• Bedtime Battles and Divorce: Supporting Your Children's Sleep Through Transitions
    Oct 17 2024

    Are your children experiencing sleep regression during your divorce or separation? This episode is for you.

    Hi everyone and welcome back to The Divorce Allies Podcast, a podcast and video series where we dive into all things divorce: processes, emotions, and solutions. We are a team of financial professionals, divorce mortgage planning specialists, parenting and relationship coaches. We cover all the areas of the divorce process from financial to the emotional wellbeing.

    In this episode, we are with Diana Martins, a Pediatric Sleep Coach, with over seven years experience helping families get the rest they need. Diana has worked with more than 1,500 families and today we're diving into how divorce and separation can impact children's sleep.

    Diana Martins, Sleep Coach
    https://dianamartins.ca/
    https://www.instagram.com/sleepgoals_diana/

    Cristin Terri, Divorce Coach & Parenting Specialist
    https://www.cristinterri.com/
    https://www.thedivorceallies.com/

    Looking for an empowering divorce community? You've come to the right place.
    https://www.thedivorceallies.com/

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    33 mins
  • Understanding Financial Abuse & Protecting Yourself Financially
    Oct 11 2024

    Understanding Financial Abuse & Protecting Yourself Financially

    https://www.thedivorceallies.com/

    Welcome to the Divorce Allies podcast, a podcast and video series where we dive into all things divorce with a team of financial professionals, divorce coaches, parenting specialists, and divorce mortgage planning specialists.

    Today we're with Melissa Gragg. I'm Victoria McCooey, and we're welcoming Stacy Francis, who is a nationally recognized financial expert. With over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, she frequently appears in media outlets such as Forbes, Kiplinger, the Wall Street Journal, and USA Today, Stacy is dedicated to furthering the financial planning profession and as the director of the Association of Divorce Financial Planners, greater New York Metro Chapter, the National Association of Personal Finance Advisors and the Financial Planning Association. And as much as 10% of all of Francis Financial, which is the company she founded and runs goes to a charity called Savvy Ladies, which is a nonprofit organization. Stacy founded Savvy Ladies in an effort to educate and an empower women to take control of their finances. And she's also the host of her own podcast called Financially Ever After.

    Our mission is to empower our clients through all phases of divorce by providing essential resources in parenting support, high-conflict resolution, mortgage planning, business valuation, and post-divorce support. Our mission is to foster a supportive, inclusive community that promotes independence, resilience, and personal growth for each member during their transformative journey.

    Stacy Francis
    https://francisfinancial.com/
    https://www.savvyladies.org/stacy-financial-advice/

    Melissa Gragg, Business Valuator & Financial Mediator
    https://www.valuationmediation.com/

    Victoria McCooey, High-Conflict Divorce Coach
    https://www.victoriamccooey.com/

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    35 mins
  • Building Confidence in Mortgage Decisions During Divorce & High-Conflict Divorce Strategies
    Jul 25 2024

    In this episode, we discuss how to build confidence around divorce, and more specifically, mortgages. This episode's hosts are Emile Flowers, our Divorce Mortgage Planning Specialist, and Victoria McCooey, our High Conflict Divorce Coach.

    Welcome to The Divorce Allies podcast, a podcast and video series where we dive into the complexities of the divorce mediation and litigation processes with a team of financial professionals, divorce mortgage planning specialists, parenting and relationship coaches. We cover all the areas of the divorce process from financial to emotional well-being.

    www.TheDivorceAllies.com

    Victoria McCooey
    NARCISSISTIC DIVORCE COACH
    As a Narcissist Divorce Coach, Motivational Speaker, and the creator of the Reclaim Your Power System™, Victoria specializes in aiding clients through the challenges posed by an abusive spouse. Her approach involves empowering clients to transcend pain and fear, breaking free from a victim mentality and embracing newfound possibilities. Utilizing her proprietary system, individuals can reclaim their power, enabling them to make impactful decisions from a position of strength rather than fear.

