Divorce Counselling in North London, London

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Eva Kovacs
Counsellor, PsychD, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N2
Anxiety, feeling on edge, distressing thoughts, depression, avoidance, loss of interest, or excessive self-blame are common reactions to trauma. These responses are often overlooked, yet they can create significant obstacles in life. With over two decades of experience in psychology, special education, and therapy, I specialize in trauma, PTSD, relationship difficulties, divorce, and parenting. I believe safety and validation are essential for healing, and I aim to create a space where your emotions and experiences are fully acknowledged and validated.
Anxiety, feeling on edge, distressing thoughts, depression, avoidance, loss of interest, or excessive self-blame are common reactions to trauma. These responses are often overlooked, yet they can create significant obstacles in life. With over two decades of experience in psychology, special education, and therapy, I specialize in trauma, PTSD, relationship difficulties, divorce, and parenting. I believe safety and validation are essential for healing, and I aim to create a space where your emotions and experiences are fully acknowledged and validated.
020 4572 1912 View 020 4572 1912
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Jo Rose
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
North London, London N3
Hello, I am Jo. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and adults, addressing various challenges, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, bereavement, relationship issues, divorce, trauma, and parenting challenges. I am dedicated to helping young people with issues impacting their well-being. I support parents in navigating complex dynamics and communication patterns, fostering healthier family environments. For adults, I use my experience to explore how past events, especially from childhood, shape their current life, helping to make meaningful and positive change.
Hello, I am Jo. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and adults, addressing various challenges, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, bereavement, relationship issues, divorce, trauma, and parenting challenges. I am dedicated to helping young people with issues impacting their well-being. I support parents in navigating complex dynamics and communication patterns, fostering healthier family environments. For adults, I use my experience to explore how past events, especially from childhood, shape their current life, helping to make meaningful and positive change.
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Mehmet Erdil
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N5
I am an experienced relationship therapist. I hold Masters Degree (MA) in Relationship Therapy. I provide short and long term counselling and psychotherapy for couples, families and individuals with relationship issues. In addition to my private practice I also work for Relate. I specialise in relationship issues such as; communication problems, trust issues, affairs, intimacy issues, low self-esteem, past relationship difficulties, separation and divorce, difficulty forming relationship, family and parenting style issues, anger issues, porn addiction and sexual difficulties.
I am an experienced relationship therapist. I hold Masters Degree (MA) in Relationship Therapy. I provide short and long term counselling and psychotherapy for couples, families and individuals with relationship issues. In addition to my private practice I also work for Relate. I specialise in relationship issues such as; communication problems, trust issues, affairs, intimacy issues, low self-esteem, past relationship difficulties, separation and divorce, difficulty forming relationship, family and parenting style issues, anger issues, porn addiction and sexual difficulties.
020 3962 0129 View 020 3962 0129
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Jennifer Park
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N8
There are many reasons to look for a therapist, ranging from a crisis now to a general feeling of unhappiness, stemming from your past. Life throws up many events and difficulties and we aren't always able to solve these on our own. Anxieties, stress, feeling sad, isolation, as well as relationships, families, parenting, marriage, divorce, addictions, bereavement and loss are issues that we will all face at some point in our lives. They can leave us feeling confused and lost and without anyone to help us make sense of it. Therapy is safe, secure & non judgemental providing understanding, insight leading to change for you.
There are many reasons to look for a therapist, ranging from a crisis now to a general feeling of unhappiness, stemming from your past. Life throws up many events and difficulties and we aren't always able to solve these on our own. Anxieties, stress, feeling sad, isolation, as well as relationships, families, parenting, marriage, divorce, addictions, bereavement and loss are issues that we will all face at some point in our lives. They can leave us feeling confused and lost and without anyone to help us make sense of it. Therapy is safe, secure & non judgemental providing understanding, insight leading to change for you.
020 3962 0131 View 020 3962 0131
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Sasha Lillie Lyons
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
North London, London N3
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist with over 17 years' experience of helping children and adults, in the NHS and private practice. I have worked with children and families with a wide range of issues, including low mood, anxiety, challenging behaviours, emotional dysregulation, friendship difficulties, issues at school, relationship issues within the family, neurodiversity, and self harm and suicidal ideation. I also have experience of helping children and parents where there has been significant change within the family, such as bereavement, illness, divorce or separation.
