Have you ever felt deeply misunderstood in relationships, yearning for emotional connection and lasting love but unsure how to create either one? That’s exactly what Valerie Greene, relationship mentor and author of The Commitment Roadmap, tackles in this podcast episode.

Growing up in an intellectual household where her parents often dismissed her feelings, Valerie learned to suppress her naturally empathic nature and to operate from her head rather than her heart. When her first marriage fell apart, Valerie started studying various emotional healing modalities in order to reconnect herself with her feelings. In doing so she learned to express her needs without seeming needy and to attract the emotionally available husband to whom she’s currently married. 

Valerie now helps other women to transform their relationships from emotional disconnection to deep intimacy.

In her "MANifest Lasting Love" program she teaches a five-step formula for expressing feelings and needs in ways that inspire rather than alienate potential partners. Through her unique approach to relationships, she guides clients to break free from the cycle of attracting emotionally unavailable partners and instead create the deep, lasting relationships they seek.

Whether you're single, dating, or trying to reignite passion in a long-term relationship, Valerie provides actionable insights into identifying emotional patterns, communicating effectively, and creating the lasting love you long for.

About Valerie
Valerie Greene is a unique relationship mentor, author, and speaker who helps women to inspire their man to fulfill their deepest needs and desires. A highly successful alternative to relationship therapy, Valerie helps women and couples create a secure emotional CONNECTION--not just problem-solving or communication skills. 

Valerie holds numerous certifications in coaching, NLP, and emotional healing modalities. She leads workshops, retreats, and online courses for women and couples, and is the creator of the 12-week Man-ifest Lasting Love coaching program and the author of the book “The Commitment Roadmap” which teaches women how to inspire their man to commit to a lifetime of lasting love. 

Connect with Valerie
You can connect with Valerie on LinkedIn at Valerie Green and on Facebook at Coach Valerie Greene.  And follow Valerie on YouTube at Valerie Greene, on X at Coach Val Greene and on Instagram at Val Greene.  To find out more about Valerie’s work visit her website at Coach Valerie Greene.

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Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

What if you could turn the chaos of post-divorce dating in mid-life into a journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Jonathon Aslay, one of America’s top mid-life dating coaches, did exactly that.

After losing his 19-year-old son Connor, Jonathon embarked on an unexpected journey that transformed his understanding of love, relationships, and human connection. While grieving this profound loss, Jonathon discovered that the biggest challenge facing most singles isn't finding the right partner - it's learning to truly love themselves.

Jonathon is now on a mission to help singles cultivate more meaningful relationships by building their own self-love and emotional health. His insights are drawn from years of guiding others and his own experiences navigating the dating world post-divorce.

Jonathon candidly reflects on the trials of online dating and the deeper emotional wounds many people bring into relationships. He explains why dating profiles often fall short and reveals the subtle ways self-awareness can create more authentic connections. 

This conversation isn’t just about dating; it’s a profound exploration of forgiveness, self-compassion, and growth, coupled with practical, actionable steps for healing and growth.

About Jonathon
Jonathon Aslay is a dating and relationship coach who focuses on helping his clients discover a deeper, self-sustaining happiness. He realized that the process of dating reveals the most common emotional health issue faced by many singles seeking a partner: a distressing lack of self-worth, self-regard, and self-love.

Today, he is on a mission of encouraging both men and women to fully love themselves with a new book, "What The Heck Is Self-Love Anyway?"—packed with fun, engaging spiritual and personal growth practices—and his dynamic Mid-Life Love Mastery mentorship program, that inspires hundreds of people daily, around the world. 

Connect with Jonathon
You can connect with Jonathon on LinkedIn at Jonathon Aslay and on Facebook at Jonathon Aslay.  You can follow him on YouTube at Jonathon Aslay, on X at Jonathon Aslay and on Instagram at Jonathon Aslay.  To find out more about Jonathon’s work visit his website at Jonathon Aslay. 

