Empowering Individuals Through Every Stage of Separation, Divorce, and Co-Parenting

Divorce can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to go through it alone.
DCAO coaches are here to help you make informed decisions, reduce conflict,
and move forward with clarity and confidence at every step of the divorce process.

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“Guiding you through divorce with clarity, strength, and support.”

The Divorce Coaches Association of Ontario

Is the premier professional body for Divorce Coaches guiding individuals through separation and divorce, encompassing all facets from personal to financial and child-related issues post-marriage dissolution. Divorce Coaches help separating individuals set goals, evaluate options, make critical decisions, control their lawyers, and build effective strategies. Divorce Coaches mitigate economic and emotional costs, while fostering realistic outcomes and client empowerment.

Why Become a Member?

The membership benefits of the Divorce Coaches Association of Ontario include:

Members influence and design
Divorce Coaching practices in Ontario

Members utilize professional and ethical mechanisms for complaint resolution

Members contribute to DCAO's committees

Members benefit from continuous professional development, workshops, seminars, and online courses

Members access certification in
Divorce Coaching 

Members engage in advocacy to promote awareness and advance the field of
Divorce Coaching

Members gain exposure through marketing initiatives and network with potential clients and referral sources

Members receive monthly updates on industry trends, association news, and member spotlights

Members access group insurance plans 

Members attend exclusive annual conferences for networking and professional growth.

About Us

The Divorce Coaches Association of Ontario (DCAO) serves as the professional association for Divorce Coaches supporting individuals navigating separation and divorce or the breakdown of a relationship, and all stages leading to the settlement of their personal, financial and child-related issues consequent on the ending of a marital, common-law, or parenting relationship.

DCAO comprises professionals from diverse backgrounds such as former judges, lawyers, mental health professionals, educators, and consultants.

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“Helping you move forward with purpose and peace.”

Frequently asked questions

WHEN DID DIVORCE COACHING BEGIN?

WHAT ARE THE KEY ELEMENTS OF DIVORCE COACHING?

HOW EXACTLY DO DIVORCE COACHES HELP CLIENTS?

ARE DIVORCE COACHES A SUBSTITUTE FOR A LAWYER?

IS DIVORCE COACHING THE SAME AS THERAPY?

Membership

How to Join

The Divorce Coaches Association of Ontario (DCAO) offers four categories of membership as follows:

Professional Divorce Coach (Accredited Member)

Membership

$120 + HST

(Annual Membership Dues)

For Divorce Coaches who have completed the DCAO’s education and professional requirements. Full voting rights, use of designation/logo, and full member benefits.

Affiliate Member
(Allied Professional)

Membership

$60 + HST

(Annual Membership Dues)

Lawyers, mediators, therapists, financial advisors, etc. who want to connect, collaborate, and support families alongside our community.

Professional Divorce Coach

Membership

$120 + HST

(Annual Membership Dues)

For practicing Divorce Coaches who are actively serving clients with a pathway to accreditation.

Apprentice Divorce Coach

Membership

$60 + HST

(Annual Membership Dues)

For those new to Divorce Coaching or currently in training. Gain access to mentorship, learning, and community support as you grow