Ideas for Divorce Rituals: The Primary Questions Honoring the end of a marriage through a divorce ritual or ceremony (or breakup ritual) expresses a commitment to taking care of your own heart and mind. It helps you process the entire … Read More
Divorce Ritual: Why is it Important? Why would you want to do a divorce ritual or divorce ceremony? Let’s consider the following comments, which are frequently heard by counselors from their divorced clients: “I’ve done plenty of counseling and grieving, … Read More
What should I do with my wedding ring after divorce, or during the divorce? This question can touch on the financial, emotional, and logistical aspects of divorce or legal separation. This question of what to do with the wedding ring … Read More
Custody schedule exchanges (parenting time transitions) are ripe with opportunities for conflict between the parents. Yet, numerous studies have demonstrated that parental conflict is the most damaging aspect of a divorce for children. Whether you are in the middle of … Read More
“Who gets the house in a divorce?” is one of the most emotionally charged issues with the division of property in a divorce. Amidst the sense of loss, worry about the children’s well-being and your own economic stability, you may … Read More
Do you want to file for your Oregon divorce online, or by completing printed forms? You have several options. If you are working with a lawyer, they will usually advise that they file the Oregon divorce forms for you. Lawyers … Read More
This “Signs You Need a Divorce Quiz” won’t make your decision, or tell you when to get a divorce. Yet, it outlines some common signs you need a divorce. More importantly, you can clarify your reasons for a divorce or … Read More
Divorce is inherently expensive, even if you get free divorce advice, minimize your legal costs and amicably agree upon all terms of the divorce. There are multiple financial mistakes that people make during a divorce (or legal separation) which can … Read More
The Decision to Divorce: Use a Counselor or a Mediator? As a family mediator specializing in divorce, I have had many clients who contact me for help with the decision to divorce or separate. Why do people seek help from … Read More
Oregon Divorce Support Groups: Benefits and Structure Divorce support groups in Oregon (also known as divorce recovery groups) are the ideal way to heal the pain, grief and devastation that divorce leaves in its wake. While divorce counseling can help … Read More