A balanced approach at a rocky time
Divorce Coaching
Are you feeling overwhelmed and want to feel more in control of your divorce or separation and be better equipped to communicate with your former partner and your solicitor?
Do you need a safe, impartial space to talk?
I combine coaching skills with over 20 years experience as a former family law solicitor. I will work in partnership with you to manage the emotional and practical challenges and help you move forward, leaving your solicitor to concentrate on the legal aspects.
I provide you with key information about the divorce process and clearly explain the options open to you in an understandable manner so that you can prepare and plan your way forward more confidently. I offer you that much needed neutral support and guidance throughout your journey. What can I help you with?
Communication including strategies for communicating with your former partner, how to tell your children you are separating, preparing for meetings with your solicitor and preparation for mediation sessions.
Regaining control of your life by looking at various factors including self-care, your boundaries and making a plan for the way forward.
Emotional support so that you are able to manage your emotions in order to make sound decisions. Consideration of what triggers you and how to change that.
Practical guidance and legal information including support with completing your Form E financial statement and parenting plans. Signposting to other professionals including solicitors, mediators and financial advisers.
Self-empowerment through self-awareness and self-management - you will believe you can get through this.
Accountability - keeping you focused and motivated.
Why choose me?
A lot of divorce coaches emphasise that they have been through a divorce themselves. In over 20 years working as a family law solicitor, I went through hundreds of divorces and separations with my clients. During that time, I acted for a diverse range of clients, dealing with divorce, separation, children and financial issues. I also trained as a mediator and as a collaborative lawyer.
I am no longer a practising solicitor but I am able to draw on my previous experience and combine it with my coaching skills to help you on your journey. I hold an accredited coaching qualification and I am a member of The Association for Coaching and I adhere to their Global Code of Ethics. I am also a member of Collaborative Family Solutions Collaborative Family Solutions - Collaborative Law Wiltshire
I will work with you before, during and after your separation or divorce to help you make informed decisions at each different stage. I can also provide practical support with parenting plans and assistance with completing your Form E financial statement.
Testimonials
"I thoroughly recommend Erica to anyone facing the challenges of going through a divorce. This was one of the most emotionally challenging times of my life and I don't know how I could have navigated it without Erica's support. From our first session she brought a feeling of calm and clarity, helping me to set boundaries and communicate more effectively. Thanks to Erica I came through my divorce not just surviving but with a renewed sense of self and hope for my future. Thank you Erica for all your support and guidance."