Therapists in Colorado
Alison Anne Biggs
Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in the areas of trauma, high conflict divorce, anxiety and depression, death and grieving, domestic violence, premarital therapy, parenting support, and issues around intimacy.
Life’s journey can be tumultuous at times depending on the road you are on at any particular moment.Perhaps your road was difficult to begin with.No matter the journey the need for support at times is invaluable.When I work with my clients I will take the time to understand their history, their family, and in general their world that has made them unique.Our past and the way in which we have lived it can define who we are today.I treat the whole person or the whole family through the integration of evidence based therapies and customize each treatment to fit the needs of my clients.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in the areas of trauma, high conflict divorce, anxiety and depression, death and grieving, domestic violence, premarital therapy, parenting support, and issues around intimacy.
Life’s journey can be tumultuous at times depending on the road you are on at any particular moment.Perhaps your road was difficult to begin with.No matter the journey the need for support at times is invaluable.When I work with my clients I will take the time to understand their history, their family, and in general their world that has made them unique.Our past and the way in which we have lived it can define who we are today.I treat the whole person or the whole family through the integration of evidence based therapies and customize each treatment to fit the needs of my clients.
Jean Church | Somatic Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Westminster, CO 80234
No one said that divorce was easy, but you didn’t know it would be this challenging. You’re sure you made the right choice for you and your former spouse, but your separation has been far more destabilizing than anticipated. You’re still processing the confusion, shock, and anger of losing your partner. And it’s terrifying to imagine facing the future all alone. Meanwhile, trying to piece your life back together in the wake of your failed relationship is proving too difficult to handle by yourself. You desperately need some help figuring out the next steps and don’t know where to turn. There must be a way forward.
No one said that divorce was easy, but you didn’t know it would be this challenging. You’re sure you made the right choice for you and your former spouse, but your separation has been far more destabilizing than anticipated. You’re still processing the confusion, shock, and anger of losing your partner. And it’s terrifying to imagine facing the future all alone. Meanwhile, trying to piece your life back together in the wake of your failed relationship is proving too difficult to handle by yourself. You desperately need some help figuring out the next steps and don’t know where to turn. There must be a way forward.
Ray Jones
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
I've personally experienced marriage, divorce, single parenting, remarriage, and stepfamilies.
All of us face challenging events in our lives, and at times need assistance in finding new insights, new perspectives, and new tools to live a satisfying life. When the stories of our lives no longer meet our needs - it is time for each of us to write a new story leveraging the assistance of a trusted counselor.
I've personally experienced marriage, divorce, single parenting, remarriage, and stepfamilies.
All of us face challenging events in our lives, and at times need assistance in finding new insights, new perspectives, and new tools to live a satisfying life. When the stories of our lives no longer meet our needs - it is time for each of us to write a new story leveraging the assistance of a trusted counselor.
Elizabeth Brothers
Counselor, MT, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Evergreen, CO 80439
Everyone's journey in life is filled with challenges that often help us to understand more fully who we are. Sometimes it is helpful to have another perspective, a guide, or tools to navigate these difficult stretches of the journey. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families in counseling for the past 20 years and was an educator prior. I work with a wide variety of clients, but have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, divorce, parenting, life transitions, personal discovery, and spiritual issues.
Everyone's journey in life is filled with challenges that often help us to understand more fully who we are. Sometimes it is helpful to have another perspective, a guide, or tools to navigate these difficult stretches of the journey. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families in counseling for the past 20 years and was an educator prior. I work with a wide variety of clients, but have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, divorce, parenting, life transitions, personal discovery, and spiritual issues.
Gwen Carnahan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Littleton, CO 80127
Some areas of specialization: separation, divorce, co-parenting after divorce.
I feel privileged to work with people and to meet them where they are at and then assist individuals and/or families to reach a greater lever of psychological wellness. As a therapist I provide a caring, compassionate and safe environment to focus on you and what you need to achieve your goals. I will work with you to remove barriers, process feelings, and improve the quality of your relationships. Please give me a call or email for a free consultation.
Some areas of specialization: separation, divorce, co-parenting after divorce.
I feel privileged to work with people and to meet them where they are at and then assist individuals and/or families to reach a greater lever of psychological wellness. As a therapist I provide a caring, compassionate and safe environment to focus on you and what you need to achieve your goals. I will work with you to remove barriers, process feelings, and improve the quality of your relationships. Please give me a call or email for a free consultation.
