Divorcing collaboratively instead of through litigation has huge emotional benefits. When couples litigate, there is typically more conflict, fear and aftereffects involved emotionally. One of the primary goals of the collaborative process is to build an amicable relationship that allows an easier transition out of the marriage and into a new life.

In addition, collaborative divorce enables families to stay relatively whole and encourages smoother co-parenting. Couples that achieve this generally experience less negative emotional impact, and everyone can build a new life in a more balanced manner.

When collaborative divorce is chosen by a couple, especially when a divorce coach is part of the process, the outcome is often more peaceful because the participants are equally able to have a say in the negotiations and a voice in the outcome.

This allows for greater empowerment and the ability to gain closure as both couples transition from the marriage to a new life in separate households. It also makes it much easier to maintain an intact family unit. And overall, there is a higher likelihood of manageable emotions and long-term contentment for all parties.

Ann Kreindler-Siegel, LCSW, MSW, MAEd, SEP, BCC, is a somatic experiencing psychotherapist and board-certified coach who specializes in collaborative divorce coaching and a member of Charlotte Collaborative Divorce Professionals. For more information, visit CharlotteCollaborativeDivorce.com.

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