Clarity. Calm. A Strategic Plan.

Private coaching for financially established women

considering or navigating divorce from a high-conflict partner

Schedule a confidential consultation

Clarity. Calm. A Strategic Plan.

Private coaching for financially established women

considering or navigating divorce from a high-conflict partner

Schedule a confidential consultation

Now Is Not the Time to Go It Alone.

You’ve worked hard to build a successful life—but behind the scenes, your marriage feels like a roller coaster. You know something’s wrong. Maybe it’s emotional manipulation or infidelity. Maybe it’s financial secrecy. Maybe you've already made the decision to divorce, or had the decision made for you. You're trying to hold it all together, but you're afraid of making the wrong move and losing control of your future.

You don’t know how much longer you can keep doing it alone.

You don’t have to.

I will help you gain clarity and design a strategic exit plan—so you can break free from the emotional roller coaster, protect your assets, and navigate your divorce—and your future—with confidence and control.

About Me

Courtney Harkness, MBA, CDC®

Hi, I’m Courtney Harkness—a Certified Divorce Coach® with over 25 years of experience as a corporate executive and business owner. I specialize in guiding financially established women leaving high-conflict partners through the emotional and financial complexities of divorce.

Whether you’re quietly considering your options or already navigating divorce, I offer a strategic and judgment-free space to help you move forward—with clarity, calm, and control.

I work exclusively with financially established women facing high-stakes divorces:

Complex financial portfolios
Business and asset entanglements
High-conflict, narcissistic and emotionally manipulative partners
Parenting decisions in emotionally charged dynamics

My approach is confidential, practical, and collaborative. I work alongside attorneys, financial advisors, and therapists to ensure you’re supported at every level—legally, emotionally, and practically.

Beyond the strategy, I help you manage the deeply personal side of divorce:

The emotional roller coaster
The quiet unraveling behind a polished exterior
The fear of making the wrong move or losing what matters most

You don’t need to figure this out alone. You just need a calm, clear space—and a trusted guide who understands exactly what you’re facing.

Services

Initial Support

Empowered Divorce

A private, 3-session coaching package for women who feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or unsure how to move forward.

Three 60-minute private coaching sessions
Emotional grounding + strategic clarity
Text/email support between sessions

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Empowered Divorce

A 3-month private coaching program designed to support you through the emotional and financial complexity of divorce.

Weekly 60-minute private coaching sessions
Unlimited text/email support
Personalized divorce strategy and plan
Support across legal, financial, emotional, and parenting decisions
Collaboration with your divorce team professionals

Book a confidential consultation

Ongoing Support

Empowered Divorce

Ongoing Support

For current or past clients who need continued support.

Monthly ongoing
2–3 coaching sessions/month
Text/email support between sessions

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Testimonials

"During my high-stakes, high-conflict divorce, Courtney was an invaluable source of calm, clarity, and support. Her discretion, empathy, and business-savvy guidance helped me make confident decisions during a very difficult time. I’m incredibly grateful for her continued coaching and insight."
— Ann

"As a practicing attorney for over 20 years, I wish more of my clients had access to a coach like Courtney. She has a rare blend of empathy, business acumen, and strategic insight. She’s a sharp negotiator who understands both the legal process and the emotional toll of litigation, and her ability to see all sides of an issue and predict costly missteps is impressive. Courtney is exactly the kind of coach I’d choose for my own clients."
— Margaret, Attorney

"As a corporate executive, I make high-impact decisions daily—but my own divorce was overwhelming. Courtney helped me find clarity, focus on what mattered, and recognize where I had strength and leverage. Her calm, empathetic presence made it easy to trust her, and her experience gave me confidence in the decisions I had to make. I couldn’t have made it through without her."
— Lynne

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a divorce coach?

A divorce coach is a trusted, strategic partner who helps you navigate the emotional and practical complexities of divorce with clarity, confidence, and discretion.

How do you support clients?

I work with clients at any stage—from evaluating their marriage to post-divorce transitions. My support includes:

Strategy for complex financial and business interests
Preparing for high-conflict dynamics
Parenting and family decision-making
Professional team selection and coordination
Emotional grounding and steady guidance

Why hire a divorce coach when I already have a lawyer or therapist?

I complement both. Lawyers handle the legal process. Therapists help with healing. I help you stay focused, emotionally grounded, and strategically prepared—so you can make clear, confident decisions and avoid costly missteps. I also help you maximize the value of your legal and financial professionals by ensuring you're asking the right questions, gathering the right information, and staying one step ahead.

What if I don’t have an attorney yet?

That’s perfectly fine. I can help you evaluate what kind of legal support you need and refer you to a select list of trusted attorneys. Together, we’ll build a professional team that aligns with your goals, values, and the complexity of your situation—so you can move forward with confidence and clarity from the start.

Do you collaborate with my lawyer, financial advisor, or therapist?

Yes. With your permission, I work alongside your legal, financial, and emotional support professionals to ensure you’re protected at every level. My role is to help you stay emotionally grounded and strategically prepared—so you can make the most of the experts around you.

I have extensive experience working with attorneys, and my services are designed to complement—not compete with—theirs. In fact, many attorneys tell me that my involvement helps clients show up more focused, credible, and clear throughout the process.

Do I need to be sure I want a divorce before we work together?

No. Many of my clients come to me feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or emotionally conflicted. You don’t need to have a final decision—you just need a safe, private space to think clearly and discuss your options.

Part of my role is helping you slow the mental swirl and get grounded in what’s really happening—emotionally, financially, and within your relationship—so you can make the right decision for you and your future.

Some clients ultimately choose to divorce. Others realize they’re not ready, or that there’s more work to do inside the relationship. Either way, there is no judgment—just support, clarity, and strategy for whichever path you choose.

Can I work with you if I live in a different city or state?

Of course. I work virtually with clients across the U.S. via private video or phone sessions. Many of my local clients also opt for virtual sessions.

Clarity. Calm. A Strategic Plan.

Clarity. Calm. A Strategic Plan.

Now Is Not the Time to Go It Alone.

About Me

Courtney Harkness, MBA, CDC®

Services

Initial Support

Empowered Divorce

Empowered Divorce

Empowered Divorce

Empowered Divorce

Empowered Divorce

Ongoing Support

Empowered Divorce

Ongoing Support

Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

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