Divorce Therapists in De Witt, NY

Susan Hartman Brenizer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, NY
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Extensive expertise: couples therapy, depression, grief, loss, trauma, abuse and affair recovery, and divorce recovery.
All aspects of couples' experience of marital distress, as well as the "strength building" of "conflict resolution", and "communication skills". Recently featured on Syracuse Channel 9, WSYR segment on "Online Infidelity" as relationship expert. Featured in both "PBS" and "Syracuse Woman" magazines. Inducted: Cambridge "Who's Who of Professional Women".
Extensive expertise: couples therapy, depression, grief, loss, trauma, abuse and affair recovery, and divorce recovery.
All aspects of couples' experience of marital distress, as well as the "strength building" of "conflict resolution", and "communication skills". Recently featured on Syracuse Channel 9, WSYR segment on "Online Infidelity" as relationship expert. Featured in both "PBS" and "Syracuse Woman" magazines. Inducted: Cambridge "Who's Who of Professional Women".

Offering in person and Telehealth appointments. Are there relationship issues in your life? Perhaps there's problems with your child, spouse, partner, family member or friend. My practice offers individual, family and couple therapy. I tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of each client. I believe in working with clients to establish a treatment focus most important in their lives. I work collaboratively with schools, physicians and other professionals as needed to address different areas of a client's life.
Offering in person and Telehealth appointments. Are there relationship issues in your life? Perhaps there's problems with your child, spouse, partner, family member or friend. My practice offers individual, family and couple therapy. I tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of each client. I believe in working with clients to establish a treatment focus most important in their lives. I work collaboratively with schools, physicians and other professionals as needed to address different areas of a client's life.

Eastside Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
All people face challenges at certain times in their lives. We are a group practice with therapists who possess are variety of skills and expertise to focus on helping children and adults with a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, LGTBQ+ issues, grief, life transitions and more. We will work with you to identify your needs and goals and provide you with the tools and skills you need to reach them in a supportive and confidential environment.
All people face challenges at certain times in their lives. We are a group practice with therapists who possess are variety of skills and expertise to focus on helping children and adults with a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, LGTBQ+ issues, grief, life transitions and more. We will work with you to identify your needs and goals and provide you with the tools and skills you need to reach them in a supportive and confidential environment.

Change is a phenomenon that we all face. We will repeat painful patterns over and over in effort to avoid change. I believe that everyone has the power to create positive change in their lives and relationships. Often times a therapeutic alliance can facilitate that change in a safe environment. If you believe you are ready to grow as an individual, couple, or family, I would be honored to assist you in your journey.
Change is a phenomenon that we all face. We will repeat painful patterns over and over in effort to avoid change. I believe that everyone has the power to create positive change in their lives and relationships. Often times a therapeutic alliance can facilitate that change in a safe environment. If you believe you are ready to grow as an individual, couple, or family, I would be honored to assist you in your journey.

Accepting New Clients. Authentic, respectful, accepting: I offer a therapeutic relationship and evidence-based treatment to help you live your best life. I believe that unresolved issues and problems have the power to control the direction of our lives and cause real pain. This pain can take the form of depression, anxiety, trouble regulating emotion, sleep problems and poor self esteem. Problems in relationships as well as coming to terms with loss can often be the hardest ones. Difficulties at work and questioning career choice are other important areas of our life that can be negatively effected.
Accepting New Clients. Authentic, respectful, accepting: I offer a therapeutic relationship and evidence-based treatment to help you live your best life. I believe that unresolved issues and problems have the power to control the direction of our lives and cause real pain. This pain can take the form of depression, anxiety, trouble regulating emotion, sleep problems and poor self esteem. Problems in relationships as well as coming to terms with loss can often be the hardest ones. Difficulties at work and questioning career choice are other important areas of our life that can be negatively effected.
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Family Matters of CNY specializes in treating families experiencing a high conflict divorce and is also a training site for Master’s level Marriage and Family Therapists. Our trauma-informed therapists work with all ages and family compositions and can incorporate a variety of approaches, including play therapy. Our practice welcomes individuals and families from all backgrounds and experiences, including gender-expansive and LGBTQIA+. We currently have openings for private pay clients at a reduced rate with new professionals.
Family Matters of CNY specializes in treating families experiencing a high conflict divorce and is also a training site for Master’s level Marriage and Family Therapists. Our trauma-informed therapists work with all ages and family compositions and can incorporate a variety of approaches, including play therapy. Our practice welcomes individuals and families from all backgrounds and experiences, including gender-expansive and LGBTQIA+. We currently have openings for private pay clients at a reduced rate with new professionals.

