<\/span><\/h2>\nYou\u2019re definitely going to experience myriad emotions when you divorce, but there\u2019s no rule saying those emotions have to be overwhelmingly negative. In fact, some couples enter into divorce amicably; their only concerns are about how to split assets and co-parent effectively.<\/p>\n
Even if you and your spouse have gone through some of the more serious issues that come up in marriage, such as cheating and dishonesty, collaborative divorce can provide options for how to rebuild your communication skills so you can heal enough to move into this next stage. This happens because of the structure of a collaborative divorce, which includes not only the attorneys but also a mental health counselor, and sometimes an additional communication coach. The team fits the needs of the family.<\/p>\n
\u201cOne of the best benefits of going through the collaborative divorce process was receiving support. I\u2019d had other friends divorce, and they were mostly bitter and resentful. I understand that not everyone wins in a divorce situation, but the process we experienced allowed my family and me to feel much better about the whole idea of divorce.\u201d \u2014John, age 50, father of three<\/em><\/p>\nWhen each member of the family is provided access to emotional support throughout the transition, they will flourish. They learn how to manage the feelings they have and work through the negatives while focusing on the positives.<\/p>\n