Divorce Therapists in Delaware, ON

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Tracey Lipp
Registered Social Worker, BSW, honours, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Delaware, ON N0L
I am a clinical social work therapist and have had the opportunity of working with people for over 30 years. Supporting you through life's challenges such as loss, grief, transitions, conflict or any struggle is a privilege. I offer you a safe and nurturing space to meet your therapeutic goals.
I am a clinical social work therapist and have had the opportunity of working with people for over 30 years. Supporting you through life's challenges such as loss, grief, transitions, conflict or any struggle is a privilege. I offer you a safe and nurturing space to meet your therapeutic goals.
(226) 840-6258 View (226) 840-6258
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Phaedra Panazzola
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, MSc
Verified Verified
Delaware, ON N0L
Have you noticed that you are not enjoying life like you use to? Whether that be in the bedroom, in your relationship, or in your day-to-day interactions. You may feel overwhelmed, hopeless, or down. You may feel like you are not good enough, or you’re not doing enough to keep your romantic relationship afloat. Overall, you just feel that something is not quite right, but are not sure what to do about it.
Have you noticed that you are not enjoying life like you use to? Whether that be in the bedroom, in your relationship, or in your day-to-day interactions. You may feel overwhelmed, hopeless, or down. You may feel like you are not good enough, or you’re not doing enough to keep your romantic relationship afloat. Overall, you just feel that something is not quite right, but are not sure what to do about it.
(226) 243-0845 View (226) 243-0845
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James Das
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Delaware, ON N0L
I am accepting new clients! Life often unfolds with unexpected moments that can feel overwhelming, leaving us wondering how to navigate them. The daily habits we fall into can become burdens, weighing us down. If you've ever found yourself saying things like, "I'm stuck, and I don't know what to do" or, "I don't know how I can make it through this," I want you to know that you are not alone. I know first-hand that therapy can be intimidating. Opening up and sharing your experiences and beliefs with someone you've just met can feel like a daunting task. I want to encourage you, even if therapy feels challenging, it will be worth it.
I am accepting new clients! Life often unfolds with unexpected moments that can feel overwhelming, leaving us wondering how to navigate them. The daily habits we fall into can become burdens, weighing us down. If you've ever found yourself saying things like, "I'm stuck, and I don't know what to do" or, "I don't know how I can make it through this," I want you to know that you are not alone. I know first-hand that therapy can be intimidating. Opening up and sharing your experiences and beliefs with someone you've just met can feel like a daunting task. I want to encourage you, even if therapy feels challenging, it will be worth it.
(226) 640-5322 View (226) 640-5322

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Nima Abbaspour
Registered Psychotherapist, RP(Q MA
Verified Verified
St Thomas, ON N5R  (Online Only)
I support folks through transitions, grief, divorce, pandemic consequences, BIPOC, religious or immigrant experiences, Neurodiversity (Autism and ADHD), anxiety and more.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, grief? Did you grow up in a family that couldn't offer you emotional support due to immigration issues, substance abuse or other factors? Sometimes you feel lost, confused, that you don't belong? Perhaps your religious background was a factor in your feeling alone, lost or shameful and you feel also the weight of your BIPOC experience. You worked hard, and succeeded in many areas but still feel challenged by life and relationships. You may also be neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD). If that's you, I have the training and experience to help you.
I support folks through transitions, grief, divorce, pandemic consequences, BIPOC, religious or immigrant experiences, Neurodiversity (Autism and ADHD), anxiety and more.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, grief? Did you grow up in a family that couldn't offer you emotional support due to immigration issues, substance abuse or other factors? Sometimes you feel lost, confused, that you don't belong? Perhaps your religious background was a factor in your feeling alone, lost or shameful and you feel also the weight of your BIPOC experience. You worked hard, and succeeded in many areas but still feel challenged by life and relationships. You may also be neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD). If that's you, I have the training and experience to help you.
(226) 640-4852 View (226) 640-4852
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Brianna Ramsay - CLM Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Komoka, ON N0L  (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals of all ages, helping them navigate various life situations, including relationship issues, separation/ divorce, mental health (trauma, depression, anxiety), addictions, parenting support, adjusting to parenthood, loss, grief, and bereavement, as well as support with setting healthy boundaries to protect ourselves.