Kovacs is a New York State Divorce Mediator and Parenting Coordinator who can help you and your co-parent minimize or avoid the negative effects of separation on your children.
Dr. Kovacs received a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2001 from the University of New Hampshire, a Master's degree in Child and Family Studies from Syracuse University, and a PhD from Syracuse University. Dr. Kovacs specializes in marital therapy, divorce and separation, and co-parenting.
Kovacs is a New York State Divorce Mediator and Parenting Coordinator who can help you and your co-parent minimize or avoid the negative effects of separation on your children.
Dr. Kovacs received a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2001 from the University of New Hampshire, a Master's degree in Child and Family Studies from Syracuse University, and a PhD from Syracuse University. Dr. Kovacs specializes in marital therapy, divorce and separation, and co-parenting.

The client's issues might range from anxiety and depression to challenges with dichotomous thoughts, identity confusion, academic/career exploration and transitions, spirituality conflicts, interpersonal challenges, women's issues, and premarital/marital coaching (including separation and divorce).
Due to Malissa's experience with a diverse clientele in varied work locations, she firmly believes that no client is alike, regardless of shared diagnoses, symptoms, or environmental/situational factors. Therefore, the focus is solely on helping each client achieve personalized goals by encouraging commitment, practice, and ongoing maintenance.
The client's issues might range from anxiety and depression to challenges with dichotomous thoughts, identity confusion, academic/career exploration and transitions, spirituality conflicts, interpersonal challenges, women's issues, and premarital/marital coaching (including separation and divorce).
Due to Malissa's experience with a diverse clientele in varied work locations, she firmly believes that no client is alike, regardless of shared diagnoses, symptoms, or environmental/situational factors. Therefore, the focus is solely on helping each client achieve personalized goals by encouraging commitment, practice, and ongoing maintenance.

I have experience helping clients navigate high stress situations involving chronic conditions and disabilities, blended families, infidelity, divorce, and coparenting challenges.
I work with individuals, families, and couples struggling with a range of issues, including loss, transitions, and relational difficulties. I enjoy working with adults, children, and teens, both in-person and online.
I have experience helping clients navigate high stress situations involving chronic conditions and disabilities, blended families, infidelity, divorce, and coparenting challenges.
I work with individuals, families, and couples struggling with a range of issues, including loss, transitions, and relational difficulties. I enjoy working with adults, children, and teens, both in-person and online.

Rita Worlock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPMFT, CASAC-T, CCTP, RYT
Verified Verified
Liverpool, NY 13088
Online meditation, divorce mediation, no-fault accident, DWI Program, LGBTQAI+/alt-lifestyles, KINK friendly, CNM (consensual, non-monogamy) friendly, families/family reunification.
Offering in-person/video/phone appts. I am taking new clients! I am a Clinical Psychotherapist & Social Work Practitioner with 13 yrs. of experience (academic & professional). I consistently find unique solutions for issues my clients face, and I am fully knowledgeable about the current thinking on human services and practice. I am committed to a person-centered, systemic approach that promotes independence and well-being for those under my care. I am direct, authentic, compassionate, creative, and simple in my approach. I like to go deep in my collaborative work with my clients, yet I don't take myself too seriously.
Online meditation, divorce mediation, no-fault accident, DWI Program, LGBTQAI+/alt-lifestyles, KINK friendly, CNM (consensual, non-monogamy) friendly, families/family reunification.
Offering in-person/video/phone appts. I am taking new clients! I am a Clinical Psychotherapist & Social Work Practitioner with 13 yrs. of experience (academic & professional). I consistently find unique solutions for issues my clients face, and I am fully knowledgeable about the current thinking on human services and practice. I am committed to a person-centered, systemic approach that promotes independence and well-being for those under my care. I am direct, authentic, compassionate, creative, and simple in my approach. I like to go deep in my collaborative work with my clients, yet I don't take myself too seriously.

While emotional exploration is important, I focus on practical solutions & measurable progress to help you move toward your goals (stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, divorce, addiction and more).
My approach is person-centered, solution-focused, & strength-based. Therapy isn’t about telling you what to do—it’s about helping you identify solutions, develop new coping strategies, & empower you to make meaningful changes. I can offer guidance, support, & insight tailored to your needs, but you set the direction in a supportive & collaborative space.
While emotional exploration is important, I focus on practical solutions & measurable progress to help you move toward your goals (stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, divorce, addiction and more).
My approach is person-centered, solution-focused, & strength-based. Therapy isn’t about telling you what to do—it’s about helping you identify solutions, develop new coping strategies, & empower you to make meaningful changes. I can offer guidance, support, & insight tailored to your needs, but you set the direction in a supportive & collaborative space.

