Divorce Counselling in Sydney, NSW

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Azita Abdollahian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I specialise in complete life transformations, from navigating divorce, to creating new careers, reconnecting with your identity, and finally unpacking the painful trauma you have been carrying all on your own.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Relationship issues, trauma, family expectations, cultural pressures, everything weighing you down and making it impossible for you to see a way out? I'm Azita, I help people exactly like you uncover the tools and roadmaps they need to finally break free of the cycle of pressure, exhaustion, confusion, and depression. There is no need to live this way, when a new life is possible. Just reach out.
I specialise in complete life transformations, from navigating divorce, to creating new careers, reconnecting with your identity, and finally unpacking the painful trauma you have been carrying all on your own.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Relationship issues, trauma, family expectations, cultural pressures, everything weighing you down and making it impossible for you to see a way out? I'm Azita, I help people exactly like you uncover the tools and roadmaps they need to finally break free of the cycle of pressure, exhaustion, confusion, and depression. There is no need to live this way, when a new life is possible. Just reach out.
(02) 9158 6449 View (02) 9158 6449
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Sylvia Suwan
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Freshwater, NSW 2096
I work with those who are experiencing a breakup or divorce, separation, and relationship issues. My approach is very much person centered, holistic, and nonjudgmental as I believe in the clients need to feel safe and comfortable. My modalities include CBT, IFS, solution focused, somatic and trauma informed therapy. Based in the northern beaches in Sydney, I also provide online sessions worldwide. Contact for a free consultation
I work with those who are experiencing a breakup or divorce, separation, and relationship issues. My approach is very much person centered, holistic, and nonjudgmental as I believe in the clients need to feel safe and comfortable. My modalities include CBT, IFS, solution focused, somatic and trauma informed therapy. Based in the northern beaches in Sydney, I also provide online sessions worldwide. Contact for a free consultation
(02) 8403 1472 View (02) 8403 1472
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Moureen Wong
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burwood, NSW 2134
Across the lifespan my clients are children, youth, adult, senior, family, migrant, employee, carer, people with disability (ADHD, autism, vision-impaired). I support 3 types of needs: 1) Clinical: Anxiety, depression, injury/illness, pain, IBS. I make assessment recommendations too; 2) People facing difficult situations: Stress,exam, job, fussy eater, relationships, separation, coping with loss, suicide, role transition-becoming a parent, teen, marriage, divorce, job promotion, relocation; 3) Enhance performance: Healthy Breathing, Mindfulness training, learn emotional intelligence, cultural intelligence, career counselling.
Across the lifespan my clients are children, youth, adult, senior, family, migrant, employee, carer, people with disability (ADHD, autism, vision-impaired). I support 3 types of needs: 1) Clinical: Anxiety, depression, injury/illness, pain, IBS. I make assessment recommendations too; 2) People facing difficult situations: Stress,exam, job, fussy eater, relationships, separation, coping with loss, suicide, role transition-becoming a parent, teen, marriage, divorce, job promotion, relocation; 3) Enhance performance: Healthy Breathing, Mindfulness training, learn emotional intelligence, cultural intelligence, career counselling.
(02) 8105 5335 View (02) 8105 5335
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Kelly Luisa Bagshaw
Counsellor, MSc, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I am passionate about guiding people to develop conscious awareness through personal growth & self development, understanding patterns of behaviour, self discovery & identity, navigating relationships, separation & divorce, understanding and recognising trauma/Trauma and building self worth. I can guide you to find clarity on your values, wants and needs, recognise signs of an unhealthy or toxic relationships, build confidence, develop assertiveness, establish boundaries and develop effective communication. I am devoted to supporting you to peel back the layers and get to know yourself more fully.
I am passionate about guiding people to develop conscious awareness through personal growth & self development, understanding patterns of behaviour, self discovery & identity, navigating relationships, separation & divorce, understanding and recognising trauma/Trauma and building self worth. I can guide you to find clarity on your values, wants and needs, recognise signs of an unhealthy or toxic relationships, build confidence, develop assertiveness, establish boundaries and develop effective communication. I am devoted to supporting you to peel back the layers and get to know yourself more fully.