Shame dies when stories are told in safe spaces... and that is exactly what I'm hoping to offer my clients; A safe and supportive space for people to talk about those hard things, working through interpersonal struggles and relationships, and finding ways to thrive when it feels like life is overwhelming, or not what you were expecting. I have a friendly, relaxed style and offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space to connect. I see it as a privilege to hear about your most personal struggles, and to support you through your growth and healing journey. I am currently only seeing clients virtually.
I have experience working with individuals of all ages, helping them navigate various life situations, including relationship issues, separation/ divorce, mental health (trauma, depression, anxiety), addictions, parenting support, adjusting to parenthood, loss, grief, and bereavement, as well as support with setting healthy boundaries to protect ourselves.
Shame dies when stories are told in safe spaces... and that is exactly what I'm hoping to offer my clients; A safe and supportive space for people to talk about those hard things, working through interpersonal struggles and relationships, and finding ways to thrive when it feels like life is overwhelming, or not what you were expecting. I have a friendly, relaxed style and offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space to connect. I see it as a privilege to hear about your most personal struggles, and to support you through your growth and healing journey. I am currently only seeing clients virtually.
(226) 256-8431 View (226) 256-8431
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TMK Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Registered Social Worker, BSW(H), MSW, RSW, CHyp
Verified Verified
St Thomas, ON N5R
I counsel individual adults & couples for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, OCD, trauma, workplace stress, divorce, self-esteem, eating disorders, addictions & more mental health issues.
Anxiety? Depression? Overwhelmed? Trauma? I empower individuals & couples to overcome personal issues & stressful life events by providing hope, support & therapeutic guidance using clinically proven interventions. I'm a Psychotherapist/Registered Social Worker with 20 yrs. experience who provides mental health counselling & psychotherapy. Unhealthy relationships, poor coping skills & negative life experiences can contribute to both emotional & physical distress. Hence, I offer various therapies tailored specifically to the client. Telephone, online counselling & Life Coaching as well as in-person is available. TMKCounselling.com
I counsel individual adults & couples for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, OCD, trauma, workplace stress, divorce, self-esteem, eating disorders, addictions & more mental health issues.
Anxiety? Depression? Overwhelmed? Trauma? I empower individuals & couples to overcome personal issues & stressful life events by providing hope, support & therapeutic guidance using clinically proven interventions. I'm a Psychotherapist/Registered Social Worker with 20 yrs. experience who provides mental health counselling & psychotherapy. Unhealthy relationships, poor coping skills & negative life experiences can contribute to both emotional & physical distress. Hence, I offer various therapies tailored specifically to the client. Telephone, online counselling & Life Coaching as well as in-person is available. TMKCounselling.com
(226) 406-5131 View (226) 406-5131
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Vicky Loranger
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, LLB
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P
I'm available in person and online, including evenings and Saturdays (alternate weeks) to help you navigate the stressful and challenging situations you're facing Whether you're dealing with divorce, high conflict coparenting, self-esteem, anxiety, personal or parenting issues, don't struggle alone.
I became passionate about social work after practicing family law for many years and watching the court system fail parents and children experiencing separation and divorce. I have since completed my MSW to focus on therapeutic and collaborative co-parenting work, mediation, and help individuals navigate high-conflict separation and divorce, and healthy parenting post- divorce. I also enjoy helping individuals with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, academic and career issues. Moreover, I have experience in supporting parents with their children’s learning disabilities, school, and issues with peers.
I'm available in person and online, including evenings and Saturdays (alternate weeks) to help you navigate the stressful and challenging situations you're facing Whether you're dealing with divorce, high conflict coparenting, self-esteem, anxiety, personal or parenting issues, don't struggle alone.
I became passionate about social work after practicing family law for many years and watching the court system fail parents and children experiencing separation and divorce. I have since completed my MSW to focus on therapeutic and collaborative co-parenting work, mediation, and help individuals navigate high-conflict separation and divorce, and healthy parenting post- divorce. I also enjoy helping individuals with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, academic and career issues. Moreover, I have experience in supporting parents with their children’s learning disabilities, school, and issues with peers.