    Emile Flowers, CDLP®
    DIVORCE MORTGAGE SPECIALIST
    As a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP®), Emile understands that everyone's financial situation is unique and deserves personalized attention. With her knowledge and expertise, she helps clients make the right choices for themselves and their families. Additionally, during the divorce process, Emile offers specialized guidance to ensure that her clients can navigate the complexities of mortgage considerations and financial restructuring with confidence and clarity.

    Cristin Terri
    DIVORCE PARENTING COACH
    Cristin, a certified divorce coach and counselor, specializes in providing expert guidance and support during challenging times, with a particular focus on the well-being of children. Serving as a parent coordinator, coach, and counselor, she assists parents in navigating both personal parenting journeys and joint co-parenting relationships, drawing from her own successful navigation of divorce and personal experiences growing up in a divorced family.

    Anna Graham
    ENTREPRENEUR MENTOR
    Within The Divorce Allies, I assist our clients in discovering and honing their unique voice, particularly during times of significant change. My goal is to help individuals navigate these transitions smoothly and effectively, leveraging strategic insights and personalized support to foster growth and success. Every business started as an idea. With the right support and knowledge, it became what it is today.

    Melissa Gragg, CVA, MAFF
    VALUATION EXPERT
    Melissa Gragg, a seasoned divorce mediator and business valuation expert, specializes in the psychology of negotiation, employing mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method before resorting to court testimony. With 20 years of experience as an expert witness, Melissa collaborates with attorneys, mediators, and couples nationwide, offering neutral, third-party services for business valuation, pension valuation, income analysis, and complex financial matters.

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    39 mins
  • Financial Independence, Side Hustles, & Passive income - Finding a New Source of Income Post-Divorce
    Jul 10 2024

    In this episode, we're speaking with Cristin Terri, our Divorce Coach and Parenting Specialist, and Anna Graham, our Marketing & Media Specialist. We are talking about a very empowering subject... creating your post-divorce financial independence and transitioning to a single income household. We're talking about specifically post-divorce, but this really can apply to anyone who's looking for more financial independence or to start their own business.

    Welcome to The Divorce Allies Podcast, a podcast and video series where we dive into the complexities of the divorce mediation and litigation processes with a team of financial professionals, divorce mortgage planning specialists, parenting and relationship coaches. We cover all the areas of the divorce process from financial to emotional well-being.

    www.TheDivorceAllies.com

    Cristin Terri
    DIVORCE PARENTING COACH
    Cristin, a certified divorce coach and counselor, specializes in providing expert guidance and support during challenging times, with a particular focus on the well-being of children. Serving as a parent coordinator, coach, and counselor, she assists parents in navigating both personal parenting journeys and joint co-parenting relationships, drawing from her own successful navigation of divorce and personal experiences growing up in a divorced family.

    Anna Graham
    MARKETING SPECIALIST | PODCAST EDITOR
    As a dedicated marketing content specialist and small business consultant, I ensure that all marketing materials and content remain relevant and impactful. Within The Divorce Allies, I assist our clients in discovering and honing their unique voice, particularly during times of significant change. My goal is to help businesses navigate these transitions smoothly and effectively, leveraging strategic insights and personalized support to foster growth and success.

    Victoria McCooey
    NARCISSISTIC DIVORCE COACH
    As a Narcissist Divorce Coach, Motivational Speaker, and the creator of the Reclaim Your Power System™, Victoria specializes in aiding clients through the challenges posed by an abusive spouse. Her approach involves empowering clients to transcend pain and fear, breaking free from a victim mentality and embracing newfound possibilities. Utilizing her proprietary system, individuals can reclaim their power, enabling them to make impactful decisions from a position of strength rather than fear.

    Melissa Gragg, CVA, MAFF
    VALUATION EXPERT
    Melissa Gragg, a seasoned divorce mediator and business valuation expert, specializes in the psychology of negotiation, employing mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method before resorting to court testimony. With 20 years of experience as an expert witness, Melissa collaborates with attorneys, mediators, and couples nationwide, offering neutral, third-party services for business valuation, pension valuation, income analysis, and complex financial matters.

