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Beyond Narcissism: How to Divorce a Sociopath with Attorney, Kerrie Droban on The Divorce & Beyond Podcast #284 The Divorce and Beyond® Podcast with Susan Guthrie, Esq.

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This week, Susan Guthrie, Esq., welcomes best-selling author and attorney Kerrie Droban to the Divorce & Beyond Podcast. Kerrie helps you dive into the scary world of divorcing a sociopath or worse, a psychopath.  Who better than a criminal law attorney who has been there herself to help you get through? 
There’s a great deal of information about narcissism available today. In this episode, we go beyond narcissism as Kerrie joins Susan to talk about the rise of the sociopath, anti-social personality disorder, and more. Together they get to the crux of divorcing a sociopath including what to expect and how to protect yourself.
Kerrie Droban is an award-winning author and criminal and family attorney residing in Arizona. With numerous appearances and interviews on national television and radio shows, she has established herself as an expert on the pathology of the criminal mind, motorcycle gangs, and a mentor to new and aspiring true crime writers.
Topics and Golden Nuggets include:
What is a sociopath, anyway? Plus, how to identify the difference between a narcissist, sociopath, and psychopath 
The dangers of being in a relationship with a sociopath 
Sociopaths are masters of manipulation - so it is imperative to have a strategy for your divorce, including the need to vet your legal representation and ensure they have experience with sociopathy  
How to protect yourself when divorcing a sociopath
Why Kerrie says mediation is a valuable tool when divorcing someone with pathology 
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About this week's special guest: Kerrie Droban
Kerrie Droban is an award-winning author and criminal & family attorney residing in Arizona. With numerous appearances and interviews on national television and radio shows, she has established herself as an expert on the pathology of the criminal mind, motorcycle gangs, and a mentor to new and aspiring true crime writers.
Kerrie received a Master's degree from The Johns Hopkins University Writing Seminars, and a Master of Fine Arts and Juris Doctorate from the University of Arizona.
She has been a keynote speaker at gang task force conferences and a national speaker at various writing conferences across the country. She has also appeared on national television on CNBC’s “American Greed: A Widow’s Web,” A&E’s “Gangland: Behind Enemy Lines,” the American Heroes Channel’s “Codes and Conspiracies,” “Investigation ID,” and the Discovery Channel’s “Deadly Devotion.”
Kerrie’s website
Kerrie law firm
Kerrie’s books
Mentioned in this episode:
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Audible Plus and Audible Premium Plus 
You can get a free trial of Audible Plus and if you decide to subscribe to Audible Premium Plus you will also get up to two free audiobooks!   
Check it out today and it makes a great gift too: Audible Gift Memberships 
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This week, Susan Guthrie, Esq., welcomes best-selling author and attorney Kerrie Droban to the Divorce & Beyond Podcast. Kerrie helps you dive into the scary world of divorcing a sociopath or worse, a psychopath.  Who better than a criminal law attorney who has been there herself to help you get through? 
There’s a great deal of information about narcissism available today. In this episode, we go beyond narcissism as Kerrie joins Susan to talk about the rise of the sociopath, anti-social personality disorder, and more. Together they get to the crux of divorcing a sociopath including what to expect and how to protect yourself.
Kerrie Droban is an award-winning author and criminal and family attorney residing in Arizona. With numerous appearances and interviews on national television and radio shows, she has established herself as an expert on the pathology of the criminal mind, motorcycle gangs, and a mentor to new and aspiring true crime writers.
Topics and Golden Nuggets include:
What is a sociopath, anyway? Plus, how to identify the difference between a narcissist, sociopath, and psychopath 
The dangers of being in a relationship with a sociopath 
Sociopaths are masters of manipulation - so it is imperative to have a strategy for your divorce, including the need to vet your legal representation and ensure they have experience with sociopathy  
How to protect yourself when divorcing a sociopath
Why Kerrie says mediation is a valuable tool when divorcing someone with pathology 
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About this week's special guest: Kerrie Droban
Kerrie Droban is an award-winning author and criminal & family attorney residing in Arizona. With numerous appearances and interviews on national television and radio shows, she has established herself as an expert on the pathology of the criminal mind, motorcycle gangs, and a mentor to new and aspiring true crime writers.
Kerrie received a Master's degree from The Johns Hopkins University Writing Seminars, and a Master of Fine Arts and Juris Doctorate from the University of Arizona.
She has been a keynote speaker at gang task force conferences and a national speaker at various writing conferences across the country. She has also appeared on national television on CNBC’s “American Greed: A Widow’s Web,” A&E’s “Gangland: Behind Enemy Lines,” the American Heroes Channel’s “Codes and Conspiracies,” “Investigation ID,” and the Discovery Channel’s “Deadly Devotion.”
Kerrie’s website
Kerrie law firm
Kerrie’s books
Mentioned in this episode:
Audible: Did you know that you can now listen to The Divorce & Beyond podcast on your favorite audiobook platform, Audible?  If you are like me and love your audiobooks along with your podcasts, this is a great time to check out Audible memberships – they have two levels: 
Audible Plus and Audible Premium Plus 
You can get a free trial of Audible Plus and if you decide to subscribe to Audible Premium Plus you will also get up to two free audiobooks!   
Check it out today and it makes a great gift too: Audible Gift Memberships 
**********************************************************
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: 
Divorce Super Squad
Are you considering or going through a divorce and have lots of questions, but not a lot of resources? Join Your Divorce Squad's Ultimate Divorce Webinar on Friday, February 3rd!   In one hour you'll go from "I don't know?" to "I've got this!". 
Meet Your Squad: divorce prep specialist Alex Beattie, parenting plan expert Samantha Boss, divorce recovery coach Leah Marie Mazur, and financial coach Eboney Byrne. 
These four sought-after divorce coaches have teamed up to make helping women save time and money during divorce easy and affordable! 
During the webinar you'll be able to ask each coach questions, learn mistakes to avoid, get tips and tools to make your divorce journey easier, gain clarity, and more. Space is limited, so sign up today! 
Learn

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