Divorce Therapists in Chandler, AZ

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Resolutions
Counselor, MA, MBA, LPC, CM
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85224
SATURDAY AND EVENING APPOINTMENTS. I specialize in Couples Counseling, Dating Coaching, Divorce Mediation and Parent/Teen/Family Relationship, as well as Anxiety Disorders and Life Coaching. My therapy practice measures results for improvement in your life - helping you reach your goals whether they are relational, professional or financial. Let's look at all aspects of your relationship or your life and construct a more successful version to achieve your desired result - A Happier Marriage, A Civil Divorce, Better Communication with your Teen, More Dating Options, Improved Budgeting and Financial Success with your Home or Business, A Healthier Workplace
SATURDAY AND EVENING APPOINTMENTS. I specialize in Couples Counseling, Dating Coaching, Divorce Mediation and Parent/Teen/Family Relationship, as well as Anxiety Disorders and Life Coaching. My therapy practice measures results for improvement in your life - helping you reach your goals whether they are relational, professional or financial. Let's look at all aspects of your relationship or your life and construct a more successful version to achieve your desired result - A Happier Marriage, A Civil Divorce, Better Communication with your Teen, More Dating Options, Improved Budgeting and Financial Success with your Home or Business, A Healthier Workplace
(480) 409-0248 View (480) 409-0248
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Elaine Collins
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85226
Child Centered Divorce Coaching.
Are you struggling to communicate with your partner without arguing or breaking down? Are you feeling more disconnected or distant? Do you have trust issues from infidelity, finances, or dishonesty? Are you being challenged to rebuild the foundation for your relationship? Are you experiencing differences in priorities and values that are leading to conflict and tension in your relationship?
Child Centered Divorce Coaching.
Are you struggling to communicate with your partner without arguing or breaking down? Are you feeling more disconnected or distant? Do you have trust issues from infidelity, finances, or dishonesty? Are you being challenged to rebuild the foundation for your relationship? Are you experiencing differences in priorities and values that are leading to conflict and tension in your relationship?
(480) 498-0233 View (480) 498-0233
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Lisa M. Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, MPA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85224
My desire is to support couples in every aspect of their relationship: premarital, married, divorce, coparenting, remarriage, blended families and all the relationship issues in between.
Infidelity, conflict, communication problems, lack of intimacy? I can help. I am devoted to strengthening couples through helping restore connections, create new healthy interactions, and develop safe and secure bonds. I create a safe, non-judgmental place to work through many of life's challenges. My approach to the struggles within a couples relationships is to identify the negative cycle that keeps couples from connecting, understanding their attachment needs, and expressing their emotions. I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy and Gottman Method to improve relationships, develop stronger connections and meaningful communication.
My desire is to support couples in every aspect of their relationship: premarital, married, divorce, coparenting, remarriage, blended families and all the relationship issues in between.
Infidelity, conflict, communication problems, lack of intimacy? I can help. I am devoted to strengthening couples through helping restore connections, create new healthy interactions, and develop safe and secure bonds. I create a safe, non-judgmental place to work through many of life's challenges. My approach to the struggles within a couples relationships is to identify the negative cycle that keeps couples from connecting, understanding their attachment needs, and expressing their emotions. I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy and Gottman Method to improve relationships, develop stronger connections and meaningful communication.
(480) 526-5799 View (480) 526-5799
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Karla Lynn Milloy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
Karla specializes in working with individuals, families, children-teens, couples, and couples seeking mediation during a divorce, and Christian counseling.
Practice has immediate openings for clients for in person or Telehealth. My associate, Giselle Ortiz Howard, who is bilingual and is offering telehealth. Please see her link attached below. As a therapist, "I am dedicated to helping my client's work through their issues and uncover what is the best solution for their individual needs. Change is rarely without difficulty and not always welcome, but most people who come to therapy are coming for that reason. They want their lives to feel more fulfilled but they need guidance, encouragement and understanding to complete this sometimes painful task."
Karla specializes in working with individuals, families, children-teens, couples, and couples seeking mediation during a divorce, and Christian counseling.
Practice has immediate openings for clients for in person or Telehealth. My associate, Giselle Ortiz Howard, who is bilingual and is offering telehealth. Please see her link attached below. As a therapist, "I am dedicated to helping my client's work through their issues and uncover what is the best solution for their individual needs. Change is rarely without difficulty and not always welcome, but most people who come to therapy are coming for that reason. They want their lives to feel more fulfilled but they need guidance, encouragement and understanding to complete this sometimes painful task."