    Emile Flowers, CDLP®
    DIVORCE MORTGAGE SPECIALIST
    As a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP®), Emile understands that everyone's financial situation is unique and deserves personalized attention. With her knowledge and expertise, she helps clients make the right choices for themselves and their families. Additionally, during the divorce process, Emile offers specialized guidance to ensure that her clients can navigate the complexities of mortgage considerations and financial restructuring with confidence and clarity.

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    29 mins
  • Post-Divorce Transitions: Leaving the Marital Home and Talking to Your Kids
    Jun 21 2024

    In this episode, we explore the challenges and considerations of leaving the marital home after a divorce with Emile Flowers and Cristin Terri. We'll delve into the difficult conversations that arise with children during this transition, with Cristin providing valuable insights and practical advice for navigating these sensitive discussions.

    Some questions that arise:
    -How do I know if I have to leave the house?
    -How do I tell my children we have to leave the house?
    -What happens if we need to move school districts?

    Welcome to The Divorce Allies podcast, a podcast and video series where we dive into the complexities of the divorce, mediation, and litigation processes with a team of financial professionals and parenting and relationship coaches. We cover all of the areas of the divorce process from financial to emotional wellbeing.

    Our mission is to empower our clients through all phases of divorce by providing essential resources in parenting support, high-conflict resolution, mortgage planning, business valuation, and forensic fraud investigation. Our mission is to foster a supportive, inclusive community that promotes independence, resilience, and personal growth for each member during their transformative journey.

    www.TheDivorceAllies.com

    Cristin Terri
    DIVORCE PARENTING COACH
    Cristin, a certified divorce coach and counselor, specializes in providing expert guidance and support during challenging times, with a particular focus on the well-being of children. Serving as a parent coordinator, coach, and counselor, she assists parents in navigating both personal parenting journeys and joint co-parenting relationships, drawing from her own successful navigation of divorce and personal experiences growing up in a divorced family.

    Victoria McCooey
    NARCISSISTIC DIVORCE COACH
    As a Narcissist Divorce Coach, Motivational Speaker, and the creator of the Reclaim Your Power System™, Victoria specializes in aiding clients through the challenges posed by an abusive spouse. Her approach involves empowering clients to transcend pain and fear, breaking free from a victim mentality and embracing newfound possibilities. Utilizing her proprietary system, individuals can reclaim their power, enabling them to make impactful decisions from a position of strength rather than fear.

    Melissa Gragg, CVA, MAFF
    VALUATION EXPERT
    Melissa Gragg, a seasoned divorce mediator and business valuation expert, specializes in the psychology of negotiation, employing mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method before resorting to court testimony. With 20 years of experience as an expert witness, Melissa collaborates with attorneys, mediators, and couples nationwide, offering neutral, third-party services for business valuation, pension valuation, income analysis, and complex financial matters.

    Emile Flowers, CDLP®
    DIVORCE MORTGAGE SPECIALIST
    As a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP®), Emile understands that everyone's financial situation is unique and deserves personalized attention. With her knowledge and expertise, she helps clients make the right choices for themselves and their families. Additionally, during the divorce process, Emile offers specialized guidance to ensure that her clients can navigate the complexities of mortgage considerations and financial restructuring with confidence and clarity.

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    44 mins
  • Parenting and Divorce: Understanding Children at Different Developmental Stages
    Jun 14 2024

    In this episode, we explore the various developmental stages of children and how divorce uniquely impacts each age group. Cristin Terri provides valuable insights on understanding your children and communicating with them effectively during this challenging time.

    Welcome to The Divorce Allies podcast, a podcast and video series where we dive into the complexities of the divorce, mediation, and litigation processes with a team of financial professionals and parenting and relationship coaches. We cover all of the areas of the divorce process from financial to emotional wellbeing.

    Our mission is to empower our clients through all phases of divorce by providing essential resources in parenting support, high-conflict resolution, mortgage planning, business valuation, and forensic fraud investigation. Our mission is to foster a supportive, inclusive community that promotes independence, resilience, and personal growth for each member during their transformative journey.

    www.TheDivorceAllies.com

    Cristin Terri
    DIVORCE PARENTING COACH
    Cristin, a certified divorce coach and counselor, specializes in providing expert guidance and support during challenging times, with a particular focus on the well-being of children. Serving as a parent coordinator, coach, and counselor, she assists parents in navigating both personal parenting journeys and joint co-parenting relationships, drawing from her own successful navigation of divorce and personal experiences growing up in a divorced family.

