Andrea D’Alessio’s Alleged Psychological Abuse of His Wife and Children
In the glass towers of Miami, Andrea D’Alessio Jr. presents himself as the epitome of success—polished, wealthy, and respected. But recent court filings allege that behind his sharp exterior lies a man who has caused deep emotional harm to his ex-wife and children.
Two urgent motions filed in Miami-Dade family court by Shannon D’Alessio paint a disturbing picture of Andrea’s behavior post-divorce—alleging a calculated campaign of emotional abuse, manipulation, and parental alienation targeting their three children.
From Divorce to Destruction
Though their 2021 divorce included a shared parental responsibility agreement, by 2022 Shannon was pleading with the court to suspend Andrea’s time-sharing, alleging repeated “emotional assault” on all three children.
According to Shannon, Andrea was largely uninvolved as a parent during the marriage. But post-divorce, he allegedly used his new parental role not to nurture, but to manipulate and retaliate—turning their children against her in a battle rooted in control.
A Son Turned Against His Mother
Shannon’s most urgent concern centers around their son, G.L.D., born in 2009. Once close to his mother, the boy has since become estranged—reportedly mimicking his father’s hateful rhetoric.
Andrea allegedly referred to Shannon as a “piece of shit,” “scumbag,” and “loser” in front of their son. After she began dating again, Andrea reportedly introduced racial slurs, telling the children she was involved with a “n****r”—a term their son has repeated in an apparent attempt to gain Andrea’s approval.
Shannon says her son now refuses to visit her, calls her vulgar names, and has not spent meaningful time with her since mid-2021. Her filings accuse Andrea of bribery, coercion, and emotional manipulation—constructing a textbook case of parental alienation.
A Daughter’s Flight from Abuse
The D’Alessios’ eldest daughter, A.E.D., born in 2006, also allegedly suffered emotional trauma. Initially enticed to live with Andrea by promises of freedom and material perks, she soon found herself subject to verbal abuse. On her birthday, Andrea reportedly called her “disgusting” and a “scumbag.”
The emotional toll forced her to return to Shannon’s home—despite the long commute to school and continued psychological stress. Shannon describes her daughter as exhibiting signs of PTSD, declining academic performance, and emotional breakdowns.
Court orders requiring therapy were allegedly ignored by Andrea, who failed to return therapist calls or blocked efforts to get help altogether.
The Youngest, in Tears
Even the youngest child, T.T.D., born in 2012, has not been spared. Despite receiving weekly therapy, she reportedly breaks down into uncontrollable crying after visits with Andrea—sometimes multiple times per day.
Shannon claims her daughter is developing intense anxiety, rage, and fear associated with her father’s care. She attributes this to a toxic, emotionally unsafe environment during Andrea’s time-sharing.
Patterns of Defiance and Control
Shannon’s motions describe Andrea as not just emotionally abusive, but openly defiant of the court’s co-parenting structure. He has allegedly ignored therapist recommendations, refused cooperation with the parenting coordinator, and used therapy sessions to defame Shannon.
Dr. Stacy Jones, one of the few professionals to engage with Andrea, reportedly endured one session in which he used the entire time to attack Shannon—then never responded again.
This, Shannon argues, is proof Andrea is not acting in his children’s best interests—but rather using them as tools in a campaign of vengeance.
The Legal Ask
Shannon is requesting full sole parental responsibility, supervised contact for Andrea with the daughters, and a Guardian Ad Litem with mental health credentials. She also seeks court-ordered therapy for both older children—fully paid by Andrea.
Citing Andrea’s significantly superior financial standing, Shannon is also asking the court to compel him to cover her legal fees, which have ballooned due to what her attorneys call his “vexatious” tactics.
Final Thoughts
If proven, these allegations reveal a chilling story of emotional abuse and calculated alienation—an attack not just on Shannon, but on the emotional well-being of three vulnerable children. This case underscores the devastating ripple effects of psychological abuse within families.
The stakes could not be higher: healing and stability for three young lives, or continued emotional trauma under the shadow of unchecked parental control.