Divorce Therapists in Aldergrove, BC
Human beings experience severe life stressors sometimes, and when they do it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. I have a passion for helping people, who are experiencing difficulties, strengthen their relationships with themselves and others, so they can once again live purposeful, joy-filled lives, while still honouring their past.
Human beings experience severe life stressors sometimes, and when they do it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. I have a passion for helping people, who are experiencing difficulties, strengthen their relationships with themselves and others, so they can once again live purposeful, joy-filled lives, while still honouring their past.
The Spaces Between Counselling .....The Power of Perception The greatest growth my clients experience from our work together is a new way of seeing and experiencing their lives. I'll help you move from hopelessness, loneliness, frustration, and fear to clarity and peace. We'll use your struggle as your power spot to create change. Although this can be difficult, that discomfort acts as a motivation to change. That is its job. You are at a place where all the possibilities and richness of life are yours to be found. I can help you take your next steps and I'd be honoured to walk with you.
The Spaces Between Counselling .....The Power of Perception The greatest growth my clients experience from our work together is a new way of seeing and experiencing their lives. I'll help you move from hopelessness, loneliness, frustration, and fear to clarity and peace. We'll use your struggle as your power spot to create change. Although this can be difficult, that discomfort acts as a motivation to change. That is its job. You are at a place where all the possibilities and richness of life are yours to be found. I can help you take your next steps and I'd be honoured to walk with you.
At times, we all wonder if our present day realities are aligned with our intended paths. Was it the right time? The right job? The right relationship? Is this as good as it gets? Am I happy? Am I fulfilled? If you experience anxiety, depression, confusion or simply feel alone, counselling can offer opportunities for a deeper sense of connection to yourself, your relationships and your life. I am here to walk alongside of you, to listen to your goals, desires and needs. Whether it is sharing long kept secrets, traumas or personal revelations I am here to connect with you.
At times, we all wonder if our present day realities are aligned with our intended paths. Was it the right time? The right job? The right relationship? Is this as good as it gets? Am I happy? Am I fulfilled? If you experience anxiety, depression, confusion or simply feel alone, counselling can offer opportunities for a deeper sense of connection to yourself, your relationships and your life. I am here to walk alongside of you, to listen to your goals, desires and needs. Whether it is sharing long kept secrets, traumas or personal revelations I am here to connect with you.
Hurting people hurt people, but they also tend to hurt themselves in the long run. The need for an unbiased and non-judgemental person to talk to can serve to provide a sense of relief from the stress you may be facing in the moment. I believe that is what we may need in our lives, and I am able to serve you in this area. For whatever your needs may be, I will tailor the treatment plan accordingly and strive to find the best approach to meet them.
Hurting people hurt people, but they also tend to hurt themselves in the long run. The need for an unbiased and non-judgemental person to talk to can serve to provide a sense of relief from the stress you may be facing in the moment. I believe that is what we may need in our lives, and I am able to serve you in this area. For whatever your needs may be, I will tailor the treatment plan accordingly and strive to find the best approach to meet them.
Erica Magdalena Schmid
Counsellor, MACP, BA, EMDR, RCC, Pn1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aldergrove, BC V4W
Often my clients are wanting to explore a personal issue/problem/feeling that won't go away and is starting to affect almost every part of their life. Advice from friends or family isn't helping and nothing else they have tried has worked. They believe there must be a better way to be but somehow they are just stuck. I can help you tackle your issues, get unstuck, and find that better place. Both personally and professionally, I can attest to the power of awareness as a key factor in facilitating a desired change; We can’t find the truth listening to our own voice’s echo. We can find ourselves only in someone’s mirror”(Rumi, n.d)
Often my clients are wanting to explore a personal issue/problem/feeling that won't go away and is starting to affect almost every part of their life. Advice from friends or family isn't helping and nothing else they have tried has worked. They believe there must be a better way to be but somehow they are just stuck. I can help you tackle your issues, get unstuck, and find that better place. Both personally and professionally, I can attest to the power of awareness as a key factor in facilitating a desired change; We can’t find the truth listening to our own voice’s echo. We can find ourselves only in someone’s mirror”(Rumi, n.d)
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs last and focus on others? Do you question if life should feel somehow better? You are not alone here. My approach is client-focused, collaborative and optimistic, I view each person as an individual within a family system and can help with difficulties impacting clients biologically, psychologically, socially and spiritually. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term challenges for your mind and body. I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a better life.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs last and focus on others? Do you question if life should feel somehow better? You are not alone here. My approach is client-focused, collaborative and optimistic, I view each person as an individual within a family system and can help with difficulties impacting clients biologically, psychologically, socially and spiritually. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term challenges for your mind and body. I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a better life.