Rebuilding Seminars for Divorce, with Bob Manthy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Niwot, CO 80544
Boulder's Original Loss & Divorce Support Program. Since 1993 Rebuilding Seminars has helped thousands heal, move forward, and gain confidence. Our 10-week seminar offers an opportunity to heal from relationship loss in a confidential, safe, non-dating environment, uncovering the self-worth necessary for healthier future relationships. Our large class size allows for effective small group work and multiple social events during each seminar. This social support is an effective way to fight isolation after a loss. Thousands of Rebuilding Seminars graduates have moved forward with a more positive outlook on their future. You can, too.
Boulder's Original Loss & Divorce Support Program. Since 1993 Rebuilding Seminars has helped thousands heal, move forward, and gain confidence. Our 10-week seminar offers an opportunity to heal from relationship loss in a confidential, safe, non-dating environment, uncovering the self-worth necessary for healthier future relationships. Our large class size allows for effective small group work and multiple social events during each seminar. This social support is an effective way to fight isolation after a loss. Thousands of Rebuilding Seminars graduates have moved forward with a more positive outlook on their future. You can, too.
Lisa Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Counseling since 2002, I have experience with adults/couples/families/teens and children dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, adoption, communication, marital issues, PTSD, grief and loss, parenting, blended families, divorce, sexuality, and adjusting to life changes.
Life can be complicated for different reasons. Sometimes more support can help. At any age, life can be overwhelming, negative behaviors can persist, relationships trapped in hurtful patterns, or inner worlds caught in negative thinking which stretch our coping, and cause stress. In all this WE WANT TO FEEL BETTER! Counseling offers a private, confidential space to get help. It is an honor to listen and join in your life story. I work with adults/couples/families/teens and children, listening to your goals to bring balance, health, wellness, peace and more happiness.
Counseling since 2002, I have experience with adults/couples/families/teens and children dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, adoption, communication, marital issues, PTSD, grief and loss, parenting, blended families, divorce, sexuality, and adjusting to life changes.
Life can be complicated for different reasons. Sometimes more support can help. At any age, life can be overwhelming, negative behaviors can persist, relationships trapped in hurtful patterns, or inner worlds caught in negative thinking which stretch our coping, and cause stress. In all this WE WANT TO FEEL BETTER! Counseling offers a private, confidential space to get help. It is an honor to listen and join in your life story. I work with adults/couples/families/teens and children, listening to your goals to bring balance, health, wellness, peace and more happiness.
Lizanne Corbit Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Ridgway, CO 81432
Many clients are in crisis and seeking assistance with a specific issue: Divorce, Grief, Addiction, Depression, Medical Diagnosis, Anxiety, or Life Transition. Therapy helps treat the turmoil that is the natural result of these issues. The skills developed during therapy help clients live full, happy and rich lives. Clients generally arrive with a specific personal crisis. I work in unison with clients to facilitate a deeper, richer, sense of identity. Each individual is held from a perspective of capability, competency, and resiliency, that bring about a sense of continuity and recognition of their authentic self.
Many clients are in crisis and seeking assistance with a specific issue: Divorce, Grief, Addiction, Depression, Medical Diagnosis, Anxiety, or Life Transition. Therapy helps treat the turmoil that is the natural result of these issues. The skills developed during therapy help clients live full, happy and rich lives. Clients generally arrive with a specific personal crisis. I work in unison with clients to facilitate a deeper, richer, sense of identity. Each individual is held from a perspective of capability, competency, and resiliency, that bring about a sense of continuity and recognition of their authentic self.
Tasha Medley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80301
Play therapy is the research-based treatment of choice for children struggling with: anxiety and withdrawn behavior, depression, Post Traumatic Stress Reactions, trauma, abuse and neglect, chronic or terminal illness, hospitalization, adoption and foster-care, grief, divorce, family violence, aggression and acting out behavior.
Are you worried that your preschooler's abrupt mood swings will be a problem when she enters kindergarten? Is your third grader easily frustrated, teary and self-deprecating over an inability to get things right? Are you discouraged because of your fourth grader's consistently angry and disrespectful behavior? Raising a child with difficult behaviors can be exhausting. . . As a play therapist and parent resource, I help parents have more harmonious and enjoyable relationships with their children.