Areas of practice include couples, families, infidelity, divorce recovery, families in transition, adolescents, elderly population, cultural diversity, LGBT.
As a marriage and family therapist I have worked with couples, families, and individuals of different backgrounds for more than 20 years. My experience as a therapist has taught me that change can be challenging and rewarding at the same time. Through a compassionate and understanding relationship I guide my clients to explore the stories that constraint them form having richer relationships and a more gratifying life. During the therapeutic process I help people turn challenges into opportunities for growth and development.
Areas of practice include couples, families, infidelity, divorce recovery, families in transition, adolescents, elderly population, cultural diversity, LGBT.
As a marriage and family therapist I have worked with couples, families, and individuals of different backgrounds for more than 20 years. My experience as a therapist has taught me that change can be challenging and rewarding at the same time. Through a compassionate and understanding relationship I guide my clients to explore the stories that constraint them form having richer relationships and a more gratifying life. During the therapeutic process I help people turn challenges into opportunities for growth and development.

I help clients with issues such as too much stress at home, school or work, difficult relationships, breakups or divorce, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, general anxiety, social anxiety, mild to moderate depression, recovering from, (and or dealing with) difficult family or friends, adjusting career, social and recreational aspects of life to your needs and preferences, and lastly, retirement issues.
In therapy we develop helpful perspectives and strategies to address your problems. Good personal and interpersonal habits and making healthy choices are supported. Our discussions feel natural and thoughtful. We may process difficult emotions, but there is often enjoyment and laughter to share as well as you learn, grow and heal.
I help clients with issues such as too much stress at home, school or work, difficult relationships, breakups or divorce, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, general anxiety, social anxiety, mild to moderate depression, recovering from, (and or dealing with) difficult family or friends, adjusting career, social and recreational aspects of life to your needs and preferences, and lastly, retirement issues.
In therapy we develop helpful perspectives and strategies to address your problems. Good personal and interpersonal habits and making healthy choices are supported. Our discussions feel natural and thoughtful. We may process difficult emotions, but there is often enjoyment and laughter to share as well as you learn, grow and heal.

Are you suffering from an illness, grief, infertility, divorce, and/or trauma?
I treat adults, adolescents and couples, tailoring my approach accordingly. I utilize evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy, but I also incorporate other treatment modalities as indicated. I offer a non-judgmental, warm, collaborative, safe space in which to work through life's hardships.
Are you suffering from an illness, grief, infertility, divorce, and/or trauma?
I treat adults, adolescents and couples, tailoring my approach accordingly. I utilize evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy, but I also incorporate other treatment modalities as indicated. I offer a non-judgmental, warm, collaborative, safe space in which to work through life's hardships.

Among our specific areas of expertise are mental health wellness, parenting enrichment, relationship development, divorce navigation, and co-parenting support.
Our approach to treatment is integrative, flexible, and tailored to the specific needs of each client. All sessions are currently being conducted virtually. To make an appointment, please contact us via the phone number or email address listed.
Among our specific areas of expertise are mental health wellness, parenting enrichment, relationship development, divorce navigation, and co-parenting support.
Our approach to treatment is integrative, flexible, and tailored to the specific needs of each client. All sessions are currently being conducted virtually. To make an appointment, please contact us via the phone number or email address listed.

Branches of Growth Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Syracuse, NY 13212
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with a wide variety of issues including substance abuse, codependency, divorce, parenting, physical/sexual abuse, domestic violence, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, stage of life issues, crisis intervention, self esteem and school/employment stressors, etc.
Relationships can be one of the biggest blessings and also one of the biggest stresses in your life. It's amazing how quickly life can get in the way of our relationships and cause chaos in our lives. We have obligations, responsibilities and demands that we have to keep up with, while putting in work to create a successful relationship. It can be exhausting at times and things can fall apart quickly. Therapy can be helpful for not just the couple or family, but the individual. This profile is for a group practice.
I have experience working with a wide variety of issues including substance abuse, codependency, divorce, parenting, physical/sexual abuse, domestic violence, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, stage of life issues, crisis intervention, self esteem and school/employment stressors, etc.
Relationships can be one of the biggest blessings and also one of the biggest stresses in your life. It's amazing how quickly life can get in the way of our relationships and cause chaos in our lives. We have obligations, responsibilities and demands that we have to keep up with, while putting in work to create a successful relationship. It can be exhausting at times and things can fall apart quickly. Therapy can be helpful for not just the couple or family, but the individual. This profile is for a group practice.

