For many, co-parenting can be civil, comfortable, natural - and maybe even pleasant. For others, this is simply not the case. There is a misconception that co-parenting will get easier as kids get older. On the contrary- bigger (older) kids come with bigger decisions (schools, extra-curricular activities, driver's license, college, etc.) that require consistency and a mutual agreement between parents. I can help navigate the challenging and lifelong relationship with your ex-partner, with whom you are raising a child/children together in two separate homes.
For many, co-parenting can be civil, comfortable, natural - and maybe even pleasant. For others, this is simply not the case. There is a misconception that co-parenting will get easier as kids get older. On the contrary- bigger (older) kids come with bigger decisions (schools, extra-curricular activities, driver's license, college, etc.) that require consistency and a mutual agreement between parents. I can help navigate the challenging and lifelong relationship with your ex-partner, with whom you are raising a child/children together in two separate homes.
We support people impacted by relationship trauma, separation and family stress who are looking for new ways to live their lives. Our clients are looking to heal from family stress, trauma or separation such as divorce, experience in the foster care and adoption systems, immigration, post- incarceration reunification, or are caring for children with emotional needs which make parenting challenging (such as neurosensitivities, developmental delays and mental illness). Whether you have been struggling for a while or have a recent change that's causing stress, we can work together to rebuild the best version of yourself & your family!
We support people impacted by relationship trauma, separation and family stress who are looking for new ways to live their lives. Our clients are looking to heal from family stress, trauma or separation such as divorce, experience in the foster care and adoption systems, immigration, post- incarceration reunification, or are caring for children with emotional needs which make parenting challenging (such as neurosensitivities, developmental delays and mental illness). Whether you have been struggling for a while or have a recent change that's causing stress, we can work together to rebuild the best version of yourself & your family!
Our Divorce Women’s Group offers a supportive space for women navigating the challenges of divorce. Using evidence-based therapeutic approaches, we focus on emotional healing, rebuilding self-esteem, and strengthening coping skills. Connect with others who understand your journey and gain the tools to move forward with confidence.
I work with couples facing a range of relationship and life challenges with a specialty in families in transition ( divorce, co-parenting, blended families).
Our Divorce Women’s Group offers a supportive space for women navigating the challenges of divorce. Using evidence-based therapeutic approaches, we focus on emotional healing, rebuilding self-esteem, and strengthening coping skills. Connect with others who understand your journey and gain the tools to move forward with confidence.
Purpose of this group is to create a safe, supportive, and vulnerable environment where males are seeking personal and relational growth opportunities that includes the following topics: relationships/relational health, self-confidence, emotional regulation/expression, life-purpose/meaning making. This group is a closed group, meaning you have to commit to a minimum of 8 sessions consecutively. You do have to schedule a consultation call before joining the group. Check out my website (chadfragatherapy.com) to book a consult call. Thank you for your interest!
Purpose of this group is to create a safe, supportive, and vulnerable environment where males are seeking personal and relational growth opportunities that includes the following topics: relationships/relational health, self-confidence, emotional regulation/expression, life-purpose/meaning making. This group is a closed group, meaning you have to commit to a minimum of 8 sessions consecutively. You do have to schedule a consultation call before joining the group. Check out my website (chadfragatherapy.com) to book a consult call. Thank you for your interest!
I offer a co-parenting class for separated or divorced parents, or parents who are in co-parenting situations (e.g. mother and grandparents). The 4-6 hour class is currently offered online and the cost is $125. Classes are approved by the Kern County Family Court. To get more information or to register, please contact my associate clinician, Kendall Wood, at 661-858-6348.
Hosted by Charree Kashwer
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Group meets in Bakersfield, CA 93309
I offer a co-parenting class for separated or divorced parents, or parents who are in co-parenting situations (e.g. mother and grandparents). The 4-6 hour class is currently offered online and the cost is $125. Classes are approved by the Kern County Family Court. To get more information or to register, please contact my associate clinician, Kendall Wood, at 661-858-6348.
The Parenting Support Groups for parents of school ages kids and parents is teens ! The parent support groups reinforce Practical, yet Effective parenting strategies in everyday interactions with their child/teen. Sessions focus on positive strategies to communicate; set boundaries in an effective manner; while also addressing essential ways to take care of yourself as the parent or caregiver in the process. YOU CAN DO IT!!! LEARN SKILLS and get support in the process for skills that you will practice daily!! Call or email for more details. We have Telehealth support groups and In-Person available!
The Parenting Support Groups for parents of school ages kids and parents is teens ! The parent support groups reinforce Practical, yet Effective parenting strategies in everyday interactions with their child/teen. Sessions focus on positive strategies to communicate; set boundaries in an effective manner; while also addressing essential ways to take care of yourself as the parent or caregiver in the process. YOU CAN DO IT!!! LEARN SKILLS and get support in the process for skills that you will practice daily!! Call or email for more details. We have Telehealth support groups and In-Person available!
