top of page
ONLINE, IN-PERSON & HYBRID OPTIONS


Communication
Good communication is key to reducing conflict during and after divorce. Our Communication articles share practical strategies to improve conversations, manage emotions, and build healthier co-parenting relationships. Discover how mediation fosters understanding and helps families resolve disputes peacefully.


If You’re Both Already Thinking About an Amicable Divorce… Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Start the Conversation
If divorce is already on your minds, waiting for a “perfect time” won’t make it any easier — but it can make it more complicated. An amicable divorce isn’t about rushing into a decision; it’s about choosing a calmer, more cost-effective, and respectful way forward once the decision is already made. Discover why starting the conversation now can protect your finances, preserve your peace, and set the stage for a smoother next chapter.

Beth Carrier
4 min read


Divorce Mediation: The Smartest Way to Avoid a $20,000 Mistake
Divorce mediation can save you thousands in legal fees, protect your co-parenting relationship, and help you move on faster. Here’s how to avoid the $20,000 mistake most couples make.

Beth Carrier
3 min read


Co-Parenting When Your Ex Has a New Partner: How to Keep the Peace (and Your Sanity)
The hardest part of co-parenting often isn’t parenting — it’s managing your emotions when your ex moves on. Here’s how to keep the peace, stay sane, and create a stable environment for your kids (without losing yourself in the process).

Beth Carrier
4 min read


Amicable Divorce: The Smartest Way to Protect Your Kids, Your Future, and Your Sanity
An amicable divorce isn’t about giving up — it’s about protecting what matters most. Here’s how choosing collaboration over conflict builds a better future for your family.

Beth Carrier
3 min read


How to Leave a Bad Marriage and Reclaim Your Life
If you feel stuck in a marriage that’s draining your happiness, you’re not alone — and you’re not powerless. This guide will help you understand why leaving a bad marriage isn’t a failure, but a chance to reclaim your future and build a life you actually want to live.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


Divorce Regrets: What People Wish They Knew Before Filing
Many people rush into divorce without realizing the long-term consequences. This blog explores the most common divorce regrets — from financial fallout to the impact on kids — and how mediation can help couples avoid these mistakes.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


The Divorce You Don’t See on Reality TV: Peaceful, Private, and Done
Reality TV makes divorce look like chaos—shouting matches, endless drama, and broken glass. But in real life, divorce can be peaceful, private, and surprisingly simple. Through mediation, couples avoid the courtroom battles and create agreements that protect their family and their future.

Beth Carrier
1 min read


Remember What You Learned From Ted Lasso: Be a Goldfish in Divorce Mediation
Ted Lasso wasn’t just about soccer—it was about kindness, resilience, and starting fresh. Those lessons are just as valuable in divorce mediation, where letting go of grudges and focusing on the future can make all the difference.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


How to Have the First Divorce Talk (Kind, Clear, Doable)
Starting the divorce conversation is one of the hardest parts—it’s the moment most people fear. But it doesn’t have to be explosive. With the right ground rules and a few simple scripts, you can have that first talk in a way that’s clear, kind, and productive. This guide walks you through a 30-minute plan to set the tone, share your truth, and take the next step without turning your kitchen table into a battlefield.

Beth Carrier
4 min read


Financial Infidelity in Divorce: When Money Becomes a Secret Weapon
Financial infidelity in divorce is more common than you think. Learn the signs, the damage it causes, and how mediation restores clarity and fairness.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


Don’t Divorce in the DMs: How Social Media Divorce Wars Can Derail Mediation (and What to Do Instead)
Social media divorce wars may feel like a quick outlet for your anger, but they can destroy trust, derail mediation, and even impact custody agreements. Here’s how to avoid turning your online life into a legal nightmare—and what to post (or not) while you’re working toward resolution.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


Don’t Blow Up the Bridge: Why 'How You Divorce' Matters for the Rest of Your Life
Divorce isn’t just about ending a marriage — it’s about setting the tone for the rest of your life. Here’s why how you handle your divorce matters, and how mediation helps you move forward without burning it all down.

Beth Carrier
2 min read


How AI Can Help Co-Parents Communicate Better - For Everyone's Sake
Discover how AI can help co-parents communicate more effectively, reduce conflict, and stay organized. From reframing heated messages to managing parenting schedules, learn practical ways to use AI tools to improve co-parenting and support your kids.

Beth Carrier
3 min read


5 Communication Tips for Divorcing Couples in Mediation
Going through a divorce is never easy, but how you communicate can make all the difference. In this post, I share five practical, compassionate tips to help you keep conversations constructive during mediation, minimize conflict, and focus on solutions — so you can move forward with less stress and more clarity.

Beth Carrier
3 min read
bottom of page