The Divorce Planner
by Alex Beattie | The Divorce Planner
The Divorce Planner Podcast is your essential guide to divorce preparation and navigating one of life's hardest transitions with clarity and confidence. Built around the four pillars of divorce preparation—emotional, financial, administrative, and practical—each episode gives you actionable strategies for gathering documents, understanding your finances, negotiating well, and reframing this transition as an opportunity to create your best next chapter. Host and divorce prep coach Alex Beattie talks with top attorneys, mediators, financial experts, therapists, and coaches, and shares her own coaching frameworks along the way. Whether you're thinking about divorce or already in the process, this podcast helps you become your own best advocate. Divorce is hard. Preparing for one doesn't have to be.
Episodes
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Should You Keep The House After Divorce? What You Need to know before you decide.
Keeping the house after divorce can feel non-negotiable. It can represent stability, roots, or proof that your entire life didn't fall apart. But fighting for an asset you can't actually afford on one income is one of the most expensive mistakes I see people make. And most of them don't realize…
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Navigating Divorce with ADHD with CDFA Whitney Light
Divorce is one of the most administratively demanding processes you'll ever navigate — deadlines, documents, financial disclosures, follow-up tasks. For someone with ADHD, it can feel completely paralyzing. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Whitney Light, a Certified Divorce Financial...
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When Your Child Refuses to See a Parent After Divorce, with Amy Armstrong
One of the most painful and confusing things that can happen after divorce is a child suddenly refusing to see one of their parents. It leaves the rejected parent feeling powerless and heartbroken, and it leaves the other parent unsure whether they're protecting their child or somehow making…
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Business Valuation in Divorce: What to Know When Your Spouse Owns a Business with Matt Springer
If your spouse owns a business, or holds complex assets like stock options, how to value and divide these assets is one of the most important and most challenging parts of divorce. Figuring out what those assets are actually worth can be tricky, and getting it wrong can cost you significantly. In...
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Financial Red Flags in Marriage That Become Landmines in Divorce with Jackie Combs
Financial abuse is more common than you think. Red flags can show up in how you're frozen out from account access, having to ask for spending money on basics like groceries and gas, and being told "you don't have to worry about that" when you ask any financial questions. These are all signs of a...
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Why Expecting Your Spouse to Change During Divorce Is Keeping You Stuck, And What to Do Instead
The most damaging mistake I see people make during divorce isn't a legal or financial one. It's expecting their spouse to suddenly behave differently than they always have. And every time they don't, the shock and fury pulls you back into the same loop — one that can outlast your marriage by...
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Divorce Grief and Shame: How to Move Through the Pain with Kim Polinder
Divorce brings up two of the hardest emotions to talk about: grief and shame. Grief for the life you thought you'd have, the future you planned together, and the identity you're losing. And shame because even though divorce is common, there's still a stigma attached to it that can make you feel...
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Navigating Divorce as a Mom: Self-Care, Boundaries & Building Your New Life with Leah Marie Mazur
Divorce brings up a tsunami of emotions, and as a mom, you're not just navigating your own feelings, you're holding space for your children's too. Carving out time for yourself can feel impossible. Or worse, it can feel selfish. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Leah Marie Mazur, an...
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Divorcing a Narcissist: What You Need to Know with Narc Recovery Specialist Allison Adamovic
If you're divorcing a narcissist—or think you might be—this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Allison Adamovic, a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) and narcissistic abuse recovery specialist, for an expert conversation about how to recognize...
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Quiet Quitting Your Marriage: How To Take Control And Move Forward with Betsy Pake
If you've been emotionally checked out of your marriage for months or even years but haven't actually left, you're not alone. You might be what The Cut called "quiet quitting your marriage" or what I call being in "the slow fade"—still in the house, still married on paper, but emotionally you…
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SUMMER SERIES: Reframing Divorce: From an Ending to Your Best Next Chapter
Here's something nobody tells you when you're in the middle of divorce: this is actually one of the most powerful opportunities of your life. Because for most people, this is the first time in years, maybe ever, they can stop and figure out who they actually are, what they actually want, and what...
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SUMMER SERIES: 4 Weeks to Divorce Ready: Your Complete Preparation Roadmap
Most people file for divorce without doing any of the preparation that would have saved them thousands of dollars and months of stress. Not because they didn't have time, but because nobody told them what to do first. And then they regret it for years. This episode is the roadmap. In it, I walk…
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SUMMER SERIES: How to Tell Your Spouse You Want a Divorce: What to Say, When & What Happens After
Telling your spouse you want a divorce might be one of the hardest conversations you'll ever have. And the way you handle it can set the tone for everything that comes after, like: your divorce process, your co-parenting relationship, your ability to move forward with compassion and dignity. In...
