Separation and Divorce
Tina is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with specialized training and expertise in the area of separation and divorce, co-parenting counselling, divorce/parent coaching, and child specialist.
Tina is a member of BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, as well as Collaborative Divorce Vancouver. She plays a critical role in supporting individuals and families through the complex emotional landscape of divorce. Contact Tina if you need support with:
Divorce is a tough journey for parents, requiring them to:
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Handle legal and financial matters.
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Establish parenting arrangements.
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Maintain effective communication.
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Provide emotional support to their children.
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Manage transitions.
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Counselling professionals and divorce coaches offer vital support by providing:
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Emotional guidance and coping strategies.
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Help in navigating the legal process.
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Assistance with communication and co-parenting strategies.
Their support aids parents and children in navigating divorce with resilience and understanding.
To support families during this transition, Attune Therapy Centre offers a range of services designed to reduce conflict, improve communication, and make informed parenting decisions that prioritize the developmental and emotional well-being of the children.
Co-Parenting Counselling
This approach blends education about psychological principles, mediation sessions, and counselling methods to aid parents in navigating conflicts, improving their communication, and reaching decisions that serve the well-being of the entire family.It focuses on finding constructive solutions and leveraging strengths to progress. The objective is to pinpoint areas of contention, foster skill development, and make informed decisions, prioritizing children's developmental and emotional well-being. While the outcomes of co-parenting counselling can inform a parenting agreement, many families, even those with existing separation agreements, find value in the expertise of a qualified mediator to facilitate difficult discussions, leading to new parenting arrangements.
Collaborative Divorce
The end of a relationship can be distressing for families. Traditional court-based processes for separation and divorce often worsen the situation, leading to resentment and decisions that may not consider the family's needs. Collaborative separation offers a more compassionate option, involving commitments to avoid litigation, maintain respectful communication, ensure transparency, understand each other's concerns, and work towards mutually beneficial agreements. This approach, facilitated by a team of professionals including Family Lawyers, Divorce Coaches, Financial Specialists, and Child Specialists, prioritizes fairness and helps families navigate the process with greater ease and understanding.
Tina is a trained expert and can take on the role of the divorce coach or child specialist during the collaborative divorce process. Connect with Tina and ask your questions.
Divorce/Parent Coaching
A divorce coach is a trained professional who assists couples going through divorce proceedings in reaching an amicable agreement. They provide emotional support, communication guidance, and help clients manage conflict constructively. A parenting plan can be crafted for you during the process that is unique to the needs of your children and your family. The Parenting Plan can be appended to your Separation Agreement.
In the case of collaborative law and divorce process the divorce coach works alongside other collaborative professionals, such as lawyers and financial experts, to facilitate productive discussions and ensure both parties' needs are addressed throughout the process.
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Parenting Plan
A parenting plan is a formal agreement between separated or divorced parents that outlines how they will share the responsibilities of raising their children. It typically includes details about custody arrangements, visitation schedules, decision-making authority, communication guidelines, and any other relevant aspects of co-parenting. The purpose of a parenting plan is to establish clear expectations and guidelines to ensure the well-being of the children and promote cooperation between the parents.
Child Specialist
Provides children with a safe and supportive environment to express themselves freely. Helps parents understand their children's perspectives without bias. Supports parents in working together to make adjustments and arrangements that prioritize their children's well-being. Provides the collaborative team with impartial insights into the children's experiences.