Play therapy is the research-based treatment of choice for children struggling with: anxiety and withdrawn behavior, depression, Post Traumatic Stress Reactions, trauma, abuse and neglect, chronic or terminal illness, hospitalization, adoption and foster-care, grief, divorce, family violence, aggression and acting out behavior.
Are you worried that your preschooler's abrupt mood swings will be a problem when she enters kindergarten? Is your third grader easily frustrated, teary and self-deprecating over an inability to get things right? Are you discouraged because of your fourth grader's consistently angry and disrespectful behavior? Raising a child with difficult behaviors can be exhausting. . . As a play therapist and parent resource, I help parents have more harmonious and enjoyable relationships with their children.
Ashley Shires
Counselor, MFA, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80304
Compassionate, mindfulness-based therapy and writing groups: I support my clients through life transitions, divorce, grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, and other emotional challenges. I offer research-based tools to help clients live a more meaningful, connected and creative life.
Compassionate, mindfulness-based therapy and writing groups: I support my clients through life transitions, divorce, grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, and other emotional challenges. I offer research-based tools to help clients live a more meaningful, connected and creative life.
Michele J Forstot Nadel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80209
I specialize in child/adolescent mood and behavior disorders, child/adult trauma, parenting issues, family therapy and child/adult life cycle issues (divorce, grief/loss, life transitions).
I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to reach your goal(s). Together we will identify the problem and figure out a solution. I work with both long-term and short-term issues. Sometimes skills and practice are needed to change the current way of doing things, and other times information or deeper self-exploration.
I specialize in child/adolescent mood and behavior disorders, child/adult trauma, parenting issues, family therapy and child/adult life cycle issues (divorce, grief/loss, life transitions).
I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to reach your goal(s). Together we will identify the problem and figure out a solution. I work with both long-term and short-term issues. Sometimes skills and practice are needed to change the current way of doing things, and other times information or deeper self-exploration.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80524 (Online Only)
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Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Drug Abuse.
Hola y welcome- Natalie specializes in working with BIPOC, young adults (15+), college students, undocumented/immigrant individuals, and therapy first-timers. As a proud Latina and first-generation American, Natalie understands the complexities of navigating different cultures, languages, and identities. The goal is to help you embrace your heritage while integrating it into your journey toward self-acceptance and resilience. With a deep understanding of the immigrant experience, I provide a culturally sensitive perspective to better serve your needs
Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Codependency, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Drug Abuse.
Hola y welcome- Natalie specializes in working with BIPOC, young adults (15+), college students, undocumented/immigrant individuals, and therapy first-timers. As a proud Latina and first-generation American, Natalie understands the complexities of navigating different cultures, languages, and identities. The goal is to help you embrace your heritage while integrating it into your journey toward self-acceptance and resilience. With a deep understanding of the immigrant experience, I provide a culturally sensitive perspective to better serve your needs
Heather Gowin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Louisville, CO 80027
I am passionate about my role as a helper and the partnership that is created when I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors on their journeys toward wellness. Typical goals that I help my clients achieve are: Moving forward after traumatic events. Creating a mindful, purposeful way of facing life's challenges such divorce, infertility, and grief /loss. Developing skills to cope with symptoms of depression or anxiety. Staying present during the transition to becoming a new parent, tackling a new career, or moving toward retirement.
I am passionate about my role as a helper and the partnership that is created when I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors on their journeys toward wellness. Typical goals that I help my clients achieve are: Moving forward after traumatic events. Creating a mindful, purposeful way of facing life's challenges such divorce, infertility, and grief /loss. Developing skills to cope with symptoms of depression or anxiety. Staying present during the transition to becoming a new parent, tackling a new career, or moving toward retirement.
Jana Briggs Counseling, LLC & Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80120
Children, Teens, Adults, Couples & Families / Art & Play Therapy / Anxiety / Depression / Bipolar / Anger / ADHD / Disordered Eating / Body Image & Self-Esteem / Grief & Trauma / Self-Harm / LGBTQ+ / Parent Coaching / Life Change / Premarital & Marital / Communication / Divorce Adjustment / Med.
