and this podcast episode could be your key to finally creating the love life and relationship you’ve been dreaming of.

About Mina

Mina Yang is a former academic turned hypnotherapist, relationship coach, and author devoted to helping people thrive in love and life. Drawing on her 20+ years as a music professor, her certification in Rapid Transformational Therapy, and her deep understanding of human psychology, she guides clients toward emotional freedom, self-love, and authentic connection. Mina’s work, including her book Boss Lady Boss Love, blends science, art, and soul to help people release old patterns and open to relationships that truly expand them.

Connect with Mina

You can connect with Mina on LinkedIn at Mina Yang True Connection and follow Mina on YouTube at Mina Yang.  To learn more about working with Mina, visit her website at Mina Yang.

More from Mina

Get your copy of Mina’s book Boss Lady Boss Love

Join her upcoming retreat in April: True Connection Retreat

Learn more about her VIP True Connection Circle

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Most people think getting a forensic accountant is the answer when money seems to be missing, but there's a catch: accountants can only work with the documents they have been given. If your spouse won’t come clean with the financial records, even the best forensic accountant won’t be able to find where the money is hidden.

Subpoenas help you find the records you don’t have. They’re the actual key to uncovering hidden finances, from retirement accounts to employment records. 

Becky explains the critical mistakes that cause one in three subpoenas to get rejected, why "foreign subpoenas" across state lines are trickier than anyone realizes, and how proper documentation creates the leverage that often leads to settlement before trial.

Now helping attorneys navigate the tedious compliance requirements most law firms avoid, Becky shows how the right information (obtained the right way) can transform a divorce from an endless battle into a fair resolution. 

Whether you're self-represented or working with a lawyer, understanding when and how to use subpoenas could be the difference between guessing what exists and actually proving it in court.

About Becky

Becky Sampson is the Founder of ONLY Subpoenas™, a company born out of her own hard-won victory in the Hawaii Family Court system. After 21 hearings, 21 subpoenas, and 3½ years representing herself against five attorneys, Becky didn’t just win — she secured a fair and equitable financial outcome that honored both parties while keeping compassion at the center.

Now affectionately known as “Becky Brockovich,” she uses that experience to help others—especially women—navigate the legal and financial complexities of divorce with strength, clarity, and strategy. Her mission is to teach people how to uncover the truth, organize their evidence, and negotiate from a place of empowerment so they can walk away not just with peace of mind, but with what’s fair financially.

Connect with Becky

You can connect with Becky on LinkedIn at Becky Sampson and on Facebook at Becky Sampson.  You can follow Becky on Instagram at Divorcing Strong Becky Sampson and on YouTube at Divorcing Strong.  To learn more about working with Becky, visit her website at Only Subpoenas.

Free Download:  100 Legal Divorce Terms

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this "Best of Off the Fence 2025" episode, you'll discover how adult children can be systematically isolated by narcissistic partners, the surprising way to flip out of "victim mode" by asking one simple question, and the Social Security mistakes that could cost you thousands. You'll also get practical guidance on building self-care routines that go beyond bubble baths and how to turn post-divorce dating into the foundation for a solid, fulfilling long-term relationship. Whether you're navigating family conflict, making financial decisions, trying to heal and rebuild after divorce, or you're looking to start over romantically, this collection offers the hard-won wisdom that only comes from experts who've guided countless others through these exact challenges.

Episode 113: Narcissistic Alienation of Adult Children:  When Love Turns to Loss

Tracy Malone is an International divorce coach, narcissist abuse survival coach, author, speaker, educator, victim, and surTHRIVER of narcissistic abuse. Visit Tracy’s website Narcissist Abuse Support. 

Episode 117: Trapped in Victim Mode? How to Flip Your Drama Triangle

Dr.  Carrie Johansson is a psychologist turned speaker and author. Fondly known as The Sensible Psychologist. Visit her website at Self Help On The Go. 

Episode 155:  Social Security Mistakes That Cost Your Thousands

Eric Blake is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® helping women 55+ navigate retirement with clarity and confidence. Visit Eric’s website at Blake Wealth Management.

Episode 137:  Real Self-Care That Works When Your Life is Falling Apart

Jennifer Gilman, is a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach and the visionary force behind New Way Health Coach. Visit Jennifer’s website at New Way Health Coach.

Episode 141:  Navigating Post-Divorce Dating with Love Expert Laurie Gerber

Laurie Gerber is one of the most engaging and effective life coaches and presenters in the country. Visit her website at Laurie Gerber.  

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode, Jackie shares deeply relatable stories and actionable tips for surviving the holidays, even if you’re feeling sad, alone, or overwhelmed. Jackie opens up about her own experience of spending her first Christmas without her kids, offering insights on how to honor your emotions while finding ways to reclaim joy during these tough times.

If you’re alone today – or on any major holiday – Jackie’s creative and practical ideas will help you feel better right now, even if you didn’t plan ahead. You’ll discover how taking even small steps can shift your mindset and improve your mood, even when you think that’s impossible. You'll also learn how you can celebrate a whole new you in the new year!

Don’t struggle through the holiday season! Take a break. Listen to this episode. You’ll feel better.

[NOTE: This episode originally ran as Episode 101, but it was so good, we just had to bring it back to spread more holiday cheer this year!]

About Jackie

Jackie Pilossoph is the creator and Editor-in-chief of Divorced Girl Smiling, a media company comprised of a website, podcast, mobile app and professional resources. Jackie holds a Masters degree in Broadcast Journalism and is a former television news reporter and features reporter and writer for the Chicago Tribune.

Where to Connect with Jackie
You can connect with Jackie on Facebook at Divorced Girl Smiling or in her Facebook Group, The Divorced Girl Smiling Group. She is on LinkedIn as Divorced Girl Smiling. You can also find her on her website  at DivorcedGirlSmiling.com.

The DGS Club is no longer being offered. But new resources are always being added to the Divorced Girl Smiling website. Please check out the website today and discover how Divorced Girl Smiling can support your divorce journey.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

At the heart of Elke’s approach is a simple but uncomfortable truth: avoiding money conversations is still a decision. Financial lives, like homes, require regular maintenance. Wills, insurance, taxes, investments, and goals can’t run properly on autopilot. And when a crisis happens (divorce, illness, or death), your resilience increases when you’re prepared. 

Whether you're contemplating staying in a marriage or leaving, financial clarity reveals the real "price of freedom."  Wealth decreases when you prolong a conflict. But it increases when you’re informed and clear about your financial reality and willing to make decisions based on that knowledge.

If you’re ready to replace anxiety with agency - whether you’re partnered, single, or rebuilding - this conversation gives you a blueprint to start.

About Elke

Elke M. Rubach is the Founder and Principal of Rubach Wealth Holistic Family Advisors™, a Toronto-based firm helping successful families achieve clarity, control, and confidence in their financial lives. A former lawyer, Elke brings a sharp legal mind and a deep sense of empathy to her work, integrating wealth planning, tax strategy, and legacy design through a human lens. She is the host of the Get Your House in Order podcast, where she explores money, leadership, and purpose with thought leaders and change-makers. Passionate about giving back, Elke is also a dedicated philanthropist, co-chairing Fashion Heals for SickKids and championing causes that build stronger, more intentional communities.

Connect with Elke

You can connect with Elke on LinkedIn at Elke E Rubach and follow Elke on Instagram at Elke Rubach, Rubach Wealth and X at Rubach Wealth.  For more information on working with Elke, visit her website at Rubach Wealth.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

“Whatwouldajudgesay.com” is a UK company that connects divorcing couples with real family court judges who provide opinions on asset division for a fixed fee … and they do it in just three months.

The service works by having couples submit their financial disclosures to judges who review the information and deliver a professional opinion on how the assets should be divided, exactly as if the case had gone to court. What makes the judge’s opinion particularly powerful is that it gives couples clear parameters for how they should settle their divorce based on actual legal standards, not emotions or wishful thinking.

While this service is currently available only in England and Wales, Karen is exploring expansion to the United States as well as other Commonwealth countries. 

Whether you're a couple seeking clarity together or someone investigating options independently, this innovative approach offers something the traditional system rarely provides: certainty, affordability, and control over your own future.

About Karen

Karen Arndt is the Co-Founder and CEO of whatwouldajudgesay.com, a UK-based legal-tech startup transforming divorce settlements through judge-led clarity and AI innovation. Having lived and worked across London, Amsterdam, New York, Tokyo, Düsseldorf, Berlin, and Atlanta, she speaks fluent Dutch and German and has a deep appreciation for American culture — her son now lives in New York, and her ex-husband is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Karen’s career spans IBM, Ogilvy, RTL, and BBC World, giving her a rare perspective on leadership, reinvention, and what it takes to build a business from the ground up across cultures and continents.

Connect with Karen

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn at Karen Arndt and Facebook at What Would A Judge Say.  You can follow Karen on Instagram at What Would A Judge Say and on X at What Would A Judge Say.  To find out more about Karen’s work visit her website at What Would A Judge Say.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

This discussion dives deeply into what mediation and Collaborative Divorce actually look like in practice, and they're not what most people assume. Rosemarie explains how couples can build custom teams of professionals (legal, financial, and emotional) tailored to their specific needs. Those teams enable a couple to navigate complex finances, address substance abuse issues, or learn how to have difficult conversations even if they haven’t communicated well in years.

If you or someone you know is in the beginning stages of divorce and you want to stay OUT of court, this podcast episode will help guide you to make the choices that will allow you to do exactly that.

About Rosemarie

Rosemarie Ferrante is a family attorney with over 25 years of experience, specializing in non-adversarial divorce through mediation and collaborative divorce. She believes families deserve compassionate, private processes for restructuring their lives, processes that honor relationships, reduce conflict, and protect children. Her goal is to guide families through divorce with compassion, providing the tools and resources they need for a healthier transition.

Rosemarie ensures that individuals have the emotional, financial, and legal support they need to move forward with confidence. She works with couples to create agreements that reflect fairness and respect, encouraging ongoing positive relationships between co-parents and their children. 

Connect with Rosemarie

You can connect with Rosemarie on LinkedIn at Rosemarie Ferrante and on Facebook at Divorce Mediation Center of Fairfield County, LLC.  And follow Rosemarie on YouTube at Divorce Media Center CT and on Instagram at Divorce Media Center CT.  To find out more about Rosemarie’s work visit the website Divorce Mediation CT.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Not every mortgage is assumable, and even those that are assumable usually require lender approval to do so. In other words, if your mortgage company agrees to let you assume the mortgage, you can. If they don’t, you can’t … and there’s not much you can do about it if you get denied. 

What’s more, if you assume your existing mortgage, you have to find a different way to buy out your spouse’s equity. You can’t take a dime out of the equity in your home AND assume your current mortgage.

The good news is that keeping your low-interest rate mortgage isn't always the financial win it appears to be. The math around post-divorce tax filing changes can actually make refinancing at a higher interest rate more financially beneficial for you than keeping the mortgage you have. 

The bottom line is that mortgage assumptions are complicated. This podcast episode will help you cut through the fog so you can create a solid financial future.

About Stacey Ellison

Stacey Ellison is a Certified Divorce Lending Professional and Divorce Mortgage Planner with over 30 years of experience in the mortgage industry. Since 2020, she has used her specialized training to help individuals navigate the complex financial decisions surrounding a home during a divorce. Working with other divorce professionals, Stacey provides strategic guidance on home equity, mortgage qualification, and housing goals. Her goal is to help divorcing homeowners make sound financial choices that support their long-term stability.

Connect with Stacey

You can connect with Stacey on LinkedIn at Stacey Ellison and on Facebook at Stacey Ellison: Certified Divorce Lending Professional and follow her on Instagram at Divorce Mortgage Solutions.  To find out how to work with Stacey visit her website at Divorce Mortgage Solutions.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

According to Sarah, the key to minimizing the damage to children in a divorce lies in parents developing a "compartmentalization muscle." (i.e. the ability to set aside your own triggers and emotional reactions for your child's sake.) 

In this podcast episode, Sarah shares powerful examples of taking the high road, from showing up together at parent-teacher conferences to the seemingly small but crucial decisions like ensuring kids don't feel like "professional travelers" shuttling belongings between homes.

Sarah offers crucial mindset tips as well as simple, concrete strategies for developing communication that actually works: when to text, when to email, when to call, and how to batch topics so co-parenting stays clear without becoming constant. If your co-parent won’t meet you in the middle, Sarah outlines how to control the controllables, stop feeding the conflict, and keep the focus on your child’s stability. 

If you or anyone you know is divorcing with children, this podcast episode will give you the mindset shift you need and the practical guidance you crave to really protect your kids in divorce.

About Sarah

Sarah Armstrong has spent more than 25 years in global marketing and is now VP of Global Marketing Operations at Google. She is widely acknowledged as an industry leader in her area of expertise. She is also the author of The Mom’s Guide to a Good Divorce, appearing on more than 75 podcasts and other media. She lives in San Francisco.

Connect with Sarah

You can connect with Sarah on LinkedIn at Sarah Madden Armstrong. To learn more about Sarah visit her website at The Juggling Act or  The Mom's Guide to a Good Divorce.  You can reach out to Sarah at sarah@thejugglingact.com.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Leah explains how the tax and healthcare changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act may impact the amount you pay in taxes and, most significantly, in health insurance.

For example, experts are predicting that healthcare costs could increase by $1,000 or more per month in 2026 for those on marketplace insurance, making healthcare unaffordable for a significant percentage of the population. (… and that’s just ONE of the changes coming down the pike!)

On top of that, 2026 will bring tax law changes that, depending on your circumstances, can either make your financial future brighter or significantly more challenging.

Whether you’re just thinking about divorce or you’re already in the thick of it, understanding the changes that Leah explains in this podcast episode will be critical for your financial future.