Jessica Detor, LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA
Verified Verified
Manlius, NY 13104
For over 20 years I have worked with people through transitions, divorce, work and school stress, relationship issues and grief.
Life can be difficult, stressful and scary-events happen that we cannot control or predict or perhaps you have an overall unhappiness with the current state of your life and ready for change and growth. Anxiety seems to pop up at random, yet anxiety always has a cause and I will teach you how to control the anxiety. Depression can pull you down and keep you from living your fullest life, we will look inward at patterns and blocks to living your happiest life. Unresolved trauma continues to show up in the present until it is fully processed and released. Whether you relate to one or all of the above we will work from where you are.
For over 20 years I have worked with people through transitions, divorce, work and school stress, relationship issues and grief.
Life can be difficult, stressful and scary-events happen that we cannot control or predict or perhaps you have an overall unhappiness with the current state of your life and ready for change and growth. Anxiety seems to pop up at random, yet anxiety always has a cause and I will teach you how to control the anxiety. Depression can pull you down and keep you from living your fullest life, we will look inward at patterns and blocks to living your happiest life. Unresolved trauma continues to show up in the present until it is fully processed and released. Whether you relate to one or all of the above we will work from where you are.

I am well experienced in successfully treating a variety of issues: Anxiety or Panic, Adapting to change, Depression, Bi-Polar, OCD, Trauma/PTSD, Spectrum Disorder, Addictions, Issues in Divorce/pre-div, Survivors of Abuse & Narcissistic Abuse, or clients who are/were psycho-emotionally violated by others.
My professional approach is more dynamic than just talk therapy alone. It is empathetic, interactive, and 'to the point', with frequent feedback. I use many evidence based therapies. My 14yrs in Japan enables me teach mindfulness skills well, eg; overcoming 'mind-babble', so you can have peace of mind (literally), clearer thoughts, & find creative solutions.
I am well experienced in successfully treating a variety of issues: Anxiety or Panic, Adapting to change, Depression, Bi-Polar, OCD, Trauma/PTSD, Spectrum Disorder, Addictions, Issues in Divorce/pre-div, Survivors of Abuse & Narcissistic Abuse, or clients who are/were psycho-emotionally violated by others.
My professional approach is more dynamic than just talk therapy alone. It is empathetic, interactive, and 'to the point', with frequent feedback. I use many evidence based therapies. My 14yrs in Japan enables me teach mindfulness skills well, eg; overcoming 'mind-babble', so you can have peace of mind (literally), clearer thoughts, & find creative solutions.

I specialize in working with young adults navigating life transitions, couples grappling with separation or divorce, and parents managing the stress of raising a child with medical needs.
Hello! I believe healing is always possible. I like to meet people in the here-and-now. I believe the past influences our current behaviors, but the present moment is the only place we can begin. Tricky cases are my jam, so if you have been struggling with a specific issue for a long time, I'm the therapist who can assist you in untangling the web to find your root issue. However, if you're looking for someone to assist you with a very specific issue, don't let that stop you from reaching out! I have worked with clients seeking short-term and solution-focused therapy.
I specialize in working with young adults navigating life transitions, couples grappling with separation or divorce, and parents managing the stress of raising a child with medical needs.
Hello! I believe healing is always possible. I like to meet people in the here-and-now. I believe the past influences our current behaviors, but the present moment is the only place we can begin. Tricky cases are my jam, so if you have been struggling with a specific issue for a long time, I'm the therapist who can assist you in untangling the web to find your root issue. However, if you're looking for someone to assist you with a very specific issue, don't let that stop you from reaching out! I have worked with clients seeking short-term and solution-focused therapy.

The couples that I work with may be attempting to recover from affairs, considering divorce, or experiencing challenges in their relationship that they want to work through.
I am particularly interested in working with individuals with disability and/or chronic illness and their families as well as those dealing with chronic pain. I also find it very satisfying to work with individuals who have a history of trauma.
The couples that I work with may be attempting to recover from affairs, considering divorce, or experiencing challenges in their relationship that they want to work through.
I am particularly interested in working with individuals with disability and/or chronic illness and their families as well as those dealing with chronic pain. I also find it very satisfying to work with individuals who have a history of trauma.
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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.