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Our Story, Our Mission

Built from experience. Guided by compassion.

OUR FOUNDER

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Ronnie Kaufman
Founder • Journey Guide

 

The experience behind my divorce recovery approach

For nine years, I served as chair of Divorce Recovery, Inc. in Tucson, AZ facilitating over 30 support groups and working with hundreds of people navigating divorce and relationship endings. I witnessed grief, anger, fear, and confusion—and also resilience, insight, and renewal.

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Exploring Beyond Divorce grew from that experience, shaped by what people needed, asked for, and found helpful in their recovery. My own healing journey and the guidance of my mentor, Dr. Frank R. Williams, also helped shape the program’s compassionate approach.

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Earlier in my career, I worked in technology, consulting, and organizational leadership. Those years taught me to see complex situations clearly, listen carefully, and create practical ways forward. Coaching training through Newfield Network deepened my approach to supporting people through change.

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My commitment to service has also included nonprofit board work and community volunteering. Alongside this work, I have written personal reflections for more than 30 years, exploring how we find meaning and understanding in ordinary moments.

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What matters most to me now is not what I built in my career, but how I listen—and how I support people with steadiness, compassion, and respect for their own pace. I bring that intention to every conversation and every part of this program.

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Wherever you are on your journey, you are welcome here.

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Ronnie K

OUR MISSION

Exploring Beyond Divorce
MISSION STATEMENT

To provide compassionate support and practical resources that help people navigate the emotional and personal challenges of divorce, regain clarity and confidence, and move toward a fulfilling life at their own pace.

OUR ROOTS

In Honor of My Divorce Recovery Mentor,  Dr. Frank R. Williams

In creating Exploring Beyond Divorce, I want to honor my mentor, Dr. Frank R. Williams, whose leadership, compassion, and lifelong dedication to the divorce recovery program made my work possible.

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Frank was the founder of Divorce Recovery, Inc. in Tucson, Arizona, established in 1977, and the creator of the original Tucson Divorce Recovery support group program. He was also the author of the original facilitator’s manual that has guided countless leaders and participants on the path to healing.

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Frank’s guidance, and his heartfelt commitment to the Divorce Recovery Program, nourished my own healing and inspired the creation of the Exploring Beyond Divorce educational program.

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I first began my association with Frank in 2004 and am deeply grateful to have been taught by, worked alongside, and mentored by someone who embodied true service to others with such humility and care.

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Thank you, dear friend.

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Ronnie Kaufman

"Healing happens one conversation, one insight, and one step at a time."

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Exploring Beyond Divorce is part of Journey Between,  a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated in Oregon.
 Federal Tax ID: 99–3473173 

This program provides educational and supportive resources and does not replace professional counseling, legal, or financial services.

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