On this informative episode of Talks with Dr Shafer, Dr. Shafer interviews Carl Knickerbocker, JD. Carl Knickerbocker is a lawyer specializing in Family Law and an advocate for parallel parenting and Family Law reform, and the founder of Unapologetic Parenting.  Carl Knickerbocker and Dr Shafer discuss the need for the court system to be trauma-informed and the importance of parallel parenting in high-conflict divorce cases. Mr Knickerbocker discusses the challenges faced by parents navigating the legal system and the limitations of psychological assessments in custody determinations. The conversation highlights the need for better support and resources for parents and children in these situations, and the early utilization of parallel parenting in developing a healthy parenting plan. In this conversation, Carl Knickerbocker and Dr. Shafer discuss the financial and emotional toll of high-conflict divorces and the role of family law firms in exacerbating the situation. They emphasize the importance of reclaiming self-trust and confidence as a parent, setting boundaries, and modeling healthy behavior for children. 

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Thank you to Special Guest Carl Knickerbocker, JD, for being on the show!

Learn more about Carl Knickerbocker, JD on his website 

www.carlknickerbockerlaw.com

Find Carl Knickerbocker's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Parallel-Parenting-Solution-Eliminate-Confict-ebook/dp/B097Z5QLGB?ref_=ast_author_dp

Listen to Carl Knickerbocker's podcast, Unapologetic Parenting, here: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unapologetic-parenting/id1547368543

Follow on Instagram at: @unapologeticparenting

Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment. 

Dr. Shafer's story is one of triumph, self-awareness, and tireless creation. As she has reclaimed her own story, rebuilding her life after difficult experiences, she launched We Don’t Tell Our Stories, an online community to help people suffering from Domestic Abuse and Intimate Partner Violence. Her love of writing inspired her to launch Little House of Dreams Publishing, a children’s literature publishing house focused on sharing the stories of children. Dr Shafer believes it is never too early to show young people how important their voice truly is, and the power they possess to create a better world. 

Connect with Dr. Shafer: https://drshaferstedronova.com/ 

To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel:    / @talkswithdrshafer  

This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice.

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Music Credit: Shafer Yost, Impulse