Divorce Therapists in River North, Chicago, IL
I am a graduate of a High Conflict Divorce Coach Certification Program.
My ideal client is anyone that is seeking change and looking to create more balance in their life. My goal is to create a normalcy in the process of finding support during times when we need clarity. Whether or not there is an identified focus, I will walk individuals through gaining awareness and increasing skills to enhance life functioning through a client centered and empowerment focus. My experience includes working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, difficult life transitions, trauma (including working with women in a domestic violence shelter.
I am a graduate of a High Conflict Divorce Coach Certification Program.
My ideal client is anyone that is seeking change and looking to create more balance in their life. My goal is to create a normalcy in the process of finding support during times when we need clarity. Whether or not there is an identified focus, I will walk individuals through gaining awareness and increasing skills to enhance life functioning through a client centered and empowerment focus. My experience includes working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, difficult life transitions, trauma (including working with women in a domestic violence shelter.
My strength & commitment is in the areas of Relationships & Partner Issues including Separation, Divorce,Child Custody, Loss & Grief.
"Your relationships are my business." -- Hello, I am Dr. Daniela! I am a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist. I work with a clientele of high-functioning individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds and provide services in German, English, and Italian. With a prior background in international PR and business, I specialize in Life, Stress and Relationship Management for Individuals, Couples, and Corporations.
My strength & commitment is in the areas of Relationships & Partner Issues including Separation, Divorce,Child Custody, Loss & Grief.
"Your relationships are my business." -- Hello, I am Dr. Daniela! I am a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist. I work with a clientele of high-functioning individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds and provide services in German, English, and Italian. With a prior background in international PR and business, I specialize in Life, Stress and Relationship Management for Individuals, Couples, and Corporations.
Typical challenges include the following: depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, work difficulties, grief or loss, relationship issues or patterns, substance or alcohol abuse, divorce, parenting, stress management, painful emotional symptoms, personality disorders, and renewing hope.
I use a customized, Integrative approach that can include facilitating insight into the roots and meanings of unwanted behavioral, emotional, and relationship patterns in service of fostering present-day behavioral change and problem-solving. My approach reflects clients' strengths, preferences, and needs that shape the focus, depth, and pace of therapy.
Typical challenges include the following: depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, work difficulties, grief or loss, relationship issues or patterns, substance or alcohol abuse, divorce, parenting, stress management, painful emotional symptoms, personality disorders, and renewing hope.
I use a customized, Integrative approach that can include facilitating insight into the roots and meanings of unwanted behavioral, emotional, and relationship patterns in service of fostering present-day behavioral change and problem-solving. My approach reflects clients' strengths, preferences, and needs that shape the focus, depth, and pace of therapy.
Beth Pettinelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
My practice experience includes work with adults, children, adolescents, and families who are presently suffering with trauma, grief, relationship issues, divorce, parenting challenges, life transitions, depression, anxiety disorders and a wide array of life circumstances.
Over the course of my 20 year career, I have supported individuals and families navigate a variety of life stressors. I have developed a specialization of working with families with infants, toddlers and young children, while also have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults of all ages including foster and adoptive families.
My practice experience includes work with adults, children, adolescents, and families who are presently suffering with trauma, grief, relationship issues, divorce, parenting challenges, life transitions, depression, anxiety disorders and a wide array of life circumstances.
Over the course of my 20 year career, I have supported individuals and families navigate a variety of life stressors. I have developed a specialization of working with families with infants, toddlers and young children, while also have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults of all ages including foster and adoptive families.
Kristina M Pecora
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
River North, Chicago, IL 60611
Waitlist for new clients
My special areas of focus include Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions (grief and loss, marriage and divorce), Women's health issues, and Mindfulness coaching.
Have you ever felt like you could do more, achieve more, be “better” in some way but you’re not quite sure how? Like something is holding you back and if you could just unlock the key to whatever it is, you could level up your life? Long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions may hold you back from experiencing a more fulfilling, more meaningful life - we can change that!
