A divorce counselor, also referred to as a divorce coach, is a therapist with specialized training in divorce issues. Their unique approach supports and advocates for individuals and family members experiencing divorce. They work with people in all stages of divorce: before, during, and after.
Here is what The American Bar Association has to say about divorce coaching:
Divorce coaching is a flexible, goal-oriented process designed to support, motivate, and guide people going through divorce to help them make the best possible decisions for their future, based on their particular interests, needs, and concerns. Divorce coaches have different professional backgrounds and are selected based on the specific needs of the clients. For example, some divorce coaches are financial planners, mental health professionals, lawyers, or mediators who have experience dealing with divorcing clients.
American Bar Association
Certified Divorce Coach
In order to attain the label of Certified Divorce Coach® a coach must complete the Divorce Coaching Intensive training, study, and coach practicums through the CDC College for Divorce Coaching®.
The role of a divorce counselor takes tends to focus on guiding the client though the emotional challenges associated with a divorce as well as helping to recognize any patterns or behaviors that need to be addressed before moving forward to another relationship.
A Unique Divorce Counselor
Cassandra is unique among Divorce Coaches and divorce counselors. Prior to having completed the Certified Divorce Coach training, she attained two Master’s degrees: one in Marriage and Family Therapy and another in Mental Health Counseling. Granting her even greater insight into the divorce process, Cassandra has experienced divorce for herself. This depth of education combined with direct experience enables her to provide expert, educated, and compassionate counseling.
Cassandra can be a valuable guide and counselor to you as you walk down your own divorce path.
Divorce Stages
- Considering Divorce
- Separation
- Active Divorce
- After Divorce
Regardless of where you are in your divorce process, Cassandra Winters is equipped to maneuver the issues and emotions that are unique to your situation and help you move forward in a healthy, happy manner.