Co-parenting is challenging even under the best circumstances. But when one parent engages in coercive behavior, the relationship between...

One of the most insidious tactics in coercive co-parenting isn't the yelling or the court threats, it’s exhaustion. Emotional, mental,...

If you've ever found yourself spiraling after a co-parent's passive-aggressive message, manipulative gesture, or subtle sabotage, only to...

The courtroom may go quiet, but the coercion doesn’t end. It simply evolves. Many believe that once a judge signs off on custody...

If your co-parent constantly tries to outshine, undermine, or compete for your child’s attention, it’s not just insecurity, it’s manipulation. Learn the psychology behind competitive co-parenting and how healthy parents can respond.

Triangulation is one of the most covert and damaging tactics used by a coercive co-parent. It's not just about manipulation, it’s about...

Recognizing Manipulation in Co-Parenting Dynamics When you share custody with a high-conflict co-parent, conversations can feel like...

Divorce is already a significant transition for children, but when a parent frequently introduces new partners into their lives, the...

Money is one of the biggest stressors in many households, and whether parents realize it or not, their anxieties around finances don’t...

Divorce can be difficult under any circumstances, but when one parent engages in coercive control, it becomes an ongoing battle rather...

Children caught in high-conflict co-parenting situations often experience emotional manipulation, coercion, and even outright abuse at...

Co-parenting should be about cooperation, respect, and prioritizing the well-being of the child. However, in cases of coercive...

Coercive co-parents often exhibit behaviors and defense mechanisms that reflect their inner deficiencies. These patterns can be...

Have you ever noticed how children seem to transform  depending on which parent’s home they’re in? In high-conflict co-parenting...

In an effort to keep peace, encourage good behavior, or be the favorite parent in a tumultuous co-parenting dynamic some parents turn to...

When navigating the complex waters of co-parenting, a well-structured parenting plan is essential. It's not just a document; it's the...

When it comes to parenting after a separation or divorce, the focus should always be on what’s best for the children and their rights.

Communicating with a coparent who is coercive can be challenging. Their tendency to dominate conversations, disregard for the children’s...

Co-parenting can be a struggle when one parent is unable to provide stability, security and love following a separation or divorce....

Coparenting requires a significant amount of cooperation, communication, and compromise. However, when one parent exhibits complex...