My friend Martin from http://www.unityfitness.co.uk/ has worked with several people over the years who have experienced domestic abuse and turned to fitness as a way of helping them cope with the stress of it and looked to fitness to help Read more…
I was so overwhelmed by the recent poem that was sent to me by Clare. Clare has been writing poetry as a way of helping her process her experiences. Getting your words down on paper whether it’s through poetry or Read more…
Lovely Rhiannon Ford is a Divorce Coach based in Surrey, she used to be a Family Law Solicitor and now works to support those clients going through the difficult and often challenging divorce process. Here’s what she has to say Read more…
Sandra Marshall has kindly written this blog to share with you all. With 25 years experience as a family lawer and mediator, Sandra has lots of experience supporting couples who are separating and seemingly locked in conflict as they try Read more…
‘Successful mothers are not the ones that have never struggled – they are the ones that never give up despite the struggles’ – Sharon Jaynes Let’s face it when you have a child with an abusive and controlling ex, Mother’s Read more…
I am a great believer in love. When it’s honest, true and real, it is the best feeling in the world. However, if you don’t know the difference between love and control, you can find yourself in trouble. Here are Read more…
Evie was signposted to me by a fellow divorce coach after it became clear that Evie’s situation was very complex. Evie had separated from her husband after a long marriage and this had come as a complete shock. The children Read more…
Here’s another blog from me featured in The Group Hug wellbeing platform. https://www.thegrouphug.com/2021/01/26/legal-aid-evidence/ A solicitor’s letter is not the only option. Have a read if you think you may be entitled to Legal Aid. If you need further advice or Read more…
Tell people about your situation This can seem counter-intuitive, but the more people that know about your situation, the safer you are. The trick is to make sure it is the RIGHT people you share with – teachers, neighbours, trusted Read more…
I know from personal experience how difficult it can be to leave an abusive relationship – it took me 3 attempts (not bad considering the average number is 8). Leaving any relationship that you have invested time and energy into Read more…