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Relationship intimacy is complicated.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jenn Kennedy, a clinical sexologist and licensed marriage and family therapist, unpacks the complexities of relationship intimacy, diving deeply into the challenges couples face when navigating sex and desire. 

Dr. Kennedy breaks down the common struggle of desire discrepancy—when partners have mismatched levels of sexual interest—and explains the emotional, biological, and relational factors that often drive these differences. She candidly reveals why most therapists aren’t adequately trained to handle issues around sexuality and how this impacts the relationships of the couples those therapists work with.

With humor and wisdom, Dr. Kennedy offers actionable strategies that will help couples reconnect, emphasizing the power of newness and intentionality to revitalize intimacy. 

Whether it’s learning to plan creatively or rethinking what sex means, Dr. Kennedy’s advice is refreshingly accessible and empowering.

This episode isn’t just about relationships—it’s about redefining intimacy and discovering how to create a more connected, fulfilling partnership.

About Dr. Kennedy
Dr. Jenn Kennedy is a clinical sexologist and licensed marriage and family therapist based in Santa Barbara. In her private practice, Dr. Jenn sees couples and individuals in the areas of relationships, sex, addiction and LGBT. In 2019, she founded her clinical group practice, Riviera Therapy, and under this umbrella, she supervises up-and-coming clinicians. In 2023, Dr. Jenn launched The Pleasure Project, which is dedicated to helping us all have a better sex life. Through this venture, Dr. Jenn hosts a podcast called The Pleasure Project with Dr. Jenn Kennedy and she offers small group intensives for women and couples called The Pleasure Circle. Dr. Jenn has been quoted in Redbook, Reader’s Digest, Forbes Health, DailyOm, Shondaland, Parade, Allure, Yahoo!life and others. She is often tapped to discuss intimacy and sexuality for therapists and physicians.

Connect with Dr. Kennedy
You can connect with Dr. Kennedy on LinkedIn at Dr. Jenn Kennedy and Facebook at Riviera Therapy.  You can follow Dr. Kennedy on YouTube at Dr. Jenn Kennedy, on Instagram at Dr Jenn Kennedy and on her Podcast Pleasure Project:  Sex and Relationships.  To find out how to work with Dr. Kennedy visit her website at Pleasure Project.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Everyone knows the emotional pain of feeling stuck. But what if the key to getting unstuck lies in understanding your own energy patterns? In this podcast episode, spiritual teacher and healing artist Leah Guy shares her journey from trauma survivor to transformational guide, revealing how she helps people break free from toxic relationships and rediscover their authentic selves.

Drawing from over two decades of experience working with clients, Leah challenges common misconceptions about narcissistic relationships and codependency. Rather than focusing solely on the narcissist’s behavior, Leah dives deeply into BOTH parties’ behavior, since breaking those patterns is the key to making lasting change.

Leah emphasizes how important it is for the non-narcissistic partner to examine his/her own behavior patterns, energy imbalances, and childhood wounds that may be causing them to attract and maintain difficult relationships.

Leah's practical approach combines energy healing with concrete techniques for building healthy boundaries, developing self-confidence, and recognizing relationship "green flags" - like emotional availability and acting from desire rather than need. Through her work, clients have transformed challenging relationships, found fulfilling careers, and even overcome fertility struggles by addressing their energetic blocks.

If you’re struggling in a high-conflict relationship, this podcast episode may hold the key that will totally transform your relationships and your life.

About Leah
Leah Guy is a spiritual teacher, speaker and intuitive healing artist. She's the author of three books including Overcoming Toxic Emotions, currently published in four languages, as well as the one-woman show, The Light Night of the Soul. Leah uses her personal triumphs over sexual abuse, addiction, anxiety and eating disorders, along with more than two decades of experience in private practice working with clients and organizations, helping people transform their lives. Leah inspires and teaches people how to access their fullest potential with practical techniques, guided wisdom, and entertaining concepts. Her courses and podcast have reached hundreds of thousands of people worldwide.  

