Divorce During the Holidays: How to Survive the Season Without Falling Apart with Divorce Coach and Psychotherapist Stephanie DiLorio

The holidays have a way of illuminating the quiet corners of divorce—the empty seats at the table, the sudden stillness of a home, the grief that sweeps in when traditions no longer fit in the same way. In this deeply empathetic episode of Divorce Happens, host Olivia Howell sits down with psychotherapist and divorce coach Stephanie DiLorio to explore what it really feels like to move through divorce during the holiday season. Stephanie, who has both lived this experience and professionally guided countless clients through it, offers a grounded and compassionate roadmap for anyone facing this emotionally charged time of year.Drawing from her work helping individuals rebuild after divorce, Stephanie shares strategies for reframing holiday expectations, navigating co-parenting schedules, and finding meaning in new traditions. With the gentle clarity of someone who understands both the clinical and the human side of divorce recovery, she speaks about acknowledging sadness, releasing the anger around custody schedules, and choosing small moments of comfort that bring stability during upheaval. Her client stories—like the simple ritual of warm cider simmering on the stove—remind us that even in seasons of loss, connection and joy can still emerge.At the heart of the conversation is the message that acceptance opens the door to possibility. Listeners will walk away with practical tools for managing holiday stress, mindset shifts to reduce emotional overwhelm, and the reminder that children remember love, not dates on a calendar. Whether you’re spending the holidays alone for the first time, restructuring traditions, or learning how to co-parent with clarity, this episode offers hope, validation, and the quiet reassurance that new beginnings—like the holiday season itself—come around again.Learn more about Stephanie DiLorio: https://www.freshstartsregistry.com/resourceguide/reimagining-divorceCheck out the Holiday Support Series: https://www.reimaginingdivorce.com/events🔗 Check out Fresh Starts Registry:The first & only divorce registry + support platform ➡ https://www.freshstartsregistry.com/📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshstartsregistry/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreshStartsRegistry🎙 Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/divorcehappenspod/📬 Magazine: https://divorceguidemagazine.com/