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Speak Your Peace Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85260  (Online Only)
I provide teletherapy support and skills development to clients that are experiencing relationship issues, LGBTQIA issues, and life transitions (i.e. divorce, grief, career transitions).
I provide teletherapy support and skills development to clients that are experiencing relationship issues, LGBTQIA issues, and life transitions (i.e. divorce, grief, career transitions).
(317) 676-6015 View (317) 676-6015
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Haley Bell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS , LISAC , ACIC, CPATP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Some of her areas of expertise include Inner Child Work, Shadow Work, Addiction/Substance Abuse Recovery, Healthy Parenting/Co-Parenting, Navigating Divorce, Grief/Loss, LGBTQ Affirming, and Stress Management Skills.
Haley Bell is a Holistic Therapist and Integrative Coach who brings to her work a powerful combination of heart, experience, training, and education. With over 18 years of experience, Haley believes in the holistic approach to healing and her life's work has been dedicated to finding innovative and effective ways to guide people into finding their own power to heal. One of her strengths is her ability to hold the space for transformation to unfold in a safe and therapeutic way. In addition, Haley has worked with diverse populations and understands the importance of meeting a client where they are without judgment.
Some of her areas of expertise include Inner Child Work, Shadow Work, Addiction/Substance Abuse Recovery, Healthy Parenting/Co-Parenting, Navigating Divorce, Grief/Loss, LGBTQ Affirming, and Stress Management Skills.
Haley Bell is a Holistic Therapist and Integrative Coach who brings to her work a powerful combination of heart, experience, training, and education. With over 18 years of experience, Haley believes in the holistic approach to healing and her life's work has been dedicated to finding innovative and effective ways to guide people into finding their own power to heal. One of her strengths is her ability to hold the space for transformation to unfold in a safe and therapeutic way. In addition, Haley has worked with diverse populations and understands the importance of meeting a client where they are without judgment.
(623) 294-6670 View (623) 294-6670
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Karen Hawk
Psychologist, PsyD, LAC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85298
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR GROUP AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. Thank you for believing you deserve to feel better! I have extensive experience and training in trauma, family conflict, infidelity, intimacy and communication difficulties, anxiety, depression, substance use, porn addiction, pre-teen and teen challenges, “midlife crisis,” loneliness, fear of abandonment, and rejection, co-parenting, pre-and-post divorce difficulties, grief, ethnic and cultural diversity, and the effects of narcissism in relationships. I hope to instill confidence and agency in survivors of abuse so they can live happy lives!
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR GROUP AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. Thank you for believing you deserve to feel better! I have extensive experience and training in trauma, family conflict, infidelity, intimacy and communication difficulties, anxiety, depression, substance use, porn addiction, pre-teen and teen challenges, “midlife crisis,” loneliness, fear of abandonment, and rejection, co-parenting, pre-and-post divorce difficulties, grief, ethnic and cultural diversity, and the effects of narcissism in relationships. I hope to instill confidence and agency in survivors of abuse so they can live happy lives!
(480) 771-9905 View (480) 771-9905
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Phoenix Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85085
Quality: Phoenix Wellness Center is committed to providing quality counseling. Our counselors treat most mental health concerns using effective, evidence based treatments. Our counselors specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, divorce, and adjustment concerns. Additionally, we treat individuals, families, couples, children and adults. We work collaboratively as a team to provide you and your family with comprehensive treatment.
Quality: Phoenix Wellness Center is committed to providing quality counseling. Our counselors treat most mental health concerns using effective, evidence based treatments. Our counselors specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, divorce, and adjustment concerns. Additionally, we treat individuals, families, couples, children and adults. We work collaboratively as a team to provide you and your family with comprehensive treatment.
(480) 725-8586 View (480) 725-8586
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Mellissa Perry Hill
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85206
I enjoy using my education and expertise to help individuals and families feel more joy and peace in their lives. Clients who are marginalized and facing the challenges presented by the society in which we live are a priority of mine to support. I enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community, support black lives, and have lived experience in transitions of faith from high demand religion in relation to existential crisis's and development. Women's issues, parenting, and family systems. Couples going through various transitions as well as those dealing with divorce. I view each of these issues through the lens of trauma.
