Divorce Therapists in San Francisco, CA

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Robin Fragner
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Thus I bring to my work a lifetime of professional experience understanding the developmental and attachment needs of children, a background of work in childhood trauma, anxiety symptoms and the special considerations required in helping children and parents navigate divorce.
Through play, creative projects, straight talk and skill building I help children learn to calm themselves, express needs and feelings appropriately and experience more connection, satisfaction and accomplishment in their daily relationships with family, friends and in school.
Thus I bring to my work a lifetime of professional experience understanding the developmental and attachment needs of children, a background of work in childhood trauma, anxiety symptoms and the special considerations required in helping children and parents navigate divorce.
Through play, creative projects, straight talk and skill building I help children learn to calm themselves, express needs and feelings appropriately and experience more connection, satisfaction and accomplishment in their daily relationships with family, friends and in school.
(415) 980-3213 View (415) 980-3213
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Susan Regan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Online Only
My ideal client is someone facing challenges in co-parenting, divorce, or building healthy relationships.
I specialize in family therapy, co-parenting, discernment counseling, couples therapy, and mediation. I offer trauma recovery, ketamine-assisted programs, relationship healing, premarital counseling, and coaching with practical tools and expert support to help you navigate life’s challenges. I offer several online support groups for divorce and processing.
My ideal client is someone facing challenges in co-parenting, divorce, or building healthy relationships.
I specialize in family therapy, co-parenting, discernment counseling, couples therapy, and mediation. I offer trauma recovery, ketamine-assisted programs, relationship healing, premarital counseling, and coaching with practical tools and expert support to help you navigate life’s challenges. I offer several online support groups for divorce and processing.
(415) 800-1185 View (415) 800-1185
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Jodie Stein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94123
I have faced my own struggles, which allows me to be with you in a human way—a divorce in my mid-30's, starting a business that nearly failed, living close to someone with an addiction, a life changing health diagnosis.
I help purpose-driven people navigate change—relationships, identity, health, career, the life you imagined for yourself—and find the gifts on the other side. My style combines a sharpness of mind, depth of heart, and intuitive wisdom. I’m warm, direct, and real with you. I have a gift for seeing the truth. When a problem or pattern gets named, then it can heal. I trust in your innate healing intelligence and also honor that you want my help and direction in our work.
I have faced my own struggles, which allows me to be with you in a human way—a divorce in my mid-30's, starting a business that nearly failed, living close to someone with an addiction, a life changing health diagnosis.
I help purpose-driven people navigate change—relationships, identity, health, career, the life you imagined for yourself—and find the gifts on the other side. My style combines a sharpness of mind, depth of heart, and intuitive wisdom. I’m warm, direct, and real with you. I have a gift for seeing the truth. When a problem or pattern gets named, then it can heal. I trust in your innate healing intelligence and also honor that you want my help and direction in our work.
(415) 692-6701 View (415) 692-6701
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Dr. Madrone Love | Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114
Relationship concerns might include divorce, breakups, dating, relationship OCD, attachment anxiety, friendship, and loneliness.
I only use evidence-based treatments that have been proven to work, because I respect your time, energy, and money. These treatments include mindfulness-based CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), compassion-focused therapy, exposure response prevention (ERP), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and motivational interviewing.
Relationship concerns might include divorce, breakups, dating, relationship OCD, attachment anxiety, friendship, and loneliness.
I only use evidence-based treatments that have been proven to work, because I respect your time, energy, and money. These treatments include mindfulness-based CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), compassion-focused therapy, exposure response prevention (ERP), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) and motivational interviewing.
(415) 915-2183 View (415) 915-2183
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Therapy with Don Mack
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCT
6 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94102
I also offer Divorce Mediation.
I provide psychotherapy for individuals and couples. My aim is to help you identify and understand past experiences and assist you in making decisions to help cultivate a life of satisfaction, meaning and peace. I have a warm, interactive approach and hope to gain an understanding of your perspective through engagement and asking in-depth questions. I was trained in the psychodynamic process and through experience I incorporate self-psychology and the cognitive-behavior approach in order to come up with an individualized plan for each client.
