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My Ex Coaches My Kid to Say Things – How Do I Prove It in Court?
Introduction: What It Really Takes to Deal with a Narcissist Ex If you’re dealing with a narcissist ex, you already know: this isn’t just...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 245 min read


When the Kids Say They Don’t Want to Come Over – Parental Alienation or Just Emotions?
Navigating Relationships with a Narcissist: Break-Ups, Parental Alienation, Hoovering, and Interactions with DHR/CPS and Guardian ad...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 205 min read


Communicating with DHR, CPS, Guardian ad Litem, and Therapists After Alienation
You Are Still Their Parent: Strength and Hope Through Parental Alienation Parental alienation can feel like watching your child slowly...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 176 min read


Co-Parenting with a Narcissist: Regaining Your Parental Role After Alienation
You Are Still Their Parent: Strength and Hope Through Parental Alienation Parental alienation can feel like watching your child slowly...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 176 min read


Documenting Abuse and Parental Alienation When Your Ex Plays the Victim
You’re Not Powerless: Encouragement for Parents Facing Court with a Narcissist Ex If you’re heading to court against a narcissist ex, it...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 167 min read


Parental Alienation and Parallel Parenting: Protecting Your Bond with Your Child from a Narcissist Ex
Are You Co-Parenting with a Narcissist Who’s Driving You to the Edge? Read This. Every text turns into an argument. Every exchange...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 145 min read


What to Do When the Guardian ad Litem Interviews Your Child: Protecting the Truth Without Coaching
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...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 95 min read


Is a Narcissist Sabotaging Your Bond with Your Child? Here’s How to Fight Back
After leaving a toxic relationship, many parents face a new heartbreak: their ex is now trying to turn the child against them. This...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 55 min read


Parental Alienation & Parallel Parenting with a Narcissist Ex
If you're a single mother facing a narcissist who’s actively turning your child against you, you may be dealing with parental alienation...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 35 min read


Combating Parental Alienation – When Your Kids Are Repeating Hurtful Things
Parental alienation is real, harmful, and one of the most emotionally devastating tactics in a high-conflict custody case. When your...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jul 26 min read


Parental Alienation, Co-Parenting With Conflict, and Rebuilding With Your Child As a Father
“She tells the kids I don’t care.” “They won’t talk to me anymore.” “My child believes lies I never even said.” This isn’t just...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 295 min read


How Parallel Parenting Protects You from Narcissistic Abuse and Parental Alienation
When you’re co-parenting with a narcissist, every communication becomes a landmine. They’ll use your words against you, provoke conflict...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 275 min read


How to Talk to the Therapist About Parental Alienation
You suspect your child’s therapist isn’t seeing the full picture. Maybe your child avoids you, parrots adult language, or shares details...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 265 min read


What to Ask the Therapist When Your Ex Is Weaponizing Therapy Against You
When your ex is using therapy as a tool to undermine your relationship with your child, it can feel like your hands are tied. But even in...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 265 min read


How Therapy Can Help Rebuild a Parent-Child Relationship After Parental Alienation
If your relationship with your child has suffered due to parental alienation, therapy can be one of the most effective ways to begin...

Michael Capleone, Sr.
Jun 195 min read


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 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


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
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