A process group catering to teens from divorced, separated, and split homes. Changes in family dynamics can be a source of a whole host of feelings: from anger and sadness to rebellion. This small group will provide a safe and judgment-free environment to explore any and all thoughts and feelings amongst peers who are facing a similar experience.
Hosted by Leanne R. Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90066
A process group catering to teens from divorced, separated, and split homes. Changes in family dynamics can be a source of a whole host of feelings: from anger and sadness to rebellion. This small group will provide a safe and judgment-free environment to explore any and all thoughts and feelings amongst peers who are facing a similar experience.
April 25–May 1, 2026 The Vision Quest Wilderness Passage is a guided week long retreat in nature for people undergoing a major life transition including grief, spiritual awakening, sobriety, marriage, divorce, career change, healing trauma, finding a deeper life purpose, and many other types of important transitions. As a rite-of-passage, the Vision Quest addresses the need to let go of outmoded ways of being and open to new beginnings. In depth group preparation is followed by three days of solitude in a remote wilderness setting and 2 days of integration afterwards. For info visit lifepassage.com/programs_vision.html
April 25–May 1, 2026 The Vision Quest Wilderness Passage is a guided week long retreat in nature for people undergoing a major life transition including grief, spiritual awakening, sobriety, marriage, divorce, career change, healing trauma, finding a deeper life purpose, and many other types of important transitions. As a rite-of-passage, the Vision Quest addresses the need to let go of outmoded ways of being and open to new beginnings. In depth group preparation is followed by three days of solitude in a remote wilderness setting and 2 days of integration afterwards. For info visit lifepassage.com/programs_vision.html
Program objectives: To help parents build new skills in communication and parenting and to make constructive choices for their family. Group interventions include role plays, videos, peer learning and didactic information to assist them in learning.
Hosted by Peace-It-Together Counseling Agency
Treatment Center, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Santa Clara, CA 95050
Program objectives: To help parents build new skills in communication and parenting and to make constructive choices for their family. Group interventions include role plays, videos, peer learning and didactic information to assist them in learning.
Facing unexpected challenges in life can be an isolating experience. Often friends and family members want to support but don't know how. Join a therapeutic and supportive community to freely share your experiences without judgment. We will use art and journal activities to identify and express difficult thoughts and feelings. Learn strategies to cope with the impact adversity has had on your life and begin to thrive again.
Hosted by Jill Diamond de Porras
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Temecula, CA 92590
Facing unexpected challenges in life can be an isolating experience. Often friends and family members want to support but don't know how. Join a therapeutic and supportive community to freely share your experiences without judgment. We will use art and journal activities to identify and express difficult thoughts and feelings. Learn strategies to cope with the impact adversity has had on your life and begin to thrive again.
A 7-week, women-only virtual experience designed to help you break painful relationship patterns and rebuild the confidence, clarity, and self-trust you lost in unhealthy love. If you’re tired of feeling unseen, overgiving, or stuck in relationships that drain you, this group gives you the insight, tools, and support you need to finally choose differently. Each week blends guided teaching, reflection, and real conversations to help you understand your patterns, reclaim your voice, and step into the woman you’re becoming. If you’re struggling with love that hurts, Restoration is the path toward healing that lasts.
Hosted by Kerrie Hudson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90019
A 7-week, women-only virtual experience designed to help you break painful relationship patterns and rebuild the confidence, clarity, and self-trust you lost in unhealthy love. If you’re tired of feeling unseen, overgiving, or stuck in relationships that drain you, this group gives you the insight, tools, and support you need to finally choose differently. Each week blends guided teaching, reflection, and real conversations to help you understand your patterns, reclaim your voice, and step into the woman you’re becoming. If you’re struggling with love that hurts, Restoration is the path toward healing that lasts.
10-week group for women struggling with the overwhelm of divorce or separation. Get professional and group support and learn new tools to manage the emotional challenges that go along with one of the most stressful times any of us will ever go through.
Hosted by Katherine Jewett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
10-week group for women struggling with the overwhelm of divorce or separation. Get professional and group support and learn new tools to manage the emotional challenges that go along with one of the most stressful times any of us will ever go through.
Cyndy Thomas LCSW and Glenn Thomas LCSW are a married couple who work together to help you with your relationship, or marrage. They both meet with you and your partner together in the same sessions.
Hosted by Dr. Glenn Thomas & Cyndy Thomas LCSW Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Group meets in San Jose, CA 95125
Cyndy Thomas LCSW and Glenn Thomas LCSW are a married couple who work together to help you with your relationship, or marrage. They both meet with you and your partner together in the same sessions.
This is a women's group for individuals that have found themselves divorced or seperated. When this happens there can be a wide range a feelings. These may include feelings of hurt, sadness, anxiety, grief, loss, shame, and betrayal.
In my case it was sudden and unexpected, i felt betrayal and anger which has shifted to feeling relief and now freedom. This groups goal is to help each other through this life transition.