My special areas of focus include Anxiety, Depression, Life transitions (grief and loss, marriage and divorce), Women's health issues, and Mindfulness coaching.
Have you ever felt like you could do more, achieve more, be “better” in some way but you’re not quite sure how? Like something is holding you back and if you could just unlock the key to whatever it is, you could level up your life? Long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions may hold you back from experiencing a more fulfilling, more meaningful life - we can change that!
Areas of focus include trauma, addiction, depression, relationship issues/ divorce, shame, identity issues, racial issues, and simply improving one's well-being.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I am certified for Alcohol and Drug counseling in the state of IL. I obtained my Master's Degree in Human Services at University of Illinois in 2011 and my Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at University of IL in 2007. Approach includes CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused therapy.
Areas of focus include trauma, addiction, depression, relationship issues/ divorce, shame, identity issues, racial issues, and simply improving one's well-being.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and I am certified for Alcohol and Drug counseling in the state of IL. I obtained my Master's Degree in Human Services at University of Illinois in 2011 and my Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice at University of IL in 2007. Approach includes CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused therapy.
I specialize in relationships (including LGBTQIA+, Poly, ENM, monogamy, marital, pre-marital, & divorce), individual work (anxiety, ADHD, cultural, racial, sexual & gender identity exploration, trauma, holistic wellness, and career), and family work (parenting, teenagers, & parents with adult children).
Relationships! We all have them, and at times, we all struggle with navigating them. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I offer a relatable & validating space where I assist my clients in improving direct & healthy communication, setting personal and professional goals and boundaries, and identifying, processing, and addressing life obstacles as they arise. And hopefully a touch of humor too ;D Now accepting new clients - email for soonest availability. To read more about Antonina, go to: www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-service/495366
I specialize in relationships (including LGBTQIA+, Poly, ENM, monogamy, marital, pre-marital, & divorce), individual work (anxiety, ADHD, cultural, racial, sexual & gender identity exploration, trauma, holistic wellness, and career), and family work (parenting, teenagers, & parents with adult children).
Relationships! We all have them, and at times, we all struggle with navigating them. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I offer a relatable & validating space where I assist my clients in improving direct & healthy communication, setting personal and professional goals and boundaries, and identifying, processing, and addressing life obstacles as they arise. And hopefully a touch of humor too ;D Now accepting new clients - email for soonest availability. To read more about Antonina, go to: www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-service/495366
With individuals, they have experience addressing: depression, anxiety, life transitions(retirement/ divorce), improving health& stress management.
With couples, they have experience addressing: infidelity, conflict, communication, and sexual issues.Their specialty area is sex therapy, have experience addressing: desire concerns, sexual discrepancies, conflict, infidelity, difficulty with orgasm/arousal /erections, identity, nonmonogamy/polyamory, LGBTQA,kink/BDSM and communication problems around sex.
With individuals, they have experience addressing: depression, anxiety, life transitions(retirement/ divorce), improving health& stress management.
With couples, they have experience addressing: infidelity, conflict, communication, and sexual issues.Their specialty area is sex therapy, have experience addressing: desire concerns, sexual discrepancies, conflict, infidelity, difficulty with orgasm/arousal /erections, identity, nonmonogamy/polyamory, LGBTQA,kink/BDSM and communication problems around sex.
I have extensive experience with relational conflict, life transitions, communication skills, intimacy/sexual issues, divorce, blended families, and trauma.
Are you living your ideal life? Are your relationships as close or as functional as you would like? As a Couple and Family Therapist, I specialize in services for couples, families, and individuals in Illinois and Indiana. I work collaboratively, providing a safe, culturally sensitive, and encouraging virtual space to explore what is no longer working for you. Together, with an approach based on your unique situation and experiences, we can work through what is keeping you from your desired life.
I have extensive experience with relational conflict, life transitions, communication skills, intimacy/sexual issues, divorce, blended families, and trauma.