(07) 3608 1765 View (07) 3608 1765
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Skye E Hudson Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Chatswood, NSW 2067
I have a special interest in supporting parents who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, burnout, going through the midlife phase, separation/ divorce and co/single-parenting.
I am an accredited psychotherapist offering face to face and online counselling. My work calls upon a variety of modalities such as Gestalt, Internal Family Systems, Body- Mind practices, Compassion practices, Symbol and Depth work. This integrative approach enables my clients to discover their own unique path to change and healing. I prioritise creating a safe and sturdy rapport within the therapuetic relationship as the foundation for the ongoing work of therapy. I work with individuals, adolescents and children. I also offer sand play, art and expressive therapies with a trauma informed lens.
I have a special interest in supporting parents who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, burnout, going through the midlife phase, separation/ divorce and co/single-parenting.
I am an accredited psychotherapist offering face to face and online counselling. My work calls upon a variety of modalities such as Gestalt, Internal Family Systems, Body- Mind practices, Compassion practices, Symbol and Depth work. This integrative approach enables my clients to discover their own unique path to change and healing. I prioritise creating a safe and sturdy rapport within the therapuetic relationship as the foundation for the ongoing work of therapy. I work with individuals, adolescents and children. I also offer sand play, art and expressive therapies with a trauma informed lens.
(02) 5604 8849 View (02) 5604 8849
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Rochelle Oshlack
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Potts Point, NSW 2011
Rochelle offers compassionate, practical therapeutic support for adults and adolescents in dealing with a wide variety of issues, including but not limited to addictions, anxiety, depression, sexuality, gender, grief, loss, trauma, relationships, divorce, separation, and parenting challenges.
Rochelle offers compassionate, practical therapeutic support for adults and adolescents in dealing with a wide variety of issues, including but not limited to addictions, anxiety, depression, sexuality, gender, grief, loss, trauma, relationships, divorce, separation, and parenting challenges.
(02) 9100 0142 View (02) 9100 0142
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My Appletree
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Our team has years of experience working with couples and individuals with all issues that arise such as communication breakdown, infidelity, sexual health issues, divorce, blended families, life transitions and whatever else life throws at us.
We are a group of therapists who see relationships to be an essential part of a healthy life. Be this with your romantic partner, your child, your siblings or parents or even your colleagues. We work with individuals, couples and children in a compassionate, culturally aware, neuro-affirming approach.
Our team has years of experience working with couples and individuals with all issues that arise such as communication breakdown, infidelity, sexual health issues, divorce, blended families, life transitions and whatever else life throws at us.
We are a group of therapists who see relationships to be an essential part of a healthy life. Be this with your romantic partner, your child, your siblings or parents or even your colleagues. We work with individuals, couples and children in a compassionate, culturally aware, neuro-affirming approach.
(02) 8000 1430 View (02) 8000 1430
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Jodie Blewitt - Meaningful Change Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi, I'm Jodie. I'm a counsellor and declutter coach who is passionate about helping people to create rich and fulfilling lives while navigating life's challenges. My focus is on supporting women through major life transitions and times when things haven't gone to plan, such as infertility, pregnancy and baby loss, peri/menopause, later in life neurodiversity diagnosis, life after divorce and re-joining the workforce after a break. I’ve also helped countless overwhelmed women create order from chaos by digging deeper to understand the root cause of their clutter, create systems that work and let go of what no longer serves them.
Hi, I'm Jodie. I'm a counsellor and declutter coach who is passionate about helping people to create rich and fulfilling lives while navigating life's challenges. My focus is on supporting women through major life transitions and times when things haven't gone to plan, such as infertility, pregnancy and baby loss, peri/menopause, later in life neurodiversity diagnosis, life after divorce and re-joining the workforce after a break. I’ve also helped countless overwhelmed women create order from chaos by digging deeper to understand the root cause of their clutter, create systems that work and let go of what no longer serves them.
(02) 4214 8934 View (02) 4214 8934
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Anastasiya Lukinova
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Online Only
Are you having difficulty managing your emotions? Not happy with your self esteem? Tired of constant conflicts at home? Feeling lack of connection in a couple? Thinking about divorce? I'm an individual and couple therapist with a degree in psychology from overseas and a local counselling diploma. I have enough knowledge and professional experience to help you. Take an action and your life will be different very soon. Don't hesitate to contact me and ask questions. I'm here for you.