At Jana Briggs Counseling & Associates, we work with children, individuals, couples & families who are experiencing difficulty resolving problems, making decisions when conflicting objectives are issues, & seeking ways to reduce the stresses encountered in daily life. Our group views the counseling relationship as a partnership, & we see our roles as: assisting people in understanding their life-patterns; helping them recognize & use their strengths; encouraging them to take responsibility for their feelings, thoughts, & behaviors; and guiding them in making & implementing sensible decisions about their situations.
Children, Teens, Adults, Couples & Families / Art & Play Therapy / Anxiety / Depression / Bipolar / Anger / ADHD / Disordered Eating / Body Image & Self-Esteem / Grief & Trauma / Self-Harm / LGBTQ+ / Parent Coaching / Life Change / Premarital & Marital / Communication / Divorce Adjustment / Med.
At Jana Briggs Counseling & Associates, we work with children, individuals, couples & families who are experiencing difficulty resolving problems, making decisions when conflicting objectives are issues, & seeking ways to reduce the stresses encountered in daily life. Our group views the counseling relationship as a partnership, & we see our roles as: assisting people in understanding their life-patterns; helping them recognize & use their strengths; encouraging them to take responsibility for their feelings, thoughts, & behaviors; and guiding them in making & implementing sensible decisions about their situations.
Antelope Recovery
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302 (Online Only)
Disconnected, stuck, unmotivated, or deeply pained teens improve with therapy. If your teen is glued to their phone, failing school, has experienced a traumatic event, suicide attempt, is self-harming, abusing drugs, or has parents going through a divorce - we've seen it all. The teen experience is tough! At Antelope Recovery, we understand that not all teens want to go to therapy, but they know that what they're currently doing isn't working, and they want to feel better. We also specialize in helping teens who have tried other types of help, such as 1:1 therapy or medication but have not experienced significant improvement.
Disconnected, stuck, unmotivated, or deeply pained teens improve with therapy. If your teen is glued to their phone, failing school, has experienced a traumatic event, suicide attempt, is self-harming, abusing drugs, or has parents going through a divorce - we've seen it all. The teen experience is tough! At Antelope Recovery, we understand that not all teens want to go to therapy, but they know that what they're currently doing isn't working, and they want to feel better. We also specialize in helping teens who have tried other types of help, such as 1:1 therapy or medication but have not experienced significant improvement.
Olivia D Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80521
I have extensive experience (and success) in treating: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Divorce Recovery, Couples Counseling, Family Systems, Stress Management, Co-Occurring Disorders, Social Functioning Issues and many others.
We are accepting new clients! Feeling overwhelmed and stressed most days? Is it hard to imagine your life getting better? Whether struggling with a chronic problem or a new crisis- talking to a therapist can help you cope. I offer a free 30 minute phone consultation to help my clients decide if I am a good fit for them. I strive to provide a sacred and genuine space for people to get "unstuck" and help them to move forward. Depression, anxiety, social and relationship problems can be dramatically improved by having the courage to ask for and receive help. Take the first step towards a better life...hope to speak with you soon.
I have extensive experience (and success) in treating: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Divorce Recovery, Couples Counseling, Family Systems, Stress Management, Co-Occurring Disorders, Social Functioning Issues and many others.
We are accepting new clients! Feeling overwhelmed and stressed most days? Is it hard to imagine your life getting better? Whether struggling with a chronic problem or a new crisis- talking to a therapist can help you cope. I offer a free 30 minute phone consultation to help my clients decide if I am a good fit for them. I strive to provide a sacred and genuine space for people to get "unstuck" and help them to move forward. Depression, anxiety, social and relationship problems can be dramatically improved by having the courage to ask for and receive help. Take the first step towards a better life...hope to speak with you soon.
Lisa Laumann Billings
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80222
My areas of expertise are Anxiety Disorders (including OCD, Social Anxiety and Panic Disorder), Depression and Mood Disorders, Adolescent Identity Development, Transition to Adulthood, Divorce and Post-Divorce Family Functioning, Transition to Parenthood, Communication and Other Relationship-Enhancing Skills, Adoption Issues, Life Transitions, and Life Balance.
My approach to psychotherapy is tailored to the needs of each client. I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy. I help individuals identify their goals and make the changes necessary to lead more fulfilling and productive lives. I am directive, and I provide a warm, caring, and non-judgmental environment to explore the issues and life events with which you may be struggling.