About Leah

Leah Hadley is an Accredited Financial Counselor®, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, and Mediator who helps women navigate major life transitions with confidence and clarity. She’s the founder of Intentional Divorce Solutions and Intentional Wealth Partners, where she blends financial expertise with empathy to empower clients to make values-aligned decisions about their money and their future. Through her Intentional Divorce Insights podcast and workshops, Leah inspires women to create financial and emotional stability after divorce and beyond.

Connect with Leah

You can connect with Leah on LinkedIn at Leah Hadley and Facebook at Intentional Divorce Solutions.  You can follow Leah on Instagram at Intentional Divorce Solutions, on YouTube at Intentional Divorce Insights and on her Podcast Intentional Divorce Insights.  To find out more about Leah’s work, visit her website at Watch Her Thrive.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

When Irene’s libido completely disappeared in her own marriage, she felt broken and alone. Her sexless marriage ultimately ended in divorce. Now Irene guides couples past the point where the passion in their relationship fades and helps them reconnect on every level, regardless of their age.

In this deep conversation, Irene reveals why so many couples slide into sexless marriages or roommate dynamics and the three most common mistakes couples make when trying to “fix” their disappearing sex lives. Irene also tackles taboo realities, including mismatched desire, attraction changes, affairs, open marriages, and whether broken connection can genuinely be rebuilt.

If you and your spouse have slipped into being just “roommates,” and you’re worried your marriage will either be eternally sexless, or end in divorce, listen to this podcast episode. Irene will show you how you can rekindle your passion (or rebuild it after an affair) so you can create the lasting intimacy you long for.

About Irene

Irene Fehr, MA, CPCC, SEP is a Marriage Sex & Intimacy Coach who helps heterosexual couples make love and sex work over the long term — including bringing passion back into a sexless relationship. Determined to dispel myths about why sex dies in a long-term relationship, her views have been featured globally in HuffPost, Cosmopolitan, Shape, Refinery29, ScaryMommy, EliteDaily, and Bustle. Through her coaching, she guides couples at different stages of the relationship via three core pathways — Rekindling Us (rediscovering passion at midlife), Rebuilding Us (transforming crisis into connection), and Creating Us (laying a strong foundation for lasting love and sexual intimacy for new couples) — always anchored in the principle of consciously and intentionally choosing “us.”

Connect with Irene

You can connect with Irene on LinkedIn at Irene Fehr and on Facebook at Ignited Woman.  You can follow Irene on Instagram at Ignited Woman and on her YouTube channel at Ignited Woman.  To find out how to work with Irene visit her website at Ignited Woman.

Links to articles mentioned in podcast

Why Your Partner Won’t Get Couples Counseling and How to Get Them On Board 

3 Warning Signs of Divorce and How to Address Them Before It's Too Late 

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

The discussion covers essential Social Security strategies, including when to start claiming benefits, how working affects your payments, and the tax planning opportunities available at age 70. Eric explains the crucial differences between spousal benefits and survivor benefits and why understanding these distinctions matters for your financial future – especially if you’re divorced.

Eric also clarifies the often-misunderstood rules around ex-spousal benefits, including the critical 10-year marriage requirement and how remarriage affects your eligibility to get Social Security benefits based on your ex’s status (… which you can claim without your ex-spouse's knowledge or consent!)

Whether you're approaching retirement, recently divorced, or widowed, understanding these Social Security rules could mean the difference between financial struggle and financial security.

About Eric

Eric Blake is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and the founder of Blake Wealth Management, specializing in helping women 55+ navigate retirement with clarity and confidence. With more than 25 years of experience, Eric provides strategies to optimize investments, create reliable income, and minimize taxes. Inspired by his mother and grandmother’s financial journeys, Eric has a personal passion for empowering women to take control of their financial future

Connect with Eric

You can connect with Eric on LinkedIn at Eric Blake and on Facebook at Eric Blake. You can follow Eric on Instagram at Eric Blake, on YouTube at The Simply Retirement Podcast and on his podcast The Simply Retirement Podcast. To find out more about Eric’s work visit his website at Blake Wealth Management.

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Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Through daily text check-ins, Jill guides her clients through the mental clutter that keeps them stuck - whether they're navigating divorce, launching a side hustle, or simply trying to carve out 15 minutes for themselves in an impossibly packed day.

Jill’s accountability method breaks big, complicated “to-dos” into bite-sized moves you can finish in minutes: like reviewing two pages of a large agreement each day, instead of endlessly procrastinating over reading the whole thing at once. She invites clients to practice “strategic subtraction” (doing less to achieve more), to shift from extrinsic to intrinsic motivation, and to adopt a “survive and advance” mindset when life gets messy.

If you can’t decide what to do because the decision you’re facing is too big, or if your divorce “to-do” list has you totally paralyzed, this is podcast episode  can help you unlock your own mind and finally move forward.

About Jill

Jill Consor Beck is an accountability coach who gets it—she spent 30 years in a pressure-cooker career, including 10 years in investment banking and 20 years in tech, running on Diet Coke and exhaustion while completely neglecting her own health. After hitting her breaking point and being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, she discovered how to make small, sustainable changes that transformed her life without guilt or overwhelm. She now coaches clients via text, holding them accountable through daily nudges that put them on a path to living the life they're entitled to—whether that's getting physically healthy, making more time for mental health, taking steps toward financial well-being, or finally starting that side hustle they've been talking about. Her approach isn't about adding more to your packed schedule; it's about creating accountability for the small daily choices that add up to the life you actually want to live.

Connect with Jill

You can connect with Jill on LinkedIn at Go Long and on Facebook at Just Go Long.  You can follow Jill on X at JLC Beck, on Instagram at Just Go Long and on YouTube at Just Go Long Video. To learn more about Jill’s work visit her website at Go Long.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

What if the love you've been desperately seeking could actually kill you? Dana Diaz knows this reality firsthand. She spent nearly three decades in a marriage where the emotional abuse was so severe that her body began to shut down. What’s worse is that the seeds of her suffering were planted long before adulthood.

Raised by a distant, neglectful mother and an abusive stepfather, Dana grew up believing that love and pain were inseparable. That early conditioning left her vulnerable to repeating the same cycle in marriage, a cycle that would take her decades to escape.

When her marriage became abusive, she found herself accepting treatment she knew was wrong, because it was the only version of "love" she'd ever known. The consequences were devastating. Her body produced such astronomically high levels of stress hormones that her immune system turned against her, leaving her skeletal, oxygen-dependent, and facing organ failure in her early 40s.

Through careful planning, hidden savings, and ultimately having the courage to choose herself, Dana escaped a situation that escalated to threats, gunshots, and a legal system that initially failed to protect her. 

Today, Dana is healthy, remarried, and dedicated to helping others recognize the signs of narcissistic abuse and reclaiming their lives. Her book Gasping for Air: The Stranglehold of Narcissistic Abuse chronicles her journey from victim to survivor to advocate, offering hope to anyone wondering if they deserve better.

This episode, which was originally published in October, 2023, is being replayed here to support Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

NOTE: If you or someone you know is experiencing intimate partner abuse, please contact the domestic violence hotline as soon as possible.

National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233

About Dana

Dana studied journalism and psychology at DePaul University. She has also had life-long experiences with narcissistic abuse. Thankfully her education gave her the ability to accurately express how narcissistic abuse creates confusion and conflict within victims. 

Today, Dana is a proud voice for fellow victims who are unable, afraid, or too ashamed to share their experiences. She strives to create awareness and understanding to ensure victims are given the support they need to both understand their situation and heal from it.

Connect with Dana

You can learn more about Dana and her story on her website Dana S Diaz.   Dana also has a quiz to help you determine if you are in a relationship involving narcissistic abuse.

You can follow Dana on Facebook at Dana S Diaz and Instagram at Dana S Diaz.  You can get your copy of Dana's best-selling book, "Gasping for Air:  The Stranglehold of Narcissistic Abuse

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Drawing from decades of experience, Debra explains the hidden process of self-erosion that starts long before the divorce papers are filed. The slow buildup of unmet needs, quiet compromises, and unconscious bargains that happens in emotionally abusive marriages often leaves you disconnected from the core of your being.

When divorce happens, you find yourself not only grieving the relationship you lost, but also questioning your own identity. Healing from this kind of trauma isn’t just about getting through the legal or financial parts of divorce. It’s about reclaiming your voice and rebuilding your inner foundation.

From navigating high-conflict divorce and the grief that comes with it, to treating post-divorce dating as a learning lab, you’ll discover how to move from reactivity to intentional choice. If you feel numb, overwhelmed, or unsure how to dream again, this podcast episode will give you permission to play, to daydream, and to let small wins stack into lasting change. 

It will show you how to heal, and how to love again.

About Debra

Debra Alper is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and owner of Life Transitions Counseling, PLLC, specializing in relational therapy, helping clients to identify and recover from emotional abuse and divorce process and recovery. She has worked extensively since 1999 with individual clients striving to experience deeper, more meaningful relationships, couples in the midst of marital crisis around infidelity and unhappy, lonely relationships, and clients struggling to get through the emotional and life changing hurdles of pre and post-divorce. She also works extensively with clients in emotionally abusive relationships helping them to understand the dynamics that keep them stuck and aiding them in moving out of toxic patterns.

Connect with Debra

You can connect with Debra on LinkedIn at Debra Alper, LCSW and find out more about how to work with Debra by visiting her website at Life Transitions Chicago.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Despite restraining orders and years of separation, Anne still finds herself fighting to protect her child’s safety and emotional well-being while trying to keep her own head above water. Her story exposes the toll that prolonged litigation and co-parenting with a toxic ex can take. It also illustrates the heartbreaking reality that the legal system isn’t built to solve these deeply human problems. 

Anne’s breakthrough comes when she starts to shift her focus from battling her ex to building her child’s resilience. Instead of pouring more money into a court system that can’t fix what’s broken, Anne explores how to empower her child with coping skills, emotional awareness, and a sense of safety that no court order can provide. 

What begins as a story about legal frustration turns into one of strength, insight, and breaking the cycle of abuse, showing that sometimes, the most powerful victory is raising a child who knows their own worth.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Her weekend retreats go far beyond typical weekly therapy sessions, offering hope for marriages on the brink of separation through a carefully curated experience that addresses the deepest patterns keeping couples stuck.

During her intensive weekend format, Ann guides couples through transformational exercises that teach them how to truly listen and speak while managing their own reactive patterns at the same time.

For couples considering whether their relationship is salvageable, Anne offers a powerful reframe: the question isn't whether your marriage is fixable, but rather how committed you are to doing the work and examining your own contribution to the dynamic. 

If you and your spouse are struggling to keep your marriage together, and traditional marriage counseling isn’t working for you, this episode just might change your marriage … and your life.

About Ann

Ann is a licensed clinical counselor in both Illinois and California. She specializes in couples therapy for people who are interested in changing their dynamics today, and need it to stick. For couples who are ready for deep and lasting change, Ann's couples intensives are a personalized experience for one couple at a time, in Sausalito and Palm Desert, California. It is ideal for couples who are in crisis or considering separation, are healing from betrayal or emotional distance, want to rebuild trust and intimacy, or need focused time but can't commit to weekly therapy. One dedicated weekend can deliver the clarity and progress of months of therapy, because the relationship gets curated time and attention it needs and deserves.

Connect with Ann

You can connect with Ann on LinkedIn at Ann Cerney and follow Ann on Instagram at Cerney Coaching.  To find out more about Ann’s work visit her website at Cerney Coaching.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

After spending seven years of being caregivers for her husband's mother, Toki expected her husband to deeply grieve her death when she passed away in January. What she didn't anticipate was the rage, anger, and emotional breakdowns that would follow – behaviors she'd never witnessed in her husband before. Now she's wrestling between compassion for his loss while questioning how long she can sustain a marriage that's fundamentally changed.

Her breakthrough comes through learning a completely different approach to communication … one that comes from her heart instead of her head. 

For anyone balancing professional success with private relationship struggles, this episode offers validation and practical guidance. It's a reminder that behind every strong woman is sometimes a marriage in crisis, and that acknowledging this truth isn't weakness – it's the first step toward either healing or making difficult choices with clarity and compassion.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

What’s even more unique is that Lisa’s approach doesn't depend on whether the struggling person wants to change or not. Instead, Lisa advocates for what she calls "loving better"—a combination of sustainability and connection that allows families to maintain healthy boundaries while staying emotionally present for their struggling loved one. 

Through structured reflection, strong communication tools, and addressing the underlying fears that drive reactive parenting, Lisa shows that families can learn to create an environment where healing becomes possible for everyone involved.

If you or anyone you know is a parent who’s trying to navigate the complex terrain of adolescent mental health challenges, this episode can change your world. It emphasizes the importance of curiosity over interrogation, validation over toxic positivity, and the recognition that sometimes the most loving thing parents can do is examine their own triggers and responses rather than focusing solely on changing their child's behavior.

About Lisa

Lisa Katona Smith, M.Ed., is a TEDx speaker, educator, and author of Parallel Recovery—a family-centered model that empowers loved ones to heal alongside someone facing mental health and substance use challenges. Known for her clarity, compassion, and systems-level insight, Lisa helps families and professionals build sustainable, connection-based recovery through consulting, training, and transformative conversations.

Connect with Lisa

You can connect with Lisa on LinkedIn at Lisa Katona Smith and on Instagram at Parallel Recovery.  To find out how to work with Lisa visit her website at Lisa Katona Smith and catch her TEDx Talk The Power Of Parallel Recovery.

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Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Working 60 hours a week between her full-time job and part-time work, plus receiving VA disability benefits, Caitlin technically earns enough to cover the mortgage—but barely, and with no safety net for emergencies or unexpected expenses.

Caitlin’s husband refuses to pay for divorce or refinancing costs, leaving Caitlin to navigate loan assumptions, separation agreements, and the terrifying prospect of going it alone financially. But in this coaching session, she discovers she has more options and negotiating power than she realized.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

The difference between “standard parenting plans” and a high-conflict one isn't just a few extra pages. While typical parenting plans run from 4 -10 pages with a lot of vague, boilerplate language, Samantha’s detailed plans span 18-30 pages and cover everything from "diapers to diplomas." 