(226) 457-1799 View (226) 457-1799
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Jenna Hill
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P  (Online Only)
As a therapist specializing in high-conflict separation, parenting coordination, mediation, co-parenting counselling, parental alienation, Family Reunification Therapy, and custody access evaluations and assessments, I've worked with hundreds of families who have struggled through the separation process to become successful co-parents. I also work with individuals or groups who have to deal with high conflict people (You know the ones. The ones who really should be in therapy but won't go. Chaos everywhere.) or relationships to develop better coping and conflict resolution skills, as well as those with ADHD or late diagnosed ASD.
As a therapist specializing in high-conflict separation, parenting coordination, mediation, co-parenting counselling, parental alienation, Family Reunification Therapy, and custody access evaluations and assessments, I've worked with hundreds of families who have struggled through the separation process to become successful co-parents. I also work with individuals or groups who have to deal with high conflict people (You know the ones. The ones who really should be in therapy but won't go. Chaos everywhere.) or relationships to develop better coping and conflict resolution skills, as well as those with ADHD or late diagnosed ASD.
(226) 455-4036 View (226) 455-4036
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Steve Didham
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P
As a Social Worker, I provide a safe space for individuals to open up about their challenges, utilizing a variety of therapeutic strategies and interventions to help elevate people's lives so they can have better opportunities to live an authentic and fulfilling life. My lived experiences are incorporated into my clinical work to support others in connecting “head to heart” in challenging and dismantling the many social constructs people often feel they need to uphold. As you begin to lean into the vulnerability of speaking your truth, the awakening journey begins.
As a Social Worker, I provide a safe space for individuals to open up about their challenges, utilizing a variety of therapeutic strategies and interventions to help elevate people's lives so they can have better opportunities to live an authentic and fulfilling life. My lived experiences are incorporated into my clinical work to support others in connecting “head to heart” in challenging and dismantling the many social constructs people often feel they need to uphold. As you begin to lean into the vulnerability of speaking your truth, the awakening journey begins.
(226) 406-8959 View (226) 406-8959
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Amanda Hindley, RN Psychotherapist
Psychiatric Nurse, RN, BScN
Verified Verified
St Thomas, ON N5R
Everyone has worse days, and it is okay not to know what to do or how to make a change in your life. I am here to help you find the light when you feel stuck in darkness. Like a light post, I will help guide you with compassion, non-judgment, and care to a place where your pain is transformed into peace. I have been working with people in the most difficult times of their lives for 15 years. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, your relationship, your sex life/ intimacy, peers/parents, your health, your body, trauma, substance or behavioral addictions, I am here to help you create change in the direction you want.
Everyone has worse days, and it is okay not to know what to do or how to make a change in your life. I am here to help you find the light when you feel stuck in darkness. Like a light post, I will help guide you with compassion, non-judgment, and care to a place where your pain is transformed into peace. I have been working with people in the most difficult times of their lives for 15 years. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, your relationship, your sex life/ intimacy, peers/parents, your health, your body, trauma, substance or behavioral addictions, I am here to help you create change in the direction you want.
(226) 770-4102 View (226) 770-4102
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Scholastica Asahchop - S A Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
St Thomas, ON N5P
Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained and not sure of what to do? You are not alone because most people experience psychological issues from time to time in life and need help in resolving these challenges. Seeking professional help is pertinent in attaining and maintaining optimal mental health. I utilize both long-term and brief interventions approach to meet clients’ unique needs. I perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to clients' needs. I work from a strength based, trauma informed framework, evidence-based practices and committed to an anti-oppressive approach.
Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained and not sure of what to do? You are not alone because most people experience psychological issues from time to time in life and need help in resolving these challenges. Seeking professional help is pertinent in attaining and maintaining optimal mental health. I utilize both long-term and brief interventions approach to meet clients’ unique needs. I perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans tailored to clients' needs. I work from a strength based, trauma informed framework, evidence-based practices and committed to an anti-oppressive approach.
(877) 959-3274 View (877) 959-3274
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John E. Montgomery
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RMFT-S, MFT
Verified Verified
St Thomas, ON N5P  (Online Only)
Counselling supports clients understanding themselves and their relationships. It's an important step. An unbiased and open listener helps to create a better understanding of oneself and the dilemma one faces. Couples counselling supports an understanding concerning values, beliefs and emotions moving toward mutual support of necessary attachment needs and hopes.
