EPISODE · Feb 27, 2024 · 40 MIN
Navigating Substance Abuse, Addiction, and Divorce
from A Year and a Day: Divorce Without Destruction · host Jaime Davis
In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Cohen, known as The Divorce Doctor, shares her expertise on navigating divorce when substance abuse is a factor. Uncover the unique challenges and crucial insights when divorcing someone with substance use issues. Dr. Cohen combines clinical psychology knowledge with personal experience, offering a compelling guide for those facing a divorce involving a spouse struggling with addiction. Dr. Cohen shares stories from her own divorce, cognitive behavioral techniques that can help cope with the emotional toll of divorce, and navigating the complexities of co-parenting when substance abuse is a factor. If you're dealing with a challenging divorce or supporting someone through it, this episode provides practical advice and empowering perspectives. If you or someone you know is struggling with similar issues, we encourage you to seek support from mental health professionals or relevant resources, such as Al-Anon.Need help from Elizabeth? Contact her by visiting www.drelizabethcohen.com.If you are in need of legal assistance in North Carolina, contact us at Gailor Hunt by visiting www.divorceistough.com.Like this show? Rate it here!
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In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Cohen, known as The Divorce Doctor, shares her expertise on navigating divorce when substance abuse is a factor. Uncover the unique challenges and crucial insights when divorcing someone with substance use issues. Dr. Cohen combines clinical psychology knowledge with personal experience, offering a compelling guide for those facing a divorce involving a spouse struggling with addiction. Dr. Cohen shares stories from her own divorce, cognitive behavioral techniques that can help cope with the emotional toll of divorce, and navigating the complexities of co-parenting when substance abuse is a factor. If you're dealing with a challenging divorce or supporting someone through it, this episode provides practical advice and empowering perspectives. If you or someone you know is struggling with similar issues, we encourage you to seek support from mental health professionals or relevant resources, such as Al-Anon.Need help from Elizabeth? Contact her by visiting www.drelizabethcohen.com.If you are in need of legal assistance in North Carolina, contact us at Gailor Hunt by visiting www.divorceistough.com.Like this show? Rate it here!
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