Divorce Therapists in 61764

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Amy Kay Duffy
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Pontiac, IL 61764
Do you feel overwhelmed with problems, grief, depression, or anxiety? Do you feel like you just can't get ahead of things or you have no one to help you? I have over 27 years of experience as mental health therapist in helping people cope with these types of problems. Life is too short to not live it to the fullest and I believe I can help you. Kind Living Therapy, LLC was established to work with children, teens, adults, couples, families, and older adults to find their strengths and create effective coping skills in dealing with life and promoting happiness.
Do you feel overwhelmed with problems, grief, depression, or anxiety? Do you feel like you just can't get ahead of things or you have no one to help you? I have over 27 years of experience as mental health therapist in helping people cope with these types of problems. Life is too short to not live it to the fullest and I believe I can help you. Kind Living Therapy, LLC was established to work with children, teens, adults, couples, families, and older adults to find their strengths and create effective coping skills in dealing with life and promoting happiness.
(815) 286-4553 View (815) 286-4553
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Mark B Wichman
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Pontiac, IL 61764
Professional Counseling Associates is a personalized, private practice with a proven tradition of excellence in the Livingston County area. Our ability to meet your needs around the demands of your busy schedule is one important quality that sets us apart from other providers. Your time is priceless. This is why we are open most evenings. You will be seen in a timely manner by a licensed therapist with a minimum of 10 years experience, not an intern, in the comfort of a private office at one of three locations. Also, you will never be exposed to a crowded waiting room.
Professional Counseling Associates is a personalized, private practice with a proven tradition of excellence in the Livingston County area. Our ability to meet your needs around the demands of your busy schedule is one important quality that sets us apart from other providers. Your time is priceless. This is why we are open most evenings. You will be seen in a timely manner by a licensed therapist with a minimum of 10 years experience, not an intern, in the comfort of a private office at one of three locations. Also, you will never be exposed to a crowded waiting room.
(815) 905-9860 View (815) 905-9860
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Michelle Rolley
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pontiac, IL 61764
Not accepting new clients
When life brings obstacles, it can be hard to find the way to peace and contentment. Have you recently experienced a loss, or is sadness or anxiety making it difficult for you to get through your days? Are you experiencing past or present hurts and traumatic memories that interfere with your emotional and physical health? You may be feeling you will “never be enough" based on rejections from the past, or struggling to find your voice or connection in a marriage or relationship. Do you find yourself distracted or overwhelmed? If you are feeling lost and uncertain what to do next, I am here to help with compassion and non-judgment.
When life brings obstacles, it can be hard to find the way to peace and contentment. Have you recently experienced a loss, or is sadness or anxiety making it difficult for you to get through your days? Are you experiencing past or present hurts and traumatic memories that interfere with your emotional and physical health? You may be feeling you will “never be enough" based on rejections from the past, or struggling to find your voice or connection in a marriage or relationship. Do you find yourself distracted or overwhelmed? If you are feeling lost and uncertain what to do next, I am here to help with compassion and non-judgment.
(217) 262-1612 View (217) 262-1612

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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.