Have you been looking for a therapist who is down to earth and has the broad experience to understand all the things you are juggling day to day? Are your relationships suffering and you just can't find the time or the right words to set things back on course. Our world has become so fast paced and with so many expectations to be your best self. Sometimes it can feel like a lot. It can get overwhelming very quickly. Sometimes there needs to be a safe space to unload that, process your own goals and repair or strengthen your most valued relationships.
Have you been looking for a therapist who is down to earth and has the broad experience to understand all the things you are juggling day to day? Are your relationships suffering and you just can't find the time or the right words to set things back on course. Our world has become so fast paced and with so many expectations to be your best self. Sometimes it can feel like a lot. It can get overwhelming very quickly. Sometimes there needs to be a safe space to unload that, process your own goals and repair or strengthen your most valued relationships.
Anxiety Counselling Services - Clo Nickel
Counsellor, RPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aldergrove, BC V4W
Struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, panic attacks, OCD, grief & loss, life transitions or other life challenges? Take the first step towards healing through evidence-based strategies, and the deep work of core emotional processing. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, warm, compassionate, and uniquely understanding. During my career, I have been profoundly honoured to witness and help guide my clients to not only heal, but thrive and grow into their authentic selves.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, panic attacks, OCD, grief & loss, life transitions or other life challenges? Take the first step towards healing through evidence-based strategies, and the deep work of core emotional processing. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, warm, compassionate, and uniquely understanding. During my career, I have been profoundly honoured to witness and help guide my clients to not only heal, but thrive and grow into their authentic selves.
More Therapists Nearby
After a separation and divorce it brings out the best and worst in people.
I have been practicing as a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist in B.C. for 42 years. I was previously the Senior Psychologist at the Vancouver Health Dept. and the Director of Psychology at VGH (Shaughnessy). I was a consultant to the Family Justice Counselling Service (BC Attorney General) for 10 years and the National Parole Board of Canada. My clients these days see me primarily for parenting and post-separation problems. This can take the form of parenting assessments for the Court, consulting, and Parent Coordination. I am registered in BC. Equally importantly I am a husband, father and grandfather. My website: melterman.ca
After a separation and divorce it brings out the best and worst in people.
I have been practicing as a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist in B.C. for 42 years. I was previously the Senior Psychologist at the Vancouver Health Dept. and the Director of Psychology at VGH (Shaughnessy). I was a consultant to the Family Justice Counselling Service (BC Attorney General) for 10 years and the National Parole Board of Canada. My clients these days see me primarily for parenting and post-separation problems. This can take the form of parenting assessments for the Court, consulting, and Parent Coordination. I am registered in BC. Equally importantly I am a husband, father and grandfather. My website: melterman.ca
I specialize in the areas of family conflict, parenting, and high conflict separation and divorce.
Life can be challenging and although we are often able to cope with the difficulties that come our way, there are times when we can become overwhelmed with our thoughts and emotions. An issue may arise that feels too difficult to manage on our own. I provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for you to explore whatever issues have brought you to seek support. I will help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and self-acceptance. It is perfectly normal to reach out for help. We will work together to meet your goals and find solutions that work for you. As a trauma informed therapist, I offer EMDR therapy.
I specialize in the areas of family conflict, parenting, and high conflict separation and divorce.
Life can be challenging and although we are often able to cope with the difficulties that come our way, there are times when we can become overwhelmed with our thoughts and emotions. An issue may arise that feels too difficult to manage on our own. I provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for you to explore whatever issues have brought you to seek support. I will help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and self-acceptance. It is perfectly normal to reach out for help. We will work together to meet your goals and find solutions that work for you. As a trauma informed therapist, I offer EMDR therapy.
If you are going through a challenging time, it can feel like your life is unraveling. Our mission at Crossroads Collective is to help you navigate the challenges you are facing. Many of us are struggling with family conflict, separation/divorce, blended families, resentments from the past, substance misuse, life transitions, anxiety, among others. No matter what your current struggle is, it is important that you have support.
If you are going through a challenging time, it can feel like your life is unraveling. Our mission at Crossroads Collective is to help you navigate the challenges you are facing. Many of us are struggling with family conflict, separation/divorce, blended families, resentments from the past, substance misuse, life transitions, anxiety, among others. No matter what your current struggle is, it is important that you have support.
Strong Ties - Child & Family Services
Counsellor, MA, RCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple Ridge, BC V2W
In cases of separation and divorce, our Clinical Director is trained to provide co-parenting counselling and divorce coaching.