My areas of expertise are Anxiety Disorders (including OCD, Social Anxiety and Panic Disorder), Depression and Mood Disorders, Adolescent Identity Development, Transition to Adulthood, Divorce and Post-Divorce Family Functioning, Transition to Parenthood, Communication and Other Relationship-Enhancing Skills, Adoption Issues, Life Transitions, and Life Balance.
My approach to psychotherapy is tailored to the needs of each client. I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy. I help individuals identify their goals and make the changes necessary to lead more fulfilling and productive lives. I am directive, and I provide a warm, caring, and non-judgmental environment to explore the issues and life events with which you may be struggling.
Abigail LaVoo
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LAC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
I have extensive training with perinatal support/post-partum, infertility, trauma, job loss, bereavement, death and dying, anxiety, depression, addiction, military issues, and divorce.
Don't go without support during these stressful times. It is easy to get stuck in the mundane and feel like life is stagnant, or on hold. This road can be met with many obstacles. Some we must learn to accept and some we must conquer. I help facilitate change and move you forward from past and current challenges. I assist you in gaining more self awareness, and teach you the tools needed to embrace difficult situations. The goal is to be free from worrying about the future, and replaying the past. Life transitions can cause a disruption in homeostasis. I am here to help you find balance and confidence in your decisions.
I have extensive training with perinatal support/post-partum, infertility, trauma, job loss, bereavement, death and dying, anxiety, depression, addiction, military issues, and divorce.
Don't go without support during these stressful times. It is easy to get stuck in the mundane and feel like life is stagnant, or on hold. This road can be met with many obstacles. Some we must learn to accept and some we must conquer. I help facilitate change and move you forward from past and current challenges. I assist you in gaining more self awareness, and teach you the tools needed to embrace difficult situations. The goal is to be free from worrying about the future, and replaying the past. Life transitions can cause a disruption in homeostasis. I am here to help you find balance and confidence in your decisions.
Laissa Eschiletti Prati
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fort Collins, CO 80525
I am a Licensed Psychologist with a Masters in Social and Institutional Psychology and Doctorate in Psychology from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. I enjoy helping families that are struggling with life challenges, postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, divorce and remarriage, relational issues, domestic violence, sexual abuse, drug dependency and abuse, stress, mood disorders, immigration, multicultural families, professional guidance, school adjustment and bullying.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with a Masters in Social and Institutional Psychology and Doctorate in Psychology from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. I enjoy helping families that are struggling with life challenges, postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, divorce and remarriage, relational issues, domestic violence, sexual abuse, drug dependency and abuse, stress, mood disorders, immigration, multicultural families, professional guidance, school adjustment and bullying.
Dr. Bruce Rumsey - Littleton & Highlands Ranch
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80120
(check out our Google reviews) A few of the specialties we have success with: •Affair Recovery •Anger Management •Anxiety •Authoritative Parenting •Depression •Divorce Recovery •Substance Abuse/Addiction •Grief & Loss •Sex Addiction •Trauma, Abuse & PTSD.
Are you STUCK? UNHAPPY &/or FRUSTRATED? Most clients tell me they wish they had started sooner. INDIVIDUALS and couples seeking RELATIONSHIP COUNSELING and/or ANXIETY support, just to name a few. Clients come to me because of the diversity of my experience successfully navigating life's greatest challenges. From couples, navigating their relationship, to CEO's and airline pilots, looking for support in high demand/stress careers, choosing the right therapist is an important decision! As an Individual & Couples Therapist, I help you create the life AND relationships you desire. Call today at (303) 868.7246. No Cost Phone Consult.
(check out our Google reviews) A few of the specialties we have success with: •Affair Recovery •Anger Management •Anxiety •Authoritative Parenting •Depression •Divorce Recovery •Substance Abuse/Addiction •Grief & Loss •Sex Addiction •Trauma, Abuse & PTSD.
Are you STUCK? UNHAPPY &/or FRUSTRATED? Most clients tell me they wish they had started sooner. INDIVIDUALS and couples seeking RELATIONSHIP COUNSELING and/or ANXIETY support, just to name a few. Clients come to me because of the diversity of my experience successfully navigating life's greatest challenges. From couples, navigating their relationship, to CEO's and airline pilots, looking for support in high demand/stress careers, choosing the right therapist is an important decision! As an Individual & Couples Therapist, I help you create the life AND relationships you desire. Call today at (303) 868.7246. No Cost Phone Consult.
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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.