Divorce is one of life’s major turning points. It affects your home, your finances, your children, your future, and your heart — all at once. And yet too often, the system designed to help couples separate only intensifies stress and conflict.
At Divorce With Dignity, we believe there is a better way. Today, we are thrilled to announce a new resource for families across Central Virginia:
Divorce With Dignity – Central Virginia Corridor
led by Breyette Lorntz, PhD, a Virginia Supreme Court Certified Mediator dedicated to guiding families through divorce with clarity, calm, and dignity.
This is not just another divorce service. It’s a supportive, human-centered approach designed to keep you out of court, out of conflict, and in control of your own future. And Breyette is the perfect person to bring that mission to life in Virginia.
Why Breyette?
A Mediator Who Leads With Empathy, Intelligence, and Structure
Families who meet Breyette immediately notice something different:
a grounded, steady presence who truly listens and helps you breathe a little easier.
As a certified mediator, she’s trained to guide difficult conversations without judgment or pressure — and as a communication expert with a PhD, she helps people express what they need with clarity and respect.
In moments that feel chaotic, Breyette brings calm direction and a focus on what comes next.
“Divorce shouldn’t take away your dignity. I help people make decisions with clarity — not chaos.” — Dr. Breyette Lorntz
Who She Is Beyond the Credentials
Divorce is not only a legal transition — it’s emotional, relational, and deeply personal. Breyette understands that humans don’t function at their best when they’re scared or overwhelmed.
Her work is rooted in decades of studying how people communicate under stress — what shuts conversations down, and what opens them up. That lens shapes every session she leads.
Clients say she helps them:
- slow the pace of conflict
- feel comfortable speaking honestly
- move from tension into understanding
- think clearly through hard decisions
This kind of support doesn’t show up in a court order — but it transforms outcomes.
“I’m not here to take sides. I’m here to help you stay focused on what supports your future.” — Dr. Lorntz
What Drives Her
This work is personal to Breyette.
She believes:
✔ conflict doesn’t define a family’s future
✔ dignity should never be lost in divorce
✔ children deserve a peaceful transition
✔ clarity is possible, even in uncertainty
✔ both people deserve respect during the process
Mediation allows her to ensure those values shape the path forward — for every couple she works with.
How Her Approach Supports You
Breyette’s style blends:
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Structure — decisions become manageable, not overwhelming
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Neutrality — both people are equally supported
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Communication skill — complicated conversations become possible
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Human connection — less fear, more collaboration
Her goal isn’t just reaching agreement — it’s helping you reach good agreements, ones that feel fair, workable, and aligned with your priorities.
Meeting You Where You Are
Every family arrives with a different story.
Whether you’re:
- still deciding what to do
- already living separately
- trying to protect your children from conflict
- unsure how to talk about finances
- in agreement on most things — or very few
She helps you take a clear, steady step forward.
Clients describe her as:
- patient
- nonjudgmental
- grounding
- compassionate
- a skilled guide through emotional territory
She helps you focus on the future, not re-fight the past.
A Neutral Guide When You Need It Most
Mediation is about maintaining control over your own life.
That means:
✔ You make the decisions
✔ You set the pace
✔ You keep conversations private
✔ You design solutions that actually fit your family
Breyette is there to keep communication respectful, focused, and productive — even when things have been tough for a long time.
Through mediation, you keep your voice, your privacy, and your peace.
A Clear, Calm Process — Step by Step
Divorce includes many important decisions.
Breyette helps you navigate them with structure:
1️⃣ Identify what needs to be decided
2️⃣ Share information needed for clarity
3️⃣ Explore and evaluate your options
4️⃣ Reach decisions you both can live with
5️⃣ Summarize agreements clearly so you can move forward
“When the process is organized and respectful, solutions become easier to find.” — Dr. Lorntz
Mediation Designed for Families With Children
Co-parenting is a lifelong relationship.
How you build that relationship during divorce matters.
She supports parents in:
- creating child-centered parenting plans
- establishing smooth transitions between homes
- protecting children from conflict
- defining healthy communication approaches
Children thrive when parents collaborate — mediation makes that possible.
Protecting Your Financial Stability
Court battles drain resources.
Mediation conserves them.
It is typically:
- lower in cost
- faster in duration
- more in your control
She helps you discuss:
- home transitions
- budgeting for two households
- shared expenses
- support decisions
- timelines for change
The focus isn’t on “winning.”
It’s on building a stable tomorrow.
Serving Central Virginia
Whether meeting in person or online, the support remains steady and confidential.
Online mediation can help when:
- distance is a factor
- emotions need space
- schedules are tight
- privacy matters
As long as both of you are in Virginia, you can mediate from anywhere.
A Supportive First Step
You don’t have to commit to mediation before you understand it.
A Free Discovery Session gives you:
- clarity around what comes next
- confidence that you have options
- a safe place to ask questions
- a sense of who will guide you
Sometimes one calm conversation is enough to feel hopeful again.
Why Divorce With Dignity
DWD has a long history of helping people separate without destroying their emotional or financial wellbeing — and without turning loved ones into opponents.
Our network stands for:
- dignity
- respect
- clear communication
- child-first planning
- sustainable agreements
- reduced stress and cost
And now — with Breyette — Central Virginia has a new and trusted resource for this work.
Today Is a Positive Turning Point
We are honored to welcome Dr. Breyette Lorntz to Divorce With Dignity and thrilled for the families who will be supported by her steadiness and skill.
For the parents who want to protect their children…
For the couples who want closure, not conflict…
For the person who wants to breathe again…
She is here.
And she’s ready to help.
Start Your Mediation Journey Today
📞 Call/Text: 434-207-8015
🌐 Visit: centralva.dwdignity.com
📆 Book: Free Discovery Session
A respectful path forward is possible.
You deserve clarity, stability, and dignity.
And you do not have to do this alone.