Are you having difficulty managing your emotions? Not happy with your self esteem? Tired of constant conflicts at home? Feeling lack of connection in a couple? Thinking about divorce? I'm an individual and couple therapist with a degree in psychology from overseas and a local counselling diploma. I have enough knowledge and professional experience to help you. Take an action and your life will be different very soon. Don't hesitate to contact me and ask questions. I'm here for you.
(02) 9159 6825 View (02) 9159 6825
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Fiona Martin
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Dr Fiona Martin is an Educational and Developmental psychologist with more than 20 years of clinical and research experience. She provides psychological services to children, adolescents and adults. She conducts comprehensive assessments and provides therapy services to patients with a variety of mental health problems, including stress, anxiety and depression and neurodevelopmental disorders (ASD, ADHD). She has a special interest in helping individuals going through separation and divorce. Dr Martin provides consultancy services, including customised training workshops and research projects, to a range of organisations.
Dr Fiona Martin is an Educational and Developmental psychologist with more than 20 years of clinical and research experience. She provides psychological services to children, adolescents and adults. She conducts comprehensive assessments and provides therapy services to patients with a variety of mental health problems, including stress, anxiety and depression and neurodevelopmental disorders (ASD, ADHD). She has a special interest in helping individuals going through separation and divorce. Dr Martin provides consultancy services, including customised training workshops and research projects, to a range of organisations.
(02) 9713 7143 View (02) 9713 7143
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Russell Drinkwater
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Are you feeling unhappy about your relationship? Are you arguing about the same issues and unable to reach a solution? On average people wait 6 years before seeking help with a relationship problem. The longer a problem persists, the greater the resentment builds towards your partner. •Individual and/or couples counselling to help people manage conflict. •Training in communication skills. •Helping to re-build trust after an affair. •Helping individuals to cope with separation/ divorce. •Helping clients who have anxiety, depression or stress. •Helping men who are struggling. •Bereavement counselling• Grief and loss counselling.
Are you feeling unhappy about your relationship? Are you arguing about the same issues and unable to reach a solution? On average people wait 6 years before seeking help with a relationship problem. The longer a problem persists, the greater the resentment builds towards your partner. •Individual and/or couples counselling to help people manage conflict. •Training in communication skills. •Helping to re-build trust after an affair. •Helping individuals to cope with separation/ divorce. •Helping clients who have anxiety, depression or stress. •Helping men who are struggling. •Bereavement counselling• Grief and loss counselling.
(02) 9159 6027 View (02) 9159 6027
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Lisa Haslam
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Camden, NSW 2570
I am a Counsellor in South Western Sydney. I have worked for many years as Child and Family Therapist. Working with individuals, couples and families with issues such as relationship breakdown, separation, parenting, divorce, grief and loss, self esteem, depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. In my practice I provide a safe and calming environment to help clients feel comfortable to work through their underlying issues that may feel overwhelming in the day to day life. With the use of techniques such as Imago Therapy, Family Systems, Mindfulness, Art and Walk and Talk Therapy I help clients feel more empowered in their life.
I am a Counsellor in South Western Sydney. I have worked for many years as Child and Family Therapist. Working with individuals, couples and families with issues such as relationship breakdown, separation, parenting, divorce, grief and loss, self esteem, depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. In my practice I provide a safe and calming environment to help clients feel comfortable to work through their underlying issues that may feel overwhelming in the day to day life. With the use of techniques such as Imago Therapy, Family Systems, Mindfulness, Art and Walk and Talk Therapy I help clients feel more empowered in their life.
(02) 4210 5086 View (02) 4210 5086
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Suzy Q Counselor and Coach
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waitara, NSW 2077
Are you having problems with your marriage? Divorce can leave you bitter and broke, I invite you to see me before you visit your lawyer
Are you having problems with your marriage? Divorce can leave you bitter and broke, I invite you to see me before you visit your lawyer
0400 279 796 View 0400 279 796
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Khalil Dolatyar
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
I am a registered psychologist with expertise spanning across the lifespan, working with children, adolescents, and adults across various funding avenues including Private, Medicare, and NDIS. My practice encompasses assessment, treatment, and management of a diverse range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, marital conflicts, autism, ADHD, psychosis, workplace interpersonal difficulties, and various life stressors such as chronic illness, unemployment, financial challenges, grief, and divorce. Additionally, I conduct cognitive assessments for both children and adults.
