Cooperative Co-Parenting: Raising Secure Kids Post-Divorce with Aurisha Smolarski
In this episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia sits down with therapist, co-parenting coach, and mediator Aurisha Smolarski to discuss navigating co-parenting relationships and creating a secure environment for children post-divorce. Aurisha shares insights from her book, Cooperative Co-Parenting for Secure Kids, which offers practical tools grounded in attachment theory to help co-parents focus on what matters most: their children’s well-being. She emphasizes the importance of shifting from a romantic relationship mindset to a collaborative parenting partnership, placing the child at the center of the co-parenting dynamic.
Listeners will learn actionable tips for fostering clarity, consistency, and connection in their co-parenting journey. Aurisha highlights that successful co-parenting is possible through mindset shifts, effective communication, and prioritizing the child’s needs. With thoughtful advice and strategies from her book, Aurisha reminds us that healing and growth are possible, even in the midst of life’s challenges.
Learn more about Aurisha: https://www.freshstartsregistry.com/resourceguide/aurisha-smolarskilmft