Episodes

Children of divorce can learn love, compassion, responsibility, accountability, forgiveness, boundaries, kindness, and consideration for others. Counseling is not an automatic panacea but keep at it and persist. There may be lapses. One person can not fix a marriage; it takes two. If you reach a point of no hope then that is the breaking point. Physical and expressive outlets are positive. During tango for example, partners need to lean on each other. Marriage is analogous to tango dance. Act...

Children of divorce can learn love, compassion, responsibility, accountability, forgiveness, boundaries, kindness, and consideration for others. Counseling is not an automatic panacea but keep at it and persist. There may be lapses. One person can not fix a marriage; it takes two. If you reach a point of no hope then that is the breaking point. Physical and expressive outlets are positive. During tango for example, partners need to lean on each other. Marriage is analogous to tango dance. Act...

Join Kindra and Mick as they talk with Dawn Rishard on how to love yourself after divorce and be worthy of love again. How do you normalize relationship struggles? How do you redefine your life without your partner in it? How do you manage through the grief? Dawn answers all that and more! Dawn has 2 decades as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems. She empowers people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. She helps unlock Self Love, ...

Join Kindra and Mick as they talk with Dawn Rishard on how to love yourself after divorce and be worthy of love again. How do you normalize relationship struggles? How do you redefine your life without your partner in it? How do you manage through the grief? Dawn answers all that and more! Dawn has 2 decades as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Systems. She empowers people to release the past, open their hearts, and receive the love they desire. She helps unlock Self Love, ...

Share in a few minutes with Mick and Kindra as they reflect on how Leanne is not only helping women and men in a divorce, but she counsels them worldwide from Dubai, India, Pakistan, Australia and the Americas. In addition, we talk about how you can start to heal yourself after a divorce. Most men but not exclusively so, are harmed by divorce. Divorce and custody is an international and growing problem. There are cultural differences based on a nation's legal system and what part of the world ...

Share in a few minutes with Mick and Kindra as they reflect on how Leanne is not only helping women and men in a divorce, but she counsels them worldwide from Dubai, India, Pakistan, Australia and the Americas. In addition, we talk about how you can start to heal yourself after a divorce. Most men but not exclusively so, are harmed by divorce. Divorce and custody is an international and growing problem. There are cultural differences based on a nation's legal system and what part of the world ...

Join Kindra and Mick as they dig deep into a conversation with Leanne Kanzler as they talk divorce disasters and how to heal. Psychologist, Coach, TEDx Speaker, #1 Best Selling Author Life has not always been as clear as it is now. In fact at the time my marriage of 17 years fell apart I really didn’t know what was in store for me. Today, 10 years since those days of anxiety, depression and fighting, my ex and I are both in a much better place. Now, I regularly work with others who have been ...

Join Kindra and Mick as they dig deep into a conversation with Leanne Kanzler as they talk divorce disasters and how to heal. Psychologist, Coach, TEDx Speaker, #1 Best Selling Author Life has not always been as clear as it is now. In fact at the time my marriage of 17 years fell apart I really didn’t know what was in store for me. Today, 10 years since those days of anxiety, depression and fighting, my ex and I are both in a much better place. Now, I regularly work with others who have been ...

Kindra Riber and Mick Smith talk divorce, custody and family trauma today on The Aftermath Podcast. Answered audience questions: Although divorced, people can change and improve their behavior. As defined, Parental Alienation Syndrome ( PAS) entails an intentional process directed against the other parent. The medical community has been against defining PAS as a syndrome. Some experts though are advocating PAS in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM). Since the custody process is broke...

Kindra Riber and Mick Smith talk divorce, custody and family trauma today on The Aftermath Podcast. Answered audience questions: Although divorced, people can change and improve their behavior. As defined, Parental Alienation Syndrome ( PAS) entails an intentional process directed against the other parent. The medical community has been against defining PAS as a syndrome. Some experts though are advocating PAS in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM). Since the custody process is broke...

Divorce, parental alienation, and family conflict are something you cannot do alone. Kindra and Mick join expert Dr. Finneran as she answers questions about parental alienation and divorce. Today-make the commitment to stop the journey of family trauma and relationship issues alone. Kindra Riber and Mick Smith welcome Dr. Finneran back to the studio and talk more about the mental toll divorce and trauma take on us. With a Ph.D. in Conflict Resolution/Dispute Analysis from Nova Southeastern Uni...

Divorce, parental alienation, and family conflict are something you cannot do alone. Kindra and Mick join expert Dr. Finneran as she answers questions about parental alienation and divorce. Today-make the commitment to stop the journey of family trauma and relationship issues alone. Kindra Riber and Mick Smith welcome Dr. Finneran back to the studio and talk more about the mental toll divorce and trauma take on us. With a Ph.D. in Conflict Resolution/Dispute Analysis from Nova Southeastern Uni...