(480) 725-2130 View (480) 725-2130
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Jeff Krehl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
Some couples issues I can help with include poor communication, breaks in trust, sexual problems,"distance" between partners, and contemplating separation or divorce.
I provide a safe, comfortable and laid back environment for therapy. While you won't find any cascading waterfalls or healing rocks in my office, you will find a calm place to do the hard work of change. I will work with you in an effort to get you in an out of therapy as quickly as possible. Your first couple sessions will involve us getting familiar with each other, working together to complete a comprehensive assessment, and beginning to develop the goals for your treatment. From there, our work together will be driven by you and guided by me.
Some couples issues I can help with include poor communication, breaks in trust, sexual problems,"distance" between partners, and contemplating separation or divorce.
I provide a safe, comfortable and laid back environment for therapy. While you won't find any cascading waterfalls or healing rocks in my office, you will find a calm place to do the hard work of change. I will work with you in an effort to get you in an out of therapy as quickly as possible. Your first couple sessions will involve us getting familiar with each other, working together to complete a comprehensive assessment, and beginning to develop the goals for your treatment. From there, our work together will be driven by you and guided by me.
(480) 568-5130 View (480) 568-5130
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Devon Hageman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85248
Areas of specialization include: marital/relationship difficulties (such as divorce, break-ups, conflict), individual struggles (such as anxiety, depression, work and/or academic concerns), and parenting/child behavior problems (such as oppositional-defiant, aggression, compliance, school performance).
Accepting New Clients - I enjoy working with people who are motivated to change, but just need some direction in how to make those changes a reality. I work best with people who appreciate an action-oriented approach. This means we will collaboratively identify which intermediate steps need to be taken to achieve your overall treatment goals.
Areas of specialization include: marital/relationship difficulties (such as divorce, break-ups, conflict), individual struggles (such as anxiety, depression, work and/or academic concerns), and parenting/child behavior problems (such as oppositional-defiant, aggression, compliance, school performance).
Accepting New Clients - I enjoy working with people who are motivated to change, but just need some direction in how to make those changes a reality. I work best with people who appreciate an action-oriented approach. This means we will collaboratively identify which intermediate steps need to be taken to achieve your overall treatment goals.
(480) 351-6468 View (480) 351-6468
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Sharon Von Lentz
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85225
Hello, I am Dr Sharon. I have 35 years of experience in helping people live happier lives. I would like to help you reach your goals in life. I can help reduce your anxiety, and depression, improve your relationship, or change careers. Let's get started! I work with people who have anxiety disorders, depression, relationship problems, ADHD, insomnia, job stressors, career change, divorce, veterans, military, and Christians, I decided to be a psychologist when I was 15 years old because everyone around me told me their problems. I realized that it was "my calling."
Hello, I am Dr Sharon. I have 35 years of experience in helping people live happier lives. I would like to help you reach your goals in life. I can help reduce your anxiety, and depression, improve your relationship, or change careers. Let's get started! I work with people who have anxiety disorders, depression, relationship problems, ADHD, insomnia, job stressors, career change, divorce, veterans, military, and Christians, I decided to be a psychologist when I was 15 years old because everyone around me told me their problems. I realized that it was "my calling."
(928) 833-5443 View (928) 833-5443
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Valerie Southwick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
Trauma is a normal life experience often associated with major life transitions: death, divorce, retirement, blending families.
Connection is the most basic human need. Our survival is dependent on whether or not we have someone we can turn to when we are most vulnerable. We experience disconnection as: death, divorce, conflict, betrayal, loneliness. I can guide you on your journey of securing satisfying and nurturing relationships or strengthening and rebuilding existing relationships . I have experience working with sexual & intimacy issues, sex addiction, pornography and affair recovery. I can help you repair and reconnect with whomever matters the most in your life or find and create new lasting, healthy relationships. I help individuals and couples find greater happiness improve their lives.
Trauma is a normal life experience often associated with major life transitions: death, divorce, retirement, blending families.