In this podcast episode Samantha reveals the psychology behind negotiating with difficult exes, how to choose a lawyer who really understands high conflict divorce, and how to choose your divorce process intentionally.

If you’re embroiled in a high conflict divorce, and you have children, this episode is pure gold.

About Samantha

As a certified divorce mediator and coach, Samantha empowers moms to protect themselves and their children's future by providing expert guidance on parenting plans and navigating high-conflict exes. 

Connect with Samantha

You can connect with Samantha on LinkedIn at Samantha Boss and on Facebook at The Ugly Truth of Divorce. You can follow Samantha on YouTube at The Ugly Truth of Divorce, on Instagram at The Ugly Truth of Divorce and on her podcast Divorce with Sam and Leah.  You can find out how to work with Samantha at Samantha Boss.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Yet, after 33 years of marriage, leaving is still hard – in spite of the fact that her marriage has been over for years. Unfortunately, Roxanne’s husband refuses to accept reality, leaving her to navigate the treacherous waters of a gray divorce while trying to protect herself both financially and physically.

What makes Roxanne's situation particularly complex is that her husband is an alcoholic and is in complete denial about the divorce. With guns in the house and her 30-year-old son serving as an unintentional buffer, Roxanne must carefully balance her safety with the practical challenges of untangling decades of separate finances and preparing for a battle over assets. 

Her story reveals the hidden struggles many face when leaving a long-term marriage, especially when one spouse will do anything to maintain the status quo.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Growing up with a single mother who worked tirelessly to rebuild after divorce, Lauren brings both professional expertise and personal insight into why financial clarity and confidence matter so much during times of change, particularly divorce.

Lauren explains how she first saw the power of financial education while working in retirement planning, where she met countless people—especially women—who were suddenly forced to take charge of money decisions they’d never handled before. She makes it clear that understanding the basics, even if you’re not “a numbers person,” can transform fear into empowerment. 

Lauren stresses that financial planning isn’t just about numbers—it’s about your life goals. Whether you’re figuring out if you can sustain yourself after divorce, planning to retire comfortably, or simply wanting a second opinion, she emphasizes the value of asking the right questions and finding an advisor who truly fits you. Most importantly, she shows how financial planning, done right, helps you build a future that supports not just your wealth, but your freedom and peace of mind.

About Lauren

Lauren Connelly is a Wealth Management Advisor at Vestor Capital with 10+ years of experience. Lauren is dedicated to assisting clients in growing and protecting their assets so they can achieve what matters most to them.

Lauren, a CFP® professional, believes that fear drives financial decisions too often. She is dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and businesses to identify and realize financial success. Through unbiased and carefully considered guidance, she works with clients as their personal "CFO" and reviews all aspects of their financial lives to help develop, implement, and continuously refine a detailed road map for success. 

Connect with Lauren

You can connect with Lauren on LinkedIn at Vestor Capital,  email Lauren at lconnelly@vestorcapital.com,  and visit her website at Vestor Capital.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

While he battles depression and anxiety with little progress despite years of treatment, Robin finds herself drowning in guilt over wanting something she can barely admit: freedom.

Four sessions into couples therapy with her husband, she's finally confronting a devastating truth: she's been building a rich, fulfilling life that deliberately excludes the man sleeping next to her every night. 

Now she wonders whether the small cosmetic changes happening in therapy can address the deeper disconnection that's been festering for years, or if it's time to finally have the conversation she's been avoiding about what she truly needs.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Leah Marie emphasizes that divorce recovery isn't just about getting over the end of your marriage. It's about understanding your patterns, taking ownership of your role, and learning to meet your own needs so you don't rely on others to fill emotional voids. 

Leah Marie and co-founder Samantha Boss also created the Next Chapter membership, a private community and resource hub specifically for women dealing with high-conflict divorces and co-parenting struggles. The platform offers practical tools, compassionate support, and the reminder that divorce is not who you are, it’s just one chapter in your story.

About Leah

Leah Marie Mazur is a Certified Divorce Recovery Coach, and the founder of Mindfully Ready and co-creator of The Next Chapter membership. She specializes in helping divorced moms heal, rebuild self-esteem, and co-parent with confidence after high-conflict breakups. Through coaching, courses, and community, Leah empowers women to set boundaries, prioritize themselves, and create fulfilling new chapters in life. Her own experience of navigating three divorces fuels her passion for guiding women through recovery with compassion and proven strategies.

Connect with Leah

You can connect with Leah Marie on LinkedIn at Mindfully Ready and on Facebook at Mindfully Ready. You can follow Leah Marie on TikTok @mindfullyReady, on Instagram at Mindfully Ready and on YouTube at @mindfullyready.  To find out more about Leah Marie’s work, visit her website at Mindfully Ready.

Just Launched!

The New Woman Within: Empowered Moms, Empowered Kids. A self-paced program designed to help divorced moms heal, rebuild confidence, and create a life they genuinely love—while modeling healthy coping and boundaries for their children. 

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode, love coach Laurie Gerber reveals her revolutionary "3-H method" that has helped countless women over 50 navigate the treacherous waters of modern dating. As someone who saved her own marriage from the brink of divorce (now 26 years strong) before becoming a professional coach, Laurie brings unique insight to relationship challenges.

Laurie and I dive deeply into WHEN and HOW you should start dating again after divorce [SPOILER ALERT: It's not when you think!]. We also talk about how to avoid the most common pitfalls that will keep you stuck in dating limbo.

Finally, we discuss how to navigate the modern maze of online dating and how to master the progression from digital banter to video chats to live dates. 

This episode is full of helpful tips and down-to-earth advice that will leave you feeling empowered to dive back into the dating world with confidence. As Laurie says, it’s never too late to find love … but only if you start by doing your own inner work first.

About Laurie

Laurie Gerber is one of the most engaging and effective life coaches and presenters in the country.

After holding several positions at Handel Group® over the last 20 years, including President of HG Life, Laurie is currently licensing The Handel Method® and running Laurie Gerber Coaching, Inc. focusing on LOVE coaching.

Laurie has appeared on the Today Show, Dr, Phil, MTV and A & E and been the resident love expert at Match, Zoosk, Jdate, and many more.

She has been presenting to and coaching individuals, couples, and groups, with a wide range of partners including: the dating sites above, General Assembly, She Tribe, BeSocialChange, IvyConnect, Ellevate, and many more. She has appeared on television shows, podcasts, radio shows, and all over the internet. Check out “The Secret-Free Diet”, her TedX talk on the power of truth telling.

When not working from her NYC townhouse, she’s meditating, jogging, or attempting to get cuddles from her 10, 20 and 22-year old kids and husband of 26 years.

Connect with Laurie

You can connect with Laurie on LinkedIn at Laurie Gerber and on Facebook at Laurie Gerber. You can follow Laurie on Instagram @lauriegerber_coach, on TikTok at lauriegerber_coach and on YouTube at @lauriegerbercoach.  To find out more about Laurie’s work visit her website at Laurie Gerber and for more of Laurie's dating resources check out her FREE webinar:

"3 Secrets to Finding and Maintaining Healthy Love without Repeated Disappointments"

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Andrea later sold that company and created “33,000 Dates,” a dating service that focuses specifically on helping people over 45 navigate the complex world of online dating with scientific precision and proven strategies.

Andrea harnesses the power of data analytics and algorithms to sift through thousands of potential online matches for her clients. Her approach combines cutting-edge research with old-school relationship wisdom, using everything from demographic data to red-flag identification techniques. 

Her results speak for themselves: 65% of Andrea's current clients end up in long-term relationships, and more than 40% of today's top matchmakers trace their expertise back to her pioneering methods. 

Andrea’s latest book, "Second Acts: Winning Strategies for Dating Over 50," distills decades of Andrea’s experience into 166 no-nonsense strategies, complete with worksheets and QR codes for interactive guidance. 

From understanding why AI-written profiles fail spectacularly to learning the optimal number of dating sites to use at once, Andrea's systematic approach transforms the overwhelming world of modern romance into a manageable, strategic process that actually works.

About Andrea

About Andrea McGinty is known as The Godmother of Modern Dating and her journey is as compelling as the love stories she’s helped create.  After being dumped at the altar in her 20s, Andrea founded It’s Just Lunch Matchmaking in 1990.  Andrea revolutionized the matchmaking industry. Her innovative service grew to over 110 locations worldwide and facilitated over 33,000 setups, resulting in more than 10,000 marriages. Today, her company, 33,000 Dates, focuses on helping the over-45 crowd find love in the second act of their lives. 

Andrea has been featured on Oprah, People, Today Show, and named Entrepreneur of the Month on the Early Show. As a sought-after speaker, she has addressed audiences at the American Marketing Association and other prestigious events. Her insights and passion have made her a trusted voice in the realm of love and relationships.  

Connect with Andrea

You can connect with Andrea on LinkedIn at Andrea McGinty and on Facebook at 33 Thousand Dates.  You can follow Andrea on Instagram at 33000dates and on YouTube at 33000dates.  To find out how to work with Andrea visit her website at 33 Thousand Dates.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Together, they operate Purse Strings, an organization designed to provide women with clear, practical financial education and connect them with vetted professionals who understand their unique challenges. Whether it’s preparing for retirement, navigating divorce, or recovering from unexpected loss, Dr. Provost and Maggie focus on helping women make confident, informed financial decisions during major life transitions and beyond.

In this podcast episode, we dive deeply into the most common and costly financial mistakes women make - like staying out of financial conversations, undervaluing their contributions, or trusting advisors who don’t engage with them. We also talk about simple, practical steps you can take to start regaining control of your financial future, and to build the right support team who will help you do that.

If you’re feeling uncertain about your finances (especially if you’re facing a divorce!) this podcast episode is a great first step toward building the secure financial future you dream about.

About Dr. Barbara & Maggie

Dr. Barbara Provost and Maggie Nielsen are a dynamic mother-daughter duo committed to empowering women with the tools they need to make confident financial decisions. As a consultant, educator, and entrepreneur, Barbara connects women with trusted financial professionals to help them plan for a future full of choices. Maggie, with her curious mindset and passion for personal growth, inspires others through motivational talks and equips women with the financial knowledge they need to thrive. Together, they are dedicated to helping women build lives free from financial stress thanks to the support of their community of trusted professionals.

Connect with Dr. Barbara & Maggie

You can connect with Dr. Barbara & Maggie on LinkedIn at Purse Strings and on Facebook at Purse Strings. And follow them on YouTube at Purse Strings and on Instagram at Purse Strings.  To find out more about their work visit their website at Purse Strings and listen to their podcast Women and Money: The Shit We Don't Talk About.  Grab your free Divorce Prep Guide.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Phil breaks down the most common questions women face post-divorce: “Can I?”, “How much?”, and “What if?”. He also reveals how you can turn your answers to these questions into the foundation of a strong financial plan. 

Phil also unpacks the hidden landmines that can derail your financial future after divorce, including maintenance changes due to job loss, and the tax implications that come with switching your filing status post-divorce. 

Phil challenges conventional financial wisdom and offers practical strategies for maximizing your wealth and minimizing your financial risks after your divorce. His insights offer a lifeline for women who want to build financial security while modeling financial strength for their children. 

Throughout this episode, Phil’s message is clear: Action eliminates anxiety. You don’t need to have every financial issue figured out from the start. You just need to take your next best step.

About Phil

Phil helps recently divorced women take their finances from overwhelm and anxiety to opportunity.  He is the author "Million Dollar Divorce- How To Avoid Money Anxiety After Divorce, Without Sacrificing Your Lifestyle) and the "Gen X Guide To Financial Independence" Husband, Dad, Financial Advisor, Owner Breakout Private Wealth.

Connect with Phil

You can connect with Phil on LinkedIn at Phil Telpner.  To explore how Phil can help you achieve your goals visit his website at Breakout Private Wealth.  You can email Phil at pt@breakoutprivatewealth.com

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode, Jennifer shares her journey from a burned-out entrepreneur who was experiencing debilitating fatigue, cognitive impairment, and full-body tremors to someone who is now vibrantly alive.

The real power of this conversation, though, lies in the practical, no-cost self-care strategies that Jennifer shares to turn your health around. (And yes, we go way beyond the typical “take a bubble bath” advice!)

We also dive into the science of what’s really happening in the body when we’re exhausted, anxious, or foggy—and why symptoms like these are often dismissed or misdiagnosed. From thyroid crashes to cognitive shutdown, Jennifer connects the dots between emotional stress and physical breakdowns in a way that’s both accessible and eye-opening.

Whether you’re in the thick of a divorce or just trying to reclaim your health, Jennifer offers a grounded path forward that starts with small, consistent steps—and gives you permission to rebuild your life, one moment at a time.

 About Jennifer

Jennifer Gilman, is a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach and the visionary force behind New Way Health Coach. After a 26-year corporate career marked by autoimmune struggles and burnout, Jennifer transformed her own health—and now helps others do the same through science-backed, deeply personalized coaching. She and her team specialize in one-on-one coaching and corporate wellness, blending functional medicine with intuitive, real-world strategies. Known as the “self-care muse,” Jennifer inspires lasting change and empowers clients to reclaim their energy, focus, and well-being.

Connect with Jennifer

You can connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn at Jennifer Gilman and on Facebook at New Way Health Coach.  You can follow Jennifer on her YouTube channel at New Way Health Coach and on Instagram at New Way Health Coach.  To find out more about Jennifer’s work or to schedule a Discovery call for 1:1 coaching visit her website at New Way Health Coach.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

The NASDF operates like the "AARP of divorce," providing a membership-based organization that offers an umbrella of discounted services, products, and resources specifically designed for those who are divorced, are getting divorced, or are managing single-family households. Among the resources it provides is “Support Insured” - the only divorce-specific insurance on the market that protects child support and alimony payments in cases of death, disability, or involuntary unemployment.

