Mental Health & Legal Survival

Introduction When parental alienation has driven a wedge between you and your child, reconnecting may feel impossible. They may seem...

Introduction Parental alienation is subtle, emotional, and hard to prove—unless you document it right. If you want authorities like DHR,...

Introduction Parental alienation is not just manipulation—it’s emotional abuse with long-term consequences for your child. It’s when one...

Introduction Emergency custody cases are high-stakes and require immediate action, especially when dealing with a narcissistic ex. When a...

Introduction Facing a custody battle against a narcissist ex is emotionally exhausting. These individuals thrive on chaos, manipulation,...

Introduction Winning custody when your ex is a narcissist can feel like a costly battle. These cases often involve emotional...

When a family court case intensifies—especially one involving abuse allegations or PFAs—the child may be interviewed by more than just...

What Is a Guardian ad Litem—and Why Are They Appointed in Custody Cases? In high-conflict custody cases, emotions can run high and facts...

When the guardian ad litem (GAL) is assigned to your case, everything you say and do matters. GALs are not just passive observers—they...

PFAs and Restraining Orders as Legal Leverage in Divorce and Custody Battles Protection From Abuse (PFA) orders and restraining orders...

PFAs and Restraining Orders as Legal Leverage in Divorce and Custody Battles Protection From Abuse (PFA) orders and restraining orders...

Being served with a Protection From Abuse (PFA) or restraining order—especially when it’s based on false accusations—is one of the most...

If you’ve been told a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) will be assigned to your case, you may be wondering—what exactly does this person do, and...

Why Guardian ad Litems Are Appointed—and How They Can Actually Help You Against a Narcissist Ex When a court appoints a Guardian ad Litem...

Why Guardian ad Litems Are Appointed—and How They Can Actually Help You Against a Narcissist Ex When a court appoints a Guardian ad Litem...

Every pickup turns into a performance. Every drop-off ends in accusations. You dread visitation—not because of your child, but because...

Let’s be blunt: you can’t co-parent with crazy . When your ex is a narcissist, traditional co-parenting ideals fall apart. Communication...

Co-parenting with a narcissist isn’t just frustrating—it’s destabilizing, exhausting, and often traumatic. Narcissistic exes thrive on...

When you feel guilty for walking away, pause and ask yourself: Who was really doing the work in the relationship? Were you always the one...

After leaving a toxic relationship, many parents face a new heartbreak: their ex is now trying to turn the child against them. This...