Connect with Leah
You can connect with Leah on Facebook at Leah The Modern Sage and follow her on Instagram at leahthemodernsage.  You can catch her podcast The Modern Sage and watch her YouTube channel at A Girl Named Guy.  To find out more about how to work with Leah visit her website at Leah Guy.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

When your marriage crumbles, figuring out how to effectively parent with your ex can feel like navigating a minefield. Co-parenting counseling, an approach that helps divorced couples prioritize their children's needs over their own complicated emotions, can help. 

In this podcast episode licensed professional counselor Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez explains how.

Co-parenting counselors are licensed mental health professionals who provide expert recommendations and guidance to help parents communicate better and make child-focused decisions.  

Unlike court-appointed parenting coordinators, co-parenting counselors don’t have the authority to adjudicate disputes or enforce parenting agreements. They do, however, have the skills and ability to help parents create a functional new family dynamic where both parents can learn to work together for their children's wellbeing.

If you’re searching for practical strategies for navigating common co-parenting dilemmas, such as setting boundaries, managing emotions, and creating actionable goals that prioritize children’s well-being, this episode may provide the answers you seek. Co-parenting counseling can help you transform your contentious parental dynamics into a productive partnership, helping you and your spouse align on critical parenting decisions.

If you or someone you know is experiencing parenting challenges, this podcast episode just might change everything for you.

About Kelley
Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice in Ridgefield, Connecticut, specializing in assisting couples at relationship crossroads, particularly when one party is uncertain about the marriage's future. She offers Couples Therapy, Affair Recovery, Sex Therapy, Discernment Counseling, Healing Separation Support, and Co-Parenting Counseling. Kelley also provides non-adversarial divorce support to divorcing partners, helping them navigate communication impasses to make important decisions during and after the divorce process. Focused on child wellbeing, she aids co-parents in developing a new relationship centered on their kids’ needs. Kelley is among a select group of mental health providers trained in mediation and collaborative divorce, offering cooperative and efficient options.

Connect with Kelley
You can connect with Kelley on LinkedIn at Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez and on Facebook at Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez: Manifesting Positive Outcomes and follow Kelley on Instagram at KelleyHopkinsAlvarezLPC. To learn more about Kelley’s work visit her website at Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez and her YouTube channel at Kelley Hopkins-Alvarez, LPC.

Additional Resources:
The Connecticut Council for Non-Adversarial Divorce
Our Family Wizard

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

When your spouse's addiction threatens to destroy not just your marriage but your whole family's future, you need expert guidance to protect yourself and your loved ones. Attorney Mitchell Gordon brings over 23 years of specialized experience helping clients navigate the complexities that occur when addiction intersects with divorce, offering strategic solutions that safeguard both families and finances.

Drawing from his extensive experience with cases involving alcohol, drugs, gambling, and other addictions, Mitch emphasizes that the key to navigating a divorce and addiction is to treat the addiction as a disease rather than a moral failing. 

Mitch’s approach focuses on implementing practical protections - from supervised visitation and breathalyzer requirements for parenting time, to innovative solutions for high-functioning professionals who need specialized treatment options that won't derail their careers.

Mitch also provides insight into sophisticated strategies for protecting assets and securing support payments in cases involving addiction. He demonstrates how modern technology and data collection devices including Soberlink can help prove addiction patterns. Finally he offers insights into structuring settlements that can protect both the immediate and long-term interests of the non-addicted spouse.

If you or someone you know is dealing with addiction and divorce, this is a “Can’t Miss” episode.

About Mitchell
Mitchell works exclusively in the area of family law. He has significant experience dealing with both parenting-related and financial litigation. Mitchell approaches his cases with the goal of problem solving through the understanding that each client has a unique set of circumstances. Mitchell works closely with his clients throughout the legal process to find reasonable and practical solutions. In addition to his litigation experience, Mr. Gordon has expertise conducting settlement conferences, drafting marital settlement agreements, parenting agreements, and pre and post-nuptial agreements. Furthermore, he is a skilled appellate advocate, having litigated numerous family law cases at the Appellate Court level. 