Are you living your ideal life? Are your relationships as close or as functional as you would like? As a Couple and Family Therapist, I specialize in services for couples, families, and individuals in Illinois and Indiana. I work collaboratively, providing a safe, culturally sensitive, and encouraging virtual space to explore what is no longer working for you. Together, with an approach based on your unique situation and experiences, we can work through what is keeping you from your desired life.
Loren Mercola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC, Type 73
Verified Verified
Online Only
** Manage Stress
** Improve Intimacy/Sexual Dysfunction
** Overcome Addictions
** Address Divorce, Co-Parenting &
Blended Family Issues
** Process Grief/Loss
** Manage Work/Career (Job Change,
Challenging Boss/Environment)
** Improve School Issues ((ADHD/BD/ED,
Peer Relations)
** Process Life Transitions (Mid-Life
Re-Evaluation, Retirement, Empty
Nest, Etc
IS THE LIFE YOU ARE LIVING NOW THE LIFE THAT WANTS TO LIVE IN YOU? If not, I can help! Create the reality you want. Dare to dream. Find your passion. Change directions. Discover your untapped potential. Celebrate relationships. Enrich your spirit. Live your best life by being your BEST self! With a collaborative counseling/coaching style, I offer guidance, support, education and strategies to empower you to achieve your goals and live a healthy, balanced life. Working together will provide you with opportunities to grow and learn to:
Accept Accountability for your
Choices, Actions & Reactions
** Manage Stress
** Improve Intimacy/Sexual Dysfunction
** Overcome Addictions
** Address Divorce, Co-Parenting &
Blended Family Issues
** Process Grief/Loss
** Manage Work/Career (Job Change,
Challenging Boss/Environment)
** Improve School Issues ((ADHD/BD/ED,
Peer Relations)
** Process Life Transitions (Mid-Life
Re-Evaluation, Retirement, Empty
Nest, Etc
IS THE LIFE YOU ARE LIVING NOW THE LIFE THAT WANTS TO LIVE IN YOU? If not, I can help! Create the reality you want. Dare to dream. Find your passion. Change directions. Discover your untapped potential. Celebrate relationships. Enrich your spirit. Live your best life by being your BEST self! With a collaborative counseling/coaching style, I offer guidance, support, education and strategies to empower you to achieve your goals and live a healthy, balanced life. Working together will provide you with opportunities to grow and learn to:
Accept Accountability for your
Choices, Actions & Reactions
I can help individuals and couples decide whether they want to stay together or break up / divorce.
I use research-based education and tools to help my clients achieve their goals. Also, being transracially adopted is a significant part of my identity, deepening my understanding and appreciation for diverse experiences and perspectives.
I can help individuals and couples decide whether they want to stay together or break up / divorce.
I use research-based education and tools to help my clients achieve their goals. Also, being transracially adopted is a significant part of my identity, deepening my understanding and appreciation for diverse experiences and perspectives.
Meet Our Divorce Therapists
Clients may need support and guidance through life changes: dating, marriage, divorce, pregnancy, grief, loss.
With over 20 years of experience I have worked with a range of issues and populations. My main approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral theory (CBT) in order to process thoughts, feelings, and beliefs that contribute to distorted thinking and behavior, therefore affecting emotional well-being. The goal is to challenge and reframe so that the client achieves their personal goals, to cope with life transitions and obstacles. I also utilize Attachment Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I've assisted clients with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, life transitions, and various others.
Clients may need support and guidance through life changes: dating, marriage, divorce, pregnancy, grief, loss.
With over 20 years of experience I have worked with a range of issues and populations. My main approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral theory (CBT) in order to process thoughts, feelings, and beliefs that contribute to distorted thinking and behavior, therefore affecting emotional well-being. The goal is to challenge and reframe so that the client achieves their personal goals, to cope with life transitions and obstacles. I also utilize Attachment Theory, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I've assisted clients with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, life transitions, and various others.