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist with over 17 years' experience of helping children and adults, in the NHS and private practice. I have worked with children and families with a wide range of issues, including low mood, anxiety, challenging behaviours, emotional dysregulation, friendship difficulties, issues at school, relationship issues within the family, neurodiversity, and self harm and suicidal ideation. I also have experience of helping children and parents where there has been significant change within the family, such as bereavement, illness, divorce or separation.
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Dr Victoria Simkin
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Online Only
Whatever has brought you here, you’re very welcome. I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, and am trained in many types of therapy. This means I can draw on elements from different types of therapy to create a flexible plan that suits you. I work with people experiencing relationship issues or navigating difficult life transitions, like pregnancy, divorce, or infertility. I also work with anxiety and trauma. In my NHS role, I work in perinatal mental health services.
Whatever has brought you here, you’re very welcome. I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, and am trained in many types of therapy. This means I can draw on elements from different types of therapy to create a flexible plan that suits you. I work with people experiencing relationship issues or navigating difficult life transitions, like pregnancy, divorce, or infertility. I also work with anxiety and trauma. In my NHS role, I work in perinatal mental health services.
020 3763 8858 View 020 3763 8858
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London Counselling Centre
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
North London, London N4
I help with low self-esteem/image problems, money- and work-related issues, divorce and rebuilding a life.
My name is Bogumila. I am a BACP- and NCPS-accredited counsellor/psychotherapist and authorised mindfulness therapist for individuals and couples. I use cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), Integrative Gestalt, modified Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), relational processes, and differentiation. You might struggle with negative thinking, expressing feelings, making decisions, low self-esteem, not feeling good enough, grief, addiction, bereavement, or ADHD. I can help you build motivation, improve daily routines, deal with your addiction or sexual issues, and form a support network.
I help with low self-esteem/image problems, money- and work-related issues, divorce and rebuilding a life.
My name is Bogumila. I am a BACP- and NCPS-accredited counsellor/psychotherapist and authorised mindfulness therapist for individuals and couples. I use cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), Integrative Gestalt, modified Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), relational processes, and differentiation. You might struggle with negative thinking, expressing feelings, making decisions, low self-esteem, not feeling good enough, grief, addiction, bereavement, or ADHD. I can help you build motivation, improve daily routines, deal with your addiction or sexual issues, and form a support network.
020 3319 5265 View 020 3319 5265
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Jacqueline England
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
North London, London N11
I am an experienced, BABCP-accred cognitive & behavioural psychotherapist and a BANT- accred nutritionist. Clients have CBT for a variety or reasons: it could be to help a specific mental health problem such as anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, an eating disorder or addiction. Others are going through major life events such as divorce or bereavement, and may be suffering from stress, insomnia and guilt. Perhaps you are not coping with relationship issues, or are finding your life is badly effected by anger issues, perfectionism or low self-esteem. CBT is evidence-based, effective and the therapy of choice for the NHS, NICE and WHO.
I am an experienced, BABCP-accred cognitive & behavioural psychotherapist and a BANT- accred nutritionist. Clients have CBT for a variety or reasons: it could be to help a specific mental health problem such as anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, an eating disorder or addiction. Others are going through major life events such as divorce or bereavement, and may be suffering from stress, insomnia and guilt. Perhaps you are not coping with relationship issues, or are finding your life is badly effected by anger issues, perfectionism or low self-esteem. CBT is evidence-based, effective and the therapy of choice for the NHS, NICE and WHO.
020 3095 2952 View 020 3095 2952
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Shammi Kohli
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N12
There are many reasons why you would chose to seek therapy. You maybe experiencing stress or anxiety, feeling overwhelmed or that you just can't cope at this moment in time. You maybe experiencing difficulties with intimate relationships or your family. Could you be suffering a bereavement, or loss, divorce or separation. There maybe issues you have been struggling for a long time, traumatic experiences, low self esteem, your identity or your sexuality. Or feeling like you 'don't quite fit in'. You could be stuck in certain relationship patterns that you want to change.
