You hold the power to safeguard your family, your sanity, and your future.
Welcome to Resilience to Rise
If you're here, I suspect you're over-functioning, striving to keep yourself, your nervous system, and your calendar in balance while simultaneously questioning your sanity, self-worth, and if you can survive the chaos of a high-conflict divorce.
You can find freedom from a toxic relationship without losing yourself, your children, or your financial security. At Resilience to Rise, I'm here to support you through every stage—from the Reckoning, to the Rumble, and on to Reclaiming your self-worth, identity, and dreams for the future. Wondering about ways we can partner together to help you find clarity, confidence and embody your inherent power?
Hi, I’m Rachael!
I'm a separation and high-conflict divorce coach specializing in guiding women through change, grief, and discovering new identities after divorce.
Not long ago, I was exactly where you are now, wondering if I could leave the toxic relationship that had defined most of my adult life.
As a clinical therapist, I felt the pressure to fix my marriage, but over time, I felt my identity slipping away and became lost in confusion and uncertainty about how to break free.
When I say "I get it, I see you," it's because I've walked in your shoes.
Since navigating my own high-conflict marriage termination, I've made it my mission to empower women to find clarity, resilience and embody their inherant stength in the midst of life’s challenges.
My Expertise
I am a certified high-conflict divorce coach who brings a unique combination of formal psychoeducation and personal experience in high-conflict divorce to my role.
Specializing in supporting women facing divorces marked by addiction, abuse, and narcissistic behavior, I understand the complex psychological profiles of personality-disordered individuals and the strategic needs of women exiting these challenging relationships.
I empower my clients to navigate the divorce process effectively, make informed decisions, and rebuild their lives. My qualifications include certifications as a narcissistic abuse treatment clinician and high-conflict divorce coach, providing me with the skills and knowledge to be a strategic partner and supportive ally for women at any stage of their divorce journey.
Coaching and Strategic Guidance for High-Conflict Divorce
Identifying and Healing Antagonistic and Narcissistic Abuse
Mastery of Effective Documentation
Strategy around the development of co-parenting plans, including education on parallel parenting.
Communication for Every Phase Using Effective Communication for High-Conflict Partners
Trauma-Informed and Trained in Somatic Resourcing
Navigating Divorce Recovery and New Beginnings
Over a decade as a trauma therapist trained in EMDR, Brené Brown’s The Daring Way, Psychoanalysis, treatment of substance abuse disorders
Bachelor of Science in Psychology I Montana State University
Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling I Walden University
Graduate Certification in Addiction Counseling | 2012
My Formal Education
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Montana I 2014
Licensed Addiction Counselor in Montana I 2012
MSU Women’s Leadership Conference Mentor of the Year| 2024
Certified Daring Way Facilitator I 2017
EMDR Trained Clinician | 2015
Intensive Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program | 2020
Certified High Conflict Divorce Coach | 2023
Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician I 2024
Somatic Mind Body Coaching Training | 2024
How I Can Support You
Reckoning
Reckoning is a three-day intensive process that requires diving deep into your personal story. Working alongside me as your coach, this experience is designed to support your growth and help you navigate the next direction on your path.
Rumble
I'm going to get real with you: the rumble is almost imminent if you are divorcing a high-conflict or narcissistic personality. There are three things you need in the rumble: a damn good attorney, a therapist, and a divorce coach who understands the ins and outs of the family court system and how personality traits manifest during divorce.
Rise
Rise is a 4-week program designed to support you in your journey of healing and transformation after your divorce. With daily connections from Monday to Friday with Rachael, you'll receive the guidance you need to rise from the ashes and rebuild your life.
What to Expect
Ways I can help you navigate high-conflict separation, divorce, and healing from relational trauma
Reclaiming your identity
Navigate family court
Co-parenting
Nervous system regulation
Helping you heal from psychological abuse
Strategic & effective communication skills
What People Are Saying
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"Rachael empowers women"
"Through her expertise as a psychotherapist, speaker, divorcée, and mom of two, Rachael empowers women to find self-trust, boundaries, self-compassion, and confidence, guiding them toward their authentic selves and a life of fulfillment."
— Sydney S.
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"Inspiring women to embrace strengths and passion for growth and empowerment"
"Rachael's leadership has resonated with women in her community, as she has demonstrated the transformative power of embracing one's strengths and passions in both personal and professional contexts. Through her example, she has inspired many women to pursue their own paths of growth and excellence, fostering a culture of empowerment and achievement within her community and beyond
— Kory Ann R.
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"Rachael is an amazing resource"
"Rachael is an amazing resource and advocate for those attempting to navigate the family court system. It was an honor to have Rachael in our program and I look forward to cheering her on in her advocacy work."
— Tina Swithin, CEO/Founder of the High Conflict Divorce Coach Certification Program
Ready to get started?
Contact me for a free 30-minute clarity call and see if separation & divorce coaching is right for you.
During our consultation call, we'll discuss your needs for support and how I can assist you in navigating the challenge of high conflict relationships, calm your nervous systems and embody your inherent strength.
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Podcast Feature:
Two Gals and a Mic
“In this impactful episode, I'm sitting down with Rachael Dunkel-Dodier, MS, LCPC, LAC, HCDC, NBCC, CDWF a certified high-conflict divorce coach, founder of Bridger Peaks Counseling and solopreneur, with her Resilience to Rise Coaching business. Rachael brings a unique combination of formal education and personal experience to help support women who are navigating divorces marked by addiction, abuse and narcissistic behaviors so they can get through one of the hardest experiences in life to be fully seen, honored and loved without shame or fear. In this candid, and honest conversation, Rachael shares her insights for ways to tackle the hard things, embrace the joyous things, and seek the healing salve that only community and connection can bring.”