Divorce can cut deeply into our corest level issues and there is no way of predicting how we will handle it. Guilt, anger, frustration, shame, sadness, loss - all of these things can come up, often in unexpected ways.This group is intended for adults to discuss and share their experiences and ongoing challenges with others who can directly understand and relate to what they are going through. I aim to create a safe place for people in any stage of divorce (still deciding to many years divorced) to find more freedom in the future. Contact me for more info.
Hosted by Shannon Michelle Harrison
Unlicensed Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Denver, CO 80206
How do we go from being critical of ourselves to compassionate? People-pleasing to authentic? Stuck to moving on? Sometimes life throws us for a loop- a relationship ends, we get divorced, the future brings us anxiety instead of excitement. Whether you're going through a difficult transition or are frustrated by patterns you know are not getting you what you want, I can help. Using techniques designed to get to the heart of the matter quickly, my goal is to bring compassion, some good-natured humor, and a safe space for supporting you in what matters most.
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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.