Client Resources

Additional information and client resources that can assist you in getting your life back on track.

Support Materials

Download Our 2026 NC Divorce Cost Calculator

Ready to see exactly where your marital estate stands?

Download Cape Fear Family Law’s 2026 NC Divorce Cost Calculator.


Download Our Holiday Custody Conflict Resolution Quick Guide

Holiday custody conflict does not have to become a legal fireworks show in the driveway.

Download Cape Fear Family Law’s Holiday Custody Conflict Resolution Quick Guide to plan safer exchanges, reduce alcohol-related conflict, and protect your children before the holiday weekend begins.


Download Our NC Child Support Job-Loss & Worksheet Checklist

Lost your job or worried your child support number is wrong?

Download Cape Fear Family Law’s NC Child Support Job-Loss & Worksheet Checklist before the next payment comes due. The checklist helps you gather the documents needed to understand Worksheet A, B, or C, prepare for a modification consultation, and avoid the costly mistake of waiting while support arrears vest.


Download Our 2026 Summer Custody Survival Tool Kit

Download our FREE 2026 Summer Custody Survival Tool Kit and learn how to:

  • Review your custody order before problems arise
  • Handle out-of-state travel correctly
  • Track summer camp and childcare expenses
  • Navigate hurricane evacuations and schedule disruptions
  • Know the difference between a custody violation and a simple annoyance

Built specifically for North Carolina parents.


Download Our Homewrecker Evidence Guide 2026

Don’t lose your case before it starts. Download my Homewrecker Evidence Guide to see the 10 places they forgot to hide their tracks—and how to grab them legally.


Download Our Military Divorce Deployment Checklist 2026

Download our Military Divorce Deployment Checklist to see the 10 tactical moves to secure your perimeter before you ship out.


Download Your Facebook Messages

Use our step-by-step instructions: to download your Facebook messages


Keep Your Kids Safe Online

How to Protect Your Child’s Mobile Device Usage: view our blog post
How to Keep Kids Safe on YouTube [Full Guide 2022]: view this helpful article we found on the internet


Paternity and DNA Testing

ARCpoint Labs of Jacksonville N.C.
Offering various paternity and DNA tests.
3221 Henderson Drive.
Jacksonville, NC 28546
Phone: 910-330-0500
www.arcpointlabs.com/jacksonville-nc/


Divorce and Parenting

Cooperative Parenting & Divorce – Local program that offers an interactive, comprehensive resources for parents to examine the complex reality of parenting apart. For info: 910-256-6163

Making Two Homes Work – Online educational program that examines the impact of conflict on children and how to create a more cooperative co-parenting relationship.
dc4k.org and divorcecare.org – Located nearby support groups where parents can share experiences and rebuild their lives. Children aged 5-12 can participate in activities and make friends with others going through similar transitions.


Mental Health

Bridge Builders
311 Judges Road
Building 1, Unit E
Wilmington, NC 28405
Phone: 910-792-9888
bridgebuilderscounseling.com

Karen Wheeler
3173 Wrightsville Ave
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: 910.251.7950
[email protected]

Kim Johnson
16581 US HWY 17 North Suite 600
Hampstead, NC, 28443
Phone: 910.270.9995
www.anchorpsychological.com/

Heather Lanier
7741 Market St. Suite I
Wilmington, NC 28411
Phone: 910.343.8424
thetrinitywellnesscenter.com

Loralie Grigas
1328 N. Lake Park Blvd., Suite 109
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
Phone: 910.458.4544
[email protected]

Brenda Knierim
3907 Wrightsville Avenue, Suite 110
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: 910.799.6162
[email protected]
itahealing.com

Thomas Mates
7032 Wrightsville Ave # 103
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: 910.256.6163
matesmentalhealth.com

George Gates
1606 Wellington Ave, Suite H
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: 910.793.6144
[email protected]
https://gatewaypsych.com/

Dr. Phillip Sharp – Psychologist, New Hanover County
219 Racine Dr., Ste. A3
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: 910.313.0460
www.phillipsharp.net

Insight Health Services – Linda Whitlock, MSW, New Hanover County
311 N. Second Street, Suite 1
Wilmington , NC 28401
Phone: 910.251.2106
[email protected]
insightwellnessservices.com

