Jennifer Donison on Redefining Divorce Support and Co-Parenting

In this episode of Founders Future, with host Zach Young, we’re joined by Jennifer Donison, founder and president of Break Forward Divorce Coach Institute, Vice President of the Divorce Coaches Action Group, and Director of My Children and Me Incorporated.Jennifer shares her deeply personal journey into divorce coaching—rooted in her own experience as a young mother navigating separation without guidance—and how that experience fueled a decade-long mission to support families through one of life’s most emotionally and financially challenging transitions. She explains why divorce coaching should often come before legal action, helping individuals gain clarity, regulate emotions, protect children, and dramatically reduce unnecessary legal costs.The conversation explores the evolving role of divorce coaches within alternative dispute resolution (ADR), the critical distinction between certification and true accreditation, and Jennifer’s work to professionalize the industry through structured training and accountability. Jennifer also breaks down how divorce coaches, mediators, and lawyers can work together ethically and effectively—each with clear boundaries—to create better outcomes for parents and children alike. At its core, this episode is a powerful discussion on resilience, informed decision-making, and putting children’s well-being at the center of divorce.