Divorce Support Circle with Dr. Leah Nathan
On the second Tuesday of each month at 6 PM, Dr. Leah Nathan, CGG’s Divorce Coach, hosts a complimentary Divorce Support Circle. A support circle offers the uniqueness of talking to others in the same situation under the guidance of a trained clinician who can provide helpful perspectives in making this transition. The support circle also […]
Should children know about the affair? Yes way! No Way!
Infidelity is a hurtful experience for the entire family unit ~ not only for the betrayed spouse but also for the children and extended family members. Often times, the betrayed spouse wants the truth to be told in its rawest, most explicit form, with the spouse who committed the adultery plagued with shame and guilt. […]
Dr. Leah Nathan is Hosting a Seminar on the Emotional Aspects of the Divorce Process on January 30, 2018
On January 30, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., Dr. Leah Nathan, CGG’s Divorce Coach, will present a complimentary seminar focused on navigating the emotional aspects of the divorce process. Dr. Nathan will address topics ranging from communication with spouses and/or children during divorce, to adjusting to new roles and responsibilities, to coping strategies for fostering a […]
Reinventing Yourself When Your Marriage Ends
Dr. Leah Nathan, CGG’s Divorce Coach, recently presented a complimentary seminar entitled “Reinventing Yourself When Your Marriage Ends.” Attendees learned about the impact of long term stress, divorce transition do’s and don’ts, and coping strategies for fostering a positive mindset. They also participated in a “Rebuilding Yourself” exercise. CGG offers complimentary seminars on a monthly […]
Dr. Leah Nathan Hosts “Communication and Conflict Management in Divorcing Families”
On November 7, 2017 from 6PM – 8PM, Dr. Leah Nathan, CGG’s divorce coach, will present a complimentary seminar entitled “Communication and Conflict Management in Divorcing Families.” This seminar will provide a solution-oriented and experiential approach to effectively address the inevitable conflicts that arise throughout the divorce process. Attendees will be provided with conflict resolution strategies […]
Divorce Support Circle Discusses Stress and Self-Care Strategies
Stress is an inevitable response when navigating the hurdles of a divorce. In a recent Divorce Support Circle facilitated by Dr. Leah Nathan, clients were very candid in reporting the stressful reactions they were experiencing in response to the divorce process. Some of the identified stressors shared by our clients were captured on the “Stressed […]
Divorce Support Circle Talks “Cognitive Reframing”
When a life change occurs, you have two choices in how to respond: you can either respond with despair that a change has come or you can embrace the change and new possibilities that the change presents. Change is an inevitable life experience and progress is optional. In a recent Divorce Support Circle facilitated by […]
Divorce Support Circle Explores New Ways to Find Closure
In the Divorce Support Circle on Tuesday June 13th, 2017, clients were guided through the cathartic experience of a “goodbye jar” activity. Goodbyes are never easy, especially for those who invested years in their marriage. Clients identified things that they have to say goodbye to in order to bring some degree of closure. Clients identified saying goodbye […]
Dr. Leah Nathan Leads Co-Parenting Seminar
On Tuesday, May 23, 2017, Dr. Leah Nathan, CGG’s Divorce Consultant, led a seminar for the firm’s clients about co-parenting through divorce. Dr. Nathan provided strategies for building a successful co-parenting partnership and managing conflict, and also discussed the necessity of considering the developmental needs of children when creating co-parenting plans. CGG is fortunate that […]
CGG’s Divorce Support Circle
May 9th’s Divorce Support Circle provided a powerful outlet for participating clients to share one of their main stressors, and then receive strategies for how to persevere through his/her challenge. Attendees participated in collaborative problem-solving, left with an “action plan,” and reported feeling more empowered to overcome their identified hurdle. Dr. Leah Nathan, CGG’s Domestic […]