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Finding Strength with Shell
Shell Sawyer, CDFA®

Finding Strength with Shell Shell Sawyer, CDFA®Finding Strength with Shell Shell Sawyer, CDFA®Finding Strength with Shell Shell Sawyer, CDFA®

CDFA®, Divorce Coach, Mediator, & Co-Parenting coach

CDFA®, Divorce Coach, Mediator, & Co-Parenting coachCDFA®, Divorce Coach, Mediator, & Co-Parenting coachCDFA®, Divorce Coach, Mediator, & Co-Parenting coach

Feeling drained from co-parenting battles? Navigating the new dynamics after a recent divorce?

co-parenting support in Connecticut

You deserve peace to move forward...

Your children deserve to be the top priority... 

You seek clear boundaries for stability...


I can help you overcome conflict, communicate clearly and effectively, reach meaningful agreements, establish solid boundaries, and cultivate a more harmonious co-parenting relationship.

Let’s work together to create the thriving environment you and your children deserve

Co‑Parenting with Clarity, Compassion, and Collaboration

Child Focused

Clear Effective Communication

Clear Effective Communication

At the center of my coaching is one guiding truth: children thrive when the adults in their world feel steady, supported, and aligned. 


My approach helps parents shift from conflict to collaboration by focusing on what matters most — their child’s emotional safety, stability, and sense of belonging.


I help parents understand their child’s developmental needs, reduce tension between households, and build communication habits that protect kids from adult stress. Together, we create predictable routines, healthy boundaries, and shared expectations so children can move between homes with confidence and ease.


This is not about perfection. It’s about modeling respect, resilience, and teamwork — giving your child the gift of two homes that feel safe, connected, and grounded.

Clear Effective Communication

Clear Effective Communication

Clear Effective Communication

Healthy co‑parenting begins with communication that is steady, respectful, and easy to understand. 


My coaching helps parents move away from reactive conversations and toward clear, intentional communication that supports both households — and most importantly, their children.


I guide parents in developing practical tools to express needs, set boundaries, and navigate difficult topics without escalating conflict.


Together, we create communication habits that reduce misunderstandings, increase cooperation, and make everyday decisions feel more manageable.


The result is a calmer, more predictable co‑parenting dynamic in which both parents feel heard, and children experience the stability they deserve.

Collaborate Amicably

Clear Effective Communication

Collaborate Amicably

Co‑parenting works best when both parents can show up as partners rather than opponents. 


My coaching helps parents move from conflict and defensiveness into a more cooperative, solution‑focused dynamic. 


Together, we build the skills needed to communicate respectfully, make shared decisions, and navigate challenges without escalating tension.


I guide parents in creating agreements, routines, and boundaries that honor each household while keeping the child’s wellbeing at the center. 


With practical tools and a calm, neutral space to practice new approaches, parents learn how to collaborate with more ease, clarity, and mutual respect.


The result is a co‑parenting relationship that feels steadier, kinder, and far more sustainable — for the adults and the children who depend on them.

Let’s Strengthen Your Co‑Parenting Partnership

Here are some common challenges that co-parents often share

Reimbursements & Child related Expenses

Reimbursements & Child related Expenses

Reimbursements & Child related Expenses

Questions about who pays for what — from extracurriculars to medical costs — can quickly become emotional. 


I provide a neutral space to clarify agreements, create fair systems for reimbursements, and reduce financial tension between households.


Emotional Tension or Residual Conflict

Reimbursements & Child related Expenses

Reimbursements & Child related Expenses

Even long after separation, old patterns can resurface. 


I support parents in shifting from past hurt to present‑day teamwork, creating a more peaceful environment for their children.

Communication Breakdowns

Reimbursements & Child related Expenses

Differing Parenting Styles

Parents often come to me when conversations feel tense, reactive, or easily misunderstood. 


I help them build communication habits that are calm, clear, and focused on solutions rather than conflict

Differing Parenting Styles

Reimbursements & Child related Expenses

Differing Parenting Styles

From bedtime routines to screen‑time expectations, it’s common for parents to struggle with consistency between homes. 


I guide them in creating shared agreements that support their child’s emotional and developmental needs.

If you’re looking for co-parenting support and divorce coaching that blends emotional safety with effective communication and expert divorce guidance, you’re in the right place. This is where you learn to co‑parent with confidence, clarity, and a renewed sense of strength.

Co‑parenting works best when both parents shift from keeping score to working side‑by‑side. It’s not about winning, proving a point, or comparing households. It’s about creating a stable, supportive environment where your child feels safe, loved, and connected in both homes. 


My coaching helps parents move from conflict to cooperation by building communication skills and shared agreements that enable true collaboration. 


When parents work together, children thrive — and that’s the real victory.

Co-Parenting Coaching Can Help You:

Peaceful co-parenting is the goal

🌿Support Your Child’s Emotional Well‑Being

🌿Navigate Money Matters with Clarity

🌿Strengthen Boundaries and Agreements

🌿Make Co‑Parenting Decisions with Confidence

🌿Create Consistent Routines Between Homes

🌿Break Old Patterns and Build New Skills

🌿Improve Communication Skills

🌿Reduce Conflict and Tension

Yes, I want to Collaborate More Amicably

Who is Caring Co-Parenting for?

For Moms or Dads: 

Co‑parenting coaching isn’t only for pairs — many parents come to me individually when they want support, clarity, or a calmer way forward. Working one‑on‑one gives you a private, judgment‑free space to focus on your own growth, your child’s needs, and the parts of co‑parenting you can influence, even if the other parent isn’t ready or willing to participate.


For Co-Parents, Blended Families and Stepparents: 

Every modern family looks a little different — and each one deserves support that feels grounded, respectful, and centered on the child’s wellbeing. My coaching creates a calm, neutral space where co‑parents, blended families, and stepparents can build healthier communication, clearer expectations, and more peaceful day‑to‑day dynamics.


No matter the family structure, my coaching focuses on:

  • Clear, effective communication
  • Child‑centered decision‑making
  • Healthy boundaries and shared expectations
  • Reducing conflict and emotional tension
  • Creating stability across households
  • Supporting each adult’s confidence and wellbeing


When the adults feel steady and supported, children thrive — and that’s the foundation of every session.

Co-parenting coaching in CT
Let's take the next step toward a brighter future!

What Can You Expect?

Co-parenting support

I totally get how tough co-parenting can be—I’ve been through it myself, and it’s definitely a journey filled with ups and downs.  With me by your side, you get:


🌿Personalized one-on-one coaching designed with your unique goals and emotional landscape in mind. 


🌿A judgment-free atmosphere where you can process your feelings, plan, and grow. 


🌿Practical, actionable tools that combine emotional healing with effective strategies. 


🌿A compassionate partner who recognizes your resilience, even during challenging times.  


You're not alone in this journey, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. 

Ready to create a calmer, more connected co‑parenting experience?

Schedule a complimentary consultation and take the first step toward a healthier path forward
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Shell Sawyer, CDFA®️

27 Town Line Road 2nd Floor, Suite 3 Wethersfield, CT 06109

(860) 613-5575

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