Testimonials
After years of gathering and presenting the evidence of financial abuse, with it only to fall on deaf ears, Mel provided valuable insights into the elements of financial abuse that I had little understanding of and continually questioned. She helped me to discover the full scale of the issues I was dealing with, and the organisations that offered limited solutions to them.
Her empathy, experience, knowledge, and advocacy has provided unwavering guidance whilst navigating a difficult property settlement. She took the time to explain the systems and educate me on the processes that were manipulated – including by professionals, and then collaborated on a strategy to protect what was left of my financial resources with a plan to rebuild. Mel just gets it, and is able to articulate the invisible impacts I, and many women, have experienced during a divorce. I am now able to better communicate what that looked and felt like, and the harm it has had on my economic future. She is the specialist and a leader in this field.
Melissa Cuturich has been one of the wonders of my life.
Melissa had the tolerance, time and knowledge of how to help me to help myself.
Calmly she will offer you the tools to build confidence, accomplish your dreams and transform your existence, no matter how hard the situation may be.
If you need Melissa’s help you may have become a non-believer in humanity and goodwill. Melissa has plenty of both.
Melissa is familiar with the sometimes insurmountable odd we sometimes face and her guidance and resourcefulness allows you to tackle the first hurdles of getting back on your feet.
Melissa is good at her job. It was great dealing with a female who understood my situation.
Her guidance through the process made a huge difference taking away the stress. I will recommend her
Melissa was able to unravel our overall development plans and the situation we faced with initiating the budget and cost constraints to develop a concise A-C Blueprint as she strategically sourced solutions for not only the build, the funding and exit strategy, but also gave us back our piece of mind and sanity with the collaboration of her Network to navigate a very stressful and complex time in our journey.
Saving my relationship with my spouse and enabling me to see the true essence of my life partner and cheerleader.
A priceless experience and teachings that will help me for years and projects to come.
Mel’s advocacy work through Diva Academy has made a profound impact on my life. Her expertise in business consulting and project management, combined with her passion for preventing financial coercion, created a safe space for learning and growth.
The LIFE program taught me how to navigate complex financial situations and manage my emotions effectively. The rawness and actuality of what occurs in our lives provided an insight you’d never image could eventuate, but she provided resources to overcome situations and tools to keep everyone accountable (including myself!) Mel’s dedication to bettering society through her work is truly commendable
I was introduced to Mel through a friend who was assisted decades before I would ever believe I would find myself in a position of financial destitute. Mel was able to unravel the hidden agenda of all involved and then walked with me through a process of elimination and advocacy to achieve a result I would never think possible.
We negotiated with the Bank involved and I was removed from an obligation I had no control over. Restoring my faith in the system and in humans.
Eternally grateful especially when no one believed me or the circumstances this Bank placed me in.
Before attending Diva Academy, I felt trapped in a cycle of financial dependence and emotional turmoil. Mel’s unique LIFE program opened my eyes to the possibilities of financial independence and emotional resilience. Her expertise and compassionate guidance transformed my perspective on life.
I am now more confident in managing my finances and making decisions that protect my identity and emotional well-being. Mel’s dedication to preventing coercion and empowering women is truly inspiring.
As a survivor of domestic abuse, I struggled with reclaiming my identity and financial stability. Mel’s workshops provided me with the tools and knowledge to rebuild my life. The focus on understanding emotions, financial literacy, and self-identity was invaluable.
I am now able to make informed decisions and stand up for myself in ways I never thought possible. Mel’s advocacy has been a beacon of hope for me and many others.
Mel’s bold and factual approach to addressing issues of financial coercion and emotional manipulation is exactly what women need today. Her LIFE program is not just educational; it’s transformational.
The role-playing exercises and honest discussions helped me break free from inherited patterns of behaviour. I now understand the importance of protecting my identity and managing my finances independently. Mel is a true warrior for women’s rights and empowerment.
Participating in the LIFE program at Diva Academy was a game-changer for me. Mel’s innovative approach to teaching about love, identity, finance, and emotions provided a holistic understanding of how these elements are interconnected.
Her commitment to preventing coercion and fostering financial independence is evident in every aspect of the program. I feel empowered and equipped to face life’s challenges head-on
I discovered my husband was not making our mortgage repayments and we were on the brink of losing our home and having our credit rating tarnished!
Mel and her team at Diva Financial gave me the strength, support, tools and direction I needed to speak up for myself and enforce my rights to be informed of the current status of our “joint” debt.
Mel was also able to get the bank to agree to substantially lower the “out dated and highly inflated” interest rates on this loan.
I would not hesitate to recommend Diva Financial to anyone who is looking for assistance and education on all your financial matters. My family and I can’t thank Mel enough.
Melissa has been involved in several business transactions with me which include major refinancing and settlements of projects. She is very diligent, and professional and her knowledge is much to be admired in multiple industries. Melissa is highly capable and reliable when it comes to finding resolutions in very challenging situations. She is determined and committed to achieve the best outcome for her clients. In every phase of my dealings with her, she has not only delivered what was expected but goes above and beyond her duties to ensure the ultimate solution is achieved. I would highly recommend Melissa to any business or client that needs assistance with their business or financing.