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How to Rebuild the Bond with Your Child—and Respond When the Narcissist Weaponizes DHR or the GAL
What Is Parental Alienation—and How Can You Spot It Early? Parental alienation is a form of psychological manipulation where one parent...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 185 min read


Parallel Parenting vs. Co-Parenting with a Narcissist: Which Works and Why
What Is Parental Alienation—and How Can You Spot It Early? Parental alienation is a form of psychological manipulation where one parent...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 185 min read


5 Signs Your Ex Is Turning Your Child Against You—and What You Can Do About It
What Is Parental Alienation—and How Can You Spot It Early? Parental alienation is a form of psychological manipulation where one parent...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 186 min read


Can DHR Force Me to Sign a Safety Plan? Read This First
A DHR caseworker shows up and hands you a “safety plan.” It sounds harmless—just a few things to agree to for now. But be careful. That...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 175 min read


Can DHR Terminate My Parental Rights? The Harsh Truth
Few things strike more fear into a parent’s heart than the idea of losing their child permanently. But if DHR / CPS is involved, that...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 175 min read


Can DHR Force Me to Take a Drug Test? What You Need to Know Right Now
When DHR gets involved in your life, it can feel like you’ve already been judged. One of the first things they may ask—or demand—is that...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 176 min read


False Reports to DHR: When Your Ex Tries to Weaponize the System
Who Is DHR, and Why Do They Have So Much Power in Family Court? The Department of Human Resources (DHR) plays a critical role in...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 166 min read


How a DHR Safety Plan Can Impact Custody—And What to Watch For
Who Is DHR, and Why Do They Have So Much Power in Family Court? The Department of Human Resources (DHR) plays a critical role in...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 166 min read


DHR Knocked on My Door Without Warning—What Are My Rights?
Who Is DHR, and Why Do They Have So Much Power in Family Court? The Department of Human Resources (DHR) plays a critical role in...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 166 min read


What Not to Say to a Guardian ad Litem: Avoiding the Mistakes That Can Cost You Custody
What Exactly Is a Guardian ad Litem? Understanding Their Role, Authority, and Why They Matter A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 165 min read


Guardian ad Litem Interview Questions You Should Expect—and How to Answer Them with Confidence
What Exactly Is a Guardian ad Litem? Understanding Their Role, Authority, and Why They Matter A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 165 min read


Guardian ad Litem Home Visit Checklist: How to Prepare, What to Expect, and What Judges Really Notice
What Exactly Is a Guardian ad Litem? Understanding Their Role, Authority, and Why They Matter A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 165 min read


How to Explain Parallel Parenting to a Judge (Without Sounding Like the Problem)
Judges want one thing in custody cases: the best interests of the child. If you request parallel parenting, you must present it not as a...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 155 min read


When to Stop Trying to Co-Parent and Start Parallel Parenting
At first, you may have tried your best to co-parent. You answered texts. You compromised. You did what the court asked. What Is Parallel...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 155 min read


Parallel Parenting vs. Co-Parenting: Which One Protects You in Court?
When a relationship breaks down and children are involved, parenting doesn’t end—but it does transform. Co-parenting is often the court's...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 156 min read


Negotiating After Failed Mediation: Stay Realistic, Stay Firm
When mediation fails, it’s not the end—it’s the beginning of a new legal strategy. With a narcissist, failed mediation is often...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 144 min read


Inside the Mediation Room: What to Expect When Facing a Narcissist
Walking into mediation with a narcissist is not a level playing field—it’s a psychological performance stage. Knowing what to expect...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 144 min read


Preparing for Mediation with a Narcissist: Documents, Mindset, and What to Expect
Mediation is often billed as a civil alternative to court—but when you're dealing with a narcissist, that "civil" mask can quickly slip....

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 144 min read


Moving On After a Narcissist—Avoiding Hoovering and Maintaining No Contact
Introduction You escaped his cheating and gaslighting, but he’s still pulling: late-night texts, guilt trips, declarations of love. This...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 135 min read


Love Bombing and Trauma Bonds—Why You Stay When He Cheated
Introduction After he cheated, everything changed—but his sudden niceness might have felt so good you forgot why you left. That’s no...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 135 min read
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