Divorce Therapists in New York, NY

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Lauren J Behrman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10165
Are you in the midst of a life transition- divorce, illness or loss?.
Over the course of my professional journey, I have explored and trained in a number of specialty areas, all centered around children and families. Special needs, Early Childhood, Infertility and Adoption, Divorce and Parenting. I help parents divorce with dignity and parent after divorce to resolve conflict and protect children
Are you in the midst of a life transition- divorce, illness or loss?.
Over the course of my professional journey, I have explored and trained in a number of specialty areas, all centered around children and families. Special needs, Early Childhood, Infertility and Adoption, Divorce and Parenting. I help parents divorce with dignity and parent after divorce to resolve conflict and protect children
(914) 265-2208 View (914) 265-2208
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Simona Noaghiul Yland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MD, MPH, LMFT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
Together we will navigate life challenges that are part of relationships, parent-child/teen conflicts, separation or divorce transition, daily stress, complex trauma, chronic illness, or loss.
Finding the right psychotherapist is challenging and can be a lengthy process. Once the search is completed and the therapy is under way, it will become rewarding and healing. My approach to psychotherapy is mindful, accepting and supportive. Trained in individual, couple, and family therapy, complex trauma, as well as clinical medicine and public health epidemiology, I provide treatment from an individualized integrative perspective, based on what is most beneficial to each person. My cultural and crosscultural perspectives allow me to factor in the cultural impact on human behavior.
Together we will navigate life challenges that are part of relationships, parent-child/teen conflicts, separation or divorce transition, daily stress, complex trauma, chronic illness, or loss.
Finding the right psychotherapist is challenging and can be a lengthy process. Once the search is completed and the therapy is under way, it will become rewarding and healing. My approach to psychotherapy is mindful, accepting and supportive. Trained in individual, couple, and family therapy, complex trauma, as well as clinical medicine and public health epidemiology, I provide treatment from an individualized integrative perspective, based on what is most beneficial to each person. My cultural and crosscultural perspectives allow me to factor in the cultural impact on human behavior.
(631) 850-3051 View (631) 850-3051
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Debra Jacoby
Verified Verified
Online Only
Narrative Coaching works well with anyone going through a painful loss or rejection, such as a death, break-up or divorce, as well as anyone who desires change but feels stuck or struggling.
Seeing one's life as a coherent narrative is a powerful, life-changing experience. I know this from my own experience writing about an estranged family member. It helped me to release my feelings and thoughts, forgive myself and others, accept what can't be changed and re-frame my current life. It made me more aware and resilient for the next challenges.
Narrative Coaching works well with anyone going through a painful loss or rejection, such as a death, break-up or divorce, as well as anyone who desires change but feels stuck or struggling.
Seeing one's life as a coherent narrative is a powerful, life-changing experience. I know this from my own experience writing about an estranged family member. It helped me to release my feelings and thoughts, forgive myself and others, accept what can't be changed and re-frame my current life. It made me more aware and resilient for the next challenges.
(607) 208-7736 View (607) 208-7736
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Kristine Danback
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
A clinical psychologist/therapist in NY-CT, divorce coach/mediator, expert witness, and offer co-parenting, focusing on high conflict divorces/relationships.
Offering psychotherapy, divorce/transition coaching and the RESTORE group program beginning Aug 2023. A 12 week nourishing new family to process and heal from anyone who has struggled with a personality disordered individual, abuse, or court actions. I specialize in NPD abuse and new life transitions through reorienting, realigning and redesigning you!
A clinical psychologist/therapist in NY-CT, divorce coach/mediator, expert witness, and offer co-parenting, focusing on high conflict divorces/relationships.
Offering psychotherapy, divorce/transition coaching and the RESTORE group program beginning Aug 2023. A 12 week nourishing new family to process and heal from anyone who has struggled with a personality disordered individual, abuse, or court actions. I specialize in NPD abuse and new life transitions through reorienting, realigning and redesigning you!
(203) 884-0487 View (203) 884-0487
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Lisanne Godnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I specialize in what I deem, Divorce Recovery.
With nearly four decades of experience in private practice in New York City, I am deeply committed to helping individuals and couples navigate emotional and relational challenges and complexities with the intention of creating new and healthy patterns. I guide my patients to delve into and explore their past with the intention of freeing up road blocks to lead to a more fulfilling future.
I specialize in what I deem, Divorce Recovery.
With nearly four decades of experience in private practice in New York City, I am deeply committed to helping individuals and couples navigate emotional and relational challenges and complexities with the intention of creating new and healthy patterns. I guide my patients to delve into and explore their past with the intention of freeing up road blocks to lead to a more fulfilling future.
(646) 522-0114 View (646) 522-0114
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David J Dumais
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I offer group therapy and individual therapy for children/adolescents in divorce.
