Parenting & You With Dr. Shefali

How to Protect Your Child During Divorce

August 18, 2026·44 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

On today’s episode, Dr. Shefali sits down with clinical social worker and author Erica Komisar to talk about one of the most difficult experiences a family can face: divorce.Drawing from decades of experience working with children and families, Erica explains how attachment, anxiety, depression, and early childhood experiences can shape a child’s emotional well being. She also shares why the parent child relationship becomes even more important during a divorce.Inspired by the many families she has helped, Erica wrote The Parent’s Guide to Divorce to give parents the tools to navigate separation in a healthier way while protecting their children’s mental health.Whether you are going through a divorce or supporting someone who is, this episode offers thoughtful advice on helping children feel safe, secure, and supported during a difficult time.If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast. You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.comIf you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to become a more conscious parent yourself, come join her powerful community—where you’ll get access to all her parenting classes, live workshops, and round-the-clock support from Dr. Shefali and her team of expert coaches. This is your space to heal, grow, and build the connected, authentic relationship with your child you’ve always longed for. For more information go to www.drshefali.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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