    Victoria McCooey
    NARCISSISTIC DIVORCE COACH
    As a Narcissist Divorce Coach, Motivational Speaker, and the creator of the Reclaim Your Power System™, Victoria specializes in aiding clients through the challenges posed by an abusive spouse. Her approach involves empowering clients to transcend pain and fear, breaking free from a victim mentality and embracing newfound possibilities. Utilizing her proprietary system, individuals can reclaim their power, enabling them to make impactful decisions from a position of strength rather than fear.

    Krista Shelton, CFE
    FRAUD EXPERT
    Before establishing Focused Forensic Solutions, Krista Shelton spent almost a decade as a Special Agent with the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation, focusing on probing potential violations of the Internal Revenue Code and related financial crimes. At Focused Forensic Solutions, Krista and her team assist clients in uncovering facts, deciphering details, and achieving closure during overwhelming and exhausting financial crime investigations.

    Melissa Gragg, CVA, MAFF
    VALUATION EXPERT
    Melissa Gragg, a seasoned divorce mediator and business valuation expert, specializes in the psychology of negotiation, employing mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method before resorting to court testimony. With 20 years of experience as an expert witness, Melissa collaborates with attorneys, mediators, and couples nationwide, offering neutral, third-party services for business valuation, pension valuation, income analysis, and complex financial matters.

    Emile Flowers, CDLP®
    DIVORCE MORTGAGE SPECIALIST
    As a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP®), Emile understands that everyone's financial situation is unique and deserves personalized attention. With her knowledge and expertise, she helps clients make the right choices for themselves and their families. Additionally, during the divorce process, Emile offers specialized guidance to ensure that her clients can navigate the complexities of mortgage considerations and financial restructuring with confidence and clarity.

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    30 mins
  • What Happens When You Take a Narcissist to Court? High-Conflict Behavior in Divorce Litigation
    Jun 7 2024

    In this episode, Victoria McCooey, a narcissism and high-conflict divorce coach walks us through the behavior and patterns of a narcissist when you decide to file for divorce. This divorce journey will be long and exhausting, but remember, you're not alone and you have a community surrounding you.

    www.TheDivorceAllies.com
    https://www.victoriamccooey.com/

    Welcome to The Divorce Allies podcast, a podcast and video series where we dive into the complexities of the divorce, mediation, and litigation processes with a team of financial professionals and parenting and relationship coaches. We cover all of the areas of the divorce process from financial to emotional wellbeing. Today we'll be talking Identifying the Patterns of a Narcissist - Narcissistic Personality Tendencies and Behavior.

    Our mission is to empower our clients through all phases of divorce by providing essential resources in parenting support, high-conflict resolution, mortgage planning, business valuation, and forensic fraud investigation. Our mission is to foster a supportive, inclusive community that promotes independence, resilience, and personal growth for each member during their transformative journey.

    Victoria McCooey
    NARCISSISTIC DIVORCE COACH
    As a Narcissist Divorce Coach, Motivational Speaker, and the creator of the Reclaim Your Power System™, Victoria specializes in aiding clients through the challenges posed by an abusive spouse. Her approach involves empowering clients to transcend pain and fear, breaking free from a victim mentality and embracing newfound possibilities. Utilizing her proprietary system, individuals can reclaim their power, enabling them to make impactful decisions from a position of strength rather than fear.

    Cristin Terri
    DIVORCE PARENTING COACH
    Cristin, a certified divorce coach and counselor, specializes in providing expert guidance and support during challenging times, with a particular focus on the well-being of children. Serving as a parent coordinator, coach, and counselor, she assists parents in navigating both personal parenting journeys and joint co-parenting relationships, drawing from her own successful navigation of divorce and personal experiences growing up in a divorced family.

    Krista Shelton, CFE
    FRAUD EXPERT
    Before establishing Focused Forensic Solutions, Krista Shelton spent almost a decade as a Special Agent with the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation, focusing on probing potential violations of the Internal Revenue Code and related financial crimes. At Focused Forensic Solutions, Krista and her team assist clients in uncovering facts, deciphering details, and achieving closure during overwhelming and exhausting financial crime investigations.