Are you a parent worried that your child might be struggling? Are you considering that your teen might need extra support? Are you a parent in the midst of family changes who needs extra tools to support your kids? We got you. Strong Ties – Child & Family Services is a specialized counselling clinic that focuses on helping children, adolescents and families. Some of the issues we focus on include behavioural issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD, anger, trauma, relationship/school issues, and separation/divorce.
In cases of separation and divorce, our Clinical Director is trained to provide co-parenting counselling and divorce coaching.
Are you a parent worried that your child might be struggling? Are you considering that your teen might need extra support? Are you a parent in the midst of family changes who needs extra tools to support your kids? We got you. Strong Ties – Child & Family Services is a specialized counselling clinic that focuses on helping children, adolescents and families. Some of the issues we focus on include behavioural issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD, anger, trauma, relationship/school issues, and separation/divorce.
It is my goal to help, heal and empower clients through the challenges and uncertainties of life within a safe empathetic, culturally responsive, open, therapeutic alliance. My tailored approach is premised on making clients feel comfortable, validated, and understood and to help make sense of and resolve the anxieties and issues clients face so they can achieve their goals and live a peaceful and content life. My specialties include Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Stress Management, Life Coaching, Mindfulness-Based Techniques, Health and Wellness, Couples, Separation/Divorce, Trauma, Eating Issues & Emotional Empowerment.
It is my goal to help, heal and empower clients through the challenges and uncertainties of life within a safe empathetic, culturally responsive, open, therapeutic alliance. My tailored approach is premised on making clients feel comfortable, validated, and understood and to help make sense of and resolve the anxieties and issues clients face so they can achieve their goals and live a peaceful and content life. My specialties include Anxiety, Depression, Self Esteem, Stress Management, Life Coaching, Mindfulness-Based Techniques, Health and Wellness, Couples, Separation/Divorce, Trauma, Eating Issues & Emotional Empowerment.
I specialize in working with clients who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parenting, women's issues, divorce and relationship issues.
Dr. Karen Reilly is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who brings warmth, empathy and over 25 years of experience to help you improve your relationships, reduce anxiety or depression, cope with loss, and manage major life transitions. Counselling is a place to build on your strengths and find solutions to the many challenges you face every day. It is also a place to be truly heard in a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment. People come for so many reasons, but often the most pressing is an overwhelming sense of unhappiness with the life they are living. I can help you find a way to live the life you truly want to live.
I specialize in working with clients who struggle with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parenting, women's issues, divorce and relationship issues.
Dr. Karen Reilly is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who brings warmth, empathy and over 25 years of experience to help you improve your relationships, reduce anxiety or depression, cope with loss, and manage major life transitions. Counselling is a place to build on your strengths and find solutions to the many challenges you face every day. It is also a place to be truly heard in a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment. People come for so many reasons, but often the most pressing is an overwhelming sense of unhappiness with the life they are living. I can help you find a way to live the life you truly want to live.
I can support you as you look within to explore a variety of issues including: Low self-esteem, shame, and stigma; Trauma and grief; Marriage, parenting, divorce, and complex family relationships; Life transitions, such as career changes or new relationships; Depression and anxiety; and Eating disorders and body image struggles.
Clarity. Understanding. Acceptance. These are all things we want for ourselves but, occasionally, the mirror of our mind becomes clouded and tarnished by anxiety, depression, trauma, and a variety of other life struggles. This can distort how we see ourselves, people around us, and the potential for our future. We can work together to shift your view, restore clarity and hope for the present, and bring new possibilities for a transformed future into focus.
I can support you as you look within to explore a variety of issues including: Low self-esteem, shame, and stigma; Trauma and grief; Marriage, parenting, divorce, and complex family relationships; Life transitions, such as career changes or new relationships; Depression and anxiety; and Eating disorders and body image struggles.
Clarity. Understanding. Acceptance. These are all things we want for ourselves but, occasionally, the mirror of our mind becomes clouded and tarnished by anxiety, depression, trauma, and a variety of other life struggles. This can distort how we see ourselves, people around us, and the potential for our future. We can work together to shift your view, restore clarity and hope for the present, and bring new possibilities for a transformed future into focus.
As we move through life we can all face struggles that are difficult to navigate on our own. Anxiety, depression or feeling stuck can arise from many different experiences: Relationship challenges, loss of a loved one, divorce, maladaptive communication patterns, changes in career or station in life, parenting struggles, issues around self esteem, schooling, purpose and meaning, setting boundaries, trauma or abuse. I aim to help my clients, whether adults or youth, heal and grow as they move through periods of change. We accept private insurance plans, Victim Services(CVAP), ICBC Claims and Autism Funding.
