Frequently Asked Questions

Divorce coaching helps Sarasota-area clients move forward with structure and confidence. Unlike therapy, which focuses on emotional healing, divorce coaching focuses on planning and execution. At Starting Point by Freedom, we help you stay organized, communicate effectively, and make strategic decisions throughout the divorce process.

Our Sarasota divorce coaching services complement your attorney’s legal work. We help you gather documents, clarify questions, and manage the emotional side of divorce so you can use your attorney’s time efficiently. Many local family law firms in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and Tampa Bay refer clients to us because we help streamline the legal process.

Many of our Sarasota clients come to us before they’ve made a final decision. We’ll help you understand your options and clarify your next steps—without pressure or judgment. Whether you choose to reconcile, separate, or proceed, we’ll help you make that decision with confidence.

Discovery is the financial disclosure process required in most Florida divorces, including Sarasota County. You and your spouse must exchange detailed information about income, assets, debts, and expenses. We guide Sarasota and Tampa clients through this process—helping you gather, organize, and present your financial documents clearly and completely.

Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch often involve high-value assets, business ownership, or seasonal residences. Organized financial documentation ensures accuracy, avoids delays, and prevents unnecessary legal costs. Our discovery preparation services help clients protect their financial interests with clarity and precision.

Yes. Financial control is a common issue in Sarasota divorces, particularly in relationships involving domestic or emotional abuse. We’ll help you uncover financial information, understand your rights, and connect you with trusted financial experts through our parent company, Freedom Financial Services Group.

In Florida, a parenting plan is required in all divorces involving children. It outlines custody schedules, decision-making responsibilities, communication methods, and other details about co-parenting. We help Sarasota parents draft thoughtful, Florida-compliant plans that reflect your family’s unique needs.

We guide you through every detail—schedules, communication, and transitions—to help you design a stable, child-centered plan. Our Sarasota parenting plan specialists also consider local school calendars, travel logistics, and special needs to make sure your plan is practical and sustainable.

Conflict is common, but we specialize in helping Sarasota and Tampa families find productive paths forward. Through divorce coaching and family mediation, we create space for productive dialogue that focuses on your children’s best interests—not conflict or blame.

Mediation is often required in Florida before going to trial. It’s a confidential process where a neutral mediator helps both parties reach agreements on parenting, property, and finances. Our Sarasota mediation services offer a supportive, calm setting where both voices can be heard and respected.

Yes—with the right support. Our mediators are trained in trauma-informed and domestic abuse awareness practices, ensuring safety and fairness for all participants. We help clients from Sarasota to Tampa approach mediation with preparation, confidence, and control.

Court battles are expensive, lengthy, and emotionally draining. Mediation allows Sarasota families to resolve disputes privately, saving time, money, and emotional energy. It often results in more durable, peaceful agreements that both parties can uphold.

We are trained to recognize all eight forms of domestic abuse—emotional, financial, physical, verbal, sexual, spiritual, legal, and technological. We partner with local Sarasota and Manatee County resources when additional protection is needed and offer safe, confidential support to help you regain control of your life.

Many of our Sarasota clients face this same struggle. We honor your faith while helping you navigate divorce in a way that aligns with your values. Through compassionate coaching, we help you find peace, strength, and spiritual grounding as you move forward.

You’re not alone. Divorce can feel isolating—especially in tight-knit Sarasota or Lakewood Ranch communities—but help is here. We provide a confidential space to process emotions, regain perspective, and take steps toward emotional healing and independence.

While we’re based in the Sarasota area , we also serve clients across Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, Venice, Longboat Key, Tampa, and virtually throughout the U.S. No matter where you are, you’ll receive the same personal attention and expert guidance.

We’re not attorneys and do not provide legal representation. However, we collaborate closely with trusted Sarasota and Tampa law firms, CPAs, and financial professionals through Freedom Financial Services Group. This partnership ensures you receive comprehensive, coordinated support.

We offer confidential consultations both virtually and in person at our Sarasota office. During your session, we’ll clarify your goals, identify your biggest challenges, and outline the first steps toward a clear, confident path forward. Book your consultation today!