Been There Got Out Podcast
Chris and Lisa of BeenThereGotOut.com both survived toxic marriages with narcissistic partners and the legal and co-parenting nightmares that go hand-in-hand with all of that.If you are struggling in a high-conflict relationship, divorce, custody battle, or co-parenting hell which requires PERSONALIZED attention, let us HOLD YOUR HAND along the way, while providing EXPERT, STRATEGIC guidance based on one's years of success (representing myself in court!), coupled with the other's High Conflict Divorce Coach certification.Our podcast features interviews with lawyers, therapists, co-parenting coordinators, guardians ad litem, and other subject matter experts, as well as other content, all with one goal in mind: Let us teach you how to HELP YOURSELF!
Episodes
298 episodes
Finding Strength in Sensitivity & Empathy
Join us as we explore the fascinating world of highly sensitive individuals with our special guest, Elizabeth Cush, a therapist dedicated to supporting those with this unique genetic trait. Elizabeth, a highly sensitive person herself, sheds li...
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Season 2025
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Episode 299
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22:42
Expert Insights into Legal Custody Dynamics
Discover the hidden truths of custody battles and redefine your understanding of parental rights with our esteemed guest, Lisa Zeiderman, a high-stakes custody and financial litigation attorney. Lisa unpacks the intricate layers of custody arra...
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Season 2025
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Episode 298
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43:06
Overcoming Perfectionism & People-Pleasing
Unlock the secrets to breaking free from perfectionism and people-pleasing with insights from psychologist Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala. High achievers, rejoice—this episode promises to transform your relationship with validation and societal prais...
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Season 2025
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Episode 297
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30:23
Healing from Toxic Relationships & Rebuilding Intimacy
Can intimacy thrive after a toxic relationship? Uncover the profound insights of Skyeblu Cutchie, affectionately known as Blue, as we explore the multifaceted world of intimacy beyond mere love. Join us on this journey as Blue shares her expert...
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Season 2025
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Episode 296
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23:50
What Celebrity Splits Teach Us About High-Conflict Divorce
Attorney and former judge Michele Locke returns to our podcast, bringing her wealth of expertise in family law to illuminate the complex issue of parental alienation. Join us as we unpack the controversial behaviors that can drive a wedge betwe...
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Season 2025
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Episode 295
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41:52
Ending Toxic Patterns with Reparenting & Inner Healing
What if you could transform fear-based beliefs into a source of empowerment? Join us on a journey of self-discovery and healing with the guidance of transformational healer, Lisa Watson. Lisa shares her groundbreaking reparenting method, design...
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Season 2025
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Episode 294
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30:52
The Transformative Power of Mediation in High-Conflict Divorces
Discover the transformative power of mediation in high-conflict divorce cases with Joe Dillon, founder of Equitable Mediation Services. Ever wondered if mediation can work even when tensions are running high? Explore how Joe's background in fin...
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Season 2025
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Episode 293
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43:05
Holistic Parenting Strategies for Difficult Divorces
What impact does parental conflict during and after divorce have on children? Dr. Karen Molano, a distinguished child psychologist and early childhood specialist, joins us to offer insights into this pressing issue. You’ll discover the transfor...
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Season 2025
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Episode 292
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25:51
Navigating Financial Challenges in High-Conflict Divorce
Join us as we explore the critical role of financial professionals in divorce proceedings with Maggie Nielsen, a partner at Purse Strings. Maggie shares her insights on why having a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) can be a game-chang...
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Season 2025
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Episode 291
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21:05
Breaking Toxic Cycles: A Journey to Authentic Relationships
What if breaking free from toxic relationship patterns was simpler than you thought? In our latest episode, we invite Johnny Fernandez to share his compelling journey from attorney to relationship expert. Drawing from his own tumultuous past, J...
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Season 2025
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Episode 290
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43:03
Turning the Temperature Down in High-Conflict Divorce
Could conflict in divorce be as addictive as a bad habit? Join us as we explore this provocative idea with Christopher Anderson, co-founder of New Leaf Family. Discover how traditional divorce proceedings may be inadvertently fueling emotional ...
