CCDG Psychologist Elaine Ducharme on Covid, Divorce & Mental Health

Psychologist Elaine Ducharme

“Covid has stressed the majority of individuals and families. When divorce is added to this mix it is not unusual to find one or both parents exhibiting signs of anxiety or other mental health issues,” said CCDG psychologist Dr. Elaine Ducharme. “During a traditional litigated divorce there is often an attempt to use a mental health diagnosis against a parent. The Collaborative Divorce approach allows the team to figure out ways to understand the implications of a mental health disorder on parenting abilities, connect with key providers and work to develop a parenting plan that allows for appropriate treatment for the individual  development and maintenance of a strong bond between the children and both parents and the overall health and well being of the children.”