Fueled by his own experiences as a foster care parent and the failure of the family court system to protect children, Ron is on a mission to make life easier for divorced and single-parent families.  

To discover more about the NASDF and how it can provide you with critical divorce support resources, visit NASDF.org.

About Ron

Ron Platt is the Co-Founder and CEO of the National Association for Single and Divorced Families. They provide an umbrella of products, services, support and resources for people who are getting a divorce, currently divorced or have a single-family household. They also have the proprietary marketing rights to the only divorce product on the market that protects child support and alimony payments if the payee dies, becomes disabled or involuntarily unemployed. Their future advocacy will be geared towards foster care reform and children's rights.

Connect with Ron

You can connect with Ron on LinkedIn at Ronald Platt and on Facebook at NASDF.  You can follow Ron and NASDF on their YouTube channel at NASDForg, on TikTok at NASDF and on Instagram at NASDFORG and find out more information on the website at NASDF.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

The mysterious patterns that keep showing up in your relationships aren't coincidences – they're clues to your family inheritance. Johanna Lynn, founder of the Family Imprint Institute, joins us to reveal how our relationship patterns are blueprinted by two generations of family history through the science of epigenetics.

Ever wonder why criticism feels so devastating? Or why you're drawn to partners who trigger the same old wounds? Joanna explains how these patterns are coded into our emotional DNA. Through her work creating multi-generational genograms, she helps clients visually map these connections, often leading to profound "aha" moments about why they struggle with certain persistent (and often toxic) relationship patterns.

Johanna also shares her unique perspective on forgiveness. Contrary to conventional wisdom, she suggests that understanding is more powerful than forgiveness for healing relationship wounds. "Forgiveness misses the point," she explains, offering a radical alternative for restoring balance after betrayal that doesn't involve staying trapped in guilt or resentment.

Drawing from her own divorce experience, Johanna shares practical strategies for breaking inherited patterns. ​

Whether you're navigating a difficult relationship, healing after divorce, or simply curious about why you keep encountering the same relationship challenges, this conversation offers both immediate insights and long-term hope.

About Johanna

Johanna Lynn is the founder of The Family Imprint Institute, dedicated to helping smart, self-aware people stop repeating the same exhausting relationship patterns—especially after divorce. She doesn’t do surface-level fixes. With nearly two decades of experience decoding the emotional blueprints we inherit from our families, Johanna helps you get to the root of why you show up the way you do in love. So, when you're ready for your next relationship, you don’t bring the same old patterns along with you.

Connect with Johanna

You can connect with Johanna on LinkedIn at Johanna Lynn and on Facebook at Johanna Lynn.  You can follow Johanna on Instagram at Johanna Rekindle.  To find out how to work with Johanna visit her website at Johanna Lynn.  And you can join Johanna’s community at Johanna Rekindle.  You can also email Johanna at connect@johannalynn.ca.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Karlin Clayton, a certified leadership executive and career coach with over 20 years of corporate talent development experience, has navigated multiple major life transitions. She has lived through major identity shifts. Now she brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to helping others do the same.

In this podcast episode, Karlin shares her values-based technique for building a more fulfilling life from the ground up.

Whether you're considering making a major transition or you’re already deep in the middle of one, this conversation will provide you with simple, actionable steps so you can start moving forward at any age or stage. 

Karlin’s insights provide an empowering reminder that you get to decide what comes next in your life.

About Karlin

Karlin Clayton is a certified leadership, executive, and career coach who brings over 20 years of corporate talent development and people leader experience to her coaching relationships and organizational initiatives. During her tenure as an HR executive, she worked with all levels of leaders to build skill and enhance effectiveness through growth-oriented goal setting and achievement. She has deep experience in managing cross-functional relationships and large-scale programs. As a coach, she brings an empathetic, strength-based approach to meet people where they are, supporting them in taking the small steps that will lead to the bold changes and improvements they want to make.

Connect with Karlin

You can connect with Karlin on LinkedIn at Karlin Clayton Live To Learn and visit her website at If / Then Coaching and Consulting.

Upcoming Events

Watch for Karlin’s upcoming webinars and labs coming soon.  Connect with her on LinkedIn to watch for her announcements.

• An interactive webinar on crafting your professional pitch. 
• Resilience
• AI and Data Leadership in HR

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

From navigating complex diagnoses to making life-or-death decisions, Dr. Maissel explains how healthcare isn’t just about treatment—it’s about advocacy. She dives into why traditional support systems are vanishing, how solo agers are disproportionately affected, and why creating intentional community—what she calls “circles”— is as vital to health as any prescription. She also pulls back the curtain on hospital economics and shares why understanding a hospital’s financial incentives can change how you approach your own care.

If you or someone you love is worried about how to navigate aging alone, this episode will provide you with tips, techniques, and the insight you need to make that journey with confidence and grace.

About Dr. Gerda Maissel

Physician patient advocate & medical navigator Dr. Gerda Maissel provides advice to improve medical outcomes and optimizes doctor communication. Dr. Maissel understands both the clinical and business sides of medicine. She works with clients in the hospital or at home to ensure the best outcomes.

Connect with Dr. Gerda Maissel

You can connect with Dr. Gerda Maissell on LinkedIn at Gerda Maissel and find her website at My MD Advisor.  For tips, stories and commentary on American healthcare subscribe to The Foglight by Dr. Gerda Maissel.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Steven Bradley, a former FBI cybercrime investigator and Amazon bestselling author, reveals how technology is being weaponized in divorce and domestic violence cases. 

In this podcast episode, Steven explodes common myths about cyberstalking, including the myth that perpetrators need to be tech experts in order to cyberstalk you. According to Steven, anyone who has basic computer skills and is willing to invest $7 for a computer program can install spyware that clones a phone and will allow your ex to read your texts, listen to you through your phone’s microphone, activate cameras, and track your location in real-time. 

The conversation takes an even more chilling turn when Steven discusses deep fake technology and AI manipulation. 

If you’ve ever had the feeling that your ex is watching you, or somehow knows exactly what you’re going to do BEFORE you do it, you may not be imagining anything. You may be being cyberstalked.

Check out this whole podcast episode to discover more – AND learn how you can protect yourself.

About Steven

Steven Bradley is an Amazon Best-Selling Author, International Trainer, Legal & Technology Consultant ,and nationally recognized expert in law enforcement’s response to intimate partner violence, stalking, and technology abuse. A former FBI cybercrime investigator, he has led international trainings for over 28 years and consults with courts, law enforcement, and legal professionals. Steven now serves with Our Family Wizard, promoting safe, technology-supported communication for separated families. His work bridges the gap between investigative practice and trauma-informed approaches, helping communities respond more effectively to domestic violence and digital threats in legal settings.

Connect with Steven

You can connect with Steven on LinkedIn at Steven Bradley.  Find out how to streamline your parenting schedule, shared expenses and communication with Our Family Wizard.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

After 20 years in corporate finance and experiencing two divorces plus a bankruptcy, Susan created her signature "Money Realities and Realizations" program based on seven distinct levels of money consciousness that correspond to specific energetic frequencies.

Susan's unconventional approach combines hard financial planning with what she calls "energy work" - identifying and shifting the subconscious beliefs that keep you stuck in cycles of financial struggle. She explains how gratitude, detachment, and "quantum leaping" can literally rewire your relationship with money, and help you create the financial abundance you deserve.

Susan’s approach is both practical and metaphysical. She shares specific tools for shifting from scarcity-based thinking to what she calls "unapologetic prosperity" - where making money becomes about purpose rather than desperation. Her integrated approach bridges the gap between traditional financial planning and energy work, offering a both-and solution for people ready to transform their financial reality from the inside out.

About Susan

After 20 years in the “corporate cubicle” side of the financial industry in the US, Susan Glusica had a crisis of legacy and wanted proximity with clients. And after 8 years on the client-facing side offering advanced insurance planning, she realized the biggest money challenge people face is being unaware how to keep, give and grow more so they can be, do, have and give more.

Susan is a multi-time international best-selling author, a Certified Speaker by Women’s Prosperity Network and member, The Dames, a global 6-, 7-, and 8-figure business incubator for women.

Connect with Susan

You can connect with Suan on LinkedIn at Susan Glusica and on Facebook at Susan D Glusica.  You can follow Susan on Instagram at Money Energy Mastery and visit her website at Susan Glusica.  Catch all of Susan’s latest events right here on her Events Page.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this episode, Rosalia Labate, a CPA specializing in divorce analysis, forensics, and business valuations, shares how a divorce financial professional can help divorcing individuals navigate complex financial waters – especially in high net worth divorces. Rosalia’s expertise ranges from uncovering hidden assets to demystifying business valuations.

Rosalia explains the critical difference between financial analysis, business valuation, and forensic accounting—and when you need which. She talks about the real value of gathering documentation early, how numbers tell a story, and how her deep-dive analysis helps people uncover what they own, what they spend, and what they actually need to move forward. 

Whether you’re trying to avoid litigation, navigate mediation, or just get a handle on your own finances, Rosalia’s practical yet strategic insights could save you from making a ton of expensive financial mistakes in your divorce.

About Rosalia

Rosalia Labate is a CPA specializing in Divorce analysis, forensics, and business valuations. She is trained in mediation and collaborative divorce.   As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, and a forensic and business valuation expert, Rosalia M. Labate can be your trusted guide through any financial difficulty. Her practice is focused mainly on divorce matters.

Connect with Rosalia

You can connect with Rosalia on LinkedIn at Rosalia Labate CPA and visit her website at Rosalia Labate.  You can email Rosalia at rosalia@labatecpa.com.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Monica’s story begins in the “in-between.” She was stuck, scared, and trying to save a marriage that could no longer be saved.

Monica shares what it was like to leave the only life she had ever known, how she prepared for the possibility of divorce long before she filed, and the powerful mindset shift that helped her see the process as a business decision, not an emotional breakdown. 

From letting go of the family home to navigating litigation with grace and clarity, Monica's story offers a grounded, honest look at how to take charge of your future—even when your heart is still catching up to your head. 

Monica’s story is a testament to resilience, self-worth, and what it really looks like to heal. If you've ever felt stuck between what was and what could be, Monica’s journey might just give you the perspective shift you need to create the life you truly want.

About Monica

Monica is a highly accomplished Program Manager bringing expertise in program design and oversight, with focus on social responsibility initiatives. Monica divorced 6 years ago after a 30+ yr marriage. Later she almost lost her son in a horrendous car accident. Thankfully, he survived and Monica has gone on to build an amazing life for both of them.

Divorce Resource:  The Lilac Tree

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this episode, Jeffrey Landers—real estate veteran, mortgage broker, and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst—breaks down the critical role a divorce lending professional can play in a divorce. 

With over a decade of experience, Jeff helps divorcing people navigate the financial chaos of divorce so they can afford to keep their house. In this episode, he walks us through the pitfalls that trip people up—like relying on voluntary child support, misunderstanding joint debt, or assuming a judge-approved settlement means you’ll qualify for a mortgage. 

Jeff explains how lender rules work in the real world, and why things like debt-to-income ratios, timelines, and the fine print of your divorce settlement agreement can make or break your refinance. He also dives into smart, proactive strategies—like structuring settlements to improve loan eligibility, starting temporary support early, and even getting a home inspection before finalizing anything.

The conversation is packed with practical tips, cautionary tales, and eye-opening insights that most divorce lawyers don’t know to tell you. 

Whether you’re sure you want to keep the house in your divorce or you’re still trying to decide if that’s possible, bringing a divorce lending professional onto your divorce team is key.

If your future (and your kids’ stability) depends on staying in your home, this is one conversation you can’t afford to miss.

About Jeffrey

Jeff Landers is a seasoned real estate/mortgage and divorce expert with over 40 years of combined experience. In 2010, Jeff founded Bedrock Divorce Advisors, LLC, working exclusively with women going through a financially complicated divorce.

Dealing with the marital home is almost always a major issue in any divorce. Jeff’s strong background and know-how have guided many hundreds of women all over the U.S. through the complexities of their divorce. To focus exclusively on the marital home, Jeff also founded Divorce House Sense, LLC, whose mission is to help divorcing people who want to keep their marital home. 

Jeff has previously written six published books with 18,000+ copies sold nationwide focusing on the financial aspects of divorce, as well as contributing articles regularly to many online publications. Jeff is a go-to divorce expert, having been interviewed extensively by CBS Television News and FOX Television News, as well as The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones, The Miami Herald, Smart Money, Consumer Reports, and The Christian Science Monitor.

Connect with Jeffrey

You can connect with Jeff on LinkedIn at Jeff Landers and on Facebook at Divorce House Sense.  To find out more about Jeff’s work visit his website at Divorce House Sense where you can also find his book, Divorce House Sense®: How To Keep Your Martial Home So You Can Move On, Not Out®.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this painfully honest episode, Mia Hanks (not her real name) shares how – as a young woman - she was initially drawn in by her husband’s charm, love bombing, and big promises. After they were married, though, all that changed.

Over time, Mia started to see subtle red flags—like her husband’s lack of empathy, need for control, and deep insecurity. 

Mia describes how her life became centered around keeping her husband happy, even as her own health, identity, and independence crumbled. She opens up about the physical and psychological toll that the long-term abuse and isolation had on her and how she finally found the courage to leave her husband after her children grew up.

Mia also talks about her painful realization that her husband had meticulously structured their finances to ensure her complete financial dependence. He also made sure she was positioned to get the least amount of money possible in their divorce - in spite of their considerable wealth.

If you suspect you may be married to a covert narcissist this episode will empower you to break free of your current situation and start reclaiming yourself as a human. (And if you know someone else who is in this situation, please share this episode!)

As Mia so clearly says: no matter how long you’ve been in it, you are never as trapped as you think.

About Mia 

Mia is a survivor of narcissistic abuse.  She was married to a covert narcissist for 29 years and in 2024 she published an award-winning memoir titled Bride-Made.  She is hoping that her story can help spread awareness about narcissism and help other victims find their voices.

