Navigating custody agreements during divorce can be overwhelming, but understanding the basics can make the process less daunting. In this episode of Divorce Happens, host Olivia Howell sits down with Jolee Vacchi, Esq., the founder of Foundations Family & Mediation Center, to break down the legal complexities of custody.

Navigating divorce is complex, but when you're a parent of a child with special needs, it becomes even more overwhelming and intricate. In this episode, Olivia sits down with Angela O’Brien, a professional organizer, Enneagram coach, and special needs advocate, to discuss the unique challenges of divorce for families with special needs children.

In this episode, Olivia sits down with Tina Tzortzis, a seasoned real estate professional specializing in helping individuals navigate the sale of their homes during a divorce. Tina shares the key steps to take before selling, how to work with both spouses fairly, and why it's crucial to have a neutral, supportive professional guiding the process.

Olivia sits down with Jenn Johnson, a multi-talented expert who blends yoga, hypnosis, neurolinguistic programming, trauma work, and marketing to help people step into the best version of themselves. Jenn shares how to approach life after divorce through a marketing and branding lens, using practical exercises to rediscover your strengths, passions, and personal style.

Olivia sits down with Chelsea Kim Long, a Fresh Starts Expert who helps people reconnect with their spirituality, intuition, and inner peace during and after major life transitions. Chelsea shares why it’s especially important for women to tap back into their spiritual side post-divorce and how doing so can bring clarity, confidence, and healing.

Becoming a new mom is a huge life transition—but what happens when it coincides with divorce? In this episode, Olivia sits down with Alexandria Phillips, a perinatal mental health expert and therapist, to talk about the unique challenges of navigating divorce during pregnancy and postpartum.

Olivia Howell sits down with Alex Plante, a yoga teacher, librarian, and self-proclaimed "good friend to all," to explore the profound connection between yoga and healing post-divorce. Alex shares how movement, breathwork, and somatic practices help release stored emotions, reduce stress, and create space for fresh starts.

Olivia Howell sits down with Fresh Starts expert Nicole to discuss how travel can transform life post-divorce. Nicole is the founder of Copilots for Coparents. Nicole shares why traveling solo or with your kids is an opportunity for self-discovery, joy, and creating lasting memories.

Olivia Howell and Arissan Nicole dive into how to re-enter the workforce after divorce, update your resume with confidence, and leverage your existing skills (even if you haven’t had a traditional job in years!). They discuss the emotional and financial impact of job searching, how to avoid feeling overwhelmed, and why taking small, strategic steps is key to success.

Olivia Howell sits down with Lauren DeGolia, a mindset expert and Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) practitioner, to talk about how to shift your thinking and embrace the next phase of your life with clarity and purpose.

Thinking about divorce but unsure where to start? In this episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell sits down with divorce coach, mediator, and former family law attorney Allison McFadden to discuss the first steps in the divorce process and how to approach this major life change with clarity and confidence.

Divorce is challenging enough—but what happens when you have to continue living with your ex while figuring out your next steps? In this episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell sits down with divorce-specialized realtor Holly Martins to tackle the complexities of selling a marital home, setting boundaries while living together, and making the transition as smooth as possible.

Olivia Howell sits down with Bonnie Scott, a licensed professional counselor, to talk about the unique challenges that moms face while going through a divorce. Bonnie shares expert insights on how to manage emotional stress, support your kids, and build a strong support system during this major life transition.

Olivia Howell sits down with mind-body connection consultant and clinician, Robyn Gaillard, to explore the profound emotional and physical impact of divorce. Robyn shares how stress from separation isn't just a passing phase—it’s a chronic adjustment that requires patience, self-awareness, and intentional healing.

Olivia Howell sits down with professional organizer Lindsey Mahanna to discuss strategies for managing two homes after divorce. From setting up a color-coded calendar system to organizing essential items for seamless transitions, Lindsey shares practical tips to help co-parents and kids feel more grounded and less overwhelmed.

In this episode of Divorce Happens, host Olivia Howell sits down with Janice Holland, a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma and life transitions. Together, they discuss the emotional toll of divorce, the importance of self-care, and how grieving the loss of a "future picture" is a necessary step toward healing.

In this insightful episode of Divorce Happens, host Olivia Howell is joined by Dr. Erica Miller, a clinical psychologist and pediatric neuropsychologist, to tackle one of the most challenging aspects of divorce: how to talk to your kids about it.

In this episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell is joined by Lorraine Connell, a teen leadership coach, to dive into the often overlooked challenges teens face during a divorce. Lorraine shares valuable insights on how parents and caregivers can best support their teens through this difficult transition.

In this episode of Divorce Happens, host Olivia Howell sits down with Christina Granahan, an Enneagram coach and Fresh Starts expert, to explore how the Enneagram can help individuals rediscover their true selves during and after divorce.

In this episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell welcomes Pia Leichter, a creative coach who works with unconventional dreamers and visionary rebels to bring their ideas to life. Pia shares the transformative lessons she learned from her divorce, starting with the importance of staying true to yourself and not shapeshifting to please others.