Connect with Mitchell
You can connect with Mitchell on LinkedIn at Mitchell B Gordon and find more information regarding the services he provides on his website Bradford & Gordon, LLC 

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Navigating the financial maze of divorce can feel overwhelming - until you discover the transformative power of strategic financial advocacy.

Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Rhonda Noordyk has created a strategic approach to finance that goes beyond traditional divorce financial planning and into the realm of financial advocacy. Rhonda goes beyond the numbers to actually advocate for her clients, asking tough questions during their mediation or negotiation that helps them uncover details they might otherwise overlook.

In this podcast episode, Rhonda explains what it means to be a "financial advocate" and why her role is critical in high-stakes divorce negotiations. 

From questioning the validity of income calculations to identifying gaps in transparency, Rhonda dives into the strategies she uses to level the playing field for her clients. 

Whether it’s challenging business valuations, reviewing support numbers, or guiding clients through mediation, Rhonda’s insights shine a light on how strategy—not guesswork—can create better outcomes in your divorce.

About Rhonda

Rhonda Noordyk, CDFA® is a well-respected divorce financial strategist. She is known internationally for her work in pioneering a path for women to navigate through the financial aspects of the divorce process. As a strategist, Rhonda helps her clients determine their next best financial move.

Connect with Rhonda

You can connect with Rhonda on LinkedIn at Rhonda Noordyk, on Facebook at Rhonda Noordyk and follow her on Instagram at Rhonda Noordyk.  To learn more about Rhonda’s work visit her website at Rhonda Noordyk Financial Divorce Advocate and grab a copy of Rhonda’s book Bold Beginnings: A Journey of Divorce and Financial Confidence.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

What if the most difficult conversations in life could not only give you answers but they could shine a light on a clear path forward? 

This special episode brings together the best insights from our guests in 2024. You’ll hear about how to tackle complex relationship challenges like divorcing a narcissist, navigating sexless marriages, and implementing creative solutions like bird nesting for families in transition. This is a curated mix of powerful interviews that address not just the legal and logistical aspects of these struggles but also the emotional and psychological hurdles that keep people stuck.

Through expert advice and deeply personal stories, you’ll hear practical strategies for managing high-conflict dynamics, understanding toxic relationship cycles, and finding healthier ways to communicate and co-parent. Whether it’s uncovering patterns of abuse, building boundaries, or learning how to use mediation to save time, money, and your sanity, these conversations are full of eye-opening moments that can change the way you approach tough decisions.

The episode is a roadmap for anyone looking to break free from old cycles and emerge stronger—legally, emotionally, and relationally. With topics ranging from gaslighting to financial transparency in divorce, you’ll come away with tools, insights, and even a bit of hope that even the hardest decisions can lead to unexpected transformation.

This is truly the BEST of Off the Fence 2024.

About Tracy Malone
Tracy Malone is an International divorce coach and surTHRIVER of narcissistic abuse and the author of Divorcing Your Narcissist: You Can't make This Shit up! and the founder of Narcissist Abuse Support.com.  Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn at Tracy Malone and Facebook at Narcissist Abuse Support Group.
About Kathleen Brigham
Kathleen created Brigham Advising after going through her own divorce and finding it difficult to map a productive path between tough talking lawyers, well-meaning therapists and supportive but uneasy friends and family. Learn more about Kathleen's work on her website Brigham Learning.
About Michael Cohen
Michael saw firsthand the impact of a litigated divorce on his own children and vowed to transition his career to divorce mediation. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn at Michael’s Mediation at Facebook at Michael’s Mediation.
About Janelle Orion
Janelle knows how to hold space--and the occasional butt plug--for others’ spiritual awakening. Catalysts for her becoming include plant medicines, polyamory and getting married and divorced “in love.” Connect with Janelle on LinkedIn at Janelle Orion and on Facebook.
About Karen McMahon
Karen emerges as a true luminary, specializing in the complex arena of high conflict divorce with unwavering determination and a heart full of empathy. Connect with Karen on her LinkedIn page at Karen McMahon on Facebook at Karen McMahon and

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Navigating the holidays when you’re going through a divorce – or have recently gone through a divorce – can really suck. Money will likely be tighter, you may not see your kids as much, and the holiday traditions you once cherished are likely to be gone forever.

