Family law attorney and certified divorce financial analyst Lisa Zeiderman joins me to talk about how parents can navigate separation, divorce, and custody decisions with clarity, confidence, and a focus on their child’s well-being.

 

Together we explore:

 

• The different legal pathways for separation and divorce (including mediation, collaborative law, and litigation) and how to determine which may be right for your family.

• Common dynamics that can make self-advocacy harder, such as power imbalances, high-conflict relationships, or emotional manipulation.

• What it means to “foster” a relationship between your child and their other parent—and why courts prioritize this.

• How to set your child up for emotional success, even when the co-parenting relationship is strained.

• Tangible behaviors that courts (and kids!) recognize as supporting healthy co-parenting.

• Ways to support your child’s sense of voice and agency throughout the process—whether that’s through therapy, routines, or even court-appointed advocates.

• Resources and recommendation of support systems and products that can help parents co-parent more effectively.

 

Whether you're already in the thick of it or just starting to consider what the future may hold, this conversation offers guidance and grounding for navigating family transitions with thoughtfulness and care.

 

 

LEARN MORE ABOUT MY GUEST:

🔗 https://lisazeiderman.com/

📚 https://lisazeiderman.com/blog/

 

 

ADDITIONAL REFERENCES AND RESOURCES:

 

👉 If you're currently in the midst of separation, moving forward after divorce, or adjusting to life post-split, Upshur Bren Psychology Group's weekly virtual Divorce Process Group for Women provides a safe space for women to process their emotions, gain support, and build strategies for moving forward. Visit https://upshurbren.com/group-womensdivorce or schedule a free 30-minute consultation call to learn more.

 

🔗 Our Family Wizard - The leading app for more peaceful co‑parenting

 

 

CHECK OUT ADDITIONAL PODCAST EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:

 

🎧 42. Busting divorce myths and breaking down the true affect it has on children: A conversation with Michelle Dempsey-Multack 

 

🎧 322. Navigating divorce or separation through a family systems approach: Preventative steps to reduce the risk of insecure attachment with Una Archer

 

🎧 277. Q&A: Is “nesting” during a divorce better for your kids?