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I’m a therapist, an author, a mom, a co-parent and a co-parenting coach living and working in LA. 💕

08/28/2025

What should you do when your co-parent undermines you in front of your child? It’s one of the most challenging situations co-parents face—your authority is questioned, and your child is caught in the middle.

These 4 things will help you reduce conflict and allow your child to feel safe and supported.

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08/26/2025

✨ Exciting news! ✨

My book Cooperative Co-Parenting for Secure Kids is now available in Polish! 🇵🇱

Rodzice po rozstaniu helps divorced or separated parents find practical ways to build safe, secure bonds with their children so that they can thrive in both homes. Grounded in attachment theory and real-world co-parenting strategies to help you improve communication, move from conflict to cooperation, and put your child’s needs first.

I’m so grateful this resource is reaching more families around the world, so that it can continue to offer support, clarity, and hope 💙

08/21/2025

We’ve all been there—your co-parent says one thing but doesn’t follow through. For kids, a broken promise can feel confusing and disappointing.

Stay calm, validate their feelings, and remind them that it’s not their fault. By showing up with consistency and care, you help rebuild the trust and love they need most. 💙

If you're looking for more guidance, my book Cooperative Co-Parenting for Secure Kids offers helpful exercises, grounded advice, and an easy-to-grasp framework for navigating tough situations like these, so you can reduce conflict, strengthen connection, and put your child’s well-being at the center. Link in bio 🔗

08/19/2025

Back-to-school season can be exciting and stressful for kids, especially in two-home families. A little planning between co-parents goes a long way in helping your child feel organized, supported, and ready to shine.

This checklist will help you:
✔️ Avoid last-minute scrambles
✔️ Stay on the same page with schedules and school info
✔️ Give your child consistency, stability, and peace of mind

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08/14/2025

Divorce doesn’t just change your relationship with your ex, it reshapes the entire family web.

For your child, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins are still a vital part of their identity and support system. The challenge? Navigating those relationships after the marriage ends—without letting tension, confusion, or old hurts get in the way.

When handled with care, these relationships can continue to be a source of love and stability long after the marriage has ended. Swipe through to learn more. 💙

08/05/2025

In my last reel, I talked about reasons why someone may get defensive when you make a request.

This week, I’m sharing how to make a request in a way that’s more likely to be heard, respected, and responded to — instead of shut down with a defensive reaction.

Let me know which of these feels most helpful in your current relationship dynamic. 💬

07/31/2025

Divorce often brings a storm of conflicting emotions — grief and relief, shame and empowerment, fear and hope. ⁣
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This emotional duality is normal, and you’re not doing it wrong, you’re just human.⁣

✨ This is not the time to judge yourself. Be gentle as you move through the messiness.
✨ Simply notice and be with the different emotions as they come and go, like waves.
✨ And remember: your healing journey is nonlinear and unique to you. 💛

Which of these resonates most? Feel free to share in the comments or DM me.

07/29/2025

Ever make a simple request… and the other person got immediately defensive? 😤💬⁣
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It’s frustrating — especially when the request you are making seems reasonable.
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Here are 3 surprisingly common reasons someone might get defensive in response to a request. Understanding these triggers can help you pause, reflect, and communicate more intentionally.

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07/24/2025

Before engaging in a difficult conversation it’s essential to pause and check in with yourself.

These simple yet powerful reflections can prevent escalation, protect relationships, and create space for more respectful, effective communication — whether you're co-parenting, partnering, or navigating any high-stress interaction.

De-escalation isn’t avoidance, it’s an intentional practice that fosters respect, clarity, and meaningful connection.

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07/17/2025

We often can feel afraid or worried that our kids are learning unhealthy behaviors from their other parent. When your child “acts out,” or tries out different behaviors they may have witnessed or experienced, they’re trying to tell you something. They are letting you know that they need more support to feel safe, seen, protected, and secure. It’s an invitation to provide them with what they truly need.

Check out my latest article in Psychology Today, where I break down how you can transform challenging behaviors into opportunities for growth and healing through:

👉🏼 Unconditional love
👉🏼 Consistent boundaries
👉🏼 Emotional validation

📖 Read the full article here, https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/cooperative-co-parenting-for-secure-kids/202506/when-your-child-acts-out-its-a-signal-not-a

07/08/2025

Healing from narcissistic abuse is a journey of reclaiming yourself. These 5 exercises can help you rebuild your sense of truth, self-worth and emotional autonomy.

Which exercise speaks to you most? Try one today and let me know how it goes. 💙

07/03/2025

Tough parenting moments like these can leave us at a loss for words. So here you go...

3 tips to help you respond clearly and empathically to your kids, so that you can help them process their feelings, while providing them what they need to feel safe, seen and supported.

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