In this powerful episode, I sit down with identical twins, licensed mediators, and boundary powerhouses Jan and Jillian Yuhas, co-founders of Divorce Family Mediations. With their signature blend of insight, strategy, and empathy, they break down the nuanced (and often misunderstood) concept of coercive control in co-parenting relationships—and what it really takes to protect children through divorce and beyond.
We talk about:
Why kids run away (hint: it’s rarely what parents think)
What “high-conflict” really means in a co-parenting dynamic
How trauma informs parenting patterns—and how to break free
What a loophole-free parenting plan looks like in real life
The biggest boundary mistake co-parents make (and how to fix it)
Why emotional regulation is your biggest power move
You’ll also hear their compelling case for shifting from trauma-informed ultimatums to value-aligned boundary setting and how this simple shift can transform your co-parenting experience.
Whether you're navigating the messy middle of separation, advocating for your kids in family court, or supporting someone who is, this is an episode packed with clarity, comfort, and next steps.
📚 Explore Jan & Jillian’s Work: → Book: Boundary Badass → Online Courses: Courses & Scripts → Blog: Coercive Co-Parenting Insights → Instagram: @divorcefamilymediation
🔗 Ready to work with them? Book a consultation here: divorcefamilymediations.com
Catch the episode on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Read the full blog here.