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SUMMER SERIES: The Slow Fade: What's Really Happening When You've Emotionally Checked Out Of Your Marriage
If you've been quietly going through the motions of your marriage, you're physically there but emotionally somewhere else, you're in what I call the slow fade. You've probably seen the phrase "quiet quitting your marriage" floating around. What I see with clients who are in this position is a...
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Season 1 Finale: What's Next & Your Summer Invitation
We made it! Season 1 finale of The Divorce Planner Podcast. Over Season 1, we've covered everything from when to meet with an attorney to how to find hidden assets, from creating bulletproof parenting plans to healing from grief and shame. Today I'm reflecting on what we've learned together,...
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Don't Do Divorce Alone: Building Your Support Community with Hilary & Bethany of Sincerely, Divorced
If you're going through divorce and feeling isolated and alone, this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Hillary Livingston Giddings and Bethany M. Pace, the powerhouse duo behind Sincerely, Divorced, for an uplifting conversation about why community is...
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High-Net-Worth Divorce: What Is a Financial Litigator & When Do You Need One with Lisa Zeiderman
If you're navigating a high-net-worth divorce, dealing with complex assets like stock options or business valuations, or suspect your spouse isn't being transparent about finances, this episode is for you. I sat down with Lisa Zeiderman, divorce financial litigator and managing partner at Miller...
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Dear Future Self: The Exercise That Will Change How You Navigate Divorce
Here's something nobody tells you about divorce: the entire process is designed to pull you backward. Every negotiation is about what happened—who earned what, who did what wrong. You spend months, sometimes years, staring into the rearview mirror. And then suddenly it's over, and you're standing...
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Hidden Assets in Divorce: How to Find Hidden Money with Forensic Accountant Jennica Moore
If you suspect your spouse might be hiding money during divorce—or you're in a situation where they control all the finances—this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Jennica Moore, a forensic accountant with over 10 years of specialized experience in fraud...
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The 5-5-5 Rule: Your Divorce Decision-Making Framework
If you're stuck in decision paralysis, overwhelmed by every choice you need to make during divorce, this episode is for you. Today I'm sharing one of my signature coaching frameworks: the 5-5-5 Rule. When you're contemplating divorce or in the middle of one, every decision feels enormous. Should...
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How Much Will Your Divorce Cost? Insights from attorney Dennis Vetrano Jr.
If you've been wondering what divorce actually costs—and getting frustrated with vague "it depends" answers—this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I welcome back Dennis R. Vetrano Jr., a New York-based family law attorney and mediator, for a straightforward conversation about...
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Co-Parenting with a Toxic Ex: Boundaries & Survival Strategies for Single Moms with Leah Marie Mazur
If you're struggling to co-parent with a toxic or high-conflict ex, you're not alone—and you're not crazy for finding it exhausting. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Leah Marie Mazur, a certified divorce recovery coach and founder of Mindfully Ready, for a practical conversation about...
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Divorce for Dads: Custody, Child Support & Parenting Rights with Attorney Bill Farias
If you're a dad navigating divorce, you know the challenges are different than what most people talk about. How do you advocate for equal parenting time when the system feels stacked against fathers? What happens to your finances when you're the breadwinner? How do you create a parenting plan…
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Rewire Your Brain During & After Divorce: The Neuroscience of Healing and Moving On with Dr. Nicole A. Tetreault
If you're experiencing brain fog, replaying painful conversations on an endless loop, or feeling like you can't think straight during your divorce, you're not imagining it—there's actual neuroscience behind what you're experiencing. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Dr. Nicole A.…
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Stay-at-Home Mom Divorce Guide: Legal & Financial Tips from Family Law Attorney Sharie Reyes Albers
If you're a stay-at-home mom considering divorce and worried about your financial future, this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Sharie Reyes Albers, a family law attorney from Virginia Family Law Center, for a crucial conversation about protecting your...
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Creating a Bulletproof Parenting Plan During Divorce: Insights from Family Law Attorney Morgan Given
Creating a parenting plan during divorce can feel overwhelming. You're trying to predict the future, protect your kids, and navigate legal requirements all while dealing with your own emotions about the end of your marriage. How do you create a plan comprehensive enough to anticipate challenges...
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How to Tell Your Spouse You Want a Divorce: Conversation Scripts & Expert Tips with Kim Polinder
If you're facing one of the hardest conversations you'll ever have—telling your spouse you want a divorce—this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Kim Polinder, a relationship coach, for essential guidance on how to have this life-changing conversation with...
