Today we’d like to introduce you to Jennifer Warren Medwin, MS.
Hi Jennifer, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
I was born in New York City and moved to Miami over 30 years ago. Throughout my life I’ve always been drawn to helping people navigate change. I’ve consistently invested in my own growth through advanced education, certifications, workshops, and an ongoing love of reading in the personal development space. I hold a Master of Science in Education with a minor in Psychology, and I spent many years as an educator before founding and running a domestic placement agency, Class Act Nannies. At every stage, my work centered on education, guidance, and supporting others through transitions.
A pivotal moment in my professional journey came while I was going through my own divorce. An old friend reached out and introduced me to the field of divorce coaching, which the American Bar Association had formally recognized as the fourth element of the divorce process. As I learned more — and experienced firsthand how overwhelming divorce can be — I knew I had found my calling. I became a Certified Divorce Coach in 2016, and from my very first client session, I felt a deep sense of purpose and fulfillment that confirmed I was exactly where I was meant to be.
Since then, I’ve continued to expand my impact. I became a Florida Supreme Court Family Mediator, published my first book Strategies and Tips from a Divorce Coach: A Roadmap to Move Forward, trained as a marital mediator, and began working as a co-parenting instructor. I’ve also contributed to publications including YourTango, The Florida Bar Commentator, and OurFamilyWizard, mentored future divorce coaches, and served as an instructor in the Amicable and Holistic Divorce Coaching Programs. Today, as a collaboratively trained, somatic trauma-informed practitioner, I work with individuals, couples, groups, and organizations who are navigating transition and seeking clarity, empowerment, and meaningful change.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It certainly has not been a smooth road, but it has been a meaningful one. I truly believe that we grow through what we go through, and that there are messages in every mess. Going through my own divorce was life-shattering at the time, yet ultimately life-changing. After years in an unhappy marriage, I came to a profound realization — that I was the warden of my own prison, and I was also the only one who held the key. That awareness became the catalyst for a complete reset in my life.
The transition was not easy. I returned to school while raising two young children, which was both demanding and deeply invigorating. It gave me hope, purpose, and a vision for the future. At the same time, I was navigating fears around dating after more than two decades. By leaning into discomfort and choosing courage, I eventually met the incredible partner I’m engaged to today. These experiences reinforced for me that growth doesn’t happen without discomfort — but transformation lives on the other side of it.
One of the most meaningful outcomes of this journey has been the example it set for my children. Behaviors aren’t only taught — they’re caught. They witnessed me in one of life’s lowest moments and also saw how I chose to rebuild, create stability, and design a new life for all of us. They learned that even in dark moments, we have a choice: to live as victims of our circumstances or as creators of our future.
Going back to school was a gift I gave myself. It not only equipped me with the professional skills I use today, but also introduced me to mentors, colleagues, and a community that continues to educate, inspire, and support me. Being willing to ask for support and serve as a resource for others expanded my network and deepened my sense of connection. Many of my closest friendships today were formed during this season of transition.
All of these experiences over the years are the foundation of my coaching work and the basis of the methodology I use with clients today. They are also shaping my second book, Brave Bites Forward: Small Steps, Big Shifts. I often say that I’m in chapter 56 of my life — section six, six months into the year — a sum of all my past experiences. And yet, each day, I remain the author of my story, choosing intentionally how to create what comes next.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about JWM Coaching?
At its core, JWM Coaching is about guiding people through life’s most challenging transitions with clarity, compassion, and practical support. I am an Empowerment Strategist, Certified Divorce Coach®, Florida Supreme Court Family Mediator, Certified Marital Mediator, Co-Parenting Facilitator, and Author, with specialized training in somatic trauma-informed work. This combination allows me to support clients not only intellectually, but emotionally and somatically — helping them move forward in a way that feels integrated and sustainable.
I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating pivotal transitions, including personal growth, relationship changes, divorce, and co-parenting challenges. What distinguishes my work is the balance between emotional insight and actionable strategy. Clients don’t just process what they’re experiencing — they leave with clarity, tools, and a path forward. My practice supports individuals, couples, groups, and organizations through one-on-one coaching, mediation, experiential workshops, and curated group programs.
The foundation of my work is my proprietary I.M.P.A.C.T. Method, which is built on five transformational stepping stones: Intentional Awareness, Mindset, Personal Power, Adaptability, and Community. This framework helps clients move from feeling overwhelmed or stuck to becoming empowered, confident decision-makers in their own lives. It is also what allows my work to be deeply personalized while remaining results-oriented.
What truly sets JWM Coaching apart is that my work is informed by both professional expertise and lived experience. I don’t approach transitions as problems to be fixed, but as opportunities for meaningful growth and redefinition. I am most proud of the safe, supportive space my brand has created — one where clients feel seen, heard, and capable of rebuilding trust in themselves while creating lives that align with who they are becoming.
Beyond my private practice, I serve on the Advisory Board for the Amicable/Holistic Divorce Coach® Certification Program, mentor future coaches, and contribute to platforms such as YourTango, Thrive Global, and OurFamilyWizard. I am also the author of Strategies & Tips from a Divorce Coach: A Roadmap to Move Forward and am currently writing my second book, Brave Bites Forward™: Small Steps, Big Shifts.
What I want readers to know about my brand is this: JWM Coaching is not about quick fixes — it’s about lasting transformation. My mission is to help people rediscover their voice, reconnect with their inner strength, and move forward with intention, confidence, and clarity — even during life’s most uncertain chapters. My goal is to partner with clients to take Brave Bites Forward™ which is also the title of the current book I am writing.
What was your favorite childhood memory?
One of my favorite childhood memories is spending weekends roller skating at the Roxy in New York City with my best friend. We grew up in the same building, and nearly 56 years later, she is still my closest friend. Those weekends felt magical — a time when we experienced our first real sense of independence. We would skate for hours, socialize, practice tricks, laugh endlessly, and feel completely free.
It was the highlight of every week and something I eagerly looked forward to. Looking back, that experience captures so much of who I’ve always been — social, active, and energized by connection and movement. Even today, that sense of freedom, community, and joy continues to influence how I show up in my life and work.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.jwmcoaching.org/
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