Divorce doesn't have to be so hard on kids.

We offer child- and family-focused, evidence-informed resources to co-parents and other grown-ups so kids with two homes are better protected from the possible negative effects of divorce.
Parenting Plans
Financial Agreements
Mediation
Concious Uncoupling
Collaborative Divorce
Divorce without an Attorney
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When divorced parents don't get along, it's tough on kids.

Chronic parental conflict can affect kids' emotional wellbeing, their school performance, and even their own future relationships.

But when co-parents are on the same team —
Kids thrive.

Improving the co-parenting relationship means kids are more likely to: 
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    Enjoy a strong relationship with both their parents.
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    Have higher self-esteem.
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    Know how to manage their emotions.
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    Do well in school and get good grades.
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    Have positive relationships with people around them.
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    Resist drugs, alcohol, and other risky behavior.
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Parent Team provides education, tools, and coaching to adults who influence the well-being of kids with two homes.

Meet the pros behind Parent Team.

With more than 30 years of combined experience in child and family counseling, financial planning, and mediation, we’ve seen how divorce can take its toll on families. We're convinced it doesn't have to be that way.

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Jen Schimbeno
CDFA®

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    Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®)
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    Financial Planner (Series 65)
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    Trained Mediator
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    Certified Conscious Uncoupling Coach
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    Accredited Practitioner in Collaborative Processes (Financial Neutral)
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Brandyn Roark Caires
M.S., LCPC

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    Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor for Children and Families
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    Trained Mediator
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    Certified Conscious Uncoupling Coach
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    Accredited Practitioner in Collaborative Processes (Mental Health Neutral)

Support for Parents

Co-Parenting Collection

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Learn how to stay focused on your kids before, during, and after your divorce—without putting them in the middle.

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Divorce with Dignity

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Save time and money with real-time guidance to create your own financial agreements and parenting plan.

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1:1 Guidance

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Receive compassionate advice and develop evidence-based skills to improve your co-parent relationship.

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Co-Parenting Workbook

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Discover helpful, practical tools to set yourself and your kids up for a better outcome during and after divorce.

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Parenting Plan Guide

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Create a plan that will serve your family well, both now and into the future.

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Free Download

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Find out how to confidently answer your kids' tough questions about divorce.

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A peaceful divorce is possible.

When your relationship is ending, it can be difficult to imagine anything other than heartbreak and hostility. So the idea of a collaborating with your current partner may feel far-fetched, at best. If you're thinking, "This sounds great, but it'll never work for us," we get it. But it can. And we'll show you how.

Guidance for Professionals

Become a Certified Parent Team Expert

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Join our team of certified experts and offer more confident support to two-family homes.

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For Schools

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Workshops and online resources to help you make your school a more supportive place for every family.

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For Attorneys + Mediators

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Help protect your clients' kids from the worst parts of divorce, while making your job a whole lot easier.

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For Mental Health Professionals

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Provide clients with education and resources to help ease co-parent conflict and improve divorce outcomes.

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For Non-Profit Organizations

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Host community-based workshops to fortify co-parent relationships and protect kids from potential harm.

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Parenting Plan Guide (for Professionals)

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Feel more confident guiding clients through developing their parenting plan. For attorneys and therapists.

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