As we move through life we can all face struggles that are difficult to navigate on our own. Anxiety, depression or feeling stuck can arise from many different experiences: Relationship challenges, loss of a loved one, divorce, maladaptive communication patterns, changes in career or station in life, parenting struggles, issues around self esteem, schooling, purpose and meaning, setting boundaries, trauma or abuse. I aim to help my clients, whether adults or youth, heal and grow as they move through periods of change. We accept private insurance plans, Victim Services(CVAP), ICBC Claims and Autism Funding.
Dhaliwal Counselling and Psychotherapy LTD
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Langley, BC V1M
Wether your struggling with depression, anxiety, divorce, or with a toxic relationship I am here to listen and guide you on your healing journey. You do not need to go through difficult life experiences alone. I am a Masters level therapist: I have accumulated 7 years of counselling experience. I have also worked in the college school system as an instructor in BC and have helped develop curriculum for a counselling diploma program in BC. My experience blends together to give me the proper knowledge and experience to help you on the healing journey that you are on.
Wether your struggling with depression, anxiety, divorce, or with a toxic relationship I am here to listen and guide you on your healing journey. You do not need to go through difficult life experiences alone. I am a Masters level therapist: I have accumulated 7 years of counselling experience. I have also worked in the college school system as an instructor in BC and have helped develop curriculum for a counselling diploma program in BC. My experience blends together to give me the proper knowledge and experience to help you on the healing journey that you are on.
Lisa Moore Clinical Counselor & Play Therapy Supvr
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Langley, BC V3A
Crossroads Collective's mission is to help people heal and grow through periods of transitions in their lives. Many of us struggle with alcohol / addictions, experience loss, grief, unhappiness or a sense of loss when we transition from one role to another in our daily lives. Some of us lose people we love, dreams we can no longer achieve, changes in careers, the diagnosis of a child with special needs, a loved one entering care, or who is ailing in health, Divorce from a spouse, the beginning of a new marriage, perhaps with a blended family. We accept private insurance plans, Victim Services(CVAP), ICBC Claims and Autism
Crossroads Collective's mission is to help people heal and grow through periods of transitions in their lives. Many of us struggle with alcohol / addictions, experience loss, grief, unhappiness or a sense of loss when we transition from one role to another in our daily lives. Some of us lose people we love, dreams we can no longer achieve, changes in careers, the diagnosis of a child with special needs, a loved one entering care, or who is ailing in health, Divorce from a spouse, the beginning of a new marriage, perhaps with a blended family. We accept private insurance plans, Victim Services(CVAP), ICBC Claims and Autism
Some clients have sudden changes - separation, divorce, other collisions - that leave them reeling.
Do you feel ALIVE - do you have energy, purpose and satisfying relationships? Or, are you just going through the motions, maybe even struggling. Could your relationships be better? Do you blame yourself? Do you distract yourself with social media, gaming, online pursuits, alcohol, recreational substances, Netflix or work? Do you feel empty, angry, sad? It’s time to stop running on a grim treadmill of patterns and repetition that aren't working the way you want them to. It's time to to take some time and be with what is going on inside. You're worth it. You can become the person you want to be. I can help.
Some clients have sudden changes - separation, divorce, other collisions - that leave them reeling.
Do you feel ALIVE - do you have energy, purpose and satisfying relationships? Or, are you just going through the motions, maybe even struggling. Could your relationships be better? Do you blame yourself? Do you distract yourself with social media, gaming, online pursuits, alcohol, recreational substances, Netflix or work? Do you feel empty, angry, sad? It’s time to stop running on a grim treadmill of patterns and repetition that aren't working the way you want them to. It's time to to take some time and be with what is going on inside. You're worth it. You can become the person you want to be. I can help.
Like many people, I reached a point in my life where I was seeing myself repeatedly make choices that had the same negative responses. I went through divorce, over functioned when it came to others and did not know how to do my own self care. I reached out for support and through therapeutic counselling was able to heal. When looking at my own life challenges, I discovered how my adverse experiences in childhood have influenced my life’s course. Now more than ever we are faced with a lot of different stressors. My passion is to help others navigate through those stressors.
Like many people, I reached a point in my life where I was seeing myself repeatedly make choices that had the same negative responses. I went through divorce, over functioned when it came to others and did not know how to do my own self care. I reached out for support and through therapeutic counselling was able to heal. When looking at my own life challenges, I discovered how my adverse experiences in childhood have influenced my life’s course. Now more than ever we are faced with a lot of different stressors. My passion is to help others navigate through those stressors.