Connect with Mia

You can follow Mia on X at NPD and Me and on Instagram at NPD and Me.  You can also grab Mia’s award winning book Bride-Made: A Memoir.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Will your divorce be the springboard for your life 2.0? Or will it continue to be the smoldering ashes of the life you thought you had for years to come?

In this solo episode, you’ll hear the story of Amina, a smart, successful woman who looked like she had it all, but behind closed doors was quietly unraveling in a toxic, controlling marriage. 

You’ll discover how Amina slowly began to rebuild her life from the inside out, and how she found the strength to reclaim her confidence, her finances, and eventually her joy. Her story isn’t about revenge or perfection—it’s about how clarity, courage, and conscious choices can transform even the most painful chapter into a path of growth.

This episode is more than a story—it’s a reminder that divorce isn’t just about what you lose. It’s about who you become in the process. 

If you're feeling broken or stuck, this conversation will show you that you still have the power to create a life you love—even if you have to start from scratch.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In 2018 Jenny Townsend was the founder of an award-winning music academy and a successful businesswoman. She was also stressed out, burned out, and found out her husband was cheating. It was then that she realized she had a choice: Throw in the towel on her marriage and the life she’d worked so hard to build, or stay and try to heal and rebuild, not just her marriage, but herself.

In this raw and deeply honest conversation, Jenny unpacks the complex aftermath of her husband’s betrayal and the emotional toll it took on her. She also shares not only what broke her marriage, but also the intentional, step-by-step work she did to bring back to life.

Today, Jenny and her husband describe their relationship as their "second marriage" - stronger and more fulfilling than their first. 

Whether you're trying to heal after infidelity, or just wondering what it takes to save a marriage that’s on the brink of divorce, this conversation will leave you thinking about love, forgiveness, and the power of owning your story.

About Jenny

Jenny Alday Townsend is a keynote speaker, podcaster, Amazon Best Selling author, and thriving businesswoman focused on inspiring individuals to achieve balance in both their professional lives and marriage. Having experienced and triumphed over her own marital challenges, she penned the book Stroke It is a means of providing support to others facing similar struggles. Jenny is the proud proprietor of Music Compound, a renowned music academy that has garnered accolades such as Best Woman-Owned Business and Small Business of the Year. In recognition of her outstanding achievements, Jenny was honored with the Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2019. Now happily married, Jenny takes pleasure in traveling, savoring delectable cuisine, and cherishing quality time spent with loved ones.

Connect with Jenny

You can connect with Jenny on LinkedIn at Jenny Adlay Townsend and on Facebook at Jenny Adlay Townsend.  You can follow Jenny on Instagram at Jenny Adlay Townsend and on YouTube at Jenny Townsend.  To find out more about Jenny’s work visit her website at Jenny Alday Townsend where you can also download 4 Ground Rules to Enhance Your Life.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Drawing from her own high-conflict divorce, Jill offers a refreshingly honest look at what it takes to shift from emotional chaos to calm collaboration—or at least peaceful parallel parenting.

Jill explains why traditional co-parenting advice often falls short, especially when your ex isn’t playing fair. She walks through strategies like removing emotion from communication, using tools like the B.I.F.F. method, and knowing when not to respond at all. Her examples are specific, practical, and sometimes surprising—like how one small act of kindness completely changed her own co-parenting dynamic.

If you've ever wondered how to stay sane while raising kids with someone you’d rather never speak to again, this conversation is full of actionable insights. From parenting teens in two households to helping your kids build resilience when you can’t control your ex’s behavior, Jill shares grounded advice that puts the focus where it belongs—on the kids.

About  Jill

Jill Barnett Kaufman is a Licensed Therapist, Divorce Coach, Mediator & Co-parenting Expert. After going through her own difficult divorce, she made it her life’s mission to help others not have it so tough. Her book and online course, I’m Getting Divorced, Now What? and her transformational coaching program help parents navigate the overwhelming process of divorce with less stress, more confidence and a greater sense of peace.

Connect with Jill

You can connect with Jill on LinkedIn at Jill Kaufman, on Facebook at Jill Kaufman and in her free Facebook Group Separation and Divorce Support Community.  You can follow Jill on Instagram at Divorce Coach Jill and on YouTube at Divorce Coach Jill.  To find out more about Jill’s work, visit her website at Divorce Coach Jill where you can also find out more about her coaching program, Thriving Through Divorce Coaching Program.

Want to Know More About Parenting Coordination?

Check out this episode about Parenting Coordination in high conflict divorce with parenting coordinators Jennifer Lavin and Gail Petrich.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

When the life you built starts to unravel, how do you find the strength to start again—especially when you're still standing in the middle of it? In this powerful podcast episode, Natalie Fairchild shares the deeply personal story behind building her business, Pacific Perks Coffee, while simultaneously raising kids and navigating her husband’s progressive chronic illness.

Natalie courageously opens up about the emotional toll of being her husband’s caregiver, the quiet unraveling of their emotional intimacy, and the internal war that raged inside of her between loyalty and self-preservation. 

Natalie’s decision to ultimately end her marriage wasn’t simple—and certainly wasn’t celebrated—but it was necessary - especially once she realized the level of codependency in her marriage. Her reflections on how she dealt with judgment, grief, and the loss of identity in the process are brutally honest and deeply relatable.

What makes Natalie’s story so compelling is what came after: the messy, nonlinear path to clarity, and the inspiring new life that not only she – but her now ex-husband – have built for themselves. 

If you or someone you know is struggling to make a hard decision to do what you know in your heart is right but what “society” tells you is selfish, this is a podcast episode you’re not going to want to miss.

About Natalie

Natalie Fairchild is Founder and Chief Inspirational Officer of Pacific Perks Coffee. She grew up  in the Pacific Northwest. For the past 17 plus years she has been leading her company and recently Pacific Perks became a franchise. She contributes her success to surrounding herself with the right people, doing what she says she is going to do and being committed to a balanced life. She is most proud of the team and culture she has built at Pacific Perks, by creating jobs with flexibility and great pay for her employees.

Connect with Natalie

You can connect with Natalie on LinkedIn at Natalie Fairchild and on Facebook at Pacific Perks.  You can follow Natalie on YouTube at Pacific Perks Coffee and on Instagram at Pacific Perks.  To find out more about Pacific Perks Coffee visit the website Pacific Perks Coffee. 

Coming Soon:  Stay tuned for a new podcast – ToGet(HER)

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode, Jeannette Seibly  a veteran leadership coach and business advisor, breaks down the misunderstood art of “bragging” and explains why it’s crucial for rebuilding your confidence. With over three decades of experience, Jeannette reveals how learning to talk about your wins isn’t arrogant—it’s essential, especially when your self-worth has taken a hit.

Jeannette also explains how our reaction to the idea of “bragging” comes from societal norms that condition us to minimize our success, and how that tendency to play small holds us back during critical moments like job interviews, negotiations, or dating after divorce. Jeannette's unique method of harnessing the power of “bragging” helps people shift from feeling invisible to owning their power—with data, not drama.

About  Jeannette 

Jeannette Seibly, an award-winning Talent Advisor, Leadership Results Coach, and Business Author, boasts over 32 years of hands-on experience. Her expertise helps leaders and bosses refine their hiring, coaching, and management practices and achieve their intended results. Along her journey, she has guided the creation of three millionaires and numerous six-figure earners, all while championing those ready to elevate their game to new heights. Her newest book is: "Get Your Brag On!"

Connect with Jeannette

You can connect with Jeannette on LinkedIn at Jeannette Seibly and on Facebook at SeibCo, LLC.  To find out more about Jeannette’s work, visit her website at SeibCo, LLC where you can also find her book, “Get Your Brag On!".

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Throughout the conversation, Sharon shares candid insights about how to voice your needs without pushing your partner away, how to handle defensiveness and misunderstanding, and why assuming good intent can completely change the tone of a tough conversation. 

As the discussion goes deeper, Sharon gets into the messy reality of navigating conflict, resentment, and unmet expectations in long-term relationships. She talks about accountability, emotional fidelity, and how to figure out whether your marriage can still meet your core needs. 

Whether you're trying to repair a struggling relationship or just make a good one better, this conversation challenges the idea that love should be effortless—and makes a strong case that real intimacy requires courage, skill, and ongoing negotiation.

About Sharon

Sharon Costanzo is a relationship coach and the founder of Respected & Connected, where she helps high-achieving women create balanced, meaningful partnerships without over functioning or burning out. With a focus on navigating gender dynamics and fostering equity in relationships, Sharon empowers her clients to advocate for their needs with confidence and compassion. Through her private coaching, 'The Better Marriage Blueprint,' and other resources, she teaches practical strategies to build deeper intimacy and collaboration.

Connect with Sharon 

You can connect with Sharon on LinkedIn at Sharon Costanzo and on Facebook at Sharon D Costanzo and you can follow her on Instagram at Respected and Connected.  To find out more about Sharon’s work visit her website at Respected and Connected.

Bonus Offer

Sharon is offering a free guide called the Partnership Playbook: five simple steps to share the load, deepen your bond, and create a thriving partnership - without blame or guilt! 

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

With a background in pastoral counseling and a business built around deep, empathetic listening, Deb shares her journey through caregiving, divorce, and ministry – as well was the lessons she learned along the way. Deb powerfully explains why she believes real listening – listening that picks up on both the message and the emotion behind it -  is the missing ingredient in so many personal and professional relationships.

Deb also introduces her simple but powerful CORE Framework that helps people stay grounded and present in tough conversations. She explains how emotional regulation and clear intentions can change the way we connect with others, even in high-stakes moments like parenting conflicts or discussing divorce.

Whether you're talking with your spouse, your team, or your kids, Deb’s approach gives you the tools to create more meaningful conversations and stronger relationships.

About Deb

With a Master's specializing in Care & Counseling and experience in critical caregiving and divorce, Deb founded HOLD to provide the kind of support she once needed. As a professional listener and communication expert, she helps individuals find clarity through confidential listening sessions and teaches effective communication skills through courses and business training. Deb’s work focuses on fostering connection, empathy, and understanding—helping people feel truly heard in both personal and professional settings.

Connect with Deb

You can connect with Deb on LinkedIn at Deb Porter and on Facebook at Hearing Out Life Drama.  You can follow Deb on Instagram at Hearing Out Life Drama and on her YouTube channel at Hold Listens.  To find out more about Deb’s work please visit her website at Hearing Out Life Drama. You can find Deb’s guide, Thriving Through Divorce:  Finding Peace, Purpose and Joy on her website here.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Drawing from personal experiences, including his own struggles and extensive academic background, Dr. Stewart reveals how understanding the deeper sources of our insecurities can transform our emotional responses and strengthen our connections.

Throughout the episode, we discuss the phenomenon of "emotional inflation," in which small triggers evoke intense reactions because of unresolved insecurities. By learning to identify these triggers and understanding the deeper narrative they often signify, you can gain control over your emotional responses.

If you’re struggling in an emotionally volatile relationship, this episode will empower you to recognize emotional patterns, overcome destructive cycles, and create lasting, positive change.

About Dr. Greg Stewart

Dr. Greg Stewart lives in Rockwall, TX and is currently a full-time telehealth counselor, executive coach, and consultant. He has a BA in Organizational Leadership (Cornerstone University), a Master of Divinity (Grand Rapids Theological Seminary), a MA in Counseling (GRTS), and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision (Regent U). His dissertation was The Relationship of Emotional Intelligence to Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment. He is the author of I3: Unlock the Inner Strength Behind Your Negative Emotions, and I3 for Couples: Facing Our Negative Emotions to Build Intimacy in Marriage. He is currently working on his third book, The Leadership Quotient, which will be available Fall of 2025.

Connect with Dr. Greg Stewart

You can connect with Dr. Greg on Facebook at Dr. Greg Stewart and on LinkedIn at Dr. Greg Stewart. You can follow Dr. Greg on his YouTube Channel at Becoming More CCC, on X at Dr. Greg Stewart and on Instagram at Dr. Greg Stewart.  You can find out how to work with Dr. Greg by visiting his website at Dr. Greg Stewart where you can also find his books I-Cubed and I-Cubed for Couples.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In her book, Becoming a Power Couple: Four Pillars to Engineer Legendary Marriages Gabriela helps couples reconnect, rekindle love, and establish meaningful rituals that sustain their bond. Gabriela highlights the importance of emotional attunement and proactive habits, making relationship-building a deliberate and strategic process.

Most importantly, Gabriela reassures couples that it's never too late to course-correct, even when a marriage is in crisis. Her unique blend of practical advice and emotional intelligence provides both hope and a clear path forward for anyone seeking genuine love and lasting connection.

About Gabriela

Certified coach and author Gabriela Embon believes that a fulfilling adult life hinges on two essential components: an ideal career and a thriving primary relationship. In the last 2 decades as a coach, Gabriela has dedicated herself to helping couples build fulfilling and enduring relationships. Gabriela utilizes the analytical and problem-solving skills from her engineering background, and applies them to the intricacies of human relationships. By combining the precision of engineering with the emotional depth of human behaviour, she empowers couples to transform their relationships, and become a Power Couple.

Connect with Gabriela

You can connect with Gabriela on LinkedIn at Gabriela Embon and Facebook at Gabriela Embon.  You can also follow her on Instagram at Gabriela Embon and YouTube at Coaching Academy.  To find out more about Gabriela’s work visit her website at Gabriela Embon.

Bonus:

Download the prologue of her book “Becoming a Power Couple - 4 Pillars to Engineer Legendary Marriages" here.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Throughout this podcast episode, Dr. Johansson reveals practical tools that allow you to honestly assess your situation without judgment and finally break free from the cycle of avoidance that’s keeping you stuck. She also highlights the crucial mindset shift that will help you stop waiting for motivation and move forward into action.

Dr. Johansson also challenges conventional wisdom about relationships, suggesting that collaboration - NOT compromise - leads to healthier partnerships. By changing predictable conflict patterns and accepting that some disagreements may never be fully resolved, couples can move from resentment to understanding, creating relationships that feel less like work and more like joy.

