Ruby Franke's Ex-Husband Sues Jodi Hildebrandt for Emotional Manipulation and Negligence

Lawsuit Filed Against Jodi Hildebrandt

• 🎯 Kevin Franke, ex-husband of Ruby Franke, has filed a bombshell lawsuit against Jodi Hildebrandt, a licensed mental health counselor.
• ⚖️ The lawsuit accuses Hildebrandt of emotional manipulation, medical negligence, and destroying his family, detailing alleged actions behind closed doors.
• 💔 Kevin claims Hildebrandt manipulated both him and Ruby, leading to the division of their family and his separation from his children.

Allegations of Professional Misconduct

• 🧠 The complaint alleges Hildebrandt breached her duty of care by using improper mental health care techniques, claiming she diagnosed Kevin with negative traits without proper assessment.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Hildebrandt allegedly advised Kevin to have no contact with his children, claiming his mental state would negatively impact them, and mandated separation from the family home.
• 💸 Both Kevin and his son Chad were reportedly paying for Hildebrandt's professional services, including therapy and an online men's group, with Kevin paying $300-$375 monthly.

Manipulation and Coercion Tactics

• ⚠️ Kevin alleges Hildebrandt used his religious beliefs to manipulate him, threatening that his soul was in danger of being damned if he didn't comply with her mandates.
• 🗣️ Other men in Hildebrandt's online therapy group were allegedly instructed to threaten Kevin, creating fear of divorce if he didn't comply.
• 📝 Hildebrandt allegedly instructed Kevin to write letters detailing his perceived wrongdoings, which she would keep as leverage for potential divorce proceedings.

Legal Claims and Damages

• 📈 The lawsuit is classified as a Tier Three case in Utah, with Kevin claiming damages exceeding $300,000.
• 🚫 Specific allegations of negligence include failure to properly diagnose, inappropriate treatment methods, dual relationships, and disclosing confidential information.
• 💰 Kevin is seeking monetary damages for past, ongoing, and future mental health treatment, physical and emotional pain and suffering, lost earnings, and attorney's fees.

Financial and Legal Implications

• 🏠 Hildebrandt's $5 million home in Ivans, Utah, was reportedly taken off the market, and a previous lawsuit alleged her