My focus has been working with clients that have addictions, substance abuse issues, anxiety, depression, co-dependency, life changes/transitions, relationship issues, divorce, infertility, women's issues, mood disorders, and self-injury.
I recognize the need for preventative services for teens who have experimented with vaping, alcohol, and drugs. I will work with the teen and/or parents to assist in steering them away from addiction and its negative consequences.
My focus has been working with clients that have addictions, substance abuse issues, anxiety, depression, co-dependency, life changes/transitions, relationship issues, divorce, infertility, women's issues, mood disorders, and self-injury.
I recognize the need for preventative services for teens who have experimented with vaping, alcohol, and drugs. I will work with the teen and/or parents to assist in steering them away from addiction and its negative consequences.
I work with people to address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, substance use, shame, loss and grief, relationship difficulties, sexual and gender identity issues, job and academic stress, adjustment challenges to situations such as divorce, new parenthood, stepparenting, adoption and challenges coping with serious health conditions such as infertility, autoimmune disease and cancer.
I create a safe environment where patients can explore how current and past experiences, such as relationships and family dynamics, may be impacting their well-being, and where patients can develop trust and insights that helps to harness their strengths, and reduce distress so they may lead more satisfying lives.
I work with people to address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, substance use, shame, loss and grief, relationship difficulties, sexual and gender identity issues, job and academic stress, adjustment challenges to situations such as divorce, new parenthood, stepparenting, adoption and challenges coping with serious health conditions such as infertility, autoimmune disease and cancer.
I create a safe environment where patients can explore how current and past experiences, such as relationships and family dynamics, may be impacting their well-being, and where patients can develop trust and insights that helps to harness their strengths, and reduce distress so they may lead more satisfying lives.
Deciding to seek therapy can be both exciting and frightening. It is a time when you have made an important decision to improve your life, to seek balance, and to find solutions to your problems. I am open, welcoming, and empathic in my approach. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. My treatment orientations are family systems & cognitive-behavioral therapy. I specialize in the treatment of pathologies such as: Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, Personality Disorders, Couple Conflict, Divorce, and Families in Crisis. I specialize in marital & family therapy, grief work, and trauma.
Deciding to seek therapy can be both exciting and frightening. It is a time when you have made an important decision to improve your life, to seek balance, and to find solutions to your problems. I am open, welcoming, and empathic in my approach. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. My treatment orientations are family systems & cognitive-behavioral therapy. I specialize in the treatment of pathologies such as: Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, Personality Disorders, Couple Conflict, Divorce, and Families in Crisis. I specialize in marital & family therapy, grief work, and trauma.
For clients who have decided to divorce, I help facilitate the process of separation and divorce.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I will help you to explore the unwritten, often unconscious "rules" and dynamics that define your relationship. We will map out sequences of behavior and emotion and explore different forms of power and communication to envision and construct the relationship you both want and need.
For clients who have decided to divorce, I help facilitate the process of separation and divorce.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I will help you to explore the unwritten, often unconscious "rules" and dynamics that define your relationship. We will map out sequences of behavior and emotion and explore different forms of power and communication to envision and construct the relationship you both want and need.
Jenna specializes in working with clients experiencing depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, relationship changes (including divorce), substance abuse, and chronic pain and illness.
Jenna France is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Indiana University and her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. Jenna has worked in a variety of treatment settings, both inpatient and outpatient, and is experienced in individual, family, and group therapy. Jenna has been in supervisory roles, helping new clinician’s process their experience as a therapist and learn to improve the work that they do.
Jenna specializes in working with clients experiencing depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, relationship changes (including divorce), substance abuse, and chronic pain and illness.
Jenna France is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Indiana University and her Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. Jenna has worked in a variety of treatment settings, both inpatient and outpatient, and is experienced in individual, family, and group therapy. Jenna has been in supervisory roles, helping new clinician’s process their experience as a therapist and learn to improve the work that they do.
I use a collaborative and client centered approach to treat issues such as grief, loss, anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use/abuse and it's affect on the family, infidelity, intimacy and post divorce issues.