David Dumais LCSW, CGP is a specialist in group treatment with over 20 years of experience in hospitals, clinics and public schools. He has lectured on adolescent treatment issues nationally in New York, Chicago, New Orleans and San Francisco., and internationally in Germany and Russia. He is the Executive Director of GroupWORKS for Education, a non-profit that brings group therapists into troubled schools to work with teachers and students. David is also on the faculty of the Center for Group Studies.
I offer group therapy and individual therapy for children/adolescents in divorce.
David Dumais LCSW, CGP is a specialist in group treatment with over 20 years of experience in hospitals, clinics and public schools. He has lectured on adolescent treatment issues nationally in New York, Chicago, New Orleans and San Francisco., and internationally in Germany and Russia. He is the Executive Director of GroupWORKS for Education, a non-profit that brings group therapists into troubled schools to work with teachers and students. David is also on the faculty of the Center for Group Studies.
(917) 746-1263 View (917) 746-1263
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Norman Wyloge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10021
I am particularly interested in the effects of divorce on men after long term marriages.
I have been treating a wide range of patients in long and short term individual and group treatment for many years. I effect personality change through the use of interpretation, clarification and behavior modification. I emphasize with my patients a sense of well being. My ideal patient has to not only be motivated to change but willing to work through and resolve difficult aspects in their lives.
I am particularly interested in the effects of divorce on men after long term marriages.
I have been treating a wide range of patients in long and short term individual and group treatment for many years. I effect personality change through the use of interpretation, clarification and behavior modification. I emphasize with my patients a sense of well being. My ideal patient has to not only be motivated to change but willing to work through and resolve difficult aspects in their lives.
(914) 327-2032 View (914) 327-2032
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Tracy Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Some couples come committed to having their relationship thrive, others come with the intention of working out a divorce that is collaborative and respectful and includes a co-parenting plan that works for the whole family.
Volatile couples are often passionate couples. "We love each other and have a good relationship, why we do end up in the same hurtful arguments?" The passion in your relationship is energizing but can also turn into fights accompanied by extreme anger. Often this results in one person withdrawing and both left feeling hurt and misunderstood. I help couples turn volatility into versatility. Volatility is explosive energy; versatility means having choices and tools to use at the right moment while keeping healthy passion alive. My couples are people who have strong relationships but need help breaking patterns that lead them down a rabbit hole.
Some couples come committed to having their relationship thrive, others come with the intention of working out a divorce that is collaborative and respectful and includes a co-parenting plan that works for the whole family.
Volatile couples are often passionate couples. "We love each other and have a good relationship, why we do end up in the same hurtful arguments?" The passion in your relationship is energizing but can also turn into fights accompanied by extreme anger. Often this results in one person withdrawing and both left feeling hurt and misunderstood. I help couples turn volatility into versatility. Volatility is explosive energy; versatility means having choices and tools to use at the right moment while keeping healthy passion alive. My couples are people who have strong relationships but need help breaking patterns that lead them down a rabbit hole.
(646) 846-7242 View (646) 846-7242
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Marley Oakes
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Some issues people bring to treatment include: facing problematic patterns in life and work, loneliness and low self-esteem, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, family conflict, separation/ divorce, depression and anxiety, difficulty meeting goals.
I work primarily from a psychodynamic perspective, taking an explorative, supportive approach to treatment. Patients tell me they appreciate my compassionate, non-judgmental, and insightful manner. Currently, I have openings for couples therapy, family therapy and co-parenting in the aftermath of divorce/separation.
Some issues people bring to treatment include: facing problematic patterns in life and work, loneliness and low self-esteem, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, family conflict, separation/ divorce, depression and anxiety, difficulty meeting goals.
I work primarily from a psychodynamic perspective, taking an explorative, supportive approach to treatment. Patients tell me they appreciate my compassionate, non-judgmental, and insightful manner. Currently, I have openings for couples therapy, family therapy and co-parenting in the aftermath of divorce/separation.
(646) 350-0686 View (646) 350-0686
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Maren Levine
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, RYT500
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in life transitions, parenting (both for mainstream children and children with special needs), relationships, divorce, and work stress.
In 2006, I received my master's degree from Columbia University and ever since then I have been helping people feel better through a solution-focused therapeutic approach. Working together, I can help you feel better and find more happiness. I will be honest with you without judgment and will always hold space for you with an underlining deep empathy.
I specialize in life transitions, parenting (both for mainstream children and children with special needs), relationships, divorce, and work stress.
In 2006, I received my master's degree from Columbia University and ever since then I have been helping people feel better through a solution-focused therapeutic approach. Working together, I can help you feel better and find more happiness. I will be honest with you without judgment and will always hold space for you with an underlining deep empathy.