I enjoy using my education and expertise to help individuals and families feel more joy and peace in their lives. Clients who are marginalized and facing the challenges presented by the society in which we live are a priority of mine to support. I enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community, support black lives, and have lived experience in transitions of faith from high demand religion in relation to existential crisis's and development. Women's issues, parenting, and family systems. Couples going through various transitions as well as those dealing with divorce. I view each of these issues through the lens of trauma.
(480) 745-1061 View (480) 745-1061
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Bethany Camp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
I specialize in identity work, anxiety, depression, aging, burnout, perfectionism, boundaries, Imposter Syndrome, bereavement, divorce, midlife crisis, and other life transitions.
I offer psychotherapy for individual adults. Psychotherapy with me is a confidential, nonjudgmental, collaborative, and compassionate process. This means that we work together to find the root cause of your issues rather than focus on quick fixes and bandaids. Your reality, core beliefs, narratives, and relationships are shaped by your conscious and unconscious mind & your attachment style. Together, we work through your past to rebuild a new way of viewing and being in the world that serves who you are today. When working with me, you can expect an approach that is highly personalized to your personal growth and values.
I specialize in identity work, anxiety, depression, aging, burnout, perfectionism, boundaries, Imposter Syndrome, bereavement, divorce, midlife crisis, and other life transitions.
I offer psychotherapy for individual adults. Psychotherapy with me is a confidential, nonjudgmental, collaborative, and compassionate process. This means that we work together to find the root cause of your issues rather than focus on quick fixes and bandaids. Your reality, core beliefs, narratives, and relationships are shaped by your conscious and unconscious mind & your attachment style. Together, we work through your past to rebuild a new way of viewing and being in the world that serves who you are today. When working with me, you can expect an approach that is highly personalized to your personal growth and values.
(928) 267-0873 View (928) 267-0873
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Janae Munday
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85014
Combining my 25 year practice with extensive training by top psychotherapy experts has benefitted individuals struggling with a variety of issues including relationships, depression, anxiety and the most difficult of life's circumstances: divorce, loss and trauma.
COUPLES - Are you dealing with frequently recurring conflicts or just feeling more disconnected in your relationship? Would you like to feel unstuck and instead create a relationship where you can both experience a happy, loving, fun and supportive partnership? I help couples: 1) Uncover what the real problem is. 2) Stop hurting each other, learn how to communicate well and be there for one another 3) Face past hurts, heal from betrayals and address fears so you can trust again. 4) Learn to appreciate each others differences so you both feel deeply understood. Create the relationship you want! FEE: $225/90 MINUTES, NO INS ACCEPTED
Combining my 25 year practice with extensive training by top psychotherapy experts has benefitted individuals struggling with a variety of issues including relationships, depression, anxiety and the most difficult of life's circumstances: divorce, loss and trauma.
COUPLES - Are you dealing with frequently recurring conflicts or just feeling more disconnected in your relationship? Would you like to feel unstuck and instead create a relationship where you can both experience a happy, loving, fun and supportive partnership? I help couples: 1) Uncover what the real problem is. 2) Stop hurting each other, learn how to communicate well and be there for one another 3) Face past hurts, heal from betrayals and address fears so you can trust again. 4) Learn to appreciate each others differences so you both feel deeply understood. Create the relationship you want! FEE: $225/90 MINUTES, NO INS ACCEPTED
(602) 883-2591 View (602) 883-2591
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Jeff Krehl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
Some couples issues I can help with include poor communication, breaks in trust, sexual problems,"distance" between partners, and contemplating separation or divorce.
I provide a safe, comfortable and laid back environment for therapy. While you won't find any cascading waterfalls or healing rocks in my office, you will find a calm place to do the hard work of change. I will work with you in an effort to get you in an out of therapy as quickly as possible. Your first couple sessions will involve us getting familiar with each other, working together to complete a comprehensive assessment, and beginning to develop the goals for your treatment. From there, our work together will be driven by you and guided by me.
Some couples issues I can help with include poor communication, breaks in trust, sexual problems,"distance" between partners, and contemplating separation or divorce.