I've had extensive experience working with clients impacted by divorce.
After 50 years in counselling I remain more intrigued than ever by opportunities to support positive growth. At key junctures in life's journey we are confronted with painful experiences that can create the required urgency for needed change. By carefully focusing on a client's unique story I extend an invitation to collaboratively clarify goals and set new directions. I draw from a wide variety of therapeutic approaches but also the life experience gained by being a father of 5, experiencing a diverse and enriching career path, as well as overcoming my own share of adversity along the way.
I've had extensive experience working with clients impacted by divorce.
After 50 years in counselling I remain more intrigued than ever by opportunities to support positive growth. At key junctures in life's journey we are confronted with painful experiences that can create the required urgency for needed change. By carefully focusing on a client's unique story I extend an invitation to collaboratively clarify goals and set new directions. I draw from a wide variety of therapeutic approaches but also the life experience gained by being a father of 5, experiencing a diverse and enriching career path, as well as overcoming my own share of adversity along the way.
I work with teenagers and adults on a variety of issues including grief and loss, depression, anxiety, OCD, divorce, aging, and personal development.
However you are ready to arrive at counselling our work will be collaborative in a safe and mutually respectful space. I am a trauma-informed and person-centred counsellor and my intention is to begin where you are and gently move to where you want to be through empathy, support, and acceptance. Leading with genuineness has helped me connect with people and remain curious about similarities and differences that make us who we are.
I work with teenagers and adults on a variety of issues including grief and loss, depression, anxiety, OCD, divorce, aging, and personal development.
However you are ready to arrive at counselling our work will be collaborative in a safe and mutually respectful space. I am a trauma-informed and person-centred counsellor and my intention is to begin where you are and gently move to where you want to be through empathy, support, and acceptance. Leading with genuineness has helped me connect with people and remain curious about similarities and differences that make us who we are.
Shannon Lawrence. Unique Minds Consulting
Counsellor, RPC-C, Child, Youth, Couples, Therapy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abbotsford, BC V4X
Are you at a crossroads, unsure which path to take? Let me help you develop the skills needed for personal growth for yourself and your child/ren. I can assist your child in managing unexpected life challenges and behaviors and or Parenting Support for you. Or are you facing a recent separation, divorce, or just feeling stressed out? Let us work together to bring some calmness to your world. I have over 30 years experience working with children and families and 5 years working with adults. You are never alone in your journey.
Are you at a crossroads, unsure which path to take? Let me help you develop the skills needed for personal growth for yourself and your child/ren. I can assist your child in managing unexpected life challenges and behaviors and or Parenting Support for you. Or are you facing a recent separation, divorce, or just feeling stressed out? Let us work together to bring some calmness to your world. I have over 30 years experience working with children and families and 5 years working with adults. You are never alone in your journey.
We are a team of Registered Clinical Counsellors & Registered Social Workers that offer support to individuals dealing with a range of issues including, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, separation, divorce, relational difficulties, addictions, and many other life challenges.
Open Mind Counselling offers a safe, non-judgmental, strength-based, collaborative space for clients to be heard and understood. We use a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approach to address client's personal unique needs while honouring their lived experiences. Our counsellors have a wide range of skills & knowledge and provide individual, couple and family counselling to adolescents and adults that may be struggling.
We are a team of Registered Clinical Counsellors & Registered Social Workers that offer support to individuals dealing with a range of issues including, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, separation, divorce, relational difficulties, addictions, and many other life challenges.
Open Mind Counselling offers a safe, non-judgmental, strength-based, collaborative space for clients to be heard and understood. We use a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approach to address client's personal unique needs while honouring their lived experiences. Our counsellors have a wide range of skills & knowledge and provide individual, couple and family counselling to adolescents and adults that may be struggling.
I am dedicated to guiding youth, adults, couples, and families towards harmony and a better quality of life. Drawing from 23 years of expertise, I have supported numerous individuals and couples through challenging life transitions including divorce, addiction, trauma, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and anxiety. My specialized focus extends to providing compassionate assistance to families and individuals navigating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Incorporating proven methods such as EMDR, DBT, and CBT into my therapy approach I create an individualized approach.
I am dedicated to guiding youth, adults, couples, and families towards harmony and a better quality of life. Drawing from 23 years of expertise, I have supported numerous individuals and couples through challenging life transitions including divorce, addiction, trauma, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and anxiety. My specialized focus extends to providing compassionate assistance to families and individuals navigating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Incorporating proven methods such as EMDR, DBT, and CBT into my therapy approach I create an individualized approach.
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Divorce Counsellors
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 behavioural, 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 behavioural 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.