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Sep 30, 2026

Pennsylvania’s Child Support Guidelines: What Parents Need to Know

Finances

Pennsylvania’s 2026 Child Support Guidelines include important updates that may affect parents who pay or receive support. Susan E. Murray, Esq. explains the key changes, what remains the same, and when a parent may want to consider requesting a modification.

Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation - Our Blog
Sep 15, 2026

Meet an Alpha Mediator – Susan Murray, Esquire

Alpha Mediators

Susan Murray, Esquire, an Attorney-Mediator at Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation discusses divorce mediation and her areas of expertise.

Sep 14, 2026

Meet an Alpha Mediator – Debbie Y. Schneider, Esquire

Alpha Mediators

Debbie Y. Schneider, Esquire, an Attorney-Mediator at Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation discusses divorce mediation and her areas of expertise.

Child feeling isolated at school, representing the emotional impact of divorce on child
Aug 25, 2026

Why It’s Important for Your Child’s Teachers to Know about Your Divorce

Children and Divorce

A common mistake is this: the teacher and school staff are assuming this child lives in a two parent home. The beginning of school, school events, and issues that come up while a child is in school, like the above example, can highlight change in the home for both the child and parents.

young children in school
Aug 20, 2026

Helping Children Through Divorce at School | Three Be Method

Children and Divorce

After a divorce, parents spend a great deal of time and energy helping children cope with divorce and establishing stability so they can regain a …

Divorce budget planning worksheet with calculator and financial charts.
Jul 30, 2026

Divorce Budget Planning in Pennsylvania | Alpha Center

Finances

Debbie Y. Schneider, Esq., an Attorney at Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation talks about why her clients need to consider to prepare a budget when they commence their divorce.

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Jul 16, 2026

The Silent Loss Of Divorce: Understanding the Grief and Finding a Path Forward

Divorce Mediation, Therapist Blog

This Relationship May Not Have Become What You Hoped It Would Be. But This Ending May Be Opening You Into A Wiser, Freer, More Radiant …

Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation - Our Blog
Jun 17, 2026

Discernment Counseling for Couples at a Crossroads

Divorce Mediation, Therapist Blog Brittany Leffler

Should We Stay Together? How Discernment Counseling Can Help Interview with Brittany Leffler, LCSW  Brittany Leffler, LCSW from Heartwell Therapy, LLC Discernment Counseling: Importance, …

Jun 3, 2026

How Long After Mediation Is Divorce Final?

Children and Divorce, Divorce Mediation

Divorce mediation offers a more collaborative and efficient path to resolving disputes, but many couples wonder how long it takes for the divorce to be …

May 29, 2026

The Trauma of Divorce

Kathryn Graham, LCSW, MSW

When we think of trauma, we often picture catastrophic events like war, abuse, car accidents, or a natural disaster. We rarely think of a signed …

May 14, 2026

Before Hiring a Divorce Attorney: Consider Mediation

Divorce Mediation

Understanding Mediation as a First Step Beginning the divorce process can feel overwhelming. Emotions are often running high, uncertainty can feel heavy, and many people …

Apr 15, 2026

The Law Sets the Floor. Mediation Lets You Build the Future

Divorce Mediation

A Smarter, Calmer Way To Divorce, Designed Around Your Life, Your Family, And Your Goals. When people think about divorce, they often assume the law …

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Feb 25, 2026

Dating During Divorce: Dos and Don’ts

Divorce Mediation

Interview with Keila Gilbert, Founder   By: Debbie Y. Schneider, Esq. an Attorney at Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation, provides tips on the Dos and …

Dec 23, 2025

Dealing with Divorce During the Holidays

Future Post-Divorce

Michael Routh, an Attorney at Alpha Center for Divorce Mediation, provides tips on how to navigate the holidays during a divorce.

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