Finding support and a space to process and organize is something that should be available to everyone especially with everything going on around us. Taking the step to start or restart therapy may feel daunting, but these first steps will build an important space that you deserve to have for yourself. In my practice, I create a space where clients feel truly understood and supported without judgment. Whether you're looking to improve communication, deepen compassion, or break through difficult patterns, I offer personalized approach tailored to your unique needs.
I use a collaborative and client centered approach to treat issues such as grief, loss, anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use/abuse and it's affect on the family, infidelity, intimacy and post divorce issues.
Finding support and a space to process and organize is something that should be available to everyone especially with everything going on around us. Taking the step to start or restart therapy may feel daunting, but these first steps will build an important space that you deserve to have for yourself. In my practice, I create a space where clients feel truly understood and supported without judgment. Whether you're looking to improve communication, deepen compassion, or break through difficult patterns, I offer personalized approach tailored to your unique needs.
Empowered Therapy, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Our clinicians love helping women learn how to manage their anxiety, cope during life changes (adulthood,marriage, parenthood, divorce) and learn how to effectively work through relationship challenges.
Do you constantly feel on edge, overwhelmed or anticipate future events with worry and dread? Do racing, ruminating thoughts impact your ability to concentrate on tasks, manage stress or engage socially? Living with anxiety can be a distressing, frustrating and sometimes frightening experience. You may be preoccupied by "what if" questions about the future that you can't control, causing your thoughts to spiral and fuel more distressing emotions and physical symptoms. The ongoing, looping cycle of anxiety can impact all aspects of your life, including work performance and your relationships.
Our clinicians love helping women learn how to manage their anxiety, cope during life changes (adulthood,marriage, parenthood, divorce) and learn how to effectively work through relationship challenges.
Do you constantly feel on edge, overwhelmed or anticipate future events with worry and dread? Do racing, ruminating thoughts impact your ability to concentrate on tasks, manage stress or engage socially? Living with anxiety can be a distressing, frustrating and sometimes frightening experience. You may be preoccupied by "what if" questions about the future that you can't control, causing your thoughts to spiral and fuel more distressing emotions and physical symptoms. The ongoing, looping cycle of anxiety can impact all aspects of your life, including work performance and your relationships.
I utilize proven tools to help you create your ideal life, whether that includes relief from overwhelm, releasing weight, finding your ideal career, increasing your health and vitality, gaining more self-confidence, finding clarity, achieving your goals, rebuilding your life after divorce, and building happier, more satisfying relationships.
Are you experiencing vibrant health, fulfilling relationships, meaningful work, inner peace, and true joy in your life? You can break free from fear, emotional pain, and low self-esteem! As a Certified Heal Your Life Workshop Leader and Life Coach in the philosophy of Louise Hay, it is my passion to help my clients manifest the life of their dreams so they can live with gusto and experience true and lasting happiness. I'm also a Certified Chopra Life Coach, a Certified Chopra Ayurvedic Health Educator, and a Chopra Primordial Sound Meditation Teacher, and am in my 9th year as a life coach for the Your Year of Miracles Program.
I utilize proven tools to help you create your ideal life, whether that includes relief from overwhelm, releasing weight, finding your ideal career, increasing your health and vitality, gaining more self-confidence, finding clarity, achieving your goals, rebuilding your life after divorce, and building happier, more satisfying relationships.
Are you experiencing vibrant health, fulfilling relationships, meaningful work, inner peace, and true joy in your life? You can break free from fear, emotional pain, and low self-esteem! As a Certified Heal Your Life Workshop Leader and Life Coach in the philosophy of Louise Hay, it is my passion to help my clients manifest the life of their dreams so they can live with gusto and experience true and lasting happiness. I'm also a Certified Chopra Life Coach, a Certified Chopra Ayurvedic Health Educator, and a Chopra Primordial Sound Meditation Teacher, and am in my 9th year as a life coach for the Your Year of Miracles Program.
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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.