Linda’s goal is to help clients focus, remain calm and maintain their personal integrity, thus reducing some of the anxiety associated with the legal process and the stress of divorce. As a Divorce Coach, Linda:

• helps men and women set realistic expectations for the process

• educates them about their options: Litigation, Mediation and Collaborative Divorce.

• guides clients in realizing their goals and creating action plans to achieve those goals

• teaches clients effective, non-adversarial communication skills

• assists clients with prioritizing tasks, when the “work” of divorce becomes overwhelming.

• prepares clients for consultations with Attorneys, GAL’s and Custody Evaluators

• assists parents with creating Joint Parenting Agreements (keeping the best interest of the children as the focus) so they are able to co-parent effectively and co-operatively post-divorce.

• offers resources and referrals for other professionals

• International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
• Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois
• American Counseling Association
• Illinois Counseling Association
• American Association of University Women
• Engaging Speakers Network