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  • Welcome to Beyond Divorce: Embracing Change!

    Welcome to Beyond Divorce: Embracing Change!
    2024/08/17
    We're so glad you're here! In this episode we will introduce ourselves and share our hopes for the episodes of this podcast. We are licensed counselors who help our clients with various challenges. We specialize in family dynamics and families in divorce. Each counselor in the practice has a unique expertise in the area of divorce and the clients they serve. We hope you find something here that helps you move forward in your journey.
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    26 分
  • The Roles Children Play in Divorce

    The Roles Children Play in Divorce
    2024/08/20
    Michael Flores, LPC-S & Armando Martinez, LPC discuss the 3 roles children play in divorce. You'll learn what each role looks like and how it plays out in your child's behavior. They'll discuss the underlying desire each child has and why they step into these roles. You will learn the importance of scheduling mandatory fun with your children. Most importantly, we hope this episode helps you understand your child just a little bit better and be able to come from a place of understanding when you witness certain behaviors. Thanks for being here!
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    33 分
  • Fighting Fair. Is Fighting Even Fair?

    Fighting Fair. Is Fighting Even Fair?
    2024/08/27
    In this episode, Michael Flores, LPC-S and Jennifer Blake, LCSW-S, discuss when we develop the idea of fair versus unfair. They share that they often hear in sessions with children that the children deeply want their parents to agree, allowing the family to move forward. They discuss why bringing hurt feelings into a conversation can impact the conversation and how sometimes people confuse agreeing with them as hearing them. They will share the 3 C's of good conversation: clear, collaborative, and courteous. As well as the 3 killer C's that will hurt conversations: condemning, complaining, and criticizing. Equip yourself with the knowledge to have improved conversations! Thank you for being here!
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    26 分
  • A Therapist's Role in Divorce

    A Therapist's Role in Divorce
    2024/09/03
    Have you ever wondered if seeking out therapy for you or your children is important while going through a divorce? Michael Flores, LPC-S and Jinohn Marr, LMFT, discuss how therapy is helpful and best utilized for a family going through a divorce. They share the difference between court-ordered therapy and individuals voluntarily looking for counseling services. They share tips on the best way to approach therapy for you and your children and how important honesty is in the therapeutic process. Jinohn will also remind you how important it is to give yourself grace through this chapter in your life. We are here for you as we encourage you to keep moving forward.
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    31 分
  • Sex with My Ex

    Sex with My Ex
    2024/09/10
    Please be advised this episode discusses sexual relationships and is intended for a mature listening audience. Are you divorced or going through a divorce and finding yourself still engaging in a sexual relationship with your ex-partner? We hear about this often in our offices. But why does it happen? How is it impacting your divorce process? Should it stop? Michael Flores, LPC-S and Dr. Jacobie Robinson, LPC-S, explore these questions and discuss the benefit of healthy boundaries. Listen as they encourage you to make the decisions that will enable you to keep moving your life forward. Be sure you subscribe to this podcast to automatically receive the newest episodes. Follow us on Instagram @brighterpossibilitiesfc and on Facebook at Brighter Possibilities Family Counseling. Thank you for being here!
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    34 分
  • Collaborative Conversations with Your Coparent

    Collaborative Conversations with Your Coparent
    2024/09/17
    This episode is PACKED with information and includes a step-by-step process on how to have a productive and collaborative conversation with your coparent. In this episode Michael Flores, LPC-S and Dr. Jacobie Robinson, Ph.D, LPC-S dive deep into the steps of conversation, especially when you are communicating with someone who may typically be difficult or uncollaborative. They discuss the importance of monitoring yourself and your emotions, the difference between responding and reacting, and Michael shares his proven method for a written collaborative conversation starter. You will hear how answering with "Yes, if..." can be impactful and the 4 steps for starting a conversation: 1. Express gratitude 2. Value statement 3. State where you agree 4. "No" oriented questions Get ready and don't be afraid to listen twice! Enjoy!
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    41 分
  • What Kids Want 101: For Parents with Kids Ages 5-11

    What Kids Want 101: For Parents with Kids Ages 5-11
    2024/09/24
    Kids go through different developmental stages throughout their adolescent years. Understanding what stage your child is will enable you to better understand what they need through this life transition. In this episode Michael Flores, LPC-S and Jinohn Marr, LMFT discuss the developmental stages of kids 5-11. They will share tips on how to best tell them about the divorce to supporting them throughout the process. They discuss how children having too much information often puts them in the middle and leads them to play one of the roles kids can play in divorce. (See Episode 2 "The Roles Children Play in Divorce" for more information on that topic!) Michael and Jinohn share guidance on how to handle it when the other parent is talking poorly about you to your child. They share how setting the precedent in your home sends a message to your child of respect and love. Jinohn shares an applicable tip on how to teach younger children about different perspectives. Hint: You'll see the story of "The Three Little Pigs" in a whole new way! You are sure to take at least one piece of information away from this episode that you can use today! Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast! Be sure to also follow us on Facebook (@Brighter Possibilities Family Counseling) and Instagram (@brighterpossibilitiesfc) for more helpful information each day! And, Keep Moving Forward.
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    32 分
  • Heroes and Villains

    Heroes and Villains
    2024/10/01
    We all often play roles in our lives. When going through divorce, we can fall into the belief that one of us is the hero and the other is the villain. In this episode, Michael Flores, LPC-S and Armando Martinez, LPC will discuss the mindset of a hero and villain. Literature, film, and stories that have stood the test of time have given us all common beliefs on what characteristics a hero and villain hold. Michael and Armando discuss if these beliefs set the stage for how we trust and interact with our coparent. Do they create a problem? They will discuss the importance of empathy and understanding. In the end they will share how healing is within us all, no matter what we've been through. Please be sure to rate and review this podcast! Your input means so much to us and helps this information get in front of more eyes and ears. You can follow us Instagram @brighterpossibilitiesfc and on Facebook at Brighter Possibilities Family Counseling for more tips and information everyday! Keep moving forward!
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    33 分