"Always try to keep children in the center and out of the middle of whatever that is." - Lyerly Spongberg" - Lyerly SpongbergLyerly Spongberg is a dedicated divorce coach whose personal journey through a high-conflict divorce as a single mother deeply informs her professional practice. She views high-conflict divorce as a deeply human experience that affects every aspect of life, from identity and emotional well-being to finances and children. Drawing from her own experiences, Spongberg describes the process as overwhelming, akin to being blindfolded and thrown into a washing machine, emphasizing the need for comprehensive preparation and support during this full-body, full-life transition. By utilizing her expertise as a DCA certified ADR divorce coach and co-parenting specialist, she helps clients navigate these complexities, reduce conflict, and make decisions aligned with their values and future aspirations, with a particular focus on minimizing power imbalances and prioritizing children's well-being.Key Takeaways->Divorce is described as overwhelming and depressing, impacting every aspect of life.->Emotional challenges during divorce include identity crisis, chaos, and grounding oneself.->Patterns in high-conflict divorces involve power imbalances, coercion, and emotional manipulation.->Co-parenting after divorce requires prioritizing children's well-being and considering their emotional needs.->Parallel parenting minimizes conflict exposure for children by reducing interaction between parents.->Coercive control in divorce affects autonomy, financial control, and emotional abuse.->Divorce coaches offer support, guidance, and help individuals make clear decisions during the challenging Connect with Lyerly Spongberg:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyerly-spongberg-2968483/https://stepupwithlyerly.com/Connect with Katherine Miller:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kemiller1/https://miller-law.com/