The end of a relationship is one of the most stressful events in life a person can experience. Lawyers can provide advice about family law. Parties should make a genuine effort to resolve issues.
The end of a relationship is one of the most stressful events in life a person can experience. Lawyers can provide advice about family law and parties should make a genuine effort to resolve issues.
There are both community organisations and private counsellors and psychologists who can offer support and advice to help navigate the life changes associated with separation or divorce. If you have fears for your safety you should contact the police who have trained family violence officers who can help.
When parties have children it is important to seek help to process the transition from an intimate relationship to a co-parenting relationship and to avoid destructive behaviours and impulsive reactions.
Counselling can be a powerful tool to navigate feelings. Some practical approaches until you are able to obtain professional advice include :-
- Create a distance between yourself and your former partner to avoid heightened emotions and confusion;
- Avoid retaliatory actions;
- Participate in active self care including exercise, healthy diet, avoidance of substance abuse and sleep;
- Be aware of emotional triggers such as birthdays, holidays and important family occasions, and
- Enrol in a post separation support program that focuses on the needs of your children.
Swan Family Lawyers can provide you with legal advice in relation to the consequences of separation upon your parenting and financial affairs. Please contact us on (08) 8227 1970 if you require further information.