“Covert narcissists want independent, high motivation, strong women”-Melissa Dionne. In this episode, Heather Quick, attorney and owner of Florida Women’s Law Group, discusses the complex and emotional situation of divorcing a narcissist with Melissa Dionne, a therapist, mediator, and parenting coordinator. Heather and Melissa discuss their similar, yet different roles when helping women through divorce. “They will still hold onto proceedings and drag things out as long as they can. To the outside world, they’re saying “I’m handling all my court stuff” but, in reality, they’re fighting to continue to be connected. They still want to have the attention, even if its negative attention.” – Melissa Dionne
Melissa Dionne, owner and LCSW of Jax Beach Counseling, earned her BS of Psychology from Old Dominion University and her Master of Social Work from Norfolk University shortly after. She is also certified in Counseling for Child Centered Play Therapy, as well as a certified guardian ad litem for the 7th district courts. Most recently, she has completed Sandra Brown’s Intensive Training on Narcissism and Psychopathic Abuse and Esther Perel’s Master Class on Trauma and the Roots of Infidelity. She has also completed the Florida Supreme Court Mediation Training and Parenting Coordinator program as well as social investigations training. Her clinical focuses include treating trauma survivors, divorce/related family issues, and everyday life stress management. In her free time, she practices yoga, is a foodie, and enjoys spending time with her daughters.
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