ABOUT JAMES TRAUB
I help people navigate divorce thoughtfully, strategically, and with clarity about what really matters.
Divorce can quickly become a mix of legal questions, financial decisions, difficult conversations, parenting concerns, and a lot of uncertainty. My role is to help you slow the situation down, understand what you’re actually dealing with, consider your options, and make decisions you can stand behind—with the best interests of your family in mind.
Credentials & Professional Affiliations
I bring specialized training, professional experience, and a commitment to ongoing education in service of my clients.
CDC Certified Divorce Coach®
Kids-First™ Certified Mediator
HelloDivorce Trusted Partner
Collaboratively Trained Divorce Professional
Member, North Carolina Bar Association
HOW I WORK
A Practical, Grounded Approach to Divorce
I work with individuals and couples who want to approach divorce thoughtfully rather than reactively. My clients come to me when they want to:
Gain clarity before making major decisions
Communicate with their spouse in a calmer and more productive way
Understand the options available for resolving a divorce
Reduce unnecessary conflict, cost, and stress
Build a professional team that supports an amicable process
Divorce can easily become adversarial and expensive. But with the right preparation and guidance, many couples are able to move through the process more efficiently and with far less damage to relationships, finances, and family stability.
Professional Background
I am a Certified Divorce Coach® and Kids-First™ Certified Mediator based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
My work focuses on helping individuals and couples approach divorce thoughtfully — reducing unnecessary conflict, controlling costs, and protecting the well-being of their family.
Training and professional affiliations include:
Certified Divorce Coach® (CDC)
Kids-First™ Certified Mediator
Collaboratively Trained Divorce Professional
Member, North Carolina Bar Association
HelloDivorce.com Trusted Partner
B.S. in Chemistry (Colorado School of Mines)
Before entering this field, I spent more than a decade working in corporate environments designing complex systems. That experience shapes the way I approach divorce work today—bringing structure, clear thinking, and a focus on practical solutions.
WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK WITH ME
Hear from people I’ve worked with
Every situation is different, but many clients say the same things: they feel more informed, more in control, and more confident about the decisions they’re making.
“James kept me focused on what was important, recognizing the emotions but focusing on logical next steps."
—T.H.
Raleigh, NC
“Working with James has been transformative during one of the most challenging chapters of my life."
—A.S.
Fort Mill, SC
“James’ guidance helped me to cut through uncertainty and focus on my core values and what truly matters to me.”
—K.C.
Charlotte, NC
MY PATH TO THIS WORK
From complex systems to a more meaningful type of work.
Like many people, my path to divorce coaching and mediation was not linear. Earlier in my career I worked in the dietary supplement industry, designing quality systems and operational processes. While that work was rewarding, I increasingly felt drawn to helping people navigate difficult personal transitions.
Through my own personal growth and a deep study of relationships, I discovered a passion for helping people move through emotionally complex situations with greater clarity and compassion.
Over time it became clear that divorce was an area where thoughtful guidance could make a profound difference. Helping clients move from confusion to clarity—and from conflict to resolution—is what makes this work meaningful for me.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Start with one focused conversation.
If you’re trying to understand your options, make sense of what’s happening, or decide what kind of support would be most helpful, the Divorce Options & Next Steps call is the best place to begin.