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Have you been in a relationship and wondered, "is this abuse?" This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack welcomes back podcast host & author Kate Anthony to discuss what abuse looks like and when it is time to leave an unhealthy marriage. Kate opens up to Michelle about her "frog in boiling water" analogy and how you can leave a relationship before staying for too long. In this informational episode, Michelle and Kate will cover: How to break the cycle and leave an unhealthy marriage Understanding that having empathy does not make you responsible for someone's feelings Giving yourself compassion It is not your responsibility to heal your partner's trauma AND SO MUCH MORE Kate Anthony is the author of The D Word: Making the Ultimate Decision About Your Marriage, host of the critically acclaimed and New York Times recommended podcast The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast and the creator of the groundbreaking online coaching program, Should I Stay or Should I Go? which helps women make the most difficult decision of their lives using coaching tools, relationship education, geeky neuroscience, community support, and deep self-work. Kate empowers women to find their strength, passion, and confidence even in the most disempowering of circumstances and helps them move forward with concrete plans set on a solid foundation, putting their children at the center (not in the middle) of all their decisions. Kate is trained in various coaching modalities with two of the top coach training organizations in the world. Additionally, Kate is certified as a Domestic Violence Victim’s Advocate by the state of California, as a Co-Parenting Specialist by the Mosten Guthrie Academy, and as a High Conflict Divorce Coach by Tina Swithin’s High Conflict Divorce Coaching Certification Program. In addition to her online programs, Kate works privately with clients all over the world. Kate lives in Los Angeles with her teenage son, whom she lovingly co-parents with her ex-husband. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to the Moving On Method®, formerly known as The Moms Moving On Divorce and Co-Parenting Podcast. Navigating divorce as a parent can be tough. Navigating co-parenting as a divorced parent can be tougher. Welcome to the Moving On Method® podcast, a place where the realities of divorce and single parenting meet educated and informed insight, hosted by me, Michelle Dempsey-Multack, educator, co-parenting and divorce specialist, bestselling author, the founder of the Moving On Method®; a method of helping parents give their children a co-parented experience they won't need to recover from. In this episode, Michelle and co-host Jess Evans will look back to 2022 and take listeners on a journey through the evolution of the Moving On Method®. We look forward to inviting experts in the field to continue to bring knowledge and understanding to anyone going through divorce, single or co-parenting. Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle’s assistant and lead coach at the Moving On Method®. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn’t always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
While divorce can flip the world that we know it upside down, it can also completely change your perspective on life and give you a second chance. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by the incredible Nikki Spoelstra. In this episode Nikki opens up and get vulnerable sharing her personal divorce story while also sharing the light at the end of the tunnel. Michelle and Nikki get real and honest as they cover: Taking the time to discover the "why" behind decisions you made Working through the childhood trauma that may be affecting your relationships How you can take your experience and help other women AND SO MUCH MORE Nikki Spoelstra is an entrepreneur, a philanthropist, a mother of two boys and a girl, a dog-mom, and a former Teacher of the Year. Nikki established The Know Podcast in 2021 to highlight stories of tenacious women. She is passionate about the arts, giving back to the community, and physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Nikki and her family live in Coral Gables, Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Divorce is not "one size fits all" and what works for one family may not work for another. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by holistic divorce attorney Morgan Foster who is a divorced mother herself and can provide her clients with empathy and understanding during the divorce process. Michelle and Morgan will dig deep into Knowing how long to try and "fix" a problem in your marriage Paying attention to the mental toll this is taking on you and your children Focusing on being the best version of yourself AND MORE! Former partner at McAllister, DeTar, Showalter & Walker, LLC and the head of the firm's family law practice, Morgan’s work concentrates on a variety of familial legal matters, including divorce, alimony, custody, visitation, child support, and division of property. She is also the creator of the blog Divorcing Gracefully, which is designed to offer practical, informal, and accessible information about a number of challenging and complex family law topics. Having experienced divorce herself, Morgan has established a holistic divorce