(718) 619-4955 View (718) 619-4955
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Bess Steiger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I offer bereavement counseling, support groups and conflict resolution including divorce mediation and parenting coordination via secure video or telephone conferencing.
Have you been impacted by loss due to Covid 19? Is isolation and social distancing causing you loneliness, anxiety or conflict in your family? Grief and mourning are being experienced as never before. Our traditional ways of coping - through the participation in rituals and communal gatherings, the hugs of loved ones and being with family - have been upended. The reality of not being able to be with loved ones, especially those who are ill or dying is traumatic. We are also having to negotiate with our family in new ways. I can help you find a path through these challenges.
I offer bereavement counseling, support groups and conflict resolution including divorce mediation and parenting coordination via secure video or telephone conferencing.
Have you been impacted by loss due to Covid 19? Is isolation and social distancing causing you loneliness, anxiety or conflict in your family? Grief and mourning are being experienced as never before. Our traditional ways of coping - through the participation in rituals and communal gatherings, the hugs of loved ones and being with family - have been upended. The reality of not being able to be with loved ones, especially those who are ill or dying is traumatic. We are also having to negotiate with our family in new ways. I can help you find a path through these challenges.
(914) 380-3821 View (914) 380-3821
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Deborah Tobaly
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and codependency, as well as life transitions such as divorce and separation.
Life is a journey with ups and downs. I’m here to help you get through it. I am a non-judgmental and empathetic therapist. I’m here to guide you on your healing journey to discover your strengths and give you the tools you need to get there.   You deserve treatment that's individualized specifically for your needs and to help you reach your full potential.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and codependency, as well as life transitions such as divorce and separation.
Life is a journey with ups and downs. I’m here to help you get through it. I am a non-judgmental and empathetic therapist. I’m here to guide you on your healing journey to discover your strengths and give you the tools you need to get there.   You deserve treatment that's individualized specifically for your needs and to help you reach your full potential.
(646) 846-7065 View (646) 846-7065
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Randi Roth
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
I have 23 years of experience and expertise treating depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse, divorce adjustment, parenting as well as couples therapy.
I work from a psychoanalytically informed perspective, however I am flexible and will incorporate other modalities depending upon each client's needs. I am very interested in incorporating Mindfulness Techniques and the known benefits of meditation and mindfulness into my work.
I have 23 years of experience and expertise treating depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse, divorce adjustment, parenting as well as couples therapy.
I work from a psychoanalytically informed perspective, however I am flexible and will incorporate other modalities depending upon each client's needs. I am very interested in incorporating Mindfulness Techniques and the known benefits of meditation and mindfulness into my work.
(646) 904-5637 View (646) 904-5637
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Juliet Cooper
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10021
I also support women on issues including; anxiety, depression, relationships, professional life, breast cancer, and divorce.
Life's challenges are inevitable. Asking for help is your strength. Welcome to my practice! I am a licensed psychologist trained to work with children, teens, parents and adults. Healing starts with feeling connected. My warmth and easy going calm, create an atmosphere of comfort and openness. While encouraging self awareness, I respect and value the practical issues of life and incorporate them in my work. Listening, interacting, being supportive and solution oriented, characterize my style. I believe that people can strive toward increased fulfillment and happiness. Feeling listened to, validated and understood are essential ingredients for change and of course a little humor helps!
I also support women on issues including; anxiety, depression, relationships, professional life, breast cancer, and divorce.
Life's challenges are inevitable. Asking for help is your strength. Welcome to my practice! I am a licensed psychologist trained to work with children, teens, parents and adults. Healing starts with feeling connected. My warmth and easy going calm, create an atmosphere of comfort and openness. While encouraging self awareness, I respect and value the practical issues of life and incorporate them in my work. Listening, interacting, being supportive and solution oriented, characterize my style. I believe that people can strive toward increased fulfillment and happiness. Feeling listened to, validated and understood are essential ingredients for change and of course a little humor helps!
(646) 791-3954 View (646) 791-3954
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James R Covington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
, MA, LMFT, specializes in couples counseling, discernment counseling for couples considering divorce, premarital counseling, and individual psychotherapy in the NYC Manhattan, Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn NY areas.
My approach is collaborative, supportive, practical, and focused on helping you reach your goals. Fault-finding or blaming is not necessary and is often counter-productive. We’ll work to improve communication, increase understanding and support, establish trust and safety, and build positive moments of relating that strengthen your marital connection. I focus on strengths, rather than emphasizing weaknesses. You’ll find that I am supportive and easy to talk with, and that therapy will be thought-provoking, enjoyable, stimulating, sometimes humorous, and at times, challenging.
, MA, LMFT, specializes in couples counseling, discernment counseling for couples considering divorce, premarital counseling, and individual psychotherapy in the NYC Manhattan, Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn NY areas.