Connection is the most basic human need. Our survival is dependent on whether or not we have someone we can turn to when we are most vulnerable. We experience disconnection as: death, divorce, conflict, betrayal, loneliness. I can guide you on your journey of securing satisfying and nurturing relationships or strengthening and rebuilding existing relationships . I have experience working with sexual & intimacy issues, sex addiction, pornography and affair recovery. I can help you repair and reconnect with whomever matters the most in your life or find and create new lasting, healthy relationships. I help individuals and couples find greater happiness improve their lives.
(480) 739-3788 View (480) 739-3788
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Britt Brennan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85226
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with Individuals, Couples and Families; specializing in Marital/Couple and Family Therapy. I have post graduate training in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy. I bring a genuine compassion and understanding to the therapeutic process that I believe supports optimal healing and growth. In addition to various relationship challenges and struggles, my clinical focus also includes working with: Separation/ Divorce/ Divorce Reaction within the individual/couple/family, Parenting/Co-parenting Issues, Blended Family Issues, Parent/Child Relationships, Children & Adolescents, Anxiety & Depression, and Self Esteem Issues.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with Individuals, Couples and Families; specializing in Marital/Couple and Family Therapy. I have post graduate training in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy. I bring a genuine compassion and understanding to the therapeutic process that I believe supports optimal healing and growth. In addition to various relationship challenges and struggles, my clinical focus also includes working with: Separation/ Divorce/ Divorce Reaction within the individual/couple/family, Parenting/Co-parenting Issues, Blended Family Issues, Parent/Child Relationships, Children & Adolescents, Anxiety & Depression, and Self Esteem Issues.
(480) 269-9739 View (480) 269-9739
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Janice Motoike
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85248
From this perspective, I specialize in life transitions (including divorce and other losses), relationship and identity concerns, women's issues, as well as stress management with individual clients (no couples).
I believe that "mental wellness" is a holistic perspective that includes mind, body, and spirit, when a person can feel satisfaction and enjoy life regardless of their current situation. Through psychotherapy I support the process of exploration, growth, and change so that a person can use their strengths and resources to challenge life situations or challenges. I draw from multiple theoretical orientations and view therapy as a collaboration where the client is actively engaged in the process in healing and becoming whole. I believe that internal change engenders external change.
From this perspective, I specialize in life transitions (including divorce and other losses), relationship and identity concerns, women's issues, as well as stress management with individual clients (no couples).
I believe that "mental wellness" is a holistic perspective that includes mind, body, and spirit, when a person can feel satisfaction and enjoy life regardless of their current situation. Through psychotherapy I support the process of exploration, growth, and change so that a person can use their strengths and resources to challenge life situations or challenges. I draw from multiple theoretical orientations and view therapy as a collaboration where the client is actively engaged in the process in healing and becoming whole. I believe that internal change engenders external change.
(480) 568-1915 View (480) 568-1915
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William L. Bradley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85224
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the Phoenix area for the last 30 years. I have a complete knowledge of the resources within the community. My experience includes work with troubled teens in a variety of contexts. I have 15 years experience as a provider for the courts providing mediation, counseling, therapeutic supervision and evaluations for families in the transitions of divorce. I am also a skilled relationship and marital therapist. I specialize in men's issues. I have also had extensive experience in anger management, depression and anxiety disorders.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the Phoenix area for the last 30 years. I have a complete knowledge of the resources within the community. My experience includes work with troubled teens in a variety of contexts. I have 15 years experience as a provider for the courts providing mediation, counseling, therapeutic supervision and evaluations for families in the transitions of divorce. I am also a skilled relationship and marital therapist. I specialize in men's issues. I have also had extensive experience in anger management, depression and anxiety disorders.
(480) 921-3711 View (480) 921-3711
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Kim Romen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85249
You said you would never stay with someone who cheated. You can’t believe he did this. It's like a nightmare. You are considering divorce but you want to believe him and deep down you want to get through this if it’s possible. You thought you knew him. Could it be possible he loves you like he says he does when he hurt you like this? Did he even consider you? It’s embarrassing to bring this up to anyone. You wonder if people will judge you if you stay and will they ever be able to see him in the same light if you tell people and are able to work it out? You have already talked for hours and don't know how you can get through this.