Dr. Johansson’s straightforward yet compassionate approach helps you discover your "next best move" in any situation, guiding you toward the outcomes you truly desire.

About Dr. Johansson

Dr Carrie Johansson is a psychologist turned speaker and author. Fondly known as The Sensible Psychologist, she works with teams, corporate audiences and dedicated individuals, to build resilience and help them skillfully navigate life’s inevitable ups and downs. On a personal note, Dr. Carrie works her own program to create a life she really enjoys. One of her favorite pastimes is baking muffins, ask her for your favorite flavor and she’ll make them for you!

Connect with Dr. Johansson

Connect with Dr. Johansson on Facebook at Dr. Carrie Johansson and LinkedIn at Self Help on the Go and follow her on YouTube. To find out more about the work Dr. Johansson does visit her website at Self Help On The Go and grab her book Self Help On The Go.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Faust believes information alone isn't enough—real change happens when you put practical knowledge into action. That's why each book in his Fix Yourself Empowerment Series features short, accessible chapters paired with clear, measurable action steps. 

If you're tired of repeating unproductive behavior patterns or staying stuck in unhappy relationships, Faust's approach offers a new way to help yourself break free of what's no longer working for you. By helping you define your struggles, reclaim your energy, and master personal accountability, Faust equips you to confidently overcome life's toughest challenges. 

About Faust

Faust Ruggiero is a psychologist who has been in private practice for over thirty-five years. Before entering private practice, he worked in clinics for deaf children, prisons, nursing homes, substance abuse centers, inpatient facilities, and is a consultant for major national and international corporations. He is a published research author and a professional clinical trainer. 

In the summer of 2016, he began to develop The Fix Yourself Empowerment Series based on the Process Life Program to help readers address difficult situations in their lives. The series currently includes The Fix Yourself Handbook, The Fix Your Anxiety Handbook, The Fix Your Depression Handbook, The Fix Your Anger Handbook and the new The Fix Your Addiction Handbook that was just released!

Connect with Faust

You can connect with Faust on Facebook at Faust Inspire and follow him on X at Faust Inspire and on Instagram at Faust Inspire.  To learn more about Faust’s work visit his website at Faust Ruggiero where you can also find his The Empowerment Series – Handbooks.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Cristie Cerniglia, a certified relationship coach, shares her hard-earned wisdom on how women can shift their approach to love and marriage—without devaluing themselves or waiting for their husbands to change. Having transformed her own 30-year marriage, Cristie helps women rediscover the romance and joy in their relationships, even when their spouse seems to be disengaged and their marriage feels like it's beyond repair.

In this podcast episode, Cristie reveals the small but powerful shifts that changed everything in her marriage. She explains why many women unknowingly push their partners away and how a simple mindset shift can bring them closer. She shares how embracing authentic femininity can be empowering and can create a magnetic pull that reinvigorates your marriage.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything in your marriage and still not getting what you need from your partner, Cristie’s insights offers a hopeful, practical path forward.

About Cristie

Cristie Cerniglia is a ridiculously happy wife after 30 years of marriage. Mom of 4 and Kiki to 3, she is passionate about helping women rewind their relationships back to the fun and romance of dating (with or without their husband's efforts)!  Cristie is a certified Laura Doyle Relationship Coach - with a passion for inspiring and coaching women back in to magnetic marriages.

When following Cristie’s map to a magnetic marriage you can expect to learn six practical skills you can apply from day one that will change your perspectives, your responses and ultimately your marriage.

Connect with Cristie

You can connect with Cristie on Facebook at Relationships With A Map and follow her on Instagram at Relationships With A Map and on YouTube at Relationships With A Map.  You can find out more about Cristie’s work by visiting her website at Relationships With A Map.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode certified health coach and menopause specialist Denise Stegall explores how unaddressed menopausal changes can silently erode relationships. That’s especially true when couples stop communicating about intimate challenges like diminishing libido or emotional upheaval. 

Throughout the conversation, Denise tackles misconceptions about menopause, emphasizing that it's not a one-size-fits-all experience. She shares practical strategies, from tracking symptoms and optimizing hormones to managing mood swings, weight changes, and libido. 

All in all, while menopause may not directly cause divorce, when its symptoms go unrecognized and untreated, it can certainly contribute to it.

Whether you’re male or female, this candid conversation about a phenomenon that every woman will face will give you a depth of understanding that will help in your relationships with any woman.  

About Denise

Denise Stegall is a healthy lifestyle coach, international best-selling author, and culinary expert with over 25 years of experience in nutrition, mindset, and coaching. Armed with a professional plant-based certification, she empowers high-achieving women to navigate menopause and embrace vibrant, joyful living. Denise’s personalized approach blends nourishing whole foods, mental fitness, and overcoming self-doubt to create sustainable well-being. Her mission is to help women move better, feel better, and live better, making every moment of life rich with energy, purpose, and vitality.

Connect with Denise

You can connect with Denise on LinkedIn at Healthy Living with Denise Stegall and on Facebook at Denise Stegall and follow her on Instagram at Healthy Living With Denise and YouTube at Healthy Living With Denise.  To learn more about Denise’s work visit her website Denise Stegall and take her quiz Unlock the Key To Balance.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

The narcissist’s tactics usually follow a calculated pattern, starting with love-bombing the family before marriage, then gradually introducing false allegations and twisted interpretations of normal interactions to drive wedges between parents and their adult child. This psychological manipulation can lead to complete estrangement or seriously limited contact.

What’s worse, the narcissist often “splits” the parents, choosing one who is identified as “bad,” while the other is still allowed contact with their adult child. That strategy  can then create devastating conflict in the parents’ marriage.

If you're navigating the intricacies of parental estrangement or seeking ways to protect your loved ones from narcissistic behavior, this episode offers essential insights and practical survival strategies.

About Tracy

Tracy Malone is an International divorce coach, narcissist abuse survival coach, author, speaker, educator, victim, and surTHRIVER of narcissistic abuse.  Tracy is also the author of Divorcing Your Narcissist: You Can't make This Shit up!  And the founder of Narcissist Abuse Support.com.

Connect with Tracy

You can connect with Tracy on LinkedIn at Tracy Malone and Facebook at Narcissist Abuse Support Group.  You can follow Tracy on YouTube at Tracy Malone, Twitter at Tracy Malone and on Instagram at Tracy A Malone.  You can find out more about Tracy’s work and find support with narcissist abuse on Tracy’s website Narcissist Abuse Support and buy her book Divorcing Your Narcissist:  You Can’take This Shit Up!

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Divorcing employees experience a loss of productivity, increased absences, increased distractions, and a higher turnover rate than non-divorcing employees. Since first responders experience divorce at a much higher rate than the general public, this is even more of a problem for them.

Vicky Townsend, a trailblazer in the divorce industry, set out to change all that.

Vicky has created a groundbreaking program that supports employees - particularly first responders - during the tumultuous divorce process. Employees in these programs get access to concierge-level divorce coaching, mediation services, marriage counseling resources, and specialized support for complex situations like religious divorces or high-conflict cases.

The support they receive not only relieves the employee’s anxiety, but it also reduces the financial cost of divorce – both for the employee and the employer.

Vicky is currently focusing this program on first responders whose job-related stress contributes to higher divorce rates and the need for more nuanced divorced guidance.

If you or anyone you know is a first responder, or works for a forward-thinking company, this episode is one that you’ll not only want to listen to, but you’ll want your boss to listen to it as well.

About Vicky

Vicky Townsend is a trailblazing entrepreneur and advocate, dedicated to transforming the divorce process into a kinder, more affordable experience. As the founder of the National Association of Divorce Professionals, Divorce Right, and Fairwell, she has spent over two decades championing solutions that protect families from the financial and emotional toll of divorce. Her recent efforts focus on supporting first responders and military personnel during this challenging life transition. With unwavering commitment, Vicky continues to innovate and lead the charge for a more compassionate divorce industry.

Connect with Vicky

You can connect with Vicky on LinkedIn at Vicky Townsend and on Facebook at Vicky Townsend and follow Vicky on YouTube at Divorce Right HR Solutions for Divorce in the Workplace. To find out how to work with Vicky visit her websites:

For employers: Divorce Right 

For individuals: Fairwell

Email: Vicky@fairwell.com

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Samantha and Karen are on a mission to revolutionize retirement planning. They’ve identified a critical flaw in conventional retirement planning: the assumption that simply saving enough money and getting good returns will guarantee a comfortable retirement. 

While that strategy makes sense on the surface, it ONLY makes sense if you’ve factored taxes into the equation. That’s exactly what Karen and Samantha do for their clients. 

Through their innovative "Power of 3" approach, Karen and Samantha are helping clients maximize income, reduce risk, and minimize taxes so they can retire with confidence.

For those approaching retirement or going through a divorce (or doing both!) this podcast can be the difference from being able to retire in comfort and ease, and not being able to retire at all.

About Karen and Samantha

Karen Stawicki and Samantha Irish are the powerhouse mother-daughter team behind Compass Financial, a boutique wealth solutions firm based in Charleston, SC. With over 50 years of combined experience, they’re on a mission to revolutionize retirement planning. Through their innovative “Power of 3” approach, they empower clients to maximize income, eliminate risks, and slash taxes, granting you smooth sailing into your golden years.

Connect with Karen and Samantha

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn at Karen Stawicki and with Samantha at Samantha Stawicki Irish and on Facebook at Compass Financial.  You can follow Karen and Samantha on Instagram at Compass Financial and on YouTube at Navigate Your Wealth.  To find out how to work with Karen and Samantha visit their website at Compass Financial.  And grab a copy of their new book The Power of Three.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

When her marriage was floundering, Karen McNenny found herself paralyzed by fear. She didn’t want to give up on her marriage if it could be saved. But she didn’t want to wait until she and her ex hated each other before she left.

That’s when she discovered a life-changing truth: leaving while there's still love can lead to a healthier post-divorce relationship than waiting until things completely fall apart.

Karen has now created the "Good Divorce Experience." It's a process that isn’t about winning or losing, but about creating a healthier dynamic for everyone. 

Using her "Good Divorce Process" Karen guides couples to transform what's typically seen as a legal battle into a thoughtful family transition. She works with both partners simultaneously, helping them navigate everything from telling their children about their divorce to creating detailed parenting schedules, all while charging a flat monthly fee to ensure accessibility and open communication.

If you’re looking for a kinder and gentler way to divorce and you and your spouse don’t hate each other already, the “Good Divorce Process” may be just what you need to end your marriage with love.

About Karen 

Karen McNenny is working to change the way families navigate divorce. Divorcing families are starving for better outcomes with less debt, destruction and despair. Through her signature Good Divorce Experience™, Karen utilizes her training as a mediator and divorce coach to guide couples through the legal process of GETTING divorced. More importantly, as a trained therapist and co-parenting specialist, she teaches them HOW TO BE DIVORCED once the ink is dry. The marriage may be over, but where children are involved, the relationship is forever. As a leading voice in the field of human behavior and relationships, Karen ultimately sees herself as a social activist, working towards world peace, one family at a time.

Connect with Karen

You can connect with Karen on Facebook at Karen McNenny The Good Divorce Coach and on LinkedIn at Karen McNenny – The Good Divorce Coach.  Follow Karen on Instagram at Good Divorce Coach and on YouTube at Good Divorce Coach. To learn more about Karen’s work and any upcoming events visit her website at Karen McNenny.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Growing up in an intellectual household where her parents often dismissed her feelings, Valerie learned to suppress her naturally empathic nature and to operate from her head rather than her heart. When her first marriage fell apart, Valerie started studying various emotional healing modalities in order to reconnect herself with her feelings. In doing so she learned to express her needs without seeming needy and to attract the emotionally available husband to whom she’s currently married. 

Valerie now helps other women to transform their relationships from emotional disconnection to deep intimacy.

In her "MANifest Lasting Love" program she teaches a five-step formula for expressing feelings and needs in ways that inspire rather than alienate potential partners. Through her unique approach to relationships, she guides clients to break free from the cycle of attracting emotionally unavailable partners and instead create the deep, lasting relationships they seek.

Whether you're single, dating, or trying to reignite passion in a long-term relationship, Valerie provides actionable insights into identifying emotional patterns, communicating effectively, and creating the lasting love you long for.

About Valerie
Valerie Greene is a unique relationship mentor, author, and speaker who helps women to inspire their man to fulfill their deepest needs and desires. A highly successful alternative to relationship therapy, Valerie helps women and couples create a secure emotional CONNECTION--not just problem-solving or communication skills. 

Valerie holds numerous certifications in coaching, NLP, and emotional healing modalities. She leads workshops, retreats, and online courses for women and couples, and is the creator of the 12-week Man-ifest Lasting Love coaching program and the author of the book “The Commitment Roadmap” which teaches women how to inspire their man to commit to a lifetime of lasting love. 

Connect with Valerie
You can connect with Valerie on LinkedIn at Valerie Green and on Facebook at Coach Valerie Greene.  And follow Valerie on YouTube at Valerie Greene, on X at Coach Val Greene and on Instagram at Val Greene.  To find out more about Valerie’s work visit her website at Coach Valerie Greene.

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This guide by relationship coach Valerie Greene unveils the SIMPLE proven system to being irresistible to men, so you can inspire his devotional love, and you feel honored, cherished, and adored.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

After losing his 19-year-old son Connor, Jonathon embarked on an unexpected journey that transformed his understanding of love, relationships, and human connection. While grieving this profound loss, Jonathon discovered that the biggest challenge facing most singles isn't finding the right partner - it's learning to truly love themselves.

Jonathon is now on a mission to help singles cultivate more meaningful relationships by building their own self-love and emotional health. His insights are drawn from years of guiding others and his own experiences navigating the dating world post-divorce.

Jonathon candidly reflects on the trials of online dating and the deeper emotional wounds many people bring into relationships. He explains why dating profiles often fall short and reveals the subtle ways self-awareness can create more authentic connections. 

