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Nov 10, 2020
[featured-video-plus] Interview with Amy Siock Paynton, executive director of the Alpha Resource center. Interviewer: It’s only November, however, let’s be honest. The Holiday decorations are already out inthe stores, and the Season is here! Let’s also acknowledge that Corona had … Read More
Oct 12, 2020
“When and how do I know my child needs to meet with a counselor after parental separation and divorce?” While the answer depends on the circumstances, parents may find it helpful to consider the following: All people, children and adults, … Read More
Sep 18, 2020
Watch this great conversation about how and when to introduce a new romantic partner to your kids with Amy Siock, executive director at the Alpha Resource Center and Barbara Mainhart, Outreach Coordinator with transcript below. BARBARA: I know when we … Read More
Jul 30, 2020
Getting punched with the news. You have an infant in your arms. Your two nursery schoolers are competing for the leftover space on your hips. You all move towards your door ringing at an awkward 6:23 am. Taking in the … Read More
Apr 08, 2019
Some divorces are so amicable that the couple remains friendly, even with each other’s new spouses. Other couples are so hostile that they never speak to each other again. A lot of factors influence the fallout from a divorce. Regardless … Read More
Nov 30, 2018
The holiday season is here! For most people, this is the happiest Christmas Candles & Baublestime of the year. For those beginning or completing a separation or divorce, they may be dreading the holidays. Whether you are spending Christmas in … Read More
Nov 30, 2018
Create a Conflict-Free Zone The holidays can be extremely stressful time of year for many people, and this is especially true for many children and parents in a divorce situation. Divorced parents have an added challenge in maintaining their grace … Read More
May 08, 2018
Being determined Parenting a child with a disability is exhausting, overwhelming, and rewarding all at the same time. A parent’s love and guidance help that son or daughter overcome many obstacles and do what doctors, teachers and other helping professional … Read More
May 04, 2018
More Free Time for Children – A Co-Parenting Challenge Summer schedules are challenging for two household families. During the school year, there is an agreed on schedule. They know which nights the children will sleep on school nights, how shared … Read More
Mar 15, 2018
Forgiveness is your choice. Forgiveness is all about healing your pain. Forgiveness is not something you are doing for the other person. Forgiveness is your path to emotional freedom from resentment. In Janis Abrahms Spring’s book How Can I Forgive … Read More