educational service called The Pivot Process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When going through divorce you often focus on what to do with the house and how to put together a child-centered parenting plan....but what about the ring? Do you sell it? Keep it? This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Kendall Vanamburg of Worthy to help listeners decide what the heck to do with their ring after divorce. In this episode Michelle and Kendall will cover: Asking yourself why you are holding onto the wedding ring Remembering that at times letting go of the ring can be healing Understanding the process of selling a ring with Worthy AND MORE! Kendall Vanamburg is a Marketing Generalist at Worthy.com, where he has been a dedicated team member for nearly 6 years. Throughout his tenure, Kendall has taken on multiple roles, including Auction Manager, where he worked closely with clients on a daily basis. He takes pride in supporting the divorced community and being a helpful resource for individuals during their most challenging times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After divorce, you may look forward to finding that new partner who gives you what you need. When starting a new relationship, how do you even think of blending your family with the potential family of a new partner? This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Moving On Method Certified Coach Ashley Presti, who is well versed in all things blended families. Ashley shares her incredible knowledge in blending families and the two of them will cover: Navigating co-parenting with your new partner and their co-parent Taking things slow and keeping open communication with all children involved Giving each child special 1:1 time while finding common ground with their potential future step-siblings AND SO MUCH MORE Hi, I’m Ashley! I’m a mom to my incredible daughter Emry and a bonus mama to two wildly loving twin boys. Our extended blended family includes bonus siblings and our coparents. Raised in the Midwest in a blended home, I’ve navigated divorce, coparenting, dating as a single mom, and blending three pre-teens (and a dog). These experiences ignited my passion for helping other families find their new chapters. As a Moms Moving On certified coparenting coach with over 10 years of hands-on experience, my goal is to guide others through the emotional and physical aspects of starting over, dating with kids, and blending families. I’m dedicated to supporting families in creating cohesive, supportive environments by leveraging both my professional and personal experience to build strong, resilient relationships and a united parenting perspective. Divorce, dating with kids, and coparenting often take us by surprise. I’m here to help you navigate the highs and lows, from rediscovering your new self to blending a family and remarrying. It’s about embracing the second chances you never expected. Instagram-@chemistry_of_coparenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Infidelity can be one of the hardest things to overcome, especially when children are involved. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Moving On Method Certified Coach Caitlin Nugent. Caitlin personally went through a very public divorce that involved infidelity. Despite being blindsided by this affair, Caitlin was focused on protecting her children and trying to co-parent them to the best of her ability. Michelle and Caitlin will cover: Working through the emotions of infidelity while raising young children Processing all of the feelings that come over you when you find out your partner is having an affair Protecting children in a public divorce AND MUCH MORE! Caitlin Nugent is a dedicated certified divorce and co-parenting coach (MOMCC, CDS), committed to guiding individuals through the complex journey of divorce. With a deep understanding of both the emotional and logistical challenges involved, Caitlin helps her clients focus on rebuilding their lives and creating a stable environment for their children. Specializing in managing the aftermath of infidelity, effective co-parenting strategies, setting boundaries with high-conflict exes, and blending families seamlessly, Caitlin offers guidance tailored to each unique situation. As a child of divorce, and a mother of three who has been divorced since 2018, Caitlin brings a wealth of personal experience to her coaching practice. Her firsthand understanding of the process, combined with her professional expertise, allows her to help fill a crucial gap in support services in the divorce process. Caitlin’s mission is to empower her clients with the tools and insights they need to navigate this challenging transition and move forward with confidence and dignity. @dignityindivorce dignity-in-divorce.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Divorce can induce anxiety in everyone, including our children. As parents we can be the safe place for our children to help them work through anxious feelings. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Moving On Method Certified Coach Lucy Dimmitt to take a deep dive into helping anxious children in divorce. Lucy is a co-parenting mom of one, who understands the emotional needs of children during and after divorce. This informative episode will cover: How to talk to anxious children about divorce and keep the conversation going Giving your children a safe space to talk about their feelings Being clear on what will change and what will stay the same Allowing children to have small choices to ensure a sense of control AND SO MUCH MORE Lucy Dimmitt is a Florida Bar Licensed Attorney, Certified Divorce and Co-Parenting Coach and a mom. As an attorney, coach, and mom, she has a unique perspective, and has a passion for helping moms find their strengths, and reconnect with themselves during the divorce process. Her coaching strategy is always child focused, and she has an affection for helping with children who are highly sensitive or have special circumstances like anxiety or OCD. As a child of divorce, and having gone through one herself, Lucy fully understands how divorce instantly changes the lives of everyone involved. She understands how scary and confusing everything seems and has dedicated her business life to helping moms alleviate some of these struggles and fears. Divorce is terrifying and hard, but it does not have to ruin your life, or your children's lives. Lucy knows that when divorce and co-parenting are handled the right way, it does not just have to be an end, but is the beginning of a new and beautiful life for moms and children. Lucy has a BA from Florida State University, an MHA from Florida Atlantic University, a JD from Nova Southeastern University and was trained by the Moms Moving on Method for Divorce and Co-Parenting coaching. She is also currently becoming a Certified Divorce Specialist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There is no way to sugar coat that divorce is stressful, but how you manage that stress can either help or hurt you along the way. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Moving On Method Certified Coach, Lauren Dolan to discuss ways to manage stress in divorce and co-parenting. Together Michelle and Lauren will educate listeners on: Making small positive choices daily to improve stress Sitting with your thoughts and process what is going on Managing stress through physical movement Mirroring healthy stress management for your children AND SO MUCH MORE Lauren is Your Divorce Bestie! She serves as a mentor for moms navigating the complexities of life after divorce. Her mission is to eradicate fear and self-doubt, empowering them to flourish in their well-being, mindset, and financial achievements, all while evolving into the superhero moms their children look up to! Be sure to check her out on Instagram @yourdivorcebestie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you think bullies, you may think about school aged children, but what happens when you are an adult dealing with adult bullies? This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack welcomes back Bill Eddy to discuss managing bullies as an adult. Bill Eddy is an expert in dealing with high-conflict individuals and is sure to leave you feeling empowered after this episode. Together Michelle and Bill will cover: Learning to talk about how you are feeling when being bullied Leading with empathy to understand the other person's behavior Reminding yourself that many bullies are unaware of what they are doing Setting limits and imposing consequences AND MUCH MORE Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq. is High Conflict Institute’s co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer. He pioneered the High Conflict Personality Theory (HCP) and has become an expert on managing disputes involving people with high conflict personalities. He was the Senior Family Mediator at the National Conflict Resolution Center for 15 years, a Certified Family Law Specialist lawyer representing clients in family court for 15 years, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker therapist with twelve years’ experience. He serves on the faculty of the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at the Pepperdine University School of Law in California and is a Conjoint Associate Professor with the University of Newcastle Law School in Australia. He has been a keynote speaker and trainer in over 30 U.S. states and 10 countries. In addition to authoring over twenty books, he writes a popular blog on PsychologyToday.com with over five million views. Check out his amazing books, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You may often hear the term "breaking the marital cycle of co-dependency" but what does that mean and how do you do it? This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Co-Dependency Counselor Erika Wright to educate listeners on how to recover from co-dependency. Erika turned her own co-dependency into her passion, and we know you will love what she has to say. Together, Michelle and Erika will cover: Letting go of feeling the need to please everyone in order to not ruffle feathers Breaking generational cycles of co-dependency Sitting in uncomfortable feelings and emotions Healing from co-dependency to ensure you have healthy relationships in the future AND SO MUCH MORE Erika Wright is a Codependency Counselor who is relentlessly passionate about up-leveling my life and supporting others to do the same. Nothing is more thrilling to her than helping people liberate themselves from the conditioning that perpetuates suffering in their lives. Her journey to heal her own codependency has generated some of the most valuable material her life has offered. Waking