I also offer Divorce Mediation.
I provide psychotherapy for individuals and couples. My aim is to help you identify and understand past experiences and assist you in making decisions to help cultivate a life of satisfaction, meaning and peace. I have a warm, interactive approach and hope to gain an understanding of your perspective through engagement and asking in-depth questions. I was trained in the psychodynamic process and through experience I incorporate self-psychology and the cognitive-behavior approach in order to come up with an individualized plan for each client.
(415) 630-6557 View (415) 630-6557
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Marc Berke
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Online Only
I have helped many people in recovery from stress, the "blues", addictive/compulsive behaviors, substance abuse, mid life transition, divorce, and divorce transition, coparenting in single and blended families.
Seeking Change? I want to welcome you to what might be one of the most important steps in your life. People come to therapy with a problem to which they cannot find a solution. Often it is how the problem is being defined that does not allow a solution. It is then the task of the therapist to help you redefine the problem so you can arrive at workable solutions. Successful therapy helps you move forward with what we can call a new and better "normal".
I have helped many people in recovery from stress, the "blues", addictive/compulsive behaviors, substance abuse, mid life transition, divorce, and divorce transition, coparenting in single and blended families.
Seeking Change? I want to welcome you to what might be one of the most important steps in your life. People come to therapy with a problem to which they cannot find a solution. Often it is how the problem is being defined that does not allow a solution. It is then the task of the therapist to help you redefine the problem so you can arrive at workable solutions. Successful therapy helps you move forward with what we can call a new and better "normal".
(925) 521-6407 View (925) 521-6407
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Nina F Raff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Discernment counseling for couples who are on the brink of divorce but neither partner is completely sure.
Couples hit roadblocks. Let me help you reach for each other again. I am trained in two effective models of couples work. Remember the beginning? What if you could feel that way again? Check out my website. Call me.
Discernment counseling for couples who are on the brink of divorce but neither partner is completely sure.
Couples hit roadblocks. Let me help you reach for each other again. I am trained in two effective models of couples work. Remember the beginning? What if you could feel that way again? Check out my website. Call me.
(415) 446-1323 View (415) 446-1323
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Nata Andrea Bolsheva-Blizenko
Psychologist, PhD, FNCCCE, FNCPC, FABFEI, CFC
San Francisco, CA 94118
Couples, families, and individuals can be helped with divorce mediation, harassment in workplace, immigration counseling, or can see a parenting coordinator.
Travel throughout US and Canada. In Home Visit. Telecommunication though PT, SKYPE, ZOOM, DOXY. Artemis-Forensic Expert Services Center, based in San Francisco, and serving Bay Area, has helped many people who need assistance with issues concerning their well being for many years. We could help to coordinate parenting - a child-focused alternative dispute resolution process to assists high conflict parents to implement their parenting plan by facilitating the resolution of their disputes in a timely manner, educating parents about children’s needs, and with prior approval of the parties and/or the court.
Couples, families, and individuals can be helped with divorce mediation, harassment in workplace, immigration counseling, or can see a parenting coordinator.
Travel throughout US and Canada. In Home Visit. Telecommunication though PT, SKYPE, ZOOM, DOXY. Artemis-Forensic Expert Services Center, based in San Francisco, and serving Bay Area, has helped many people who need assistance with issues concerning their well being for many years. We could help to coordinate parenting - a child-focused alternative dispute resolution process to assists high conflict parents to implement their parenting plan by facilitating the resolution of their disputes in a timely manner, educating parents about children’s needs, and with prior approval of the parties and/or the court.
(628) 600-1694 View (628) 600-1694
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Daniel Yu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
San Francisco, CA 94102
In addition to individual psychotherapy with adolescents and adults, I also provide couples therapy , as well as mediation and divorce related coaching when couples are legally or informally separating.
It's likely that you are here because you are in some kind of distress. I draw on over 20 years of training and deep listening to help you understand your difficulties and find relief. I also teach psychotherapy to students and new therapists. I am compassionate, direct, and practical. I will tell you what I think the problem is, and how we can proceed together to assist you in feeling better. Individual therapy can help you feel stronger, more resilient, and become more of who you are as a person.