Childhood can be marred by divorce as JC's was; so what can be done? 1. An interesting quote was revealed: "messed up but now blessed up." 2. JC advises an integrated life, even if you have a good career, prioritize your family. 3. If needed, seek a mental health professional. 4. A professional can assist in discovering a key time, what JC described as a "snap" moment which was the basis of his trauma during his parent's divorce. 5. Look for a ladder out of difficulties realizing it is not ...

Childhood can be marred by divorce as JC's was; so what can be done? 1. An interesting quote was revealed: "messed up but now blessed up." 2. JC advises an integrated life, even if you have a good career, prioritize your family. 3. If needed, seek a mental health professional. 4. A professional can assist in discovering a key time, what JC described as a "snap" moment which was the basis of his trauma during his parent's divorce. 5. Look for a ladder out of difficulties realizing it is not ...

In this episode, we talk about conquering our mindset when facing a divorce or custody battle. Kindra and Mick dive deep into the power of changing our minds and controlling our negative thoughts when the stress of divorce or trauma is looming with Dr. JC Doornick. Dr. JC Doornick “Dragon” comes from a fascinating life and family history full of pioneers in the entertainment industry and professional athletes. Later in life becoming a servant to the people as a Doctor of Chiropractic and Cofoun...

In this episode, we talk about conquering our mindset when facing a divorce or custody battle. Kindra and Mick dive deep into the power of changing our minds and controlling our negative thoughts when the stress of divorce or trauma is looming with Dr. JC Doornick. Dr. JC Doornick “Dragon” comes from a fascinating life and family history full of pioneers in the entertainment industry and professional athletes. Later in life becoming a servant to the people as a Doctor of Chiropractic and Cofoun...

Divorce is difficult. Custody battles are painful- and parental alienation is a systematic form of abuse. Listen to Kindra and Mick unpack the 10 biggest lessons they learned from their guest Michele Fineran. 10 Takeaways: 1. The definition of Parental Alienation Syndrome has changed and is recognized now. 2. Many children return to the alienated parent as they get older. 3. There are age-appropriate differences in healing children from custody and alienation: youngest children fear a loss of...

Divorce is difficult. Custody battles are painful- and parental alienation is a systematic form of abuse. Listen to Kindra and Mick unpack the 10 biggest lessons they learned from their guest Michele Fineran. 10 Takeaways: 1. The definition of Parental Alienation Syndrome has changed and is recognized now. 2. Many children return to the alienated parent as they get older. 3. There are age-appropriate differences in healing children from custody and alienation: youngest children fear a loss of...

ABOUT DR. MICHELE FINNERAN: Dr. Michele Finneran, is a licensed professional counselor located in Florida. She owns and operates her own private counseling practice, Vecc & Associates, LLC. Dr. Finneran thoroughly enjoys helping others, both personally and professionally, as helping others was deeply instilled in her upbringing with her close-knit family. Dr. Finneran was always encouraged to be determined and to make her dreams a reality. Dr. Finneran's mission in writing this book, Surviving...

Kindra Riber and Mick Smith are talking about everything that they learned with Dr. Marni from Episode #5. What are the red flags you need to look for when you are entering or are in a poisonous relationship? The Aftermath Experts have compiled the 5 main takeaways from Dr. Marni Foderaro: 1. Take the high road and parent only as you are able. 2. Write or creatively express your frustration, anger, or bewilderment. 3. The system and process are corrupt. 4. You are not alone. 5. Disengaging...

Kindra Riber and Mick Smith are talking about everything that they learned with Dr. Marni from Episode #5. What are the red flags you need to look for when you are entering or are in a poisonous relationship? The Aftermath Experts have compiled the 5 main takeaways from Dr. Marni Foderaro: 1. Take the high road and parent only as you are able. 2. Write or creatively express your frustration, anger, or bewilderment. 3. The system and process are corrupt. 4. You are not alone. 5. Disengaging...

In today's episode, we are talking with Dr. Marni Foderaro and we talk about narcissists, and our journeys to seek true love. Are you ignoring red flags in your relationship? Dr. Marni is an expert on domestic abuse and parental alienation- and is bringing her powerful story to The Aftermath. Dr. Marni Hill Foderaro is an award-winning educator and celebrated author. She earned her doctorate in education and completed postdoctoral studies at Harvard after a very successful and rewarding 35-year...

In today's episode, we are talking with Dr. Marni Foderaro and we talk about narcissists, and our journeys to seek true love. Are you ignoring red flags in your relationship? Dr. Marni is an expert on domestic abuse and parental alienation- and is bringing her powerful story to The Aftermath. Dr. Marni Hill Foderaro is an award-winning educator and celebrated author. She earned her doctorate in education and completed postdoctoral studies at Harvard after a very successful and rewarding 35-year...

From The Aftermath, Kindra and Mick present their He Said/She Said reaction to Elizabeth McNeese from the National Parents Organization. If you missed the whole episode: https://www.podpage.com/the-aftermath-the-epidemic-of-divorce-custody-and-healing-1/uniting-parents-in-turmoil-with-elizabeth-mcneese-of-the-national-parents-organization/ During this episode, we learn about current legislation, expertise, and research about custody and parental alienation, and hopeful information for parents ...