Divorce Journey Map

Your path through divorce, recovery, and renewal—at your own pace.

Your Journey

Phase 1
The Divorce Process
Legal steps from consideration to finalization
6 stages
Phase 2
Building Your New Life
Recovery, growth, and establishing independence
5 stages
Phase 3
Opening to Love Again
When you're ready, at your own pace
3 stages

1
The Divorce Process

Legal steps from consideration to finalization

Considering Divorce
Varies
Filing for Divorce
1-4 weeks
Temporary Orders
2-8 weeks
Discovery & Negotiation
2-6 months
Mediation or Trial
1 day - several months
Final Decree
1-4 weeks

2
Building Your New Life

Recovery, growth, and establishing independence

Post-Divorce Adjustment
3-6 months
Financial Independence
6-12 months
Personal Healing & Growth
6-18 months
Co-Parenting Rhythm
Ongoing
Social Reconnection
6-12 months

3
Opening to Love Again

When you're ready, at your own pace

Dating Readiness
Varies
Healthy Dating
Varies
New Chapter
Ongoing