Divorce doesn’t have to mean devastation, courtroom drama, and cookie cutter child custody arrangements that simply don’t work for your family. How do we know? Because families worldwide are choosing to divorce with peace, dignity and respect through a process called collaborative divorce. Collaborative Divorce helps you and your spouse create a customized plan so the adults in the children have a voice and it keeps you out of court. So the details of your divorce are always private. A team of professionals help guide you through the process. Your team can include lawyers, one for you and one for your spouse, a financial professional, a mental health professional or coach, and a child specialist. The financial professional will help you divide assets and create an ongoing support plan. That is fair for all family members, both adults and children. One or more coaches or mental health professionals help ensure that parents and children’s needs are heard and addressed. for over 20 years. families going through divorce have opted for a peaceful and dignified way to move forward. Collaborative professionals are trained to understand your concerns. They work with every type of family, including high profile clients, middle and low income clients, LGBTQI and non traditional families as well as families of various religious beliefs. Your family’s unique needs will always come first. Divorce is an emotional and unforgettable experience. There’s no denying that but you can choose to eliminate the drama and hostility by committing to a respectable and peaceful process. 10 years from now, how will your children tell the story of your divorce? Find a collaborative divorce professional in your area today to learn more by visiting www dot collaborative practice.com.