Change is such a part of life. Our community is one that has seen dramatic changes during our lifetimes. Not only does our community change, our individual families change. What particular issues do lgbtq families face during the major life shifts of separation or divorce?  How can we, as individuals and as a community, make these transitions with Heart and Smarts?

This two-part interdisciplinary workshop will address how individuals and our community navigate the particular challenges and opportunities accompanying separation or divorce.

Part One of the workshop will be led primarily by therapists to address:

•    The importance of keeping your children's best interests at the center of your decision-making as your family transitions though the changes of separation; and
•    How to talk to kids about divorce/separation;
•    Planned vs. Unplanned co-parenting in the lgbtq community; Strategies for co-parenting with respect for each other and your children’s best interests.

This workshop series is appropriate for families who are in any stage of separation, as well as the friends, family and professionals supporting those families. Both workshops will involve input from both lawyers and therapists; we encourage legal and mental health professionals to attend both workshops. Families that do not have children may benefit from, and only attend Part Two, if they wish.

For our community's future, safety and well being, let us resolve our disputes well – and support each other in doing so.