Hosted by Mental Health Wellness 4u
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Tara, Kesling, LCSW
Group meets in Northridge, CA 91325
This is a women's group for individuals that have found themselves divorced or seperated. When this happens there can be a wide range a feelings. These may include feelings of hurt, sadness, anxiety, grief, loss, shame, and betrayal.
In my case it was sudden and unexpected, i felt betrayal and anger which has shifted to feeling relief and now freedom. This groups goal is to help each other through this life transition.
These groups help women cultivate connection to self and others, mindful self care, and capacity to increase life coping skills. These are long term, process oriented, closed groups for women who are working on personal growth related to issues of relationship, self esteem, depression, anxiety, loss and life transitions. There is a minimum 12 week commitment.
Hosted by Mary McManus, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Laguna Hills, CA 92653
These groups help women cultivate connection to self and others, mindful self care, and capacity to increase life coping skills. These are long term, process oriented, closed groups for women who are working on personal growth related to issues of relationship, self esteem, depression, anxiety, loss and life transitions. There is a minimum 12 week commitment.
What will you learn in the group? Became Emotional Mature Parent, to avoid any arguments, issues and Trauma. Emotionally Immature and Tips to Cope: They operate from a place of ego. They don't take personal responsibility and often blame others. They use unsophisticated defense mechanisms such as denial, projection, and projective identification. They have a lack of empathy. Assertive Communication for Parents Stress Management Empathy training for Parenting and Co-parents. Anger and Conflict resolution Parenting Styles Boundary and Limit Setting. Step-family Dynamics Rewards and Discipline for Children Avoiding Parenting Mistakes. Co-parenting Teamwork/Challenges Co-parenting plan
Hosted by Nata Andrea Bolsheva-Blizenko
Psychologist, PhD, FNCCCE, FNCPC, FABFEI, CFC
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94118
What will you learn in the group? Became Emotional Mature Parent, to avoid any arguments, issues and Trauma. Emotionally Immature and Tips to Cope: They operate from a place of ego. They don't take personal responsibility and often blame others. They use unsophisticated defense mechanisms such as denial, projection, and projective identification. They have a lack of empathy. Assertive Communication for Parents Stress Management Empathy training for Parenting and Co-parents. Anger and Conflict resolution Parenting Styles Boundary and Limit Setting. Step-family Dynamics Rewards and Discipline for Children Avoiding Parenting Mistakes. Co-parenting Teamwork/Challenges Co-parenting plan
Bendele Family Therapy, Inc. provides in person services in the Orcutt/Santa Maria area and telehealth-based services throughout California. We work with all ages from toddlers through adulthood, including couples and families.
Hosted by Bendele Family Therapy, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, BCBA-D
Group meets in Orcutt, CA 93455
Bendele Family Therapy, Inc. provides in person services in the Orcutt/Santa Maria area and telehealth-based services throughout California. We work with all ages from toddlers through adulthood, including couples and families.
A small gathering of people going through the difficult process of separation or divorce. Join with others in a safe, supportive group, to get comfort, share ideas, regain your balance and feel better. Those who are initially shy in a group setting often find themselves feeling more confident, and bonding with the other group members as time goes on.
Hosted by Ellen Butterfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Group meets in Studio City, CA 91604
A small gathering of people going through the difficult process of separation or divorce. Join with others in a safe, supportive group, to get comfort, share ideas, regain your balance and feel better. Those who are initially shy in a group setting often find themselves feeling more confident, and bonding with the other group members as time goes on.
The objective of Dynamic group is to increase self awareness, increase social comfort, allow exploration of new behaviors, provide support, develop skills, and promote more genuine interactions with others and learn to identify and communicate in the present moment.
The objective of Dynamic group is to increase self awareness, increase social comfort, allow exploration of new behaviors, provide support, develop skills, and promote more genuine interactions with others and learn to identify and communicate in the present moment.
At Hopeful Innovations, we believe healing happens through safe, supportive relationships. Our licensed clinicians and associates help individuals and couples overcome disconnection, conflict, and emotional pain using attachment-based, EFT, and relationship-science approaches. We guide clients toward deeper intimacy, self-trust, and authentic communication. Rooted in authenticity and inclusion, our culture blends warmth, humor, and practical tools to foster real growth. Therapy with us is both emotional and educational—a space to understand your patterns and learn new ways to connect with yourself and others.
At Hopeful Innovations, we believe healing happens through safe, supportive relationships. Our licensed clinicians and associates help individuals and couples overcome disconnection, conflict, and emotional pain using attachment-based, EFT, and relationship-science approaches. We guide clients toward deeper intimacy, self-trust, and authentic communication. Rooted in authenticity and inclusion, our culture blends warmth, humor, and practical tools to foster real growth. Therapy with us is both emotional and educational—a space to understand your patterns and learn new ways to connect with yourself and others.
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Divorce Support Groups
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 behavioral, 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 behavioral 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.