How to Tell Your Kids About Your Upcoming Divorce or Separation

Once you are certain that you and your spouse will be separating or divorcing, it is critical to think about how, and when, to talk to your children.  Children may remember this conversation very vividly, and these guidelines will help you prepare yourselves to...

Divorce as Temporary “Diminished Capacity”

You don’t need to be a lawyer or a psychologist to know that going through a divorce is one of life’s roughest passages. It can cause a myriad of emotional responses that can at times feel overwhelming and limit your ability to think clearly or make good choices....

Facing a Divorce in the New Year?

Family Law specialists and therapists will often see a surge in separation and divorce consultations in January. There are probably two common reasons for this: First, many couples decide to “tough it out” through the holidays, even if the decision to separate has...

Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging Mission Statement

Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging Mission Statement Collaborative Practice Golden Gate (CPGG) values and prioritizes diversity of experience, identities, ideas, and cultures. The mission of the CPGG Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Committee,...

How Will Nesting Help Your Kids and You?

What story do you want your kids to share about your divorce when they are grown? The decisions and actions you take now, shape their future narratives. Nesting offers your children the chance to create a story of a healthy and amicable separation or divorce.