In addition to individual psychotherapy with adolescents and adults, I also provide couples therapy , as well as mediation and divorce related coaching when couples are legally or informally separating.
It's likely that you are here because you are in some kind of distress. I draw on over 20 years of training and deep listening to help you understand your difficulties and find relief. I also teach psychotherapy to students and new therapists. I am compassionate, direct, and practical. I will tell you what I think the problem is, and how we can proceed together to assist you in feeling better. Individual therapy can help you feel stronger, more resilient, and become more of who you are as a person.
(415) 367-3171 View (415) 367-3171
Melinda Ann Marmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
San Francisco, CA 94118
I am trained in Parent Coordination,, Co-Parent Counseling, with have expertise in high conflict divorce, court orders, and children who refuse/resist a parent.
My 27 years of experience have focused on adults and children with a multitude of problems; difficulties with life transitions, varying diagnosis, (ADHD, depression, anxiety and bereavement). I specialize in divorce and parent coaching. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, while providing a comfortable and supportive environment.
I am trained in Parent Coordination,, Co-Parent Counseling, with have expertise in high conflict divorce, court orders, and children who refuse/resist a parent.
My 27 years of experience have focused on adults and children with a multitude of problems; difficulties with life transitions, varying diagnosis, (ADHD, depression, anxiety and bereavement). I specialize in divorce and parent coaching. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, while providing a comfortable and supportive environment.
(415) 697-3134 View (415) 697-3134
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Cynthia Rolf
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Cynthia assists clients who have problems related to anger management, codependency, coping skills, divorce, emotional disturbance, family conflict, grief, infidelity, peer relationships, racial identity, relationship issues, self-esteem, spirituality, stress, trauma, and women's issues.
Cynthia applies an integrated strength-based approach to therapy including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused, and Dialectal Behavior Therapy. She also incorporates the Jungian approach to dream analysis and archetype. Cynthia works collaboratively with clients to establish goals and a safe environment free from judgment.
Cynthia assists clients who have problems related to anger management, codependency, coping skills, divorce, emotional disturbance, family conflict, grief, infidelity, peer relationships, racial identity, relationship issues, self-esteem, spirituality, stress, trauma, and women's issues.
Cynthia applies an integrated strength-based approach to therapy including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused, and Dialectal Behavior Therapy. She also incorporates the Jungian approach to dream analysis and archetype. Cynthia works collaboratively with clients to establish goals and a safe environment free from judgment.
(661) 760-7388 View (661) 760-7388
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Astarte Lippman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Perhaps contemplating or going through a separation/ divorce, career change, or feel you have lost touch with a part of yourself that once held the spark of joy and passion.
I have a Masters in Holistic Counseling Psychology with a focus on Transpersonal & Somatic Therapy. I am a Nationally Certified Expressive Arts Practitioner, IC Teacher, Certified Hypnotherapist and trained in EMDR. Prior to my work as an LMFT, I worked for 20 years as a massage therapist-which informs my work in incorporating mindfulness and the body.
Perhaps contemplating or going through a separation/ divorce, career change, or feel you have lost touch with a part of yourself that once held the spark of joy and passion.
I have a Masters in Holistic Counseling Psychology with a focus on Transpersonal & Somatic Therapy. I am a Nationally Certified Expressive Arts Practitioner, IC Teacher, Certified Hypnotherapist and trained in EMDR. Prior to my work as an LMFT, I worked for 20 years as a massage therapist-which informs my work in incorporating mindfulness and the body.
(510) 344-6577 View (510) 344-6577
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Alisa Genovese
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Serves Area
These include marriage, birth, parenting, divorce, aging, career transitions, and loss and grieving.
My work is largely as an innate wisdom coach, I believe you'll learn to listen and trust your own innate wisdom, as we work collaboratively to move you past what's blocking wholeness. If given the right support and nurturance, our psyches, much like our bodies, will naturally move towards healing and higher consciousness. ​ My work combines insight and intuition with a warm, open, and interactive style.