up to the unhelpful and destructive patterns of codependency woven throughout her family, ancestry, and the culture at large has been transformative and has sparked her commitment to support others in their process of healing codependency. Erika's own healing path and the material her life has offered her is the place from which she counsels others. She is most effective at supporting others when she is sharing authentically from her life experience. Her approach offers a sense of intimacy, directness, relatability, and compassion that she found to be rare among healing professionals. Check out her next 6 month co-dependency group starting in July. Healing Codependency Support & Counseling Group - Healing Codependency with Erika Wright Healing Codependency with Erika Wright - Support + Counseling Groups, Individual Sessions, Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We understand that after divorce you may be eager to jump into the dating scene but may be feeling apprehensive about what to expect. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by relationship expert Rachel DeAlto to discuss common mistakes people make when using dating apps and what to avoid. In this information packed episode, they will cover: How to let go of the pressure and enjoy the process Find someone who meets you where you are What to include and not to include in your dating profile AND MUCH MORE! Rachel DeAlto, CSP is a communication and relatability expert, media personality, keynote speaker, emcee, and the author of “relatable: How to Connect with Anyone Anywhere (Even if It Scares You)” (Simon & Schuster’s Simon Element, September 2021). She is also the co-founder of The MAGNET Method, a consulting firm focused on employee engagement, and the Stir apps Chief Connection Officer. Rachel maintains a law degree, a Master’s in psychology, and has achieved the designation of Certified Speaking Professional® through the National Speakers Association. She maintains an influential social media presence where she shares psychological research updates and practical takeaways to connect and communicate more efficiently. She has appeared as an expert on Lifetime’s Married at First Sight, TLC’s Kate+Date, and over 200+ national media outlets. Rachel speaks on relationship building, the power of connection, and authenticity with her most recent TEDx, Being Authentic in a Filtered World, featured on TED.com. She has an engaged social media audience of over 73,000. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Co-Parenting does not end when the school year does, but what happens in summer? As parents, we know how important it is to give your children consistency year-round. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle and Jess give their breakdown on how to handle summer break while letting your kids be kids. Tune into this information packed episode where together they will cover: Important details to include in your parenting plan surrounding summer Why it can be helpful to keep the schedule the same when the children are not in school Preparing for the new school year AND MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I'm sure if you're on social media you've seen the buzzword that has been going around....narcissist. Sure, your ex may be high-conflict, a terrible partner or complete jerk, but what do you do if your co-parent really is a narcissist? This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Jacquelyn Tenaglia, LMHC to talk about how to manage your relationship with your co-parent if they are in fact a narcissist. Together Michelle and Jacquelyn will cover: Protecting yourself from narcissistic behavior Learning how to detach emotionally and not take the bait from your ex Working to not take things personally when they feel like a personal attack Separating your emotions from the needs of your children AND MUCH MORE Jacquelyn Tenaglia is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) known as "No BS Therapist" on social media. She has over 15 years of experience working with adults with substance use disorders and anxiety. Her expertise includes co-occurring disorders such as ADHD, men's mental health and depression. Jacquelyn got her start working as a counselor in a methadone clinic and opened her private practice in 2011. Ten years later she began posting online; her content embodies a vast wealth of professional and personal experiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
One of the main things we often hear is that people going through divorce want to do what they can to protect their children. Hello Divorce is here to help with that. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by founder and CEO Erin Levine, to educate listeners on the divorce process and what we can do to ensure our children's wellbeing is front and center. Together Michelle and Erin will cover: How to set your children up for resiliency in the divorce process The emotional and financial benefits of using Hello Divorce Focusing on long term goals when putting together your divorce decree AND MUCH MORE! Erin Levine is not your typical attorney. With over a decade of experience in litigating complex family matters, she saw the need for a kinder, easier and more affordable pathway out of marriage and into the next chapter of life. To achieve this, Erin set out to revolutionize the broken divorce legal system and founded Hello Divorce, a venture capital backed, tech-enabled platform, that helps separating spouses reorganize their lives with less stress and mess through a platform that blends compassionate support with cutting-edge technology to guide spouses through legal logistics and financial hurdles with ease - transforming a traditionally stressful process into a manageable, positive journey. Erin’s innovative approach to the divorce process has earned her media mentions from the legal industry and beyond, with features in Vice, Forbes, Above the Law, Fast Company and TechCrunch. Ultimately, Erin is on a mission to help everyone empower a better life ahead and has helped thousands of Americans reorganize their lives and families through a framework that levels the playing field between spouses so they can sort things out fairly, avoid missteps and reimagine their next (best) chapter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are often times we have to hear some truths about relationships that we may not want to hear, but that are important in order to learn, grow and heal. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by the renowned relationship specialist Mark Groves to really dig deep into relationships and unpack some difficult topics. Together Michelle and Mark will cover: Choosing what you need vs what society tells you that you need Knowing what is not right for you One person can never be doing the work of two people, and that you are unable to change your partner Breaking unhealthy patterns AND SO MUCH MORE Mark Groves is a Human Connection Specialist, founder of Create the Love, host of the Mark Groves Podcast and co-author of Liberated Love. Mark's work bridges the academic and the human, inviting people to explore the good, the bad, the downright ugly, and the beautiful sides of connection. Links: Order Liberated Love here! Website: createthelove.com + markgroves.com Podcast: markgrovespodcast.com Instagram: @createthelove Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're sure you've heard the term "Disneyland Parent" from friends, family or maybe even your lawyer. What exactly is a Disneyland parent, and is it really a terrible thing for your children? This week on Unfiltered, Michelle and Jess share their insight on Disneyland parenting and their experiences both personally and in coaching. Together they will cover: What is a Disneyland parent Letting go of control in co-parenting Shifting your perspective that maybe this could be helpful for your co-parent in the beginning AND MUCH MORE Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle’s assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn’t always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Divorce can leave us feeling a little jaded, but at the end of the day, we want someone by our side to love us for who we are. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Bela Gandhi of Smart Dating Academy to give listeners insight on dating after divorce. As an expert in her field, Bela will talk with Michelle about: When to start dating after divorce Communication tips with your new partner Sex after divorce AND MUCH MORE Bela is the founder of the Smart Dating Academy and she’s helped thousands of people find love through 1:1 coaching and her popular “love lab” workshops. She has an uncanny sixth sense about people, and what they need. Her intuition has been responsible for several marriages (and children)! The Huffington Post and Steve Harvey call her “The Fairy Godmother of Dating!” Bela has been connecting people all of her life. Prior to founding the Smart Dating Academy, Bela worked for 12 years as a top global executive for Akzo Nobel, a large multinational corporation. Bela has two degrees from The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Finance & German), and has been happily married for 20 years with 2 children. Learn more Bela and her Smart Dating Academy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FOMO, something we ALL experience, but co-parenting fomo seems to hit even harder. We understand that feeling of missing out on things when your children are with their other parent and are here to help. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans share their tips and tricks to work through the emotions you feel surrounding missing out on things with your children. Together they will cover: Ensuring that your children the same life experiences they would have if you would have stayed married Managing your emotions Working through feeling like you have to "compete" with the other parent Ways to stay connected with your children when they are gone AND MUCH MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chances are your communication wasn't great with your co-parent when you were married, so it is likely that now you are no longer together, it won't improve overnight. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans share their communication struggles and what they have learned over the years. Together they will cover: Breaking the martial cycle of co-dependency Not looking to your ex for validation Having a well written parenting plan to avoid needing to communicate often AND SO MUCH MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Just like there is no road map for how to get divorce, there also isn't one for how to blend families. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans share their personal experiences with blending families and also how to handle their ex blending in a new relationship. It is so important to take things slow and follow your child's lead. In this informational episode, Michelle and Jess will cover: Reminding yourself that although your ex has a new partner, you will always be mom Holding space for your new partners ex if they aren't quite ready to meet Not referring to your new step-children as "your" children Giving your children plenty of 1:1 time after blending famillies AND SO MUCH MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you have gone through or are going through divorce we are sure you have heard the term guardian at litem or parent coordinator, but what are they and do you need one? This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by the incredible Dr. Stacey Jones to educate listeners on both and if you will need to hire on during your divorce. In this episode, Michelle and Stacey will share their knowledge on: Why parenting coordinators and GAL are not assigned to every case When and why a judge may order a parenting coordinator or GAL to a case The impact they may have on the outcome How long they will be involved AND SO MUCH MORE Dr. Stacey Jones is a licensed psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience. Her professional expertise centers around navigating the multifaceted challenges faced by parents, children, and families. Through specialized training, she facilitates the reconstruction of familial bonds, fostering an environment free from bias and judgment, wherein individuals and families can find solace and security. Dr. Jones excels in equipping individuals with coping mechanisms and communication skills, pivotal elements in forging new and healthier family dynamics An accomplished speaker, Dr. Jones frequently delivers lectures on the art of peacefully navigating divorce and co-parenting with neutrality. These insights aim to contribute to the construction of a more harmonious family structure. Dr. Jones is a Licensed Psychologist, Family Court Expert, Consultant, Supreme Court Family Mediator, Parenting Coordinator, Collaborative Family Law Facilitator, Individual Therapist, Family Therapist, Couples Counselor, High Conflict Divorce Specialist, Reunification Therapist, and a Social Investigator. Dr. Jones also provides Co-Parenting Therapy, Parenting Plans and Psychological Evaluations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We often hear that "children are so resilient" which can be true, but they become resilient with support and guidance from those around them. The number one way parents can do this, is by showing them resiliency. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Dr. Jonathan DePierro author of "Resilience: The Science of Mastering Life's Greatest Challenges." Together, Michelle and Jonathan will educate listeners on: Putting in the work personally to mirror resiliency Helping your children be able to work through any trauma they experienced because of the divorce Being able to differentiate what is a current problem and what is a past problem Modeling a healthy relationship for your children AND SO MUCH MORE Jonathan M. DePierro, PhD, is Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Associate Director of Mount Sinai's Center for Stress, Resilience, and Personal Growth. Dr. DePierro, a clinical psychologist, is an expert in psychological resilience and the treatment of trauma-related mental health conditions. After many years working with individuals impacted by the 9/11 terrorist attacks, he now focuses on supporting the mental health needs of healthcare workers. Having experienced extensive bullying throughout his childhood, he learned important lessons about resilience that continue to inform his clinical and research work. ᐧ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As single parents, we want to give our children the same opportunities they would have had in a "traditional home." This includes, encouraging them to participate in extracurricular activities, but how should you handle that with your co-parent? This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Co-Host Jess Evans will breakdown the best way to approach sporting events, school activities and more. Michelle and Jess will discuss: The importance of trying to attend events with your co-parent Following your child's lead Sharing important dates and events with your co-parent Ensuring your child does not feel like they have to "choose" a parent during or after events AND MUCH MORE! Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We often talk about navigating the holidays with your ex, but what about your ex in-laws? Maybe things were rocky between the two of you during your marriage or perhaps you were extremely close and now you worry what the relationship will be like. Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans have you covered on this week's episode of Unfiltered. Together Michelle and Jess will help you: Learn to be flexible when planning your holiday schedule Remembering that you ex in-laws care and love your children Whether to buy them gifts or not Continuing to think about what is best for the children AND SO MUCH MORE Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all know the holidays, while being magical can also be extremely stressful, especially if you are co-parenting. In this special episode of Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and co-host Jess Evans open up about their personal experiences with co-parenting during the holidays and offer their advice for listeners. Whether this is your first year or your 10th year, we know that things will come up along the way. Together, they will discuss: Remembering that the holiday is just a day on the calendar Creating your own traditions with your kids Gift buying for your co-parent and their significant other Focusing on your presence vs presents Managing New Year's as a newly single person AND SO MUCH MORE Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents. As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you. Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Choosing a divorce lawyer is one of the most important steps in the divorce process and can make or break your divorce case. But how do you know who is a good fit for your specific needs? This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by family lawyer, Hailey Zabrin partner at Berger Schatz. As an incredibly experienced family lawyer, Hailey will educate listeners on: Important questions to ask when consulting with lawyers Hiring someone who understands your goals and needs long term Avoiding "shark" attorneys that want to focus on "winning" Making a list of what is most important for you AND SO MUCH MORE Hailee Zabrin is an experienced and respected family law attorney who represents clients in all aspects of family law proceedings. AREAS OF FOCUS Hailee represents clients in all areas of family law. She began her career at Berger Schatz as a law clerk in 2008, became an associate in 2009, and a partner in 2018. Hailee specializes in litigation, negotiation, and alternative dispute resolution of complex financial matters including the valuation of businesses and business interests and asset tracing. While in law school, Hailee held a Judicial Externship with the Honorable Judge Leida J. Gonzalez Santiago (Ret.) in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Domestic Relations Division. APPROACH Hailee believes the practice of family law is all about understanding and analyzing the financial nuances of each case, understanding the personalities involved, and developing a dynamic holistic legal strategy based on those facts. She represents each of her clients in a competitive, confident, and composed manner that is respected by the decision-makers in the family law community. Each family law case is different and fact-specific, and there is no “one size fits all” approach. Hailee understands how to utilize the law and expert witnesses to most effectively support her client’s positions and goals in litigation. REPUTATION Hailee has mastered the art of structuring and organizing cases. She skillfully works with experts to bolster her cases and is known for tirelessly working when preparing a case for litigation. Hailee understands the law, and does so with great emotional intelligence, too. She is insightful and quick to grasp the dynamics of complicated situations. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch, 2021– Present Family Law Family Law: Arbitration Family Law: Mediation Law Bulletin Media, 40 Under Forty, 2019 Illinois Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2018 – Present Leading Lawyers Network, Emerging Lawyers, 2015 – Present Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should I stay or should I go? The age-old question that only you can answer, but this week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by author Kate Anthony to discuss why she wrote a book to help you make that difficult decision. In this information packed episode, Michelle and Kate will cover: Who needs to read this book and when Identifying what or who the problem is in your marriage Losing yourself in the decision-making process AND SO MUCH MORE Kate Anthony is the author of The D Word: Making the Ultimate Decision About Your Marriage, host of the critically acclaimed and New York Times recommended podcast The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast and the creator of the groundbreaking online coaching program, Should I Stay or Should I Go? which helps women make the most difficult decision of their lives using coaching tools, relationship education, geeky neuroscience, community support, and deep self-work. Kate empowers women to find their strength, passion, and confidence even in the most disempowering of circumstances and helps them move forward with concrete plans set on a solid foundation, putting their children at the center (not in the middle) of all their decisions. Kate is trained in various coaching modalities with two of the top coach training organizations in the world. Additionally, Kate is certified as a Domestic Violence Victim’s Advocate by the state of California, as a Co-Parenting Specialist by the Mosten Guthrie Academy, and as a High Conflict Divorce Coach by Tina Swithin’s High Conflict Divorce Coaching Certification Program. In addition to her online programs, Kate works privately with clients all over the world. Kate lives in Los Angeles with her teenage son, whom she lovingly co-parents with her ex-husband. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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