But just because your holidays will be undeniably different, that doesn’t mean they have to be miserable.

In this podcast episode, divorce expert Jackie Pilossoph—creator of Divorced Girl Smiling—shares deeply relatable stories and actionable tips for surviving the holidays, even if you’re feeling sad, alone, or overwhelmed. Jackie opens up about her own experience of spending her first Christmas without her kids, offering insights on how to honor your emotions while finding ways to reclaim joy during these tough times.

If you’re alone today – or on any major holiday – Jackie’s creative and practical ideas can help you feel better right now, even if you didn’t plan ahead. You’ll discover how taking even small steps can shift your mindset and improve your mood, even when you think that’s impossible.

Don’t struggle through the holiday season! Take a break. Listen to this episode. You’ll feel better.

[SPOILER ALERT: This episode just might make you feel SO good that you even forget how miserable you just were!]

About Jackie
Jackie Pilossoph is the creator and Editor-in-chief of Divorced Girl Smiling, a media company comprised of a website, podcast, mobile app, and professional resources. Jackie holds a Masters degree in Broadcast Journalism and is a former television news reporter and features reporter and writer for the Chicago Tribune.

Where to Connect with Jackie
You can connect with Jackie on Facebook at Divorced Girl Smiling or in her Facebook Group, The Divorced Girl Smiling Group. She is on LinkedIn as Divorced Girl Smiling. You can also find her on her website  at DivorcedGirlSmiling.com.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.

Ever wonder why you and your spouse seem to have the same fight over and over again? Or why the way your spouse treats you reminds you of how your mother/father/brother/sister treated you? Or why – if you’re already divorced and are dating again – you seem to pick the same kind of romantic partner over … and over … and over again?

The answer to these questions and more often lies buried deeply in your past.

In this week’s podcast episode, Tammy Cox, a transformational coach, reveals how even seemingly minor emotional experiences can create deep-seated beliefs that unconsciously drive our adult behaviors and relationship patterns. 

Those internalized beliefs – beliefs such as feeling unlovable or unimportant - create invisible emotional blueprints that repeat throughout our lives, influencing everything from our self-perception to our closest relationships.

Thankfully, by learning to recognize our emotional triggers and exploring their origins, we can uncover and neutralize our childhood wounds and create more fulfilling adult relationships.

If you’ve ever suffered from self-doubt or feelings of unworthiness, this podcast episode will show you how to shift your belief system and start choosing beliefs that empower you. In that way you can start to break dysfunctional relationship patterns and step into true emotional freedom.

About Tammy
Tammy Cox is a dedicated Transformational Coach with a passion for helping women transform their lives and relationships. With a unique focus on inner child healing, Tammy uncovers the root causes of relationship breakdowns, guiding her clients on a deeply transformative journey toward rekindling emotional connection and love. Tammy's personal life journey was marked by significant childhood wounds, bringing her to a crossroads where she faced two choices: surrender to despair or embark on a path of healing. She chose the latter, committing to an inspiring voyage of self-discovery and personal growth, which shaped her into the transformational coach she is today.

Connect with Tammy
You can connect with Tammy on LinkedIn at Tammy Cox and on Facebook at Tammy Cox. You can follow Tammy on Instagram at Tammy Cox and X on Tamncox.  To find out all about Tammy visit her Linktr at Tammy Cox.

Karen Covy is a Divorce Coach and Consultant, Lawyer, Author, and Speaker who is dedicated to helping people make the best decisions possible for themselves, their families, and their future - especially in stressful times. You can check out Karen's videos on YouTube.

You can connect with Karen on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and on her own website at karencovy.com.