There are many reasons why you would chose to seek therapy. You maybe experiencing stress or anxiety, feeling overwhelmed or that you just can't cope at this moment in time. You maybe experiencing difficulties with intimate relationships or your family. Could you be suffering a bereavement, or loss, divorce or separation. There maybe issues you have been struggling for a long time, traumatic experiences, low self esteem, your identity or your sexuality. Or feeling like you 'don't quite fit in'. You could be stuck in certain relationship patterns that you want to change.
07480 488339 View 07480 488339
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Dr Andrea Oskis
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
North London, London N2
We come to therapy for all sorts of different reasons. Perhaps the most important thing to say is that there is no single, “right” reason. You might come to therapy because things have happened to you, such as a death, a divorce or a loss of something else, like a job. Or perhaps you have specific symptoms or feelings of depression, anxiety, stress, anger, low self-esteem or a lack of confidence. Or you may be experiencing issues in relationships, with people or with other things, e.g. food. Or it may be the case that you can’t pinpoint what’s wrong, things just don’t feel right and life simply isn’t going the way you expected.
We come to therapy for all sorts of different reasons. Perhaps the most important thing to say is that there is no single, “right” reason. You might come to therapy because things have happened to you, such as a death, a divorce or a loss of something else, like a job. Or perhaps you have specific symptoms or feelings of depression, anxiety, stress, anger, low self-esteem or a lack of confidence. Or you may be experiencing issues in relationships, with people or with other things, e.g. food. Or it may be the case that you can’t pinpoint what’s wrong, things just don’t feel right and life simply isn’t going the way you expected.
07403 942909 View 07403 942909
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Marta Benko
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
North London, London N16
Supporting kids, YP, parents and adults with: mental health difficulties in the context of a physical illness (especially with endometriosis, asthma, CF, oncology, haematology, gastroenterology, dermatology, neurosurgery, and surgery), health anxiety, functional presentation/ medically unexplained symptom, relationship breakdown and divorce, children and young people, school avoidance/school anxiety, ex-pats and 3rd country children, mood difficulties (anxiety, panic attacks, fear and phobias, low mood) , stress , OCD, body repetitive behaviours (hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting) , sleep, non-underweight eating disorders.
Supporting kids, YP, parents and adults with: mental health difficulties in the context of a physical illness (especially with endometriosis, asthma, CF, oncology, haematology, gastroenterology, dermatology, neurosurgery, and surgery), health anxiety, functional presentation/ medically unexplained symptom, relationship breakdown and divorce, children and young people, school avoidance/school anxiety, ex-pats and 3rd country children, mood difficulties (anxiety, panic attacks, fear and phobias, low mood) , stress , OCD, body repetitive behaviours (hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting) , sleep, non-underweight eating disorders.
020 8016 3516 View 020 8016 3516
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Ben Blair
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N1
I'm a specialist in working with anger and anxiety, and have extensive experience working with depression, trauma, addictions, relationships & breakups, divorce, parenting, abuse, illness & injury, self-harm and grief.
I’m a BACP registered integrative psychodynamic counsellor. I see clients as individuals with your own unique issues & life experiences, so draw on a wide range of humanistic, psychodynamic & CBT approaches to tailor therapy to your specific needs. I provide a safe, reliable & confidential space where we can develop a trusting relationship to help you feel supported in therapy & free to talk about the issues affecting your life without fear of judgement. Together we can explore the aspects of your life that are troubling you, helping you increase self-awareness & process difficult feelings in order to live in a more satisfying way.
I'm a specialist in working with anger and anxiety, and have extensive experience working with depression, trauma, addictions, relationships & breakups, divorce, parenting, abuse, illness & injury, self-harm and grief.
I’m a BACP registered integrative psychodynamic counsellor. I see clients as individuals with your own unique issues & life experiences, so draw on a wide range of humanistic, psychodynamic & CBT approaches to tailor therapy to your specific needs. I provide a safe, reliable & confidential space where we can develop a trusting relationship to help you feel supported in therapy & free to talk about the issues affecting your life without fear of judgement. Together we can explore the aspects of your life that are troubling you, helping you increase self-awareness & process difficult feelings in order to live in a more satisfying way.