This conversation isn’t just about dating; it’s a profound exploration of forgiveness, self-compassion, and growth, coupled with practical, actionable steps for healing and growth.

About Jonathon
Jonathon Aslay is a dating and relationship coach who focuses on helping his clients discover a deeper, self-sustaining happiness. He realized that the process of dating reveals the most common emotional health issue faced by many singles seeking a partner: a distressing lack of self-worth, self-regard, and self-love.

Today, he is on a mission of encouraging both men and women to fully love themselves with a new book, "What The Heck Is Self-Love Anyway?"—packed with fun, engaging spiritual and personal growth practices—and his dynamic Mid-Life Love Mastery mentorship program, that inspires hundreds of people daily, around the world. 

Connect with Jonathon
You can connect with Jonathon on LinkedIn at Jonathon Aslay and on Facebook at Jonathon Aslay.  You can follow him on YouTube at Jonathon Aslay, on X at Jonathon Aslay and on Instagram at Jonathon Aslay.  To find out more about Jonathon’s work visit his website at Jonathon Aslay. 

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jenn Kennedy, a clinical sexologist and licensed marriage and family therapist, unpacks the complexities of relationship intimacy, diving deeply into the challenges couples face when navigating sex and desire. 

Dr. Kennedy breaks down the common struggle of desire discrepancy—when partners have mismatched levels of sexual interest—and explains the emotional, biological, and relational factors that often drive these differences. She candidly reveals why most therapists aren’t adequately trained to handle issues around sexuality and how this impacts the relationships of the couples those therapists work with.

With humor and wisdom, Dr. Kennedy offers actionable strategies that will help couples reconnect, emphasizing the power of newness and intentionality to revitalize intimacy. 

Whether it’s learning to plan creatively or rethinking what sex means, Dr. Kennedy’s advice is refreshingly accessible and empowering.

This episode isn’t just about relationships—it’s about redefining intimacy and discovering how to create a more connected, fulfilling partnership.

About Dr. Kennedy
Dr. Jenn Kennedy is a clinical sexologist and licensed marriage and family therapist based in Santa Barbara. In her private practice, Dr. Jenn sees couples and individuals in the areas of relationships, sex, addiction and LGBT. In 2019, she founded her clinical group practice, Riviera Therapy, and under this umbrella, she supervises up-and-coming clinicians. In 2023, Dr. Jenn launched The Pleasure Project, which is dedicated to helping us all have a better sex life. Through this venture, Dr. Jenn hosts a podcast called The Pleasure Project with Dr. Jenn Kennedy and she offers small group intensives for women and couples called The Pleasure Circle. Dr. Jenn has been quoted in Redbook, Reader’s Digest, Forbes Health, DailyOm, Shondaland, Parade, Allure, Yahoo!life and others. She is often tapped to discuss intimacy and sexuality for therapists and physicians.

Connect with Dr. Kennedy
You can connect with Dr. Kennedy on LinkedIn at Dr. Jenn Kennedy and Facebook at Riviera Therapy.  You can follow Dr. Kennedy on YouTube at Dr. Jenn Kennedy, on Instagram at Dr Jenn Kennedy and on her Podcast Pleasure Project:  Sex and Relationships.  To find out how to work with Dr. Kennedy visit her website at Pleasure Project.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Drawing from over two decades of experience working with clients, Leah challenges common misconceptions about narcissistic relationships and codependency. Rather than focusing solely on the narcissist’s behavior, Leah dives deeply into BOTH parties’ behavior, since breaking those patterns is the key to making lasting change.

Leah emphasizes how important it is for the non-narcissistic partner to examine his/her own behavior patterns, energy imbalances, and childhood wounds that may be causing them to attract and maintain difficult relationships.

Leah's practical approach combines energy healing with concrete techniques for building healthy boundaries, developing self-confidence, and recognizing relationship "green flags" - like emotional availability and acting from desire rather than need. Through her work, clients have transformed challenging relationships, found fulfilling careers, and even overcome fertility struggles by addressing their energetic blocks.

If you’re struggling in a high-conflict relationship, this podcast episode may hold the key that will totally transform your relationships and your life.

About Leah
Leah Guy is a spiritual teacher, speaker and intuitive healing artist. She's the author of three books including Overcoming Toxic Emotions, currently published in four languages, as well as the one-woman show, The Light Night of the Soul. Leah uses her personal triumphs over sexual abuse, addiction, anxiety and eating disorders, along with more than two decades of experience in private practice working with clients and organizations, helping people transform their lives. Leah inspires and teaches people how to access their fullest potential with practical techniques, guided wisdom, and entertaining concepts. Her courses and podcast have reached hundreds of thousands of people worldwide.  

Connect with Leah
You can connect with Leah on Facebook at Leah The Modern Sage and follow her on Instagram at leahthemodernsage.  You can catch her podcast The Modern Sage and watch her YouTube channel at A Girl Named Guy.  To find out more about how to work with Leah visit her website at Leah Guy.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode licensed professional counselor Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez explains how.

Co-parenting counselors are licensed mental health professionals who provide expert recommendations and guidance to help parents communicate better and make child-focused decisions.  

Unlike court-appointed parenting coordinators, co-parenting counselors don’t have the authority to adjudicate disputes or enforce parenting agreements. They do, however, have the skills and ability to help parents create a functional new family dynamic where both parents can learn to work together for their children's wellbeing.

If you’re searching for practical strategies for navigating common co-parenting dilemmas, such as setting boundaries, managing emotions, and creating actionable goals that prioritize children’s well-being, this episode may provide the answers you seek. Co-parenting counseling can help you transform your contentious parental dynamics into a productive partnership, helping you and your spouse align on critical parenting decisions.

If you or someone you know is experiencing parenting challenges, this podcast episode just might change everything for you.

About Kelley
Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice in Ridgefield, Connecticut, specializing in assisting couples at relationship crossroads, particularly when one party is uncertain about the marriage's future. She offers Couples Therapy, Affair Recovery, Sex Therapy, Discernment Counseling, Healing Separation Support, and Co-Parenting Counseling. Kelley also provides non-adversarial divorce support to divorcing partners, helping them navigate communication impasses to make important decisions during and after the divorce process. Focused on child wellbeing, she aids co-parents in developing a new relationship centered on their kids’ needs. Kelley is among a select group of mental health providers trained in mediation and collaborative divorce, offering cooperative and efficient options.

Connect with Kelley
You can connect with Kelley on LinkedIn at Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez and on Facebook at Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez: Manifesting Positive Outcomes and follow Kelley on Instagram at KelleyHopkinsAlvarezLPC. To learn more about Kelley’s work visit her website at Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez and her YouTube channel at Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez, LPC.

Additional Resources:
The Connecticut Council for Non-Adversarial Divorce
Our Family Wizard

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Drawing from his extensive experience with cases involving alcohol, drugs, gambling, and other addictions, Mitch emphasizes that the key to navigating a divorce and addiction is to treat the addiction as a disease rather than a moral failing. 

Mitch’s approach focuses on implementing practical protections - from supervised visitation and breathalyzer requirements for parenting time, to innovative solutions for high-functioning professionals who need specialized treatment options that won't derail their careers.

Mitch also provides insight into sophisticated strategies for protecting assets and securing support payments in cases involving addiction. He demonstrates how modern technology and data collection devices including Soberlink can help prove addiction patterns. Finally he offers insights into structuring settlements that can protect both the immediate and long-term interests of the non-addicted spouse.

If you or someone you know is dealing with addiction and divorce, this is a “Can’t Miss” episode.

About Mitchell
Mitchell works exclusively in the area of family law. He has significant experience dealing with both parenting-related and financial litigation. Mitchell approaches his cases with the goal of problem solving through the understanding that each client has a unique set of circumstances. Mitchell works closely with his clients throughout the legal process to find reasonable and practical solutions. In addition to his litigation experience, Mr. Gordon has expertise conducting settlement conferences, drafting marital settlement agreements, parenting agreements, and pre and post-nuptial agreements. Furthermore, he is a skilled appellate advocate, having litigated numerous family law cases at the Appellate Court level. 

Connect with Mitchell
You can connect with Mitchell on LinkedIn at Mitchell B Gordon and find more information regarding the services he provides on his website Bradford & Gordon, LLC 

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Rhonda Noordyk has created a strategic approach to finance that goes beyond traditional divorce financial planning and into the realm of financial advocacy. Rhonda goes beyond the numbers to actually advocate for her clients, asking tough questions during their mediation or negotiation that helps them uncover details they might otherwise overlook.

In this podcast episode, Rhonda explains what it means to be a "financial advocate" and why her role is critical in high-stakes divorce negotiations. 

From questioning the validity of income calculations to identifying gaps in transparency, Rhonda dives into the strategies she uses to level the playing field for her clients. 

Whether it’s challenging business valuations, reviewing support numbers, or guiding clients through mediation, Rhonda’s insights shine a light on how strategy—not guesswork—can create better outcomes in your divorce.

About Rhonda

Rhonda Noordyk, CDFA® is a well-respected divorce financial strategist. She is known internationally for her work in pioneering a path for women to navigate through the financial aspects of the divorce process. As a strategist, Rhonda helps her clients determine their next best financial move.

Connect with Rhonda

You can connect with Rhonda on LinkedIn at Rhonda Noordyk, on Facebook at Rhonda Noordyk and follow her on Instagram at Rhonda Noordyk.  To learn more about Rhonda’s work visit her website at Rhonda Noordyk Financial Divorce Advocate and grab a copy of Rhonda’s book Bold Beginnings: A Journey of Divorce and Financial Confidence.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

This special episode brings together the best insights from our guests in 2024. You’ll hear about how to tackle complex relationship challenges like divorcing a narcissist, navigating sexless marriages, and implementing creative solutions like bird nesting for families in transition. This is a curated mix of powerful interviews that address not just the legal and logistical aspects of these struggles but also the emotional and psychological hurdles that keep people stuck.

Through expert advice and deeply personal stories, you’ll hear practical strategies for managing high-conflict dynamics, understanding toxic relationship cycles, and finding healthier ways to communicate and co-parent. Whether it’s uncovering patterns of abuse, building boundaries, or learning how to use mediation to save time, money, and your sanity, these conversations are full of eye-opening moments that can change the way you approach tough decisions.

The episode is a roadmap for anyone looking to break free from old cycles and emerge stronger—legally, emotionally, and relationally. With topics ranging from gaslighting to financial transparency in divorce, you’ll come away with tools, insights, and even a bit of hope that even the hardest decisions can lead to unexpected transformation.

This is truly the BEST of Off the Fence 2024.

About Tracy Malone
Tracy Malone is an International divorce coach and surTHRIVER of narcissistic abuse and the author of Divorcing Your Narcissist: You Can't make This Shit up! and the founder of Narcissist Abuse Support.com.  Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn at Tracy Malone and Facebook at Narcissist Abuse Support Group.
About Kathleen Brigham
Kathleen created Brigham Advising after going through her own divorce and finding it difficult to map a productive path between tough talking lawyers, well-meaning therapists and supportive but uneasy friends and family. Learn more about Kathleen's work on her website Brigham Learning.
About Michael Cohen
Michael saw firsthand the impact of a litigated divorce on his own children and vowed to transition his career to divorce mediation. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn at Michael’s Mediation at Facebook at Michael’s Mediation.
About Janelle Orion
Janelle knows how to hold space--and the occasional butt plug--for others’ spiritual awakening. Catalysts for her becoming include plant medicines, polyamory and getting married and divorced “in love.” Connect with Janelle on LinkedIn at Janelle Orion and on Facebook.
About Karen McMahon
Karen emerges as a true luminary, specializing in the complex arena of high conflict divorce with unwavering determination and a heart full of empathy. Connect with Karen on her LinkedIn page at Karen McMahon on Facebook at Karen McMahon and

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

But just because your holidays will be undeniably different, that doesn’t mean they have to be miserable.

In this podcast episode, divorce expert Jackie Pilossoph—creator of Divorced Girl Smiling—shares deeply relatable stories and actionable tips for surviving the holidays, even if you’re feeling sad, alone, or overwhelmed. Jackie opens up about her own experience of spending her first Christmas without her kids, offering insights on how to honor your emotions while finding ways to reclaim joy during these tough times.

If you’re alone today – or on any major holiday – Jackie’s creative and practical ideas can help you feel better right now, even if you didn’t plan ahead. You’ll discover how taking even small steps can shift your mindset and improve your mood, even when you think that’s impossible.

Don’t struggle through the holiday season! Take a break. Listen to this episode. You’ll feel better.

[SPOILER ALERT: This episode just might make you feel SO good that you even forget how miserable you just were!]

About Jackie
Jackie Pilossoph is the creator and Editor-in-chief of Divorced Girl Smiling, a media company comprised of a website, podcast, mobile app, and professional resources. Jackie holds a Masters degree in Broadcast Journalism and is a former television news reporter and features reporter and writer for the Chicago Tribune.

Where to Connect with Jackie
You can connect with Jackie on Facebook at Divorced Girl Smiling or in her Facebook Group, The Divorced Girl Smiling Group. She is on LinkedIn as Divorced Girl Smiling. You can also find her on her website  at DivorcedGirlSmiling.com.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

The answer to these questions and more often lies buried deeply in your past.

In this week’s podcast episode, Tammy Cox, a transformational coach, reveals how even seemingly minor emotional experiences can create deep-seated beliefs that unconsciously drive our adult behaviors and relationship patterns. 

Those internalized beliefs – beliefs such as feeling unlovable or unimportant - create invisible emotional blueprints that repeat throughout our lives, influencing everything from our self-perception to our closest relationships.

Thankfully, by learning to recognize our emotional triggers and exploring their origins, we can uncover and neutralize our childhood wounds and create more fulfilling adult relationships.

If you’ve ever suffered from self-doubt or feelings of unworthiness, this podcast episode will show you how to shift your belief system and start choosing beliefs that empower you. In that way you can start to break dysfunctional relationship patterns and step into true emotional freedom.

