How Mediation Can Prevent Holiday Conflict

In this page The holiday season brings heightened emotions, increased expectations, and intense scheduling pressures—especially for families navigating separation or divorce. What might feel manageable during other times of the year can quickly escalate into conflict in December. Disagreements over parenting time, travel, finances, and family traditions often surface when emotions are already running high.…

Controlling Behaviors in a Relationship: What Actually Counts as Abuse

In this page Not all abuse begins with shouting, threats, or physical harm. In many relationships, abuse begins quietly through subtle restrictions, increased monitoring, or emotional pressure disguised as “concern.” These behaviors often appear harmless at first, which is precisely why so many people fail to recognize them as abusive until they’ve already taken root.…

The Difference Between Feeling Like a Standard Divorce and a High-Net-Worth Divorce

In this page When a marriage ends, emotions take center stage. Fear, grief, disappointment, and uncertainty overshadow everything else. In that emotional fog, many people assume their divorce is “standard,” even when their financial reality places them squarely in the category of a high-net-worth case. This emotional confusion is understandable. Divorce disrupts your sense of…