I provide a safe, comfortable and laid back environment for therapy. While you won't find any cascading waterfalls or healing rocks in my office, you will find a calm place to do the hard work of change. I will work with you in an effort to get you in an out of therapy as quickly as possible. Your first couple sessions will involve us getting familiar with each other, working together to complete a comprehensive assessment, and beginning to develop the goals for your treatment. From there, our work together will be driven by you and guided by me.
(480) 568-5130 View (480) 568-5130
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Kathryn Forsyth
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85204
I specialize in depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship issues and divorce issues.
Hello, I'm Kathryn Forsyth, Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, couples counseling and a wide variety of other issues. I have been in this field for the past 20 years; I invite you to give me a call to see if I can best suit your needs.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship issues and divorce issues.
Hello, I'm Kathryn Forsyth, Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, couples counseling and a wide variety of other issues. I have been in this field for the past 20 years; I invite you to give me a call to see if I can best suit your needs.
(480) 382-9927 View (480) 382-9927
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Duane Freeman
Counselor, LAC, MEd
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85028
Waitlist for new clients
My experience spans more than 20 years, working predominantly in independent private schools, meeting with individuals, developing and implementing social-emotional learning curricula, collaborating with various psychologists and psychiatrists to support students, creating parent presentations on child development, social dynamics, parent-child communication, and running leadership, social, and divorce groups. I use humor and improv to lower defenses, teach social cues, practice interpersonal skills, and approach difficult topics in a playful yet direct way. I support your healing process in creative and fun ways.
My experience spans more than 20 years, working predominantly in independent private schools, meeting with individuals, developing and implementing social-emotional learning curricula, collaborating with various psychologists and psychiatrists to support students, creating parent presentations on child development, social dynamics, parent-child communication, and running leadership, social, and divorce groups. I use humor and improv to lower defenses, teach social cues, practice interpersonal skills, and approach difficult topics in a playful yet direct way. I support your healing process in creative and fun ways.
(602) 833-0335 View (602) 833-0335
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Kristy Northey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85739  (Online Only)
Are you feeling lost amidst life's transitions, grappling with the weight of trauma or pain of not being accepted for who you are? Are you facing the turbulent waters of divorce, separation, or challenges of mental health conditions like OCD, neurodivergence, anxiety, or depression? You have come to the right place. We understand the complexities of life's twists and turns and are here to guide you through them. Whether you're looking for healing from past wounds, seeking acceptance and empowerment as part of the LGBTQ community, or searching for tools to navigate the maze of mental health challenges, our doors are open to you.
Are you feeling lost amidst life's transitions, grappling with the weight of trauma or pain of not being accepted for who you are? Are you facing the turbulent waters of divorce, separation, or challenges of mental health conditions like OCD, neurodivergence, anxiety, or depression? You have come to the right place. We understand the complexities of life's twists and turns and are here to guide you through them. Whether you're looking for healing from past wounds, seeking acceptance and empowerment as part of the LGBTQ community, or searching for tools to navigate the maze of mental health challenges, our doors are open to you.
(520) 201-0420 View (520) 201-0420
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Erin Catherine Hastings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sedona, AZ 86336
Waitlist for new clients
Issues that I treat cover a broad range including, but not limited to, relationship issues, couples and families facing separation/divorce, grief/loss, life changes, parenting issues, and addictions.
My hope is to create a safe, supportive environment in which you can explore your emotions and examine barriers that are preventing you from living the life that you want to live. I work using a style of fostering trust and authenticity. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is at the core of beginning the process of change. Together we can discover what you value and how to live a life that honors those values on a daily basis.
Issues that I treat cover a broad range including, but not limited to, relationship issues, couples and families facing separation/divorce, grief/loss, life changes, parenting issues, and addictions.
My hope is to create a safe, supportive environment in which you can explore your emotions and examine barriers that are preventing you from living the life that you want to live. I work using a style of fostering trust and authenticity. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is at the core of beginning the process of change. Together we can discover what you value and how to live a life that honors those values on a daily basis.
(928) 249-8201 View (928) 249-8201
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Alison Gamez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Glendale, AZ 85308
My ideal client is someone struggling with relationship issues, whether it’s a teenager, middle school person, or adult. Some examples are parents are going through a divorce, a teenager needing help with school or family interpersonal issues, family or friend relationship problems, and general anxiety or depression.
