Tips for Creating Your Divorce Team - Keri Gwynne and Ryan Finley

In this episode, Mardi Winder sits down with Keri Gwynne and Ryan Finley to talk about how divorce is about so much more than just legal paperwork; it’s a mix of emotional, practical, and financial challenges. Keri Gwynne shares about her own tough journey through an abusive marriage and a long, costly divorce. Her experience led her to start her own business, offering real support and coaching to others facing similar struggles. Ryan Finley shares how his background in finance and mediation showed him the power of bringing clarity and peace of mind during what can feel like total chaos.The conversation moves on to the importance of being prepared for mediation, which is how most people actually resolve their divorces. They break down what it’s really like and how coming in with your paperwork, along with some comforting music or photos, can make it less scary. Having a team, whether it's a coach, financial expert, or mediator, really helps not just with the numbers but with feeling steady through it all.They also discuss co-parenting, reminding everyone that the decisions you make now affect your family for a long time, even on big days like graduations or weddings. The bottom line is, although divorce can feel overwhelming, it’s not the end of the story. With the right support, you can get through it and end up in a better place. This episode brings a lot of reassurance and some practical tips for anyone in the thick of it.Streamed on www.NEWStreamingNetwork.comConnect with Mardi:Email: [email protected]: divorcecoach4women.comAbout our GuestsKeri Gwynne is a Certified Divorce Coach and CEO of Starting Point by Freedom, a comprehensive divorce service offering coaching, mediation, and family-focused guidance. With certifications in both High Conflict and Transitional Divorce, she has helped guide more than 550 families across the nation through the divorce process with clarity and confidence. Through her own lived experience as a high-conflict divorce survivor, Keri blends empathy, compassion, and resilience with deep professional expertise to help individuals rebuild and reclaim their lives after divorce. Ryan Finley is the Founder of Freedom Financial Services Group, a divorce finance advisory firm helping families, attorneys, and courts navigate the financial complexities of divorce. With more than twenty years of executive leadership in finance and forensic accounting, Ryan has guided hundreds of families nationwide toward financial clarity and confidence. As a CPA, CDFA, CVA, and court-approved mediator, Ryan brings both technical precision and empathy to the table—bridging the gap between financial analysis and human understanding. His ability to simplify complex financial issues and foster productive dialogue makes him a trusted resource for attorneys and clients alike.To connect with Keri and Ryan: Website: https://www.startingpointfreedom.com/ Website: https://www.freedomfsg.com/