How divorce coaching works

No matter where you are on your divorce journey, you’ve arrived at the right place.

Divorce is personal, it's emotional, and the stakes are incredibly high. I provide the dedicated support and strategic guidance you need to emerge from this process with your assets, dignity, and peace of mind intact.

Here’s how we begin: we'll start with a private consultation where you can share your story in a confidential setting. This isn't just another meeting with an advisor. It's an opportunity to be heard and to begin developing your strategic path forward.

What is a divorce coach?

Divorce coaching is a specialized form of professional coaching that helps you navigate the emotional, practical, and legal aspects of divorce. Unlike therapy, which often focuses on healing past trauma, divorce coaching is future-focused and action-oriented. As your coach, I help you develop strategies, set goals, and make informed decisions during this critical life transition.

Think of your divorce team like this: Your attorney is your legal expert who handles court filings, negotiations, and legal strategy. They charge for every minute, every email, and every phone call – as they should, because their legal expertise is valuable. As your Certified Divorce Coach, I help you make the most of that expensive legal time.

Areas I work with you on

  • Strategic decision-making

  • Help managing conflict

  • Improving communication

  • Co-parenting plans

  • Personal well-being

“Having Sam in my corner as my divorce coach made a huge difference! Her calm and compassionate approach offset the chaos of the other ‘players’ in my high conflict divorce and enabled me to find my voice and make informed decisions during the most stressful time of my life! Her support, guidance and extraordinary empathy has been invaluable.”

F.J., Vancouver, Canada

A valuable part of your team

The real value of divorce coaching

When you're dealing with a divorce, the cost of poor decisions can be enormous. Our work together helps you:

* Stay strategic rather than reactive

* Make decisions that protect your long-term interests

* Avoid expensive emotional decisions

* Show up as your best self during personal turmoil

* Preserve important relationships and social connections

FAQ

  • Divorce coaching provides strategic and emotional support throughout your high-conflict divorce process. Benefits include:

    • Clear decision-making during emotional turmoil

    • Effective communication strategies for dealing with a difficult ex

    • Prioritization of your needs and goals

    • Preparation for mediation and court appearances

    • Reduced stress and anxiety

    • Cost-effective preparation for legal meetings

    • A confidential space to process emotions and develop coping strategies

    • Support for co-parenting arrangements that prioritize your children’s best interests

  • My coaching services are customized to meet your needs. I offer structured packages as well as hourly consultation options.  Investment typically ranges from $500 – $1000 per month depending on your specific situation and level of support needed.  I’m happy to discuss your circumstances during a complimentary discovery call.

  • Actually, divorce coaching typically saves you money in the long run. By helping you prepare efficiently for legal meetings, clarifying your priorities, and managing emotional reactions, you'll spend less billable time with your attorney (who typically charges significantly higher hourly rates). Clients report that coaching helps them make more strategic decisions, avoid costly emotional mistakes, and focus their legal spending on what truly matters.

  • Absolutely. Post-divorce coaching provides valuable support for:

    • Navigating ongoing co-parenting challenges

    • Rebuilding your life and identity

    • Managing continued high-conflict interactions with your ex

    • Creating healthy boundaries

    • Processing lingering emotional issues

    • Building skills for future relationships

  • While there may be some overlap, the primary differences are:

    Therapists typically:

    • Focus on healing past trauma and psychological issues

    • Explore childhood patterns and deeper emotional work

    • Diagnose and treat mental health conditions

    • Often bill insurance

    As your divorce coach, I:

    • Focus specifically on divorce-related challenges

    • Provide practical, action-oriented strategies

    • Help you navigate the legal process efficiently

    • Offer specialized knowledge of divorce dynamics

    • Work alongside your legal team toward specific outcomes

    Many clients benefit from having both a therapist and a divorce coach during this challenging time.

  • No, I cannot provide legal advice. As your divorce coach, I help you understand the legal process, prepare effectively for meetings with your attorney, and develop strategies for working with your legal team. I'll help you identify important questions to ask your lawyer and organize information to make your legal consultations more productive and cost-effective.

  • Yes, with your written permission, I can communicate directly with your attorney. This collaborative approach ensures that your entire team is aligned with your goals and working efficiently. Many attorneys appreciate working with a divorce coach as it helps their clients stay focused and prepared, making the legal process more streamlined.

  • Absolutely. I maintain relationships with highly skilled divorce professionals. I can provide referrals to attorneys, financial advisors, forensic accountants, child specialists, and other professionals based on your specific needs. Building the right team is crucial for protecting your interests and achieving the best possible outcome in your situation.

  • I am unable to offer a sliding scale.  I am able, via referral, to offer one  pro bono package a year.  Please get in touch to learn more: sam@samanthagarden.com

  • I am currently taking new clients and at times do have a waitlist, which is by referral.