My approach is collaborative, supportive, practical, and focused on helping you reach your goals. Fault-finding or blaming is not necessary and is often counter-productive. We’ll work to improve communication, increase understanding and support, establish trust and safety, and build positive moments of relating that strengthen your marital connection. I focus on strengths, rather than emphasizing weaknesses. You’ll find that I am supportive and easy to talk with, and that therapy will be thought-provoking, enjoyable, stimulating, sometimes humorous, and at times, challenging.
(646) 600-8241 View (646) 600-8241
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Lucinda Hotchkiss
Psychologist, PhD, CGP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I will help you set a therapy goal -- to improve work, relationships, or make a big change in your life (career, divorce, relationship, or retirement) -- and achieve it.
You are invested in your relationships, work and creating the next big step in your life. Or maybe you are reeling from a setback at work or home. Maybe you have a sense that you're not where you want to be in life but don't know exactly why. Or, you may be feeling positive, but you're at a crossroads -- and not sure which direction to go. You have limited time, and want results from therapy.
I will help you set a therapy goal -- to improve work, relationships, or make a big change in your life (career, divorce, relationship, or retirement) -- and achieve it.
You are invested in your relationships, work and creating the next big step in your life. Or maybe you are reeling from a setback at work or home. Maybe you have a sense that you're not where you want to be in life but don't know exactly why. Or, you may be feeling positive, but you're at a crossroads -- and not sure which direction to go. You have limited time, and want results from therapy.
(646) 603-0219 View (646) 603-0219
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Ted I Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you are looking for guidance for any number of concerns such as life transitions, family issues or a difficult divorce, you have come to the right place with the right person.
I specialize in work with couples, life adjustments, divorcing dads and men's issues in general.
If you are looking for guidance for any number of concerns such as life transitions, family issues or a difficult divorce, you have come to the right place with the right person.
I specialize in work with couples, life adjustments, divorcing dads and men's issues in general.
(347) 851-7545 View (347) 851-7545
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Amy Pichardo
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, MCASAC, SIFI
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I offer individual counseling for depression, anxiety, and co-occurring disorders, as well as group therapy for those navigating divorce, separation, or marital infidelity.
Our approach is rooted in trauma-informed care and includes evidence-based practices such as DBT, CBT, CPT. Additionally, we take a holistic approach, integrating principles from Ayurveda to promote overall well-being and balance. We believe in addressing the whole person mind, body, and spirit on the path to healing.
I offer individual counseling for depression, anxiety, and co-occurring disorders, as well as group therapy for those navigating divorce, separation, or marital infidelity.
Our approach is rooted in trauma-informed care and includes evidence-based practices such as DBT, CBT, CPT. Additionally, we take a holistic approach, integrating principles from Ayurveda to promote overall well-being and balance. We believe in addressing the whole person mind, body, and spirit on the path to healing.
(646) 982-3179 View (646) 982-3179
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Mimi Spiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I see people from a broad array of backgrounds who are facing many different challenges in their lives, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, infertility, parenting issues, divorce, grief, recovery from trauma and career transitions.
I make the room safe, no matter the issue you bring to me. Everyone could use therapeutic support or help achieving greater pleasure in their life at some point, whether it is to cope with a break up, figure out relationship patterns that you want to change, contend with anxiety, loneliness or depression, grieve a loss, process major life transitions or work on a marriage. I have been treating adults and couples in private practice for over 15 years.
I see people from a broad array of backgrounds who are facing many different challenges in their lives, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, infertility, parenting issues, divorce, grief, recovery from trauma and career transitions.
I make the room safe, no matter the issue you bring to me. Everyone could use therapeutic support or help achieving greater pleasure in their life at some point, whether it is to cope with a break up, figure out relationship patterns that you want to change, contend with anxiety, loneliness or depression, grieve a loss, process major life transitions or work on a marriage. I have been treating adults and couples in private practice for over 15 years.
(917) 809-6451 View (917) 809-6451
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Steven P Welch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, ACSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
I specialize in the following areas: depression, anxiety, LGBTQ issues, addictions, codependency ( divorce/separation) and bereavement.
Most people struggle to manage their day-to-day issues, which often stem from a variety of life changes and challenges. By addressing the many issues in your life through therapy, i will begin to reveal to you the strengths, power, creativity and spiritual renewal that is already within you. Togethe we can work to help you design a re-birth and re-discovery
I specialize in the following areas: depression, anxiety, LGBTQ issues, addictions, codependency ( divorce/separation) and bereavement.
Most people struggle to manage their day-to-day issues, which often stem from a variety of life changes and challenges. By addressing the many issues in your life through therapy, i will begin to reveal to you the strengths, power, creativity and spiritual renewal that is already within you. Togethe we can work to help you design a re-birth and re-discovery
(914) 861-5952 View (914) 861-5952
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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.