Divorce Coaching is a process in which a spouse who is ending their spousal relationship retains a Divorce Coach to assist them to navigate the legal process from marriage through to separation and then divorce with the goal of assisting such separating spouse reach a mutually acceptable agreement on issues requiring resolution.
1. Divorce Coaches are from diverse professions whose roles vary and include former judges, lawyers, paralegals, law clerks, mental health professionals, teachers and consultants.
2. A Divorce Coach assists the spouse with the setting of goals, evaluating options, selecting the right team of advisors and facilitating a successful resolution.
3. Divorce Coaching is a valuable option for many spouses because it has the potential to:
a. empower the spouse at a time of uncertainty;
b. increase the self-determination of the spouse and their ability to communicate their goals to their advisors;
c. properly care for their child during the ending of a relationship; and
d. reduce the economic and emotional costs associated with the resolution of family disputes.
4. Divorce Coaching is not a substitute for independent legal advice or therapy, and it is not appropriate for all spouses.
5. Divorce Coaching helps spouses make informed decisions based on objective information while maintaining focus on their life goals.
6. A Divorce Coach must be impartial and qualified by training, experience and temperament.
7. A Divorce Coach must understand the role that culture and diversity play in the lives of the spouses and be able to identify and appropriately respond to families from diverse histories regardless of gender, age, culture, religion, immigration status or socio-economic status.
8. Divorce Coaching is grounded in the values of empowerment, self-actualization and leadership. It aims to promote safety and the well-being of the spouse and their family, achieve realistic outcomes and support full participant engagement.