I am a registered psychologist with expertise spanning across the lifespan, working with children, adolescents, and adults across various funding avenues including Private, Medicare, and NDIS. My practice encompasses assessment, treatment, and management of a diverse range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, marital conflicts, autism, ADHD, psychosis, workplace interpersonal difficulties, and various life stressors such as chronic illness, unemployment, financial challenges, grief, and divorce. Additionally, I conduct cognitive assessments for both children and adults.
(02) 6189 2642 View (02) 6189 2642
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Kristy-Lee Ferry
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I am trauma informed and specialises in •Relationships - navigating divorce, infidelity, ethical non-monogamy and domestic abuse, •Female sexuality - empowerment, diversity and identity, fetishes and kinks •Somatic awareness for anxiety, Attachment needs •Meditation and the mind-body connection.
Do you struggle with relationship difficulties, from intimate partners to friendships? Whether it be from infidelity, monogamy or navigating ethical non-monogamy to dishonesty, trust, boundary setting or simply the courage to express your needs. Have you been deeply hurt in a relationship and at a loss as to how to heal and where to go from here? Do you need to break free of people pleasing patterns and the anxiety and guilt around being authentic to your needs? Do you struggle with the courage to express your needs? These are just some of the many questions that life throws at us and they can often be complex issues to unravel...
I am trauma informed and specialises in •Relationships - navigating divorce, infidelity, ethical non-monogamy and domestic abuse, •Female sexuality - empowerment, diversity and identity, fetishes and kinks •Somatic awareness for anxiety, Attachment needs •Meditation and the mind-body connection.
Do you struggle with relationship difficulties, from intimate partners to friendships? Whether it be from infidelity, monogamy or navigating ethical non-monogamy to dishonesty, trust, boundary setting or simply the courage to express your needs. Have you been deeply hurt in a relationship and at a loss as to how to heal and where to go from here? Do you need to break free of people pleasing patterns and the anxiety and guilt around being authentic to your needs? Do you struggle with the courage to express your needs? These are just some of the many questions that life throws at us and they can often be complex issues to unravel...
(02) 9100 0218 View (02) 9100 0218
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Larissa Kirpichnikov
Psychologist, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Individual therapy services are offered to assist in a range of areas including anxiety, depression, stress, performance, burnout, self-identity, assertive communication, parenting, life transitions, women's health, divorce & separation support, co-parenting, and navigating relationships.
Couples Therapy & Coaching / Individuals Therapy & Coaching / Family Dispute Resolution Mediation (FDRP) & Divorce Coaching Services. With more than 25 years experience of living and working in Australia and abroad, Larissa understands that life and relationships are not always smooth. Whether you are wishing to improve your intimate relationship, seek individual support, parenting &/or financial FDR mediation services, or divorce coaching, please call to discuss how we can best assist you. You may also visit our website for further information.
Individual therapy services are offered to assist in a range of areas including anxiety, depression, stress, performance, burnout, self-identity, assertive communication, parenting, life transitions, women's health, divorce & separation support, co-parenting, and navigating relationships.
Couples Therapy & Coaching / Individuals Therapy & Coaching / Family Dispute Resolution Mediation (FDRP) & Divorce Coaching Services. With more than 25 years experience of living and working in Australia and abroad, Larissa understands that life and relationships are not always smooth. Whether you are wishing to improve your intimate relationship, seek individual support, parenting &/or financial FDR mediation services, or divorce coaching, please call to discuss how we can best assist you. You may also visit our website for further information.
(02) 9100 0410 View (02) 9100 0410
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Alexsandra McCredie
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Online Only
This includes PTSD; anxiety and depression; marital challenges or divorce; DV, both victims of and perpetrators; problematic drug and alcohol use and gambling; report writing for court matters, including expert witness appearances.
