Discussing How to Implement A Therapeutic Separation with Carol the Coach

Carol the Coach interviews Dr. Jill Manning, the creator of a Therapeutic Separation Planning Guide. This one-of-a-kind guide provides clinicians, coaches, and couples with a highly structured, worksheet-style resource for planning a customized therapeutic separation. Over 120 open-ended questions cover key topics for separating couples. In addition to a visually appealing layout, expert tips, research data, and quotes are included to assist couples in organizing a therapeutic separation that is as healing as possible. This digital resource is a must-have for anyone contemplating a therapeutic separation, or for professionals working with couples who are candidates for this type of intervention.

A Therapeutic Separation Planning Guide is a 59-page PDF digital document that is divided into two main sections. Section one is for individual brainstorming by each partner, and section two is where the finalized therapeutic separation agreement comes together and is signed by the couple and the professionals involved. Each section includes worksheet-style pages filled with questions that are essential for creating a clear and effective therapeutic separation.

Carol and Dr. Jill will be discusssing why this guide creates more safety for couples as they navigate their needs.

The open-ended questions cover topics such as:

• Purpose & Goals
• Strengths & Weaknesses
• Timing & Length
• Expectations for Individual Work
• Expectations for Couples Work
• Living Arrangements
• Parenting Responsibilities
• Family Activities
• Couple Communication
• Division of Household Responsibilities
• Finances
• Physical Affection
• Sexual Intimacy
• Dating
• Holidays & Special Events
• Worship & Spiritual Practices
• Handling Issues or Disagreements that Arise
• Sobriety