Counselling supports clients understanding themselves and their relationships. It's an important step. An unbiased and open listener helps to create a better understanding of oneself and the dilemma one faces. Couples counselling supports an understanding concerning values, beliefs and emotions moving toward mutual support of necessary attachment needs and hopes.
(226) 455-8343 View (226) 455-8343
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Daniel Young (Psychotherapy For You Canada)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5R  (Online Only)
I am a Registered Social Worker specializing in online counselling for individual men, women, couples and families. I am dedicated to providing high-quality therapeutic care to my clients utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities including talk therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy,acceptance and Commitment Therapy,Solution Focused Brief Therapy and other evidence-based approaches.I am passionate about helping people and have dedicated my career to improve client mental health and overall well-being. I understand that life can be challenging and sometimes we all need a little extra
I am a Registered Social Worker specializing in online counselling for individual men, women, couples and families. I am dedicated to providing high-quality therapeutic care to my clients utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities including talk therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy,acceptance and Commitment Therapy,Solution Focused Brief Therapy and other evidence-based approaches.I am passionate about helping people and have dedicated my career to improve client mental health and overall well-being. I understand that life can be challenging and sometimes we all need a little extra
(226) 840-0632 View (226) 840-0632
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Megan Dryfhout
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P
You’re getting calls from the school about your child. If he even makes it to school. Your sweet little baby is almost unrecognizable. She hates herself, she hates you, and you’re an idiot for trying to help. He spends most of his time in his room glued to the phone or ignoring you. You can’t figure out what’s going on, you're frustrated, tired, and at a loss as a parent as to how to help. I get it. Parenting is hard sometimes. If your child or adolescent is struggling with issues around peer relationships, anxiety, depression, school, parental separation, gender identity, ADHD, and other types of neurodiversity, I can help.
You’re getting calls from the school about your child. If he even makes it to school. Your sweet little baby is almost unrecognizable. She hates herself, she hates you, and you’re an idiot for trying to help. He spends most of his time in his room glued to the phone or ignoring you. You can’t figure out what’s going on, you're frustrated, tired, and at a loss as a parent as to how to help. I get it. Parenting is hard sometimes. If your child or adolescent is struggling with issues around peer relationships, anxiety, depression, school, parental separation, gender identity, ADHD, and other types of neurodiversity, I can help.
(226) 779-3749 View (226) 779-3749
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Ivana Marjanovic
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
Verified Verified
St Thomas, ON N5P  (Online Only)
As most of my current clients, you are likely experiencing intrusive memories, avoidance, and negative thoughts about yourself and other people. You may be experiencing ongoing negative emotions of fear, blame, guilt, anger, and/or shame. Additionally, you may be easily frightened, have trouble sleeping and concentrating, and you may be engaging in substance abuse, isolating, and emotional eating. If you have identified with some or all these symptoms you have likely experienced a traumatic event(s). As a trauma-informed therapist, I employ EMDR Therapy to process traumatic events and to heal old emotional wounds.
As most of my current clients, you are likely experiencing intrusive memories, avoidance, and negative thoughts about yourself and other people. You may be experiencing ongoing negative emotions of fear, blame, guilt, anger, and/or shame. Additionally, you may be easily frightened, have trouble sleeping and concentrating, and you may be engaging in substance abuse, isolating, and emotional eating. If you have identified with some or all these symptoms you have likely experienced a traumatic event(s). As a trauma-informed therapist, I employ EMDR Therapy to process traumatic events and to heal old emotional wounds.
(226) 640-0788 View (226) 640-0788
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Bridget DeMarchi
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
St Thomas, ON N5R
Choosing a therapist, is about finding your person. There is a "goodness of fit" in terms of style, personality, humour etc. that is an integral part of building a therapeutic alliance. That should be coupled with excellence in one's education and supplemental training as the expression, "Jack of all trades, master of none" exists for a reason. My expertise is trauma recovery grounded in creating a felt sense of safety, connection & attunement. We journey together. Trauma does not define you or your worth. If you reach out, I will reach back. Honour your own worth, even in the process of finding your therapist person, don't settle.