Integrated Therapy Associates – Yael Gold, Ph.D., New Hanover County
3907 Wrightsville Avenue, Suite 110
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: 910.799.6162
[email protected]
itahealing.com

Agape Counseling Services – Troy Peverall, LPC, LCAS, CCS, New Hanover County
3806 Peachtree Ave., Unit 210
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: 910.251.7789
[email protected]
agape-counseling.org

Potentials – Shelley Chambers, MSW, LCSW, Wilmington, NC
2505 S. 17th St., Suite 200
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: 910.254.4545
[email protected]
potentialsnc.com

Mary Christine Parks, LMFT
4302 Wrightsville Avenue Suite 1
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: 910.622.7204
[email protected]
marychristineparks.com

Marcia Gadlin Gelman, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMT, LLC 717-208-8154
Wilmington NC Counseling – Charis Counseling Center, Kim Longbottom and Tracy Boyer-Matthews
4014 Oleander Office Park,
Suite 103, Building D
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: 910.791.5171

 


Spiritual Health

First Baptist Church
411 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: 910.763.2471
fbcwilmington.org

Grace Baptist Church
1401 N. College Rd.
Wilmington NC, 28405
Phone: 910.799.6442
gracenc.org

Divorce Care – Spiritual Assistance
Phone: 800.489.7778
[email protected]
divorcecare.org


Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Shelter & Hotline (Wilmington)
Phone: 910.343.0703

North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Phone: 888.232.9124

Brunswick County, Hope Harbor Home
Phone: 910.754.5726

Pender County, Safe Haven of Pender
Phone: 910.259.8989


Private Investigators

Lighthouse Investigative – Serving the Wilmington, NC area and beyond, Lighthouse Investigative stands by to provide you with the information you need at a competitive price.
212 Princess Street,
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: 910.803.1411
[email protected]

Bert Croom, LLC – Private Investigations, New Hanover County
201 N. Front Street, Suite 513
Wilmington, N.C. 28401
Phone: 910.350.6777
[email protected]

Cape Fear Investigative Services – Private Investigator, New Hanover County
401 N. Chestnut St. – Suite D
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: 910.762.4374
[email protected]
capefearinvestigative.com

East Coast Private Investigations – Private Investigator, New Hanover County
1516 Dawson Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: 910.341.0006
[email protected]
eastcoastprivateinvestigations.com


Family Law Attorneys in other Counties

Separating Together – Adrian J. Davis, Wake County
Adrian Davis – Separating Together – Wake County
4600 Marriott Drive, Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27612
Phone: 919.573.4842
separatingtogether.com

Hatcher Law Group – Rowan, Stanly and Union Counties
801 East Trade Street, Suite 100,
Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone: 704.769.2566
hatcherlawgroup.com

Rosen Law Firm – Durham, Cabarrus, Wake, Orange, Gaston, Johnston, Mecklenburg Counties
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 118
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: 919.787.6668
rosen.com


Child Support

N.C. Child Support Calculator – Rosen Law Firm, North Carolina
rosen.com/childcalculator

N.C. Division of Social Services – N.C. Department of Health and Human Services
ncdhhs.gov

 


Collaborative Attorneys

J. Albert Clyburn
502 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: 910.202.1077

Ashley Michael
701 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: 910.815.0085
[email protected]


Financial

Coastline Mortgage
coastline-mortgage.com


Helpful Info

Is My Spouse a Narcissist?

How do NC family courts handle a narcissistic parent? Learn how narcissistic traits, alienation, gaslighting, co-parenting refusal, contempt, and child impact show up in North Carolina custody court.

Mediation vs. Litigation in NC: True Cost Breakdown Per Spouse

If you are facing a separation in Guilford County, the anxiety keeping you awake at 2:00 AM usually comes down to two things.

How Much Does a Collaborative Divorce Cost in North Carolina? (Estates $100K–$3M)

How much a collaborative divorce costs in NC for estates of $100K–$3M — typical $4,000–$20,000 combined. Cost breakdown, litigation comparison, and FAQs from Board-Certified Specialist Adrian Davis.

DWI on the 4th

DWI on the 4th: How One “Over-Served” Holiday Could Cost You Custody in North Carolina

Child Custody and Infidelity in North Carolina

What Every Parent Needs to Know. Does infidelity affect child custody in North Carolina? Learn when cheating, adultery, or an affair partner around your children can matter in an NC custody case.

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