Moving from Crisis to Stability

Supporting Families
Through Divorce
in Boca Raton

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Helping Parents and Children Navigate Separation and Divorce with Stability, Clarity, and Healthier Co-Parenting

You Are in the Right Place If…

You are in the middle of a divorce and feel overwhelmed by decisions and emotions
You want to protect your children from the conflict and uncertainty
Communication with your co-parent has become tense or difficult
Your child is struggling with the changes in your family
You want guidance to move through divorce with clarity and emotional stability

We have four structured clinical programs designed to help individuals and families move from crisis to stability during divorce.

If you are searching for a divorce therapist in Boca Raton or divorce counseling near you, you may be feeling overwhelmed by the emotional and practical challenges of separation. Divorce can bring uncertainty, conflict, and deep concern about how the transition will affect your children.

At Boca Raton Center for Child and Family, we specialize in helping parents and families navigate divorce with greater stability, clarity, and healthier co-parenting relationships.

Our structured Divorce Recovery & Family Resilience Programs provide support at every stage of the transition.

Divorce Stabilization helps parents manage intense emotions, think clearly, and make thoughtful decisions during the early stages of separation.
Child Adjustment Support provides children with age-appropriate tools and guidance to help them adapt to two homes.
Co-Parenting Coaching offers practical strategies for communication, conflict reduction, and smoother parenting transitions.
Divorce Recovery focuses on rebuilding confidence, emotional strength, and a healthier next chapter after the legal process is complete.

Whether you are in the middle of a divorce or adjusting to life afterward, these programs are designed to help families reduce conflict, protect children, and move forward with resilience and clarity.

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Meet the Team of Experts

Meet our dedicated team of experts, committed to guiding you through the divorce stabilization and recovery process. With years of experience in counseling, lour professionals are here to provide compassionate assistance tailored to your unique situation. Together, we will help you navigate this challenging time with confidence and clarity, ensuring you have the resources you need for a brighter future. Trust our team to support you every step of the way.

Family Therapist

Dr. Susan Besman, PhD, LMFT

Dr. Susan Besman, PhD, LMFT, is a divorce recovery and co-parenting expert with over 25 years of clinical experience. She holds Doctoral and Master’s degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy and is certified in various areas, including New Ways for Families® and health and wellness coaching. As the founder of Lifelong Balance, she combines CBT, ACT, and health-forward coaching to enhance communication, reduce reactivity, and protect children's well-being. Dr. Albinder is dedicated to helping clients navigate challenging transitions to heal and thrive while ensuring children's emotional and psychological safety.

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Lead Psychologist - Child Psychologist

Dr. Edan M. Alacay Psy.D

Dr. Edan M. Alcalay, Psy.D., is a licensed clinical child and adolescent psychologist and the founder of The Boca Raton Center for Child & Family. earned his Doctorate and Master’s degrees from Albizu University and completed advanced at the Florida Psychoanalytic Center. An active researcher and Florida-qualified supervisor, Dr. Alcalay in anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, trauma, and complex conditions. He also offers during parental separation, focusing on adjustment, resilience, and healthy co-parenting.

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Office Manager

Emily Brooks

Emily S. Brooks received her Bachelor's in Business and Psychology from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She initially worked as a Human Resources Manager and Training Manager for large companies in the New York area. After moving to Florida and raising her two sons, she transitioned her management background into the medical field, running medical and chiropractic offices. Emily is the Administrative Manager for the Boca Raton Center for Child and Family and is the Coach for Mindvybe – a new and exciting protocol the Center is offering to help clients with anxiety, stress, sleep, and ADHD symptoms in a non-medical format.

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What to Expect When Working With

Dr. Susan Besman and Dr. Edan Alcalay

Divorce can feel overwhelming, and many parents are unsure where to begin. Our approach provides structured guidance and emotional support so you can move through this transition with greater clarity and stability.

Initial Consultation
We begin with a confidential consultation to understand your situation, the challenges you’re facing, and the support you’re seeking for yourself or your family.

A Clear Plan for Support
Based on your needs, we identify the most appropriate program—whether it is Divorce Stabilization, Child Adjustment Support, Co-Parenting Coaching, or Divorce Recovery. Each program is designed to provide practical tools and steady guidance during a difficult transition.

Focus on Stability and Practical Solutions
Sessions focus on emotional regulation, clear decision-making, and practical strategies that help reduce conflict and protect children during divorce.

A Supportive and Respectful Environment
Our role is to provide a calm, neutral space where you can process emotions, gain perspective, and develop healthier ways to navigate this change.

Moving Toward the Next Chapter
The goal is not only to help you get through the divorce process, but to help your family move forward with resilience, stability, and healthier relationships.

Our Programs

Divorce Stabilization

Our Divorce Stabilization Program provides immediate, short-term support for people at the beginning or in the middle of divorce. We help you regulate emotions, stay grounded, and make clear, rational decisions—so you can protect yourself and your children and avoid costly, conflict-fueled mistakes.

Child Adjustment Support

Our Child & Teen Adjustment Program helps kids navigate divorce and the transition to a two-home family with confidence. Led by Dr. Edan Alcalay, we provide age-appropriate support so children can process big feelings, build coping skills, and stay emotionally steady at home and at school.

Co-Parenting Coaching

Our Co-Parenting Coaching program uses New Ways for Families®–informed tools from High Conflict Institute to reduce conflict and protect children. Parents learn clear, calm communication, stronger boundaries, and practical routines that make decisions easier and transitions smoother across two homes.