#29 – How can we help survivors of Human Trafficking?
SUMMARY In a continuing effort to raise awareness about human trafficking, Child Welfare Attorney Susan Chesnutt interviews Kristy Norbert of the Empower Her Network. Kristy talks about her organizations mission to help survivors of human trafficking. The Empower Her Network raises funds and supports survivors in finding a path to personal growth and success. HIGHLIGHTS […]
#28 – What struggling families and marriages can learn from parenting classes
SUMMARY This is child welfare attorney Susan Chesnutt’s second interview with parenting expert Sue Dockerill from the Florida Divorce Parenting Class. In this episode we learn about parenting classes and how they support families going through divorce and child custody challenges. Sue takes a deep dive into some Co-Parenting challenges like blame, change and dealing […]
#27 – Behavioral Health Technician Tara MacDonald on Addiction and Recovery
SUMMARY Susan’s guest today is Tara McDonald she is a behavioral health technician. She has experience in the substance abuse recovery field. Tara shares her views and experiences regarding addiction and the most effective treatments from her perspective. Most of her views have been shaped by her personal experience with addiction and through providing help […]
#26 – We present Dr. Amanda Hackford Founder of the Nonprofit Love to Serve in Vero Beach, FL
SUMMARY Dr. Hackford has been active in education as a teacher in the School District of Indian River County. After earning her Ph.D. her heart was moved to give back to the community by helping and supporting needy children through the nonprofit Love to Serve. In this podcast, she will share her journey to the […]
#25 – Non-Profit Spotlight – The Buggy Bunch is supporting struggling mothers with babies
SUMMARY In this episode, child welfare attorney Susan Chesnutt interviews Tara Wright, the executive director of a Non-Profit organization called the Buggy Bunch. They discuss how The Buggy Bunch helps mothers become better parents to their babies. She also discusses the Diaper Closet program that helps homeless moms provide basic necessities to their children. —————————— […]
#24 – How much money should you settle for in a Divorce?
SUMMARY In this episode, child welfare attorney Susan Chesnutt interviews Alliance Bernstein Vice-President Aisha Ali about wealth management. They discuss ways to align your financial management with your life goals and ways to set financial goals through the divorce process. —————————— HIGHLIGHTS [01:03] Susan introduces Aisha Ali who talks about her job as a wealth […]
#23 – How can witness preparation make a difference in your family law case?
SUMMARY Child welfare attorney Susan Chesnutt talks to communication expert Deborah Johnson about key factors in preparing clients to testify in family law court and depositions. In this episode, witnesses will learn how to take control of the process and speak with confidence about their case. Deborah Johnson owns a company called High Stakes […]
#22 – Parenting with Responsible Love, Real World Advice from the Florida Divorce Parenting Class Expert
SUMMARY Child welfare attorney Susan Chesnutt interviews parenting expert Sue Dockerill from the Florida Divorce Parenting Class. In this off the cuff conversation, we learn about parenting styles and using responsible love to nurture and grow relationships. They also discuss our countries divisive political state and positive ways to deal with the outcome of this […]
#21 – Can Marital Therapy Really Help Families Avoid Divorce?
SUMMARY Psychologist & marital therapist, Dr. Michael O’Hara, and child welfare attorney Susan Chesnutt have a frank conversation about marital therapy. They discuss the benefits, timing, and right ways to pursue therapy. They also review the benefits of therapy for the children involved in divorce & separation. They talk about how to deal with having […]
#20 – Substance Abuse and Overcoming the Challenges of the Rehab Experience
SUMMARY Child Welfare Attorney Susan Chesnutt interviews Pedro Bernabe, CEO and Executive Director of Phoenix Rising Wellness Center. Pedro goes into detail about the human experience of dealing with addiction, going through rehab, and the challenges to stay clean. Pedro also discusses the bonds and relationships he forms with the people coming through his program. […]