020 4538 8235 View 020 4538 8235
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Rishi Long
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N14
Feel comfortable enough to truly express what is really going on. To find clarity, relief and be empowered in discovering how to move forward with professional support. I have been working successfully with depression, anxiety, addiction and recovery, male issues, sexual identity, confidence & direction, childhood trauma, breakups & divorce, work stress, burnout and bereavement. As an integrative counsellor there are a variety of techniques which can be used to address each issue in their own way. I have a proven track record within local services & private practice. Free telephone consultation (Online/Enfield/Islington/Harley St.)
Feel comfortable enough to truly express what is really going on. To find clarity, relief and be empowered in discovering how to move forward with professional support. I have been working successfully with depression, anxiety, addiction and recovery, male issues, sexual identity, confidence & direction, childhood trauma, breakups & divorce, work stress, burnout and bereavement. As an integrative counsellor there are a variety of techniques which can be used to address each issue in their own way. I have a proven track record within local services & private practice. Free telephone consultation (Online/Enfield/Islington/Harley St.)
020 4538 4148 View 020 4538 4148
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Dr Natasha Nascimento
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
North London, London N1
Seeking help is brave, finding the right therapist essential. So, let me tell you about myself. I am passionate about helping families and individuals navigate a range of complexities/dilemmas/relationships. You might be feeling hopeless or too cautious around others. Occasionally we all experience these feelings, but gradually these wear us down. I specialise in helping people affected by emotional/relationship difficulties to change and reconnect. These include: improving relationships, communication; anxiety/depression; trauma; parenting issues; post-adoption; separation/ divorce; loss/grief; education/work issues and other issues
Seeking help is brave, finding the right therapist essential. So, let me tell you about myself. I am passionate about helping families and individuals navigate a range of complexities/dilemmas/relationships. You might be feeling hopeless or too cautious around others. Occasionally we all experience these feelings, but gradually these wear us down. I specialise in helping people affected by emotional/relationship difficulties to change and reconnect. These include: improving relationships, communication; anxiety/depression; trauma; parenting issues; post-adoption; separation/ divorce; loss/grief; education/work issues and other issues
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Alessia Vignali
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
North London, London N16
Anxiety, Depression and Stress might be impacting your wellbeing and happiness and you would like to feel able to better manage your emotions. You might be experiencing low self-esteem, low self-worth or going through a difficult time like divorce, job-loss, bereavement, illness or a combination. Substance misuse could have ensued as a way of coping with stress or past traumatic experiences. Relationships might be impaired resulting in trust issues, conflict, infidelity. You might be experiencing sexuality issues like low sexual desire, E.D. or you might want to explore sexuality, kink, polyamorous and open relationships.
Anxiety, Depression and Stress might be impacting your wellbeing and happiness and you would like to feel able to better manage your emotions. You might be experiencing low self-esteem, low self-worth or going through a difficult time like divorce, job-loss, bereavement, illness or a combination. Substance misuse could have ensued as a way of coping with stress or past traumatic experiences. Relationships might be impaired resulting in trust issues, conflict, infidelity. You might be experiencing sexuality issues like low sexual desire, E.D. or you might want to explore sexuality, kink, polyamorous and open relationships.
020 8103 6833 View 020 8103 6833
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Amber Sheikh
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor and have experience working in a number of organisations and charities providing psychotherapy and counselling in areas such as: Bereavement, Domestic Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Stress and Anxiety, Depression, Divorce, Relationship issues, Childhood Trauma, Cultural Diversity, Racial Identity.
At times life can be challenging and we can get to point where we may feel a bit stuck and need to make sense of things. I seek to create a safe, culturally sensitive and non judgmental space for you to feel heard and understood. I’m here to support you to achieve the changes that you desire for yourself by helping you to process your feelings, gain greater clarity and to build more self awareness.
I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor and have experience working in a number of organisations and charities providing psychotherapy and counselling in areas such as: Bereavement, Domestic Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Stress and Anxiety, Depression, Divorce, Relationship issues, Childhood Trauma, Cultural Diversity, Racial Identity.
