The High Conflict Co-Parenting Podcast

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Episode 311: Radical Listening Beatin the Loneliness Epidemic and Building Deeper Human Connections Jun 30, 2025

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In this episode of the High Conflict Co-Parenting Podcast, Brook Olsen sits down with therapist and author Christian Van Norberg to explore the power of radical listening—a practice that goes beyond active listening to foster deep connection and emotional regulation.

They discuss how presence, curiosity, and internal awareness can help you disengage from conflict, stay grounded, and support your children without getting pulled into drama. Whether you're navigating court stress or everyday parenting challenges, this conversation offers practical insight into staying calm and connected.

Listen now and discover how radical listening can transform the way you relate to yourself, your co-parent, and your children.

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Episode 310: Covert Narcissism and Family Court with Kelli Avallone May 23, 2025

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In this episode, Brook sits down with family law attorney Kelli Avallone to unpack the tricky dynamics of covert narcissism in custody battles and high-conflict divorces. They explore why labeling a co-parent as a narcissist can backfire, how courts really view psychological evaluations, and why focusing on evidence-based behavior is more effective than diagnosis. Kelli shares what covert narcissistic traits can look like in family court and how parents can respond strategically while keeping children out of the conflict.

Learn more about Kelli Avallone at her website: https://atty-avallone.com/

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Episode 309: Mindsets for Surviving Divorce with Kate Anthony Apr 25, 2025

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In this episode, Brook sits down with divorce coach Kate Anthony to unpack the mindsets that truly help during divorce, especially in high-conflict co-parenting situations. They discuss why emotional reactions can backfire, how to shift from wanting "fairness" to focusing on what's legal and strategic, and the importance of boundaries and radical acceptance. With practical tips and compassionate advice, this episode is a valuable guide for anyone facing the challenges of separation.

Learn more about Kate Anthony at her website:https://www.selfloverecovery.com/

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Episode 300: Disasterous Divorce To Priceless Relationship With Your Kids with Derrick Chevalier Dec 10, 2024

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In this episode Brook and his guest Derrick Chevalier discuss in depth the interconnection between negotiation in divorce and custody and first understanding what is on the playing field and who the players are first, before setting sail in the process. Getting yourself settled and using your unique knowledge of the situation in order to knit together the solution and the proper delivery system ie: Attorney, Mediator and such. By doing so getting to the center of the issues, such as finances and custody can be a much easier path and resulting in better outcomes become more available and ultimately less costly both emotionally and financially. This is a great conversation. Enjoy!!

Derrick can be contacted though his website at https://ddtpr.com/

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Episode 298 Projection, Transference and Countertransference, Making it Personal Oct 18, 2024

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In this episode Brook has special guest Nicola Ranson L.C.S.W. Brook and Nicola discuss the concepts of Transference and Projection as pertain to working with a coach or therapist. These are always taking place in all relationships and unconsciously affect the interaction. When working with a coach or therapist it is important the coach or therapist is trained to consciously identify it and not get entangled with but use it as an informative process to uncover deeper solutions and processes.

As a client it is important to find a coach that is seasoned and proficient so as not to collude or inappropriately direct. Enjoy!!
You can find more on Nicola and her writing at www.nicolaranson.org

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Episode 286 Where Did It All Go Forensics and Tracing Assets Apr 12, 2024

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In this episode Brook speaks with Attorney Kelli Avallone about the in's and out's, Features and Down sides of teaching for "Hidden Assets". Finding Assets can be difficult and deciding to do so should be a "Return On Investment" inquiry. Enjoy!!!!

You can reach Kelli at kelli@atty-avallone.com

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Episode 238 Raising Your Children, Leading While Following Apr 28, 2023

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In this episode Brook and Tony take another look at parenting and the importance of attainment with your children and the special attention that is essential to building as strong sense of self and self esteem in you kids. This Episode is directed at all parents not just those in High Conflict and not just a parallel parenting model. Please share this one with other parents you know as I think it will help wake up new thoughts in the direction you take in your parenting journey. Enjoy!!!

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Episode 113 Covid Holidays Nov 20, 2020

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In this episode Brook and Tony discuss the extra strains that Covid 19 put on families involved in High Conflict during the holidays and some solutions to help navigate them. If you are finding these podcast of value and would like to continue receiving this free content, commercial free please consider donating using the Donate button on your podcast page. Enjoy!!!

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Episode 88 Fear, Freeze, and Opening the Window to Movement May 22, 2020

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n this episode Brook and Charlie discuss how Fear and Freeze keep us stuck and from moving forward with the opportunities presented us and how we can monitor the freeze and begin to melt into movement and agency. If you are finding these podcast of value and would like to continue receiving this free content, commercial free please consider donating using the Donate button on your podcast page. Enjoy!!!

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Episode 36 Choices, Change, Conflict May 25, 2019

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In this episode Brook and Charlie discuss Choices, Change and Conflict. How when we begin to make choices toward health, the change that is created can engage us in healthy conflict that can propel us toward a future that will bring us to a point of new perspectives. If you are finding these podcast of value and would like to continue receiving this free content, commercial free please consider donating using the Donate button on your podcast page. Enjoy!!!

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