CDS® Canada Connect
Divorce Education & Networking
Support. Community. Growth
Monthly virtual events designed exclusively for Canadian Divorce Professionals to stay current, connect, and elevate their practice.
Event Series Overview
The CDS® Canada Connect Learning Series is a monthly online event crafted for Certified Divorce Specialists across Canada.
These events focus on practical training, real-world case studies, and industry updates to help you better serve your divorcing clients.
🔹 What You’ll Learn
Live expert-led insights covering legal, emotional, financial, and communication topics relevant to Canadian divorce professionals.
🔹 CDS® Community Benefits
Stay connected with CDS® grads across Canada, share knowledge, and expand your referral network through monthly virtual meetups.
Our mission doesn’t stop at certification. Every month, we host exclusive virtual learning events for CDS® designees and other Canadian Divorce Professionals, designed to provide ongoing support, real-world insights, and a collaborative space to grow.
✅ This Month's Presention
High Conflict or High Hurt? Understanding What Drives Difficult Behaviour
📅 Date: July 16, 2026
🕒 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EST
🎙️ Speaker: Dayana Romero
Difficult behaviour is often misunderstood. What appears to be conflict may actually be fear, grief, shame, or emotional overwhelm. In this session, we will examine the difference between high-conflict behaviour and high emotional distress, uncover the drivers behind client reactivity, and explore how professionals can better understand and navigate these challenging dynamics during one of life’s most difficult transitions.
Why Attend?
- Stay up to date on family law trends in Canada
- Get real-life case insights from fellow CDS graduates
- Ask questions in a supportive, educational space
- Build your referral network within the Canadian divorce industry
- Collaborate with fellow Canadian CDS® pros
- Get updates on Canadian divorce trends
These Monthly Events Are Just One of the Many Benefits of Becoming a CDS®
Already certified? You’re welcome to attend every month and expand your toolkit.
Not certified yet? Learn more about the CDS Program here »
Monthly Learning Themes
Every month, our CDS® Canada Connect Learning Series covers practical, relevant topics that divorce professionals face across various fields — from legal to emotional and financial.
Whether you’re navigating the family court system or supporting a client’s mental health, each session is designed to build your skills and confidence.
You’ll gain clarity on current challenges and learn how to better support clients across the divorce journey.
Recent Topics Covered
By Focus Area:
- From High Conflict to Agreement : Unlocking Effective Mediation Tools
- Stable Clients, Smoother Cases: Strategies to Help Clients Regulate Their Emotional States
- The business of mrriage and the mediation of prenuptial agreements
- From Screening to Courtroom: Addressing Domestic Violence in Divorce Cases
- Client Management in Divorce: A Legal Perspective for Interdisciplinary Professionals
- Beyond Automation: How AI is reshaping the divorce professional’s toolkit
Speakers Spotlight
DAYANA ROMERO
Dayana is a Registered Psychotherapist and Mediator in Hamilton, Ontario.
With over 17 years of experience, she offers a compassionate and expert approach to mental health and wellness.
Dayana holds a Bachelor’s degree in Counseling from Canada Christian College, a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Yorkville University, a Postgraduate diploma in Forensic Psychology from the University of Liverpool and a Mediation & Conflict Resolution diploma from Herzing College. Her extensive training enables her to utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, with specializations in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Dayana is also a Qualified Mediator with the ADR Institute of Ontario/Canada (ADRIO/ADRIC). She offers family mediation services for couples seeking to separate or divorce outside of the court system.
Dayana is committed to providing relationship services that cater to both religious and non-religious individuals, ensuring that everyone feels supported in their journey.
Attendee Benefits Recap
- Free access to expert-led training
- 1 Hour of CE credit for CDS® designees
- Real-world case studies from Canadian professionals
- Actionable strategies for emotional and legal support
- Opportunity to ask questions during live Q&A
- 30-minute networking session with other CDS® grads
- Replay access available to registered attendees
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