My ideal client is someone struggling with relationship issues, whether it’s a teenager, middle school person, or adult. Some examples are parents are going through a divorce, a teenager needing help with school or family interpersonal issues, family or friend relationship problems, and general anxiety or depression.
(623) 288-3863 View (623) 288-3863
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Krystina A. Gordon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
YOUTH: Defiance/Anger, Cutting, Videogame Addiction, Depression/Anxiety/Self-Esteem, Academic Problems & Failure to Launch Successfully into Adulthood COUPLES: Conflict/Crisis Resolution, Infidelity Recovery, Rekindling Love Connection, Enhancing Communication & Repairing Relationship After Conflict FAMILY: Divorce, Parenting Skills & Co-Parenting in Divorce.
Hello, I am Dr. Krystina Gordon. I would like to invite you to review my profile and then call or email my office to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation with me. This is a great way for you to get a feel for my personality and approach to your goals. As a clinical psychologist with 17 years of experience, I am confident that you will find that I am easy to talk to, nonjudgemental, and knowledgeable about how to help you or your child/teen to reach your goals. I love helping people discover a more fulfilling, nourishing life, in which they feel alive, connected to their purpose, and excited for the future.
YOUTH: Defiance/Anger, Cutting, Videogame Addiction, Depression/Anxiety/Self-Esteem, Academic Problems & Failure to Launch Successfully into Adulthood COUPLES: Conflict/Crisis Resolution, Infidelity Recovery, Rekindling Love Connection, Enhancing Communication & Repairing Relationship After Conflict FAMILY: Divorce, Parenting Skills & Co-Parenting in Divorce.
Hello, I am Dr. Krystina Gordon. I would like to invite you to review my profile and then call or email my office to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation with me. This is a great way for you to get a feel for my personality and approach to your goals. As a clinical psychologist with 17 years of experience, I am confident that you will find that I am easy to talk to, nonjudgemental, and knowledgeable about how to help you or your child/teen to reach your goals. I love helping people discover a more fulfilling, nourishing life, in which they feel alive, connected to their purpose, and excited for the future.
(480) 696-6860 View (480) 696-6860
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Suzanne DeSerto
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC, CTC
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
My experience is working with individuals, adolescents, couples and families and my areas of specialties are marriage & family therapy, addictions, alcoholism/substance abuse, adolescents, depression/anxiety, fertility issues, LGBTQ*, divorce/co-parenting. I have a warm and empathic style and focus on strengths that allows a client to empower themselves.
My experience is working with individuals, adolescents, couples and families and my areas of specialties are marriage & family therapy, addictions, alcoholism/substance abuse, adolescents, depression/anxiety, fertility issues, LGBTQ*, divorce/co-parenting. I have a warm and empathic style and focus on strengths that allows a client to empower themselves.
(480) 442-7881 View (480) 442-7881
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Ivory Rose Coaching - Shoshana Hanson
CSMC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85297
I specialize in stress management coaching in the areas of divorce transition, marriage and family, carreer path, general stress and anxiety, relationships, infertility and is LGBTQ friendly.
Ivory Rose Coaching ~ A time to destress and take your life back. I've been coaching clients for personal empowerment over 12 years and am a certified stress management coach. My unique and caring approach uses IMT (introspective meditative techniques) giving clients a sense of calm and inner strength in each session. With my help clients find answers to personal struggles quickly and easily in a very non-judmental supportive environment. Clients learn stress reducing techniques to gain insight to personal issues while promoting deep relaxation to manage situational and daily stress.
I specialize in stress management coaching in the areas of divorce transition, marriage and family, carreer path, general stress and anxiety, relationships, infertility and is LGBTQ friendly.
Ivory Rose Coaching ~ A time to destress and take your life back. I've been coaching clients for personal empowerment over 12 years and am a certified stress management coach. My unique and caring approach uses IMT (introspective meditative techniques) giving clients a sense of calm and inner strength in each session. With my help clients find answers to personal struggles quickly and easily in a very non-judmental supportive environment. Clients learn stress reducing techniques to gain insight to personal issues while promoting deep relaxation to manage situational and daily stress.