These include marriage, birth, parenting, divorce, aging, career transitions, and loss and grieving.
My work is largely as an innate wisdom coach, I believe you'll learn to listen and trust your own innate wisdom, as we work collaboratively to move you past what's blocking wholeness. If given the right support and nurturance, our psyches, much like our bodies, will naturally move towards healing and higher consciousness. ​ My work combines insight and intuition with a warm, open, and interactive style.
(828) 382-8719 View (828) 382-8719
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Nazzi (Nazanein) Vazira Bhullar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My clients experience many of the same issues you feel: anxiety, depression, breakups, divorce, parenting, lack of motivation, and setting boundaries in important life relationships.
For therapy to work, we have to first change the way you think so we can change the choices you make which ultimately changes the way you feel. If we begin working together, you will immediately see that I am always real and authentic. I hope to help you find solutions to your problems but also do so keeping patience and grace with yourself.
My clients experience many of the same issues you feel: anxiety, depression, breakups, divorce, parenting, lack of motivation, and setting boundaries in important life relationships.
For therapy to work, we have to first change the way you think so we can change the choices you make which ultimately changes the way you feel. If we begin working together, you will immediately see that I am always real and authentic. I hope to help you find solutions to your problems but also do so keeping patience and grace with yourself.
(310) 878-0893 View (310) 878-0893
Ramandeep Kular
Psychologist, PhD
San Francisco, CA 94104
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, self-wellness, South Asian families and the bi-cultural pressures, children of divorce and various teen concerns.
I engage with each person as an individual that requires a unique set of skills specifically altered to address your personal sources of distress. I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate and supportive environment so that you can create the change you are seeking. There are times in our lives when we struggle with the most valuable relationships in our lives. It helps to be able to reflect together, problem-solve toward solutions and ways of coping with someone who can remain objective and supportive. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is important in order to grow in therapy.
I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, self-wellness, South Asian families and the bi-cultural pressures, children of divorce and various teen concerns.
I engage with each person as an individual that requires a unique set of skills specifically altered to address your personal sources of distress. I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate and supportive environment so that you can create the change you are seeking. There are times in our lives when we struggle with the most valuable relationships in our lives. It helps to be able to reflect together, problem-solve toward solutions and ways of coping with someone who can remain objective and supportive. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is important in order to grow in therapy.
(925) 291-4397 View (925) 291-4397
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Josh Rothenberg
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94129
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with people who are navigating phases of life which involve shifts in their sense of identity, including marriage, becoming a parent, divorce, career change, retirement, and navigating the many stages of the aging process - whether in a loved one, or in one's self.
I provide psychotherapy for individual adults and adolescents, offering therapeutic support and interventions which are tailored to the unique needs and personalities of those whom I am fortunate to serve. Working from a disciplined eclectic perspective, I collaborate with my patients to discover new and more helpful ways to cope with life's challenges and work towards their goals and aspirations. Whether the work is short- or long-term in nature, my approach is grounded in the belief that every person deserves and benefits most from a course of treatment which is individually tailored to their specific strengths and challenges.
I specialize in working with people who are navigating phases of life which involve shifts in their sense of identity, including marriage, becoming a parent, divorce, career change, retirement, and navigating the many stages of the aging process - whether in a loved one, or in one's self.
I provide psychotherapy for individual adults and adolescents, offering therapeutic support and interventions which are tailored to the unique needs and personalities of those whom I am fortunate to serve. Working from a disciplined eclectic perspective, I collaborate with my patients to discover new and more helpful ways to cope with life's challenges and work towards their goals and aspirations. Whether the work is short- or long-term in nature, my approach is grounded in the belief that every person deserves and benefits most from a course of treatment which is individually tailored to their specific strengths and challenges.
(415) 936-1823 View (415) 936-1823
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Nicole Dadasovich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, EMDR, IFS
San Francisco, CA 94117
If you are seeking therapy for any of the following reasons, then we may be a good fit: You feel sad or stuck; you feel worried and stressed; you want support in parenting or in your relationship; you are navigating loss (death, divorce, retirement, illness); you want to process a traumatic experience; you are a curious seeker.
