This group is appropriate for someone dissolving a domestic partnership or long-term relationship/co-habitatio n who needs support. Benefits may include: Exploring the psychological origins and multigenerational impact of divorce; Identifying positive vs. maladaptive relationship patterns and communication; Learning positive co-parenting ...
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Hosted by Manya Bahraini
Counselor, JD, CDR, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60625
This group is appropriate for someone dissolving a domestic partnership or long-term relationship/co-habitatio n who needs support. Benefits may include: Exploring the psychological origins and multigenerational impact of divorce; Identifying positive vs. maladaptive relationship patterns and communication; Learning positive co-parenting ...
Dr. Schreier is a clinical and forensic psychologist. She is an author, speaker, media contributor, & professor. She is board-certified in clinical psychology and a fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Psychology. Web: http://drschreier.com and http://drdaniela.com. Twitter @doctordaniela
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Hosted by Daniela Schreier
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60602
Dr. Schreier is a clinical and forensic psychologist. She is an author, speaker, media contributor, & professor. She is board-certified in clinical psychology and a fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Psychology. Web: http://drschreier.com and http://drdaniela.com. Twitter @doctordaniela
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Hosted by Rob Gellman, MS, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60643
Ready to Love is a 6 week group for Single and/or newly dating women who have previously experienced emotional abuse and are now seeking to recognize and engage in healthy love.
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Hosted by Make A Way Psychology
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60653
Ready to Love is a 6 week group for Single and/or newly dating women who have previously experienced emotional abuse and are now seeking to recognize and engage in healthy love.
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Hosted by Jean Tzou
Psychologist, PhD, LCP, APIT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60601
Hybrid in-person and virtual support group for women healing from infidelity by a loved one or partner
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Hosted by Gabrielle Carlwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chicago, IL 60618
Hybrid in-person and virtual support group for women healing from infidelity by a loved one or partner
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Divorce Support Groups
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.