About Tammy
Tammy Cox is a dedicated Transformational Coach with a passion for helping women transform their lives and relationships. With a unique focus on inner child healing, Tammy uncovers the root causes of relationship breakdowns, guiding her clients on a deeply transformative journey toward rekindling emotional connection and love. Tammy's personal life journey was marked by significant childhood wounds, bringing her to a crossroads where she faced two choices: surrender to despair or embark on a path of healing. She chose the latter, committing to an inspiring voyage of self-discovery and personal growth, which shaped her into the transformational coach she is today.

Connect with Tammy
You can connect with Tammy on LinkedIn at Tammy Cox and on Facebook at Tammy Cox. You can follow Tammy on Instagram at Tammy Cox and X on Tamncox.  To find out all about Tammy visit her Linktr at Tammy Cox.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Sound too good to be true?

According to health and sex researcher Matt Cook, all of that (and more!) is possible.

In this podcast episode Matt shares the groundbreaking concepts he discovered that transformed his own 25-year marriage from boring to booming. He reveals secrets about the "oxytocin track," the “Coolidge effect,” and the often-overlooked orgasm cycle.  Matt also shares how simple changes in intimacy habits can reignite passion and strengthen bonds in long-term relationships.

Matt doesn’t shy away from discussing taboo sexual topics in a quest to help couples transform their relationships, rediscover their passion, and build greater intimacy, regardless of their current struggles or physical constraints.

If you’re looking for holistic approaches to sexual health, and solutions to challenges like low libido, erectile dysfunction, and hormone imbalances, this a must-listen-to podcast episode. It just might revolutionize the way you think about love and connection regardless of your age.

About Matt
Matt Cook has coached over 80,000 men and runs the largest on-line university for alternative health and sex for men, GetMemberAccess.com. He helps men have the relationship and healthy life of their dreams using alternative methods and I have no doubt you’ll find this very eye opening and quite opposite of what every other so-called expert is saying.

Connect with Matt
You can learn more about Matt’s work and gain access to his experiments, courses, transformation classes, newsletters and more on his website getmemberaccess.com.  And view his YouTube Channel at @RealMattCook.

Free Offer
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Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

The conversation goes beyond just theory, though. Using practical examples, Bev highlights how attachment styles govern the way we interact with our partner especially the cycle of approach-avoid that often traps couples in an endless cycle of “I want you/I need space.”

Using cutting-edge techniques to reprogram the subconscious mind, Bev demonstrates how clients can heal core wounds, build emotional resilience, and foster secure attachment with those they love. 

Whether you’re struggling in your marriage or seeking to deepen your other relationships, this conversation reminds us that true transformation is possible.

About Bev
Prior to becoming a Certified Attachment Practitioner and founding Securely Loved, Bev was an Executive Leader, University Lecturer and published author, having obtained her Masters' Degree in 2006. She has dedicated her entire career (25+ years) working with adults in the realm of personal growth and professional development.

Bev specializes in attachment theory, as it relates to dating and relationships, LGBT+ communities, sexuality, childhood trauma, complex family dynamics, narcissistic abuse, and respectful parenting. She believes that radical honesty is the way to authentically connect with people, in a world where more and more of us are feeling isolated and disconnected.

Connect with Bev
You can connect with Bev on LinkedIn at Securely Loved and on Facebook at Securely Loved.  You can follow Bev on Instagram at Securely_loved and on YouTube @SecurelyLoved.  To find out more about Bev’s work visit her website at Securely Loved and book a 20 minute consult here.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode, Bev Mitelman, a certified attachment practitioner and founder of Securely Loved, discusses the profound impact our attachment style has on all of our future relationships.

Bev explains how our early relationships with our primary caregivers create lifelong patterns for how we give and receive love—and why understanding these patterns is key to building better connections. Relying on the work of Dr. Gabor Maté, Bev explores and explains our attachment styles, core wounds, and the pivotal choice each of us makes between maintaining an insecure attachment style that we may have picked up during our childhood and consciously growing into a secure attachment style that will help us create the healthy relationships we crave.

If you feel like it’s “Groundhog Day” in your intimate relationships, and you long to create a more secure and well-balanced bond, this podcast episode is for you.

About Bev
Prior to becoming a Certified Attachment Practitioner and founding Securely Loved, Bev was an Executive Leader, University Lecturer and published author, having obtained her Masters' Degree in 2006. She has dedicated her entire career (25+ years) working with adults in the realm of personal growth and professional development.

Bev specializes in attachment theory, as it relates to dating and relationships, LGBT+ communities, sexuality, childhood trauma, complex family dynamics, narcissistic abuse, and respectful parenting. She believes that radical honesty is the way to authentically connect with people, in a world where more and more of us are feeling isolated and disconnected.

Connect with Bev
You can connect with Bev on LinkedIn at Securely Loved and on Facebook at Securely Loved.  You can follow Bev on Instagram at Securely_loved and on YouTube @SecurelyLoved.  To find out more about Bev’s work visit her website at Securely Loved and book a 20 minute consult here.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode Dana Cox shares her transformative journey of personal growth and resilience after deciding to end her 33-year marriage. She openly shares how she strategically navigated the divorce process, not just to protect herself financially but also to preserve an amicable relationship with her ex-husband, which was crucial for their six children and three grandchildren. 

With candid honesty, Dana recounts the physical, emotional, and mental transformation that followed her decision to prioritize her well-being, peace of mind, and happiness. Her transformation was founded in a powerful mindset shift that caused her to take full responsibility for her part in the ending of her marriage, and to focus on becoming the person she needed to be to create the life she wanted.

Shortly after her divorce, Dana lost her corporate job. But instead of letting that loss bring her down, she simply pivoted and created her own coaching business. Now she empowers other women to prioritize their personal values and follow their hearts too.

If you need an uplifting story of growth, resilience and hope in the face of adversity, this week’s podcast episode is for you.

About Dana
Dana L. Cox is an international speaker, author, and the powerhouse behind FIX Coaching & Consulting. With over two decades of leadership experience, she empowers ambitious women to achieve extraordinary success without sacrificing their personal lives. Her approach integrates career goals with life aspirations, creating harmony and resilience for her clients. Dana’s work also drives organizations to streamline operations and foster bold, transformative leadership.

Connect with Dana
You can connect with Dana on LinkedIn at Dana L Cox.  To find out more about Dana and the services she offers visit her website at www.danalcox.com.

Coming Soon

• 2-day Deep Dive Intensive "Success Unchained: Ditch Burnout & Mom Guilt" 
• Online course; Book: The F.I.X. - Focused & Intentional eXecution: 7 Steps for Climbing the Corporate Ladder Without Neglecting Your Health or Sacrificing Your Family and new online course launch.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this podcast episode, psychotherapist and author Phyllis Leavitt dives deeply into the complex topic of conflict resolution and decision-making within personal relationships, families, and communities. She breaks down the dynamics of both healthy and unhealthy family relationships and talks about strategies you can use to improve your own ability to resolve conflicts in a healthier way.

Beyond healing our individual relationships, Phyllis also reflects on America’s current cultural divide, noting the way we take responsibility and resolve conflicts in our personal relationships can influence society as a whole. 

Phyllis shares valuable insights from her book "America in Therapy," and urges listeners to approach conflict on all levels with empathy and a willingness to listen and understand which will both promote peace and foster healthier relationships.

In an era of escalating social division and family conflict, Phyllis emphasizes how the skills we use to heal our closest relationships can transform our larger societal wounds.

About Phyllis
Phyllis has been a psychotherapist for 34 years and is the author of three books-- A Light in the Darkness, Into the Fire, and America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis. Her focus is on healing our families on all levels-- family of origin all the way to the macrocosm of the Family of America, for the sake of bringing us back into healthy cooperation and connection and mitigating the forces of escalating divisiveness and violence so many are suffering from today.

Connect with Phyllis
You can connect with Phyllis on LinkedIn at Phyllis Leavitt, on Facebook at Phyllis Leavitt.  You can follow her on Instagram at phyllis_e_leavitt, on X at @PhyllisLeavitt2 and on YouTube at Phyllis Leavitt Podcasts.  To find out more about how to work with Phyllis visit her website at Phyllis Leavitt and email Phyllis at phyllis@phyllislevitt.com.

Newly released book:  America In Therapy  

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this candid and thought-provoking episode, Raif draws from nearly three decades of legal experience to share not only his legal insights in divorce, but also his own journey through divorce. That journey reshaped his legal practice, helping him empathize with clients on a deeper level.

Throughout this conversation, Raif stresses the critical role knowledge and understanding the emotional and financial rollercoaster of divorce plays in navigating divorce effectively. He also shares insider insights on the way divorce really works and the tremendous benefits of alternative dispute resolution.

Raif discusses how to apply a cost-benefit analysis that will keep you from making some of the biggest divorce mistakes that so many people unwittingly make. He also scrutinizes the misconceptions surrounding legal processes, the potential risks versus rewards of trials, and the strategic approaches to avoiding court battles.  

If you’re thinking about or facing divorce, this episode is a treasure-trove of practical wisdom that will guide you through your divorce with more control and less conflict and expense. 

About Raiford
Raiford Dalton Palmer is an experienced Illinois divorce attorney and the bestselling author of "I Just Want This Done: How Smart, Successful People Get Divorced Without Losing Their Kids, Money, and Minds," named the Best Family Law Book of All Time by BookAuthority. Raiford has been featured in prominent media outlets including The Associated Press, The Los Angeles Times, Forbes, Newsweek, US News, the New York Post, SiriusXM Radio, and WGN Radio AM 720.

With nearly 30 years of experience as a lawyer and mediator, Raiford is the CEO of STG Divorce Law, P.C., a law firm focusing solely on matrimonial law in the Chicago area. He is a Fellow in the Illinois Chapter of The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML).

Raif is married to his law partner and AAML Fellow Juli Gumina, and they have a blended family of two sons and two daughters.

Connect with Raiford
You can connect with Raiford on LinkedIn at Raiford Palmer, on Facebook at Raiford Palmer and on Instagram and X  @Raiford Palmer.  To learn more about Raif’s work visit his website at STG Law Firm and visit his YouTube channel at STG Divorce Law and listen to his podcast at I Just Want This Done Podcast.  To easily get the best selling book "I Just Want This Done: How Smart, Successful People Get Divorced Without Losing Their Kids, Money, and Minds" visit I just Want This Done.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

This podcast episode takes a deep dive into practical safety strategies with Catherine Trimboli, a seasoned law enforcement professional turned personal protection advocate. 

Catherine shares how she empowers high-level women to feel secure through situational awareness, safety planning, and discrete security services. With her background as a law enforcement captain with 30 years of experience Catherine is particularly well-poised to share practical advice and real-world tips on everything from avoiding dangerous encounters to safeguarding yourself when traveling, and more.

She also shares how you can empower your children through safety education, without making them feel so bold that they put themselves in harm’s way. 

From maintaining privacy about your whereabouts to implementing strategies for safe social interactions, Catherine’s advice is a blueprint for safeguarding peace of mind no matter who or where you are.

About Catherine
Catherine Trimboli - Retired Boss Lady / Personal Protector Concierge. As a retired Law Enforcement Captain with over 30 years of experience, Catherine is now channeling her expertise into launching a personal protection business for your peace of mind. Her focus is on providing discreet, high-level security services tailored to women and children. With a deep understanding and commitment to confidentiality and personalized safety planning, she offers practical solutions to help individuals feel empowered, safe, and secure in their daily lives. As a driven professional with a servant-leadership approach, she leads with purpose, and passion, always striving to uplift and inspire those around her. Her mission is to deliver trusted protection with the same integrity and dedication that guided her law enforcement career.

Connect with Catherine
You can connect with Catherine on LinkedIn at Catherine Trimboli to stay updated on her latest projects, professional insights, and industry expertise. Whether you're looking to network, collaborate, or simply follow her career journey, her profile offers a great opportunity to engage. Don’t hesitate to send her a message or request to connect—she’s always open to meaningful conversations and expanding her professional network.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

In this special episode, we dive into the thorny question of when to divorce by exploring the story of Sue, who faces the heart-wrenching decision of whether to leave her husband, Brad, due to his escalating drinking problem. 

Grappling with financial constraints and familial duties, Sue's story is one of emotional turmoil and the heavy burden of pondering life-altering choices.

If you or someone you know is struggling to decide whether to stay married, or when to divorce, this podcast episode can provide you with an eye-opening reality you might not otherwise have considered.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

With your home typically being one of the biggest assets you have, it’s not a simple question. It also has tremendous implications for your future, both from a financial, as well as from an emotional standpoint.

In this podcast episode, real estate expert Maci Chance shares her own journey through divorce and how it led her to specialize in helping women navigate the often-complicated decisions surrounding whether to keep their home in a divorce … or not.

Maci’s practical advice and real-life stories provide critical guidance on a myriad of real estate issues in divorce, including decluttering, staging, and smart pricing tactics. Maci emphasizes the importance of gathering accurate and complete information regarding your home BEFORE making any big decisions about it. 

Maci's story serves as a beacon of hope, showing that even though letting go of the family home may seem daunting, it can be the key to unlocking a brighter future.

About Maci
Maci is a Realtor in the Denver, Colorado metro area who is not only skilled at helping anyone with their Real Estate transactions but her own story and professional training has put her on a path to specialize in providing support and guidance for women going through a divorce in need of selling their marital home and finding a home to start their next chapter. Her strengths lie in her ability to transform a process typically filled with fear, uncertainty and monumental challenge to one full of courage, ease and abundant opportunity.

Connect with Maci
You can connect with Maci on LinkedIn at Maci Chance, on Facebook at Maci Chance Realtor and follow Maci on Instagram at Maci Chance Realtor.   To learn more about Maci’s work visit her website at Maci Chance where you can also download your copy of 5 Questions to Ask Yourself When Deciding Where to Live After Divorce.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.