As a psychologist, I help facilitate and increase your self-awareness on how and why you think, feel and act. From incidental solution-focussed approaches during a crisis, to exploring and processing the impact of trauma from your past, you can come to accept and welcome all of your parts and take control. Increase your self-worth and self-esteem with healthy boundaries, compassion to self, and always trying to work from your rational mind, the part that manages emotions, connects, attaches and feels safe.
This includes PTSD; anxiety and depression; marital challenges or divorce; DV, both victims of and perpetrators; problematic drug and alcohol use and gambling; report writing for court matters, including expert witness appearances.
As a psychologist, I help facilitate and increase your self-awareness on how and why you think, feel and act. From incidental solution-focussed approaches during a crisis, to exploring and processing the impact of trauma from your past, you can come to accept and welcome all of your parts and take control. Increase your self-worth and self-esteem with healthy boundaries, compassion to self, and always trying to work from your rational mind, the part that manages emotions, connects, attaches and feels safe.
(02) 9100 0377 View (02) 9100 0377
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Jennifer Rose Shields
Verified Verified
As a mature CBT grief Therapist Practitioner, I deal with clients who are dealing with loss and change, emotional balance can feel outside your grasp. We all feel we have a plan in life and when that plan is found to be an illusion we feel emotional physical pain so raw you feel you will never recover. The raw feeling of loss of losing a loved one , Adult Abandonment, Adult Child Abandonment, Redundancy, Divorce, Resettlement to a new country. A flexible multifaceted approach allows me to use the most effective methods available to address your individual needs. I draw primarily from Repair and Reattachment Grief therapy.
As a mature CBT grief Therapist Practitioner, I deal with clients who are dealing with loss and change, emotional balance can feel outside your grasp. We all feel we have a plan in life and when that plan is found to be an illusion we feel emotional physical pain so raw you feel you will never recover. The raw feeling of loss of losing a loved one , Adult Abandonment, Adult Child Abandonment, Redundancy, Divorce, Resettlement to a new country. A flexible multifaceted approach allows me to use the most effective methods available to address your individual needs. I draw primarily from Repair and Reattachment Grief therapy.
(02) 4210 5333 View (02) 4210 5333
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Elizabeth Nagy
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialise in supporting people who are experiencing change or loss, whether that be in their career, family structure, or due to the ageing process. It might be that you are managing overwhelm at work, with issues such as burnout, change in role, loss of job and retirement. Or perhaps you are adjusting to parenthood, to divorce, to loss through the death of a partner, loss of family through estrangement or when your children start to leave home.
I specialise in supporting people who are experiencing change or loss, whether that be in their career, family structure, or due to the ageing process. It might be that you are managing overwhelm at work, with issues such as burnout, change in role, loss of job and retirement. Or perhaps you are adjusting to parenthood, to divorce, to loss through the death of a partner, loss of family through estrangement or when your children start to leave home.
(02) 9100 0894 View (02) 9100 0894
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Naomi Severina Rose
Psychologist, Assoc MAPS
Verified Verified
Online Only
My expertise is relationship counselling, working with families affected by separation or divorce.
I am a registered psychologist with AHPRA and an associate member of the Australian Psychological Society. My qualifications are a Master’s in clinical psychology (overseas) and a Masters of Couples and Family Therapy (UNSW). I am registered with Medicare, ATAPS, NDIS, SIRA, and Victim Services. I have more than 15 years clinical experience and have worked in Australia as a registered psychologist for 10 years providing counselling to couples and families, psychological assessments, worked in post separation at the FRC and provided Trauma informed counselling and writing of Impact statements for clients of the Royal Commission.
My expertise is relationship counselling, working with families affected by separation or divorce.
I am a registered psychologist with AHPRA and an associate member of the Australian Psychological Society. My qualifications are a Master’s in clinical psychology (overseas) and a Masters of Couples and Family Therapy (UNSW). I am registered with Medicare, ATAPS, NDIS, SIRA, and Victim Services. I have more than 15 years clinical experience and have worked in Australia as a registered psychologist for 10 years providing counselling to couples and families, psychological assessments, worked in post separation at the FRC and provided Trauma informed counselling and writing of Impact statements for clients of the Royal Commission.
(02) 9159 6624 View (02) 9159 6624
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Divorce Counsellors

How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?

Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.

What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?

There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.

When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?

When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.

How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.