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The Collaborative Divorce process is a new option for divorce. Instead of the more traditional divorce that could be adversarial, costly and wind up in court, the Collaborative Divorce is a team process. It addresses the three dimensions of divorce: legal, emotional and financial. The Collaborative Divorce is the only process which utilizes this team of experts to guide the couple through the divorce. As a member of this team Dr. Gang serves as either a Child Specialist or a Coach. The Child Specialist provides a voice for the child to insure that their true needs are addressed. The Coach deals with the tough emotional issues and insure effective communication between each spouse. Other members of the team include a Financial Specialist who helps the couple to make informed decisions about money and take control of their financial future and Attorneys, one for each spouse that provide skilled representation and guides the couple through the legal process.
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Please read more about Collaborative Divorce at CollaborativeDivorceTeamCT.org
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Co-Parenting Divorce Mediation is an excellent means of resolving issues that arise from the process of divorce and separation. Children are often caught in the middle and the effects could affect them for the rest of their lives. Mediation is a neutral process that assists parents in making decisions that are in the best interest of the child. Dr. Gang works with attorneys or other mediators in setting into action a sound agreement involving issues centering around the clients' children.
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Dr. Gang consults with school systems, daycare providers and parents in understanding the needs of children. There are a number of psychological disorders that can affect children. Some of the most common include: Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder. It is essential that an appropriate diagnosis is made in order to develop a treatment plan that best works for the child. When necessary, Dr. Gang collaborates with primary care physicians, neurologists or psychiatrists. Dr. Gang believes in a practical approach to treatment and establishes a case specific behavioral plan. |
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Adolescence is often a difficult time for children. Dr. Gang understands the developmental cycle and is able to create programs that meet the best needs of this population. As with children, he gathers information from several sources and develops a plan that best meets that needs of the adolescent. |
| Adults may encounter difficulty with an array of stressors. These could include: home, work, social relationships and extended family members. Prolonged stress can result in a variety of medical and emotional problems. Stress management with specific action plans, in dealing more effectively with conflicts, can often reduce the stress and lead to more effective daily functioning. |
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Treatment for couples and families follows the same diagnostic framework of assessment and intervention that pertains to children and adults. Committment to the treatment plan is essential if the desired goals are to be met. |
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Forensic Consultation, or dealing with issues as they relate to the legal system, is another area of specialty for Dr. Gang. Over the years he has served as an expert witness in dealing with psychological issues of mental competency, disability- as it relates to worker's compensation, custody and divorce. |