About Us
At Breakforward, our strength lies in our team. Meet Jennifer Donison, Julie Gill, and Dr. Kim Harris—seasoned professionals dedicated to shaping the next generation of divorce coaches. Their combined experience ensures a rich, insightful, and transformative learning journey for you.
Meet Our Facilitators

Jennifer Donison
Jennifer Donison is an Accredited Family Mediator, Parenting Coordinator, and Accredited Divorce Coach. She is the Vice President of the Divorce Coaches Association of Ontario (DCAO) and the Co-Founder of Separation Preparation. Jennifer is dedicated to helping individuals navigate separation with compassion and practical guidance.

Julie Gill
Julie Gill is an Accredited Family Mediator, Arbitrator, Parenting Coordinator and Accredited Divorce Coach. She is the founder of Families First Mediation and the co-founder of Separation Preparation. Julie is passionate about helping individuals and professionals better understand how to participate in family dispute resolution processes.

Dr. Kim Harris
Kim (Dr. Harris) is a clinical and forensic psychologist providing assessments and treatment to children, adolescents, adults, and families inside and outside of the legal system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have prior coaching or therapy experience to join the program?
While prior experience in coaching, family mediation, therapy, law can be helpful, it is not required. Our program is designed to provide comprehensive training, and give the appropriate recommendations to other training necessary, if needed. Whether you're new to coaching or have previous experience, you'll receive the tools and resources necessary to succeed as a Divorce Coach.
