Taking the time to understand your goals and concerns can feel indulgent when you are trying to make decisions about the rest of your life. However, your goals and concerns can keep you moving forward in the right direction.
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Deanna Conklin-Danao, Psy.D.
Dr. Deanna Conklin-Danao has been in private practice since 2006, seeing children, adolescents, and adults individually and in family and couples therapy. Prior to private practice, she worked for a major medical hospital in a school-based health center serving an adolescent population. She has also worked in community mental health and hospital-based inpatient and outpatient settings. These settings and specialized trainings have provided Dr. Conklin-Danao with the skills necessary to work effectively with clients as a divorce coach and therapist.
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Going Back to School Planning Conversation with your Co-Parent
The goal with back to school planning is to set the year up for success so incorporate any strategies or professionals that will help you meet that goal.
Divorce Narrative: What is yours and why does it matter?
All of our narratives play an important role in shaping our behaviors and relationships moving forward.
Vacationing With Your Kids as a Single Parent
Vacationing with your kids should be a highlight of the summer. Whether it’s seeing different parts of the country or world, visiting friends and family, or simply relaxing close to home, vacations are a time for families to connect and make new memories.
When an Adult Child of Divorce Goes Through Divorce
What did you learn from your parent’s divorce that will help you navigate your divorce?
How to Handle an Angry Ex During Divorce
Out of all the emotions that can arise between exes during divorce, perhaps the hardest one to deal with is anger.
5 Tips on Participating in Life Events During Divorce
If your divorce lines up with a major event, focus on how you want the event remembered by your child(ren) in their divorce narrative. You will never regret acting gracefully.
Can You be Happily Divorced When Your Friends are All Married?
Can you be happily divorced when your friends are all married? The answer is “yes”, but if you’re not there, read on for tips to get to that point.
January: The Start of Divorce Season
If you’re considering divorce set yourself up for the healthiest process possible and you will experience those benefits long after the divorce is final.
How to Put the Happy Back into Happy Holidays
Being happy during the holidays starts with you. If you are dreading the holiday season this year, here are some things to consider.
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