I’ve been in practice for almost 20 years and have found EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), IFS (Internal Family Systems), and the psychodynamic methods to be most helpful to my clients. I also draw from somatic and mindfulness approaches and I am a Gottman trained couple's therapist.
If you are seeking therapy for any of the following reasons, then we may be a good fit: You feel sad or stuck; you feel worried and stressed; you want support in parenting or in your relationship; you are navigating loss (death, divorce, retirement, illness); you want to process a traumatic experience; you are a curious seeker.
I’ve been in practice for almost 20 years and have found EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), IFS (Internal Family Systems), and the psychodynamic methods to be most helpful to my clients. I also draw from somatic and mindfulness approaches and I am a Gottman trained couple's therapist.
(628) 266-4306 View (628) 266-4306
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Yafah Franco
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94116
Unresolved conflicts, sadness, worries, relationship dissatisfaction, divorce, destructive behaviors, loss, trauma, or other adverse life experiences.
Life can be overwhelming and sometimes even exhausting, but I am here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. As a trained licensed Psychotherapist, I can offer you a safe, comforting place for you to explore your situation, heal from pain, & have the life you desire. I have seen success working with folks in all stages of life.
Unresolved conflicts, sadness, worries, relationship dissatisfaction, divorce, destructive behaviors, loss, trauma, or other adverse life experiences.
Life can be overwhelming and sometimes even exhausting, but I am here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. As a trained licensed Psychotherapist, I can offer you a safe, comforting place for you to explore your situation, heal from pain, & have the life you desire. I have seen success working with folks in all stages of life.
(628) 228-6516 View (628) 228-6516
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Pacific MFT Network NC - Depression, Couples, ADHD
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Our wide variety of specialties includes Depression, Anxiety, Addiction, Panic Attacks, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Child and Teen Behaviors, Family Issues, Couples, Divorce, Co-parenting, Communication, Dating, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+, Racial/Ethnic Identity, and clinicians who are trained in EMDR, CBT, IFS, ERP, ACT, and Brain Spotting.
Pacific MFT Network is a team of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists committed to empowering you to live the life you want. We do this by fostering supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. Our goal is to provide the highest quality care while minimizing obstacles to participation. As part of our commitment to accessibility, we offer a unique concierge billing service and flexible scheduling options, including weekday, weekend, daytime, and evening appointments. We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
Our wide variety of specialties includes Depression, Anxiety, Addiction, Panic Attacks, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Child and Teen Behaviors, Family Issues, Couples, Divorce, Co-parenting, Communication, Dating, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+, Racial/Ethnic Identity, and clinicians who are trained in EMDR, CBT, IFS, ERP, ACT, and Brain Spotting.
Pacific MFT Network is a team of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists committed to empowering you to live the life you want. We do this by fostering supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. Our goal is to provide the highest quality care while minimizing obstacles to participation. As part of our commitment to accessibility, we offer a unique concierge billing service and flexible scheduling options, including weekday, weekend, daytime, and evening appointments. We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
(650) 547-3742 View (650) 547-3742
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Lesley Van Voorhees, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
San Francisco, CA 94115
I feel passionate about helping you make the changes in your life you'd like help with, including better relationships/marriage, navigating fertility issues, improving mood and self-esteem, more effective parenting, navigating divorce, and feeling less stuck in your life.
I have specialized training in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, Hakomi, IFS, divorce mediation, as well as years of experience helping clients navigate fertility issues. I also have extensive experience working with startup founders and executives. With this training and experience I can help you effectively make the positive changes you desire.
I feel passionate about helping you make the changes in your life you'd like help with, including better relationships/marriage, navigating fertility issues, improving mood and self-esteem, more effective parenting, navigating divorce, and feeling less stuck in your life.
I have specialized training in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, Hakomi, IFS, divorce mediation, as well as years of experience helping clients navigate fertility issues. I also have extensive experience working with startup founders and executives. With this training and experience I can help you effectively make the positive changes you desire.
(415) 308-8523 View (415) 308-8523

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Divorce Therapists

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.