    Melissa Gragg, CVA, MAFF
    VALUATION EXPERT
    Melissa Gragg, a seasoned divorce mediator and business valuation expert, specializes in the psychology of negotiation, employing mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method before resorting to court testimony. With 20 years of experience as an expert witness, Melissa collaborates with attorneys, mediators, and couples nationwide, offering neutral, third-party services for business valuation, pension valuation, income analysis, and complex financial matters.

    Emile Flowers, CDLP®
    DIVORCE MORTGAGE SPECIALIST
    As a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP®), Emile understands that everyone's financial situation is unique and deserves personalized attention. With her knowledge and expertise, she helps clients make the right choices for themselves and their families. Additionally, during the divorce process, Emile offers specialized guidance to ensure that her clients can navigate the complexities of mortgage considerations and financial restructuring with confidence and clarity.

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    34 mins
  • Identifying the Patterns of a Narcissist - Narcissistic Personality Tendencies and Behavior
    Jun 6 2024

    In this episode, Victoria McCooey, a high-conflict divorce coach walks us through the patterns and tendencies of "relationshipping" with a narcissist or someone with a high-conflict personality.

    Welcome to The Divorce Allies podcast, a podcast and video series where we dive into the complexities of the divorce, mediation, and litigation processes with a team of financial professionals and parenting and relationship coaches. We cover all of the areas of the divorce process from financial to emotional wellbeing. Today we'll be talking Identifying the Patterns of a Narcissist - Narcissistic Personality Tendencies and Behavior.

    Our mission is to empower our clients through all phases of divorce by providing essential resources in parenting support, high-conflict resolution, mortgage planning, business valuation, and forensic fraud investigation. Our mission is to foster a supportive, inclusive community that promotes independence, resilience, and personal growth for each member during their transformative journey.

    www.TheDivorceAllies.com

    Victoria McCooey
    NARCISSISTIC DIVORCE COACH
    As a Narcissist Divorce Coach, Motivational Speaker, and the creator of the Reclaim Your Power System™, Victoria specializes in aiding clients through the challenges posed by an abusive spouse. Her approach involves empowering clients to transcend pain and fear, breaking free from a victim mentality and embracing newfound possibilities. Utilizing her proprietary system, individuals can reclaim their power, enabling them to make impactful decisions from a position of strength rather than fear.

    Cristin Terri
    DIVORCE PARENTING COACH
    Cristin, a certified divorce coach and counselor, specializes in providing expert guidance and support during challenging times, with a particular focus on the well-being of children. Serving as a parent coordinator, coach, and counselor, she assists parents in navigating both personal parenting journeys and joint co-parenting relationships, drawing from her own successful navigation of divorce and personal experiences growing up in a divorced family.

    Krista Shelton, CFE
    FRAUD EXPERT
    Before establishing Focused Forensic Solutions, Krista Shelton spent almost a decade as a Special Agent with the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation, focusing on probing potential violations of the Internal Revenue Code and related financial crimes. At Focused Forensic Solutions, Krista and her team assist clients in uncovering facts, deciphering details, and achieving closure during overwhelming and exhausting financial crime investigations.

    Melissa Gragg, CVA, MAFF
    VALUATION EXPERT
    Melissa Gragg, a seasoned divorce mediator and business valuation expert, specializes in the psychology of negotiation, employing mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method before resorting to court testimony. With 20 years of experience as an expert witness, Melissa collaborates with attorneys, mediators, and couples nationwide, offering neutral, third-party services for business valuation, pension valuation, income analysis, and complex financial matters.

    Emile Flowers, CDLP®
    DIVORCE MORTGAGE SPECIALIST
    As a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP®), Emile understands that everyone's financial situation is unique and deserves personalized attention. With her knowledge and expertise, she helps clients make the right choices for themselves and their families. Additionally, during the divorce process, Emile offers specialized guidance to ensure that her clients can navigate the complexities of mortgage considerations and financial restructuring with confidence and clarity.

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    25 mins