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Season 2025
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Episode 289
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46:33
Emotional Regulation & Play Therapy
Jacintha Field, affectionately known as Jay, founder of Happy Souls Kids, joins us from Melbourne, Australia, in an enlightening discussion on the art of emotional regulation and play therapy for both children and parents. Jay offers her season...
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Season 2025
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Episode 288
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34:07
Reclaiming Your Life (and Sanity) After an Abusive Relationship
Can you truly reclaim your life and sanity amidst the chaos of a high-conflict divorce? Discover the transformative insights of Leah Mazur, a certified divorce recovery coach, as we unravel the complexities of handling toxic exes and the damagi...
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Season 2025
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Episode 287
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20:20
Empowering Fathers in High-Conflict Custody Battles
Can fathers truly advocate for equal custody without feeling like they're attacking the child's mother? Join us for an insightful conversation with David Pisarra, a seasoned divorce and family lawyer, as we discuss strategies that challenge com...
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Season 2025
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Episode 286
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47:06
The Power of Community in Healing from Domestic Violence
What role does community support play in the healing journey of domestic violence survivors and those seeking to break the cycle of abuse? Join us as we welcome back Sophora Acheson, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and CEO of Restorati...
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Season 2025
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Episode 285
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28:04
Unraveling Parental Alienation with Charlie McCready
Charlie McCready, a seasoned parental alienation coach, joins us to unpack the complex and often shadowed realm of parental alienation. Ever wondered how a loving child can suddenly become estranged from a parent? We navigate through the diffic...
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Season 2025
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Episode 284
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27:48
Unmasking the Digital Threat with Art Cyber Safety Guy
Art Bowker, affectionately known as the Art Cyber Safety Guy, opens the door to a chilling but crucial conversation on stalking and cyber stalking. With a wealth of experience in investigating cyber crimes and guiding victims through the afterm...
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Season 2025
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Episode 283
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27:55
Finding Balance & Resilience in High-Conflict Co-Parenting
Psychologist Madelaine Weiss joins us to shed light on the complex world of co-parenting with challenging ex-partners. Through her vast experience in dealing with difficult family dynamics, Madelaine offers insights into how divorce can affect ...
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Season 2025
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Episode 282
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47:26
Rewiring the Brain: A Holistic Approach to Trauma Recovery
Licensed therapist and trauma specialist Laurel Roberts-Meese joins us for an enlightening exploration of how trauma rewires the brain and why understanding this process is pivotal for healing. We dissect the critical role of the amygdala in tr...
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Season 2025
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Episode 281
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39:28
Discovery in Divorce: Insights with Attorney Heather Quick
Join us for a captivating discussion with Heather Quick, a seasoned Florida attorney and founder of the Florida Women's Law Group, as we explore the multifaceted discovery process in divorce cases. Heather sheds light on the essential nature of...
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Season 2025
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Episode 280
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45:01
Learning to Trust Again After a Toxic Relationship
Join us as we explore the challenging yet crucial journey of learning to trust again after toxic relationships, with insights from Dr. Elizabeth Polinsky, founder of Communicate and Connect Counseling. In our conversation, Dr. Polinsky shares h...
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Season 2025
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Episode 279
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35:15
Managing Child Aggression in High-Conflict Families
Can childhood aggression be an unexpected plea for help rather than a precursor to a violent future? Join us as we welcome Davina Hehn, a respected behavioral analyst, to shed light on the nuances of child aggression, particularly in the tumult...
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Season 2025
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Episode 278
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34:37
Supporting Kids Through High-Conflict Divorce
Join us for a heartfelt and insightful conversation with Dinalynn Rosenbush, a seasoned speech and language pathologist and host of The Language of Play podcast. Together, we explore how to support children, particularly those with special need...
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Season 2025
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Episode 277
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23:10
Masculinity & the Emotional Growth of Boys
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Gloria Vanderhorst, a distinguished psychologist whose five decades of experience provide a rich tapestry of insights into the world of male emotional expression. Gloria brings her depth of expertis...
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Season 2025
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Episode 276
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35:27
Creating a Safe Space During Co-Parenting Conflicts
Dr. Karalynn Royster, a child psychologist from Colorado, joins us to unravel the complexities of co-parenting with a challenging ex-partner. She shares her expertise on creating a home environment where children can thrive despite the turmoil ...
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Season 2025
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Episode 275
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44:35