At times life can be challenging and we can get to point where we may feel a bit stuck and need to make sense of things. I seek to create a safe, culturally sensitive and non judgmental space for you to feel heard and understood. I’m here to support you to achieve the changes that you desire for yourself by helping you to process your feelings, gain greater clarity and to build more self awareness.
020 4538 7765 View 020 4538 7765
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Sheryl Noik
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N2
I specialise in childhood bereavement, relationship issues, chronic illness, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, divorce, self-harm, suicide ideation, sexual and gender identity, OCD, ASD and ADHD.
Hello, my name is Sheryl and I am an Integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, relationship issues, struggling with parenting or coping with bereavement, therapy will be tailor-made for your situation. Therapy is a safe, non-judgemental space where you can bring your worries, explore thoughts and share your feelings, and be heard with compassion and empathy. I work with adults, couples and adolescents.
I specialise in childhood bereavement, relationship issues, chronic illness, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, divorce, self-harm, suicide ideation, sexual and gender identity, OCD, ASD and ADHD.
Hello, my name is Sheryl and I am an Integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, relationship issues, struggling with parenting or coping with bereavement, therapy will be tailor-made for your situation. Therapy is a safe, non-judgemental space where you can bring your worries, explore thoughts and share your feelings, and be heard with compassion and empathy. I work with adults, couples and adolescents.
020 3835 3016 View 020 3835 3016
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Alan Reich
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N2
I can work with you to help find solutions to the difficulties encountered in relationships, family life, transitions, separation, divorce, sexuality, gender and identity.
I work with both individuals, couples and families, specialising in helping those with relationship difficulties, low-self esteem, anxiety and depression. Relationships are the most exciting and fulfilling aspect in our lives, but they can also be difficult and challenging. Most relationships go through a difficult patch at some time. Through counselling, you can learn how to stop fights from escalating, identify and change the underlying patterns that cause them and reconnect to the bond that you share with each other.
I can work with you to help find solutions to the difficulties encountered in relationships, family life, transitions, separation, divorce, sexuality, gender and identity.
I work with both individuals, couples and families, specialising in helping those with relationship difficulties, low-self esteem, anxiety and depression. Relationships are the most exciting and fulfilling aspect in our lives, but they can also be difficult and challenging. Most relationships go through a difficult patch at some time. Through counselling, you can learn how to stop fights from escalating, identify and change the underlying patterns that cause them and reconnect to the bond that you share with each other.
07528 260482 View 07528 260482
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Eleni Colocassis
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North London, London N4
I work with adults and young people, who are experiencing challenges that affect their day-to-day life. These include relationship and family issues, divorce, abuse, panic disorders and child related issues - to mention just a few. Sometimes these challenges can lead to feeling isolated or confused, depression, anxiety or stress. Maybe you have struggled with fitting into society or you have been struggling with low self esteem. Either way, I can offer you a safe space to gently explore your experiences.
I work with adults and young people, who are experiencing challenges that affect their day-to-day life. These include relationship and family issues, divorce, abuse, panic disorders and child related issues - to mention just a few. Sometimes these challenges can lead to feeling isolated or confused, depression, anxiety or stress. Maybe you have struggled with fitting into society or you have been struggling with low self esteem. Either way, I can offer you a safe space to gently explore your experiences.
01707 241842 View 01707 241842
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BEE Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N1
Hello and welcome to my profile. I'm Tayba and I am trained as an integrative counsellor, but also work primarily from a trauma-informed and relational perspective. I tend to employ several other approaches based on what your need is and what is right for you, such as an embodied approach. I work with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, faith and cultural conflict, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, divorce, self-harm and bullying. The list is not exhaustive but should give you an idea of the range of issues I am able to help and support you with.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I'm Tayba and I am trained as an integrative counsellor, but also work primarily from a trauma-informed and relational perspective. I tend to employ several other approaches based on what your need is and what is right for you, such as an embodied approach. I work with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, faith and cultural conflict, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, divorce, self-harm and bullying. The list is not exhaustive but should give you an idea of the range of issues I am able to help and support you with.
0113 320 4275 View 0113 320 4275
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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.