Apr 11, 2013
Our guest, Matthew Sullivan, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist, who specializes in forensic child and family psychology. He has been in private practice for 20 years, specializing in Forensic Family psychology.
Dr. Sullivan is a pioneer in the field of Parenting
Coordination, , and has led the development of Parenting
Coordination across the U.S. He is one of the most experienced
Parent Coordinators (called Special Master in California) in the
country. In 2012, he received the Joseph Drown award from the
California Association of Family and Conciliation Courts for
“outstanding services to children” in the state. He has
written articles, presented and done training at numerous national
and international venues on topics such as high-conflict divorce,
Parent Coordination, Forensic Consultation Court-involved therapy
and Child Alienation.
In this episode of The Smart Divorce we explore the benefits of a Parenting Coordinator, and the importance of this professional while helping co-parents reduce conflict. We also discuss the difference between Parenting Alienation and an estranged relationship with children – and how to repair and rebuild your relationship with your children.
We explore so many issues and ideas related to co-parenting and
your children’s best interest. Topics include:
• What is a parenting coordinator
• How you might benefit from using a parenting
coordinator
• What’s the difference between a parenting
coordinator vs. mediation vs. co-parent counseling
• What is the difference between parent
alienation and estrangement
• Tips for parents to improve the relationship
with their children
• How Dr. Sullivan helps families come together
with the reunification program – Overcoming Barriers
• How the Forging Families program can help the
whole family.
To contact Dr. Sullivan,
please visit his website at http://www.californiaparentingcoordinator.com
For more information about
Overcoming Barriers High-Conflict Divorce Camp visit http://overcomingbarriers.org
Don’t miss out on this important
conversation, and find out how you can minimize conflict, and
improve or save your important relationship with your
children.
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