Deanna Conklin-Danao, Psy.D.

04/13/2019

https://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/ct-life-what-is-a-divorce-coach-0408-story.html

I was excited to be interviewed by Chicago Tribune and to spread the word about healthier ways to divorce using a divorce coach!

Could a divorce coach make the process a little more bearable?

11/07/2017

Check out my latest Divorce Magazine blog about attending events together after a divorce:

Place Your Children First and Attend an Event as Co-ParentsThe word “graceful” is a deliberate addition to the blog title because anyone can attend an event together, but I want to give some tips on how to attend an event as co-parents and do it well. This matters because when you are co-parenting,…

09/05/2017

Check out my blog to for tips on getting the school year off to a good start:http://drconklindanao.com/getting-school-year-off-good-start/

Back to school brings the excitement of a new year but also the dread of dealing with homework and hectic routines. There are things you can do (and stop doing) to help manage your stress level and set your child up for success. Consider these tips to start off on the right track: • Look

08/08/2017

Check out my latest blog for Divorce Magazine about family vacations after divorce: http://drconklindanao.com/four-tips-taking-post-divorce-summer-vacation/

06/16/2017

Check out my latest blog for Divorce Magazine about Father's Day: http://www.divorcemag.com/blog/guide-divorced-dads-and-fathers-day

A guide for Divorced Dads and Father’s Day to help them make the most of the occasion.

06/05/2017

Check out my latest blog for Divorce Magazine about how to put your child's needs first during a divorce: http://drconklindanao.com/putting-kids-needs-first-divorce/

Place the Focus on the Kids When It Comes to Children and Divorce When I talk with parents about children and divorce, the first thing they usually want to discuss is how they can protect their children during the process. The most valuable advice I can give is to minimize conflict and to ensure tha...

05/22/2017

We all catch our children lying at some point. Check out my blog for suggestions about how to handle these moments: http://drconklindanao.com/catch-child-lying/

It can be upsetting when you catch your childin a lie, however before you respond, it can be helpful to think through a few things.Here are a few things to consider:Young children: Young children aren’t lying to you to be manipulative because they still blur the distinction between reality and fanta...

05/09/2017

Here's my latest blog on talking more openly about mental illness http://drconklindanao.com/talking-openly-mental-illness/

It has been very encouraging to see the recent conversations where celebrities have talked openly about personal struggles and mental illness in hopes of decreasing the stigma. Currently making headlines are Lady Gaga’s open letter about suffering from Post-traumatic stress disorder as well as the P...

04/10/2017

Check out my Divorce Magazine blog co-authored with attorney Rachel Moore and financial planner Alona Anspach: http://drconklindanao.com/three-perspectives-keeping-house-not/

For many people their house is both a serious financial asset and an ongoing expense. And since the house is your home, it’s an asset that comes with a lot of emotional attachment. For these reasons, deciding what to do with the house often causes a great deal of conflict in a divorce. Here, a ment...

03/13/2017

Check out my latest blog for Divorce Magazine about how to effectively utilize your divorce coach: http://drconklindanao.com/5-tips-using-divorce-coach-effectively/

Divorcing couples are increasingly using financial and mental health support services to navigate what can be a very difficult and draining process. Divorce coaches are mental-health professionals that have received specialized training to help couples manage emotions, strengthen communication, faci...

03/02/2017

If you are thinking about getting your child a cell phone, check out my blog for some things to consider: http://drconklindanao.com/child-ready-cell-phone/

Cell phones are becoming increasingly common for kids and teens. One study found 85% of 14-17-year -olds have a cell phone, 69% of 11-14-year-olds and 31% of 8-10-year-olds. Many parents are asking, “How old should my child be before they get a cell phone?” While I understand the desire for a black…

02/13/2017

Check out my latest blog for Divorce Magazine: http://drconklindanao.com/co-parenting-divorce-learn-let-go-things/

Co-parenting after a divorce is like learning a new dance. You’ve been parenting with your spouse for your child’s entire life and now it’s completely different. One home becomes two. There are new routines and new relationships to manage. You and your co-parent make take very different approaches o...