CALLING HOME with Whitney Goodman, LMFT

The Divorce Myth: What Actually Harms Children vs. What Helps Them Heal with Michelle Dempsey-Multack


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Whitney interviews Michelle Dempsey-Multack about how to protect children during divorce and co-parenting. They debunk the myth that divorce inherently harms children, exploring how the quality of the divorce experience—not the divorce itself—determines the impact on kids. The conversation includes practical strategies for healthy co-parenting, introducing new partners, and handling difficult conversations with children.
Whitney Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the founder of Calling Home, a membership community that helps people navigate complex family dynamics and break harmful cycles.
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00:00 Debunking Divorce Myths: It's About How You Handle It

02:45 Staying Together for the Kids vs. Healthy Single Parenting

08:00 How to Have a Good Divorce: Separating Emotions from Parenting

13:14 Speaking Poorly About the Other Parent and Its Long-Term Impact

20:16 Balancing Protection with Facilitating Relationships

33:11 Introducing New Partners: Timing and Red Flags

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