Choosing a therapist, is about finding your person. There is a "goodness of fit" in terms of style, personality, humour etc. that is an integral part of building a therapeutic alliance. That should be coupled with excellence in one's education and supplemental training as the expression, "Jack of all trades, master of none" exists for a reason. My expertise is trauma recovery grounded in creating a felt sense of safety, connection & attunement. We journey together. Trauma does not define you or your worth. If you reach out, I will reach back. Honour your own worth, even in the process of finding your therapist person, don't settle.
(226) 455-6863 View (226) 455-6863
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Jordan- London Trauma Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MPA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P
You’re tired of feeling like life is something you’re just getting through—each day a battle with anxiety, overwhelm, and the weight of past trauma. You want real change. You want to wake up feeling lighter, with more peace and less stress. You want relationships that lift you up, not ones that drain and wear you down. Most of all, you want to feel whole again, like the version of yourself that you know is in there but has been buried under all the pain. As a seasoned trauma therapist, I deeply understand the depth of your pain and your desire to heal.
You’re tired of feeling like life is something you’re just getting through—each day a battle with anxiety, overwhelm, and the weight of past trauma. You want real change. You want to wake up feeling lighter, with more peace and less stress. You want relationships that lift you up, not ones that drain and wear you down. Most of all, you want to feel whole again, like the version of yourself that you know is in there but has been buried under all the pain. As a seasoned trauma therapist, I deeply understand the depth of your pain and your desire to heal.
(226) 641-6635 View (226) 641-6635
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Melissa Watson
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
Shedden, ON N0L
Accepting New Clients! Melissa, a dedicated Registered MSW with over 17 years of experience in child protection services, is branching out to offer counseling, coaching, and consulting services tailored to your needs. Her focus is on providing positive, goal-oriented therapy, helping you navigate new roles and life changes with ease
Accepting New Clients! Melissa, a dedicated Registered MSW with over 17 years of experience in child protection services, is branching out to offer counseling, coaching, and consulting services tailored to your needs. Her focus is on providing positive, goal-oriented therapy, helping you navigate new roles and life changes with ease
(226) 457-6974 View (226) 457-6974
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London Centre for Trauma Therapy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, RP-Q, RP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5R
The LCTT is an award-winning psychotherapy clinic. We understand your pain- depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelm. We know you're tired of living the same old story, that you want to move on from the past but don't know how. When your parenting, relationships and happiness are all suffering, you need change and you need help. It is so frustrating when you wonder, "what is wrong with me?!" or- you know what's wrong, but have no idea how to change. Maybe the ways you have tried before have failed you, or only lasted a little while. Take a breath- you're in the right spot and we are going to help you transform.
The LCTT is an award-winning psychotherapy clinic. We understand your pain- depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelm. We know you're tired of living the same old story, that you want to move on from the past but don't know how. When your parenting, relationships and happiness are all suffering, you need change and you need help. It is so frustrating when you wonder, "what is wrong with me?!" or- you know what's wrong, but have no idea how to change. Maybe the ways you have tried before have failed you, or only lasted a little while. Take a breath- you're in the right spot and we are going to help you transform.
(226) 400-3856 View (226) 400-3856
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Nevena Culum-Jankovic
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
St Thomas, ON N5P
Being a parent today is tougher than ever. With changing dynamics, overwhelming responsibilities, and the constant pressure of modern life, it’s no wonder many families feel out of sync. If you’re feeling like you’re on autopilot, you’re not alone. I’m a social worker with 14 years of experience working with children and families, and I can relate to these challenges not only from my professional background but also as a parent myself. I understand the unique struggles you face, from your child's relationship with technology to the evolving role of friendships in their lives.
Being a parent today is tougher than ever. With changing dynamics, overwhelming responsibilities, and the constant pressure of modern life, it’s no wonder many families feel out of sync. If you’re feeling like you’re on autopilot, you’re not alone. I’m a social worker with 14 years of experience working with children and families, and I can relate to these challenges not only from my professional background but also as a parent myself. I understand the unique struggles you face, from your child's relationship with technology to the evolving role of friendships in their lives.
(226) 212-7182 View (226) 212-7182

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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.