Frequently Asked Questions
QUESTION:
I'm not sure if I'm ready to get divorced. Can you help?
ANSWER:
Yes, I often work with individuals or couples to identify the core issues, and determine if they are resolvable. If so, I will assist you in retaining the right professional for counseling, which is essential.
QUESTION:
I want to start a separation process, but don't know where to begin. Can you help?
ANSWER:
Yes. I specialize in coaching people how to prepare, what to consider and how to develop strategies for separation. Ensuring that the process with be as smooth as possible, with the lowest level of conflict possible. There are many ways to reduce the level of animosity, stress and cost.
I offer a free half hour consultation with a detailed explanation of strategies.
QUESTION:
I’m about to separate and don’t know how, or when to tell my children. What do you advise?
ANSWER:
An excellent question, to which there are many possible answers. The variables surrounding your personal family situation are crucial to how to approach your children. In some cases, it may also require the consultation of a therapist, or social worker. I will work with you to determine the correct approach in your situation. We will involve an expert as mentioned above, if need be. ( I have an extensive network of associates available for referral ).
QUESTION:
I'm in the middle of a divorce and have made serious errors. It's costing me a fortune and I'm scared of losing everything. Is it possible to reverse the damage I've done?
ANSWER:
As a turn-around specialist I assure you: Every situation is always an opportunity, if approached correctly.
High conflict situations can indeed be costly. Having the right knowledge and experience to ensure the damage done is brought under control is critical. A new course of action will be required. Let's meet and discuss the history of your case and strategize a formula for success.
QUESTION:
My ex and I are constantly arguing over our children. The children are acting out in school. Can you assist?
ANSWER:
Protecting the children and ensuring their needs and interests are put first, is paramount. I will create a plan to alter the current behaviors and situation that is causing them such strife. I will ensure that you have access to exceptional professional counselors should your children need that level of help.
QUESTION:
My ex is making threats and or has been violent with me. What can you do?
ANSWER:
There are many resources available to manage such situations. They vary from conflict management, counseling, law enforcement, use of the court system and private security. With an extensive background in personal protective strategies at the highest levels, I will work with you to identify the correct solution.
QUESTION:
My divorce has been completed, but the constant conflict hasn't stopped. There are many issues that the agreements reached have not dealt with. Can you help?
ANSWER:
Indeed, agreements do not always detail all the requirements of how to move forward with your life. Often, one party will either continue to be combative, or refuse to live up to their obligations under the agreement.
I will detail strategies for how to handle the deficiencies in such agreements. Some courses of action include legal and court. However, the most effective and cost efficient involve conflict management to resolve such issues. I specialize in handling such scenarios.
QUESTION:
I am trying to plan a coming of age ceremony for my child. Obtaining co-operation from my ex is impossible, and it's going to completely ruin the event. Can you help?
ANSWER:
It is very common for Confirmation and Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremonies to become mired in infighting and conflict. The very fact you have to deal with each other, be involved with financial expenditures, and contemplate being at an event with your ex, their family, and possibly their new partner, is daunting.
Working with you, and possibly the other side as a go between, we will come to agreement on the various issues. Your child deserves the opportunity to have a successful and enjoyable event, shared with all of their family. Let me resolve the conflict, and bring harmony for all to share in your special occasion.