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CDLP 101: What Is a Certified Divorce Lending Professional with Tami Wollensak
If you're navigating divorce and wondering what happens to your home or how you'll qualify for a mortgage on your own, this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Tami Wollensak, a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP), for an essential conversation...
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CDFA 101: What Is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst with Josephti Cruz
If you're navigating divorce and worried about protecting your financial future, you need to know about one of the most valuable professionals most people have never heard of: a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA). In today's episode, I'm sitting down with CDFA Josephti Cruz for a crucial...
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Helping Kids Transition Between Two Homes: Expert Tips from Fiona Kong
If you're worried about how your children will handle going back and forth between two homes during or after divorce, this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Fiona Kong, creator of the Home Sweet Homes Journal, for a practical conversation about making...
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When Should You Meet With A Divorce Attorney? Insights From Attorney Dennis Vetrano Jr
If you're at a point in your marriage where you're wondering when the right time is to meet with a divorce attorney, the answer is simple: now. If you're asking the question, you're already contemplating change—and this is your cue to start educating yourself about the road ahead. In today's...
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Creating a Parenting Plan During Divorce: Expert Tips from Coach Samantha Boss
If you're navigating divorce with children, creating an effective parenting plan might be the most important document you'll ever write. But how do you create a plan that actually works in real life—especially if you're dealing with a high-conflict co-parent? In today's episode, I'm sitting down...
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Should I Stay or Go? How to Decide If Divorce Is Right for You with Betsy Pake
If you're stuck in the painful cycle of not knowing whether to stay in your marriage or leave, this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Betsy Pake, a midlife change expert and host of "The Art of Living Big" podcast, for a transformative conversation about...
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Estate Planning During Divorce: What You Must Update with Attorney Mindy Stern
In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Mindy Stern, an estate planning attorney, for a crucial conversation about protecting your financial future when everything in your life is changing. Mindy breaks down why divorce is a significant end that requires a fresh look at your entire universe of...
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How to Stay Healthy During Divorce: Self-Care Tips from Wellness Expert Jenny Jiles
If you're feeling completely drained and struggling to take care of yourself during divorce, this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Jenny Jiles, a nutritionist and holistic wellness expert, for a practical conversation about maintaining your health when...
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Divorce After 50: Attorney Jorin Rubin Reveals Social Security Benefits & Retirement Strategies
If you're considering divorce after 50 and feeling overwhelmed about your financial future, this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Jorin Rubin, a Michigan-based family law attorney, for an essential conversation about navigating "gray divorce"—the...
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How to Find Your Authentic Self After Divorce with Empowerment Coach Ana del Castillo
If you're struggling to find your authentic voice and inner strength during divorce, this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Ana del Castillo, an empowerment and "rightness" coach, for an inspiring conversation about navigating divorce while staying…
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Collaborative Divorce vs Traditional Divorce: What You Need to Know with Attorney Renee E. Turner
If you're considering divorce but the thought of a long, drawn out court battle scares you, this episode is going to be a game-changer for you. I'm sitting down with Renee E. Turner, a family law attorney and collaborative divorce expert, who's here to break down an approach that could save you...
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How to Heal Emotionally After Divorce: 5 Strategies to Reclaim Your Power With Guest Joanna Nisioti
If you're struggling with emotional healing during or after divorce, this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Joanna Nisioti, a divorce recovery coach, for a powerful conversation about reclaiming your strength when divorce leaves you feeling completely...
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What You Need To Know BEFORE You File For Divorce with Sharie Reyes Albers, Family Law Attorney
Hey there! In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Sharie Reyes Albers, a seasoned family law attorney from Virginia Family Law Center, for an incredibly valuable conversation about what you can really expect from the divorce process. If you're feeling overwhelmed about the legal side of…
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The Divorce Planner Podcast: Your Guide to Divorce Preparation | Trailer
If you're considering divorce or your spouse just brought it up, you're probably feeling overwhelmed. There's a crucial step most people miss between identifying divorce as a possibility and meeting with an attorney: preparation. I'm Alex Beattie, a divorce prep coach who helps people navigate...
About this show
The Divorce Planner Podcast is your essential guide to divorce preparation and navigating one of life's hardest transitions with clarity and confidence. Built around the four pillars of divorce preparation—emotional, financial, administrative, and practical—each episode gives you actionable strategies for gathering documents, understanding your finances, negotiating well, and reframing this transition as an opportunity to create your best next chapter. Host and divorce prep coach Alex Beattie talks with top attorneys, mediators, financial experts, therapists, and coaches, and shares her own coaching frameworks along the way.
Whether you're thinking about divorce or already in the process, this podcast helps you become your own best advocate.
Divorce is hard. Preparing for one doesn't have to be.
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Alex Beattie | The Divorce Planner
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