(480) 470-7685 View (480) 470-7685
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Claudette Waite New Point Of View Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, C-DBT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85048
"Shame cannot survive being spoken and being met with empathy" Brene Brown. My goal is to support your healing, to hold a sacred space that feels safe to you and where you no longer feel alone in your pain. I specialize in helping people with attachment / relationship wounding trauma , family disconnection/dysfunction, divorce, codependency, self-esteem, and relationship problems. If you struggle with fear of abandonment, unstable relationships and self-image I can help. If you struggle with not being good enough, chronic feelings of unworthiness, control, the need to be perfect and comparing yourself to others, then call me.
"Shame cannot survive being spoken and being met with empathy" Brene Brown. My goal is to support your healing, to hold a sacred space that feels safe to you and where you no longer feel alone in your pain. I specialize in helping people with attachment / relationship wounding trauma , family disconnection/dysfunction, divorce, codependency, self-esteem, and relationship problems. If you struggle with fear of abandonment, unstable relationships and self-image I can help. If you struggle with not being good enough, chronic feelings of unworthiness, control, the need to be perfect and comparing yourself to others, then call me.
(602) 783-8831 View (602) 783-8831
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Gretchen E Solof
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LMT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85705
Stess, anxiety, and unhealed trauma impacts our relationships, our jobs, our families, and even how we feel about ourselves. Chronic stress and unresolved trauma can impact our brains along with our nervous system. When this happens, we can feel as if we are stuck in our relationships & jobs or even trapped in our own lives. Fear & anxiety does not have to control your everyday thoughts and cultivating joy is possible! Choosing to get help is the first step towards change.. Please contact Gretchen at Connectionscounselingaz.com
Stess, anxiety, and unhealed trauma impacts our relationships, our jobs, our families, and even how we feel about ourselves. Chronic stress and unresolved trauma can impact our brains along with our nervous system. When this happens, we can feel as if we are stuck in our relationships & jobs or even trapped in our own lives. Fear & anxiety does not have to control your everyday thoughts and cultivating joy is possible! Choosing to get help is the first step towards change.. Please contact Gretchen at Connectionscounselingaz.com
(520) 231-7894 View (520) 231-7894
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Stacy Estelle LaMorgese
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85206
Individuals who benefit from working with me are those seeking support and guidance while they work to navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of loss, trauma, parenting, coparenting, interpersonal relationships, making friends, families of origin, romantic relationships, partnerships/marriage, parenting, coparenting or employment/career concerns. I also provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for those who are seeking enlightenment, diagnostic clarification, or are ordered to do so by a court of law.
Individuals who benefit from working with me are those seeking support and guidance while they work to navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of loss, trauma, parenting, coparenting, interpersonal relationships, making friends, families of origin, romantic relationships, partnerships/marriage, parenting, coparenting or employment/career concerns. I also provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for those who are seeking enlightenment, diagnostic clarification, or are ordered to do so by a court of law.
(480) 771-3299 View (480) 771-3299
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Rahul Sivaprasad
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712  (Online Only)
A native of Portsmouth, New Hampshire I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in New Hampshire and Arizona. I am a Clinical Fellow with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and serve on the Board of the Greengard Center for Autism in Portsmouth, NH. I had extensive training in dialectical-behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapies. I also employ solution-focused therapy as well as strategic brief therapy. With couples, I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy which helps clients reconnect with their partners. Specialties include: -Trauma -Internet Pornography addiction -Mood disorders -Crisis Management -Parenting -Meditation/mindfulness training
A native of Portsmouth, New Hampshire I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in New Hampshire and Arizona. I am a Clinical Fellow with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and serve on the Board of the Greengard Center for Autism in Portsmouth, NH. I had extensive training in dialectical-behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapies. I also employ solution-focused therapy as well as strategic brief therapy. With couples, I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy which helps clients reconnect with their partners. Specialties include: -Trauma -Internet Pornography addiction -Mood disorders -Crisis Management -Parenting -Meditation/mindfulness training
(520) 214-4073 x1 View (520) 214-4073 x1
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.