Working with a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®)

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the financial complexities ahead? You're not alone. Many people worry about understanding their financial situation and ensuring a fair settlement during this challenging time. This is where a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) can make a world of difference in your journey.  A CDFA is a professional specifically trained in the financial aspects of divorce. We help you and your legal team understand the long-term financial implications of different settlement options. It's important to note that a CDFA is distinct from a financial advisor - we don't provide investment advice or sell financial products. Instead, our role is to offer insights and analysis to support informed decision-making during your divorce process.

How I Support You

As your CDFA®, I provide high-level support that brings clarity to your most pressing questions:

• What will different property division scenarios mean for your future lifestyle?
• Should you keep the family home—or is it better to let it go?
• How will spousal support or child support affect your long-term cash flow?
• What are the real tax implications of this proposed settlement?
• What happens to your retirement, pensions, or equity compensation?
• Can you afford to say yes—or should you negotiate for more or something different?

Together, we’ll review the numbers, run projections, and evaluate the true impact of each decision—so you can move forward with confidence, not confusion.

Why Work With a CDFA® During Divorce?

Your divorce settlement is not just a legal agreement—it’s your financial future. I work closely with your legal team to:

• Explain complex financial concepts in clear, grounded language
• Offer data-driven, scenario-based analysis
• Highlight risks, opportunities, and long-term outcomes
• Help you understand exactly what you’re agreeing to—before you sign

You deserve more than guesswork. You deserve to make every decision with clarity and calm.

Importantly, I do not sell financial products or provide investment advice. My role is to offer unbiased, expert analysis focused entirely on the financial aspects of your divorce proceedings. This means you can trust that my input is based solely on helping you understand the potential outcomes of different settlement options.

A Holistic Approach, Rooted in Support

What sets my work apart is the layered support I provide. In addition to CDFA® financial analysis, I bring training as a CDC® Certified Divorce Coach and Family Financial Mediator to help you navigate both the emotional and logistical complexities of divorce.

• Financial Clarity – Through detailed analysis, projections, and expert insights
• Emotional Support – So you don’t have to carry the mental load alone
• Strategic Communication – For smoother conversations with attorneys or co-parents

This is where numbers meet nuance—because your decisions aren’t just financial. They’re personal

As your CDFA, CDC Certified Divorce Coach, and trained mediator, I offer a unique combination of skills to support you through this challenging process. I provide:

• In-depth financial analysis related to divorce settlements
• Emotional support and strategic planning as a divorce coach
• Facilitation of productive conversations as a mediator

This comprehensive approach allows me to support you in understanding not just the numbers, but also in navigating the emotional challenges and communication hurdles you may face during divorce.

The Path to Confidence Begins with Clarity

Whether you’re in the early stages of divorce, in active negotiations, or finalizing a settlement, I’m here to help you make informed, aligned choices about your future. This work is about elevating your understanding, strengthening your decision-making, and honoring the life you’re creating.

Because seeking support isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a mark of wisdom.

Let’s Begin This Next Chapter with Intention

You don’t have to navigate these financial decisions alone. Together, we’ll bring clarity to the complex, so you can move forward with peace, purpose, and power.