You said you would never stay with someone who cheated. You can’t believe he did this. It's like a nightmare. You are considering divorce but you want to believe him and deep down you want to get through this if it’s possible. You thought you knew him. Could it be possible he loves you like he says he does when he hurt you like this? Did he even consider you? It’s embarrassing to bring this up to anyone. You wonder if people will judge you if you stay and will they ever be able to see him in the same light if you tell people and are able to work it out? You have already talked for hours and don't know how you can get through this.
(520) 999-2307 View (520) 999-2307
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Tackle Health, LLC
MA, MBA, PhD, BHP
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85249  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We use various treatment modalities such as: Trauma Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Somatic Therapy and more! With specialties in Marriage and Family Counseling and Divorce & Co-parenting, we're here to help.
Have you been struggling in your marriage? Do you find yourself feeling anxious about things? Are you having difficulty coping with your day-to-day life? If you’ve answered yes to any of the above questions, then you’re in the right place! Here at Tackle Health, our mission is to help you find peace and clarity so you don't have to tackle your mental health alone. We have therapist and life coaches ready to support you in this very important time in your life.
We use various treatment modalities such as: Trauma Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Somatic Therapy and more! With specialties in Marriage and Family Counseling and Divorce & Co-parenting, we're here to help.
Have you been struggling in your marriage? Do you find yourself feeling anxious about things? Are you having difficulty coping with your day-to-day life? If you’ve answered yes to any of the above questions, then you’re in the right place! Here at Tackle Health, our mission is to help you find peace and clarity so you don't have to tackle your mental health alone. We have therapist and life coaches ready to support you in this very important time in your life.
(520) 210-5276 View (520) 210-5276
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Karen Hawk
Psychologist, PsyD, LAC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85249
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR COUPLES AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. Thank you for believing you deserve to feel better! I have extensive experience and training in trauma, family conflict, infidelity, intimacy and communication difficulties, anxiety, depression, substance use, porn addiction, pre-teen and teen challenges, “midlife crisis,” loneliness, fear of abandonment, and rejection, co-parenting, pre-and-post divorce difficulties, grief, ethnic and cultural diversity, and the effects of narcissism in relationships. I hope to instill confidence and agency in survivors of abuse so they can live happy lives!
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR COUPLES AND INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. Thank you for believing you deserve to feel better! I have extensive experience and training in trauma, family conflict, infidelity, intimacy and communication difficulties, anxiety, depression, substance use, porn addiction, pre-teen and teen challenges, “midlife crisis,” loneliness, fear of abandonment, and rejection, co-parenting, pre-and-post divorce difficulties, grief, ethnic and cultural diversity, and the effects of narcissism in relationships. I hope to instill confidence and agency in survivors of abuse so they can live happy lives!
(480) 771-9905 View (480) 771-9905
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Mellissa Perry Hill
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85224
I enjoy using my education and expertise to help individuals and families feel more joy and peace in their lives. Clients who are marginalized and facing the challenges presented by the society in which we live are a priority of mine to support. I enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community, support black lives, and have lived experience in transitions of faith from high demand religion in relation to existential crisis's and development. Women's issues, parenting, and family systems. Couples going through various transitions as well as those dealing with divorce. I view each of these issues through the lens of trauma.
I enjoy using my education and expertise to help individuals and families feel more joy and peace in their lives. Clients who are marginalized and facing the challenges presented by the society in which we live are a priority of mine to support. I enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community, support black lives, and have lived experience in transitions of faith from high demand religion in relation to existential crisis's and development. Women's issues, parenting, and family systems. Couples going through various transitions as well as those dealing with divorce. I view each of these issues through the lens of trauma.
(480) 745-1061 View (480) 745-1061
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Find Freedom Coaching w/Dr Sharon Johnson Williams
PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85224  (Online Only)
We've tackled issues such as disappoint singleness, loneliness, relationships, parenting, step-parenting, divorce, remarriage and grief.
Life‘s unexpected twists and turns can often make our journey feel lonely and empty. Sometimes we need someone to take the journey with us. To hear us out. And to encourage us in taking the steps we know we need to take. Someone who will be there to walk us through to finding freedom in whatever our circumstances may be.
We've tackled issues such as disappoint singleness, loneliness, relationships, parenting, step-parenting, divorce, remarriage and grief.
Life‘s unexpected twists and turns can often make our journey feel lonely and empty. Sometimes we need someone to take the journey with us. To hear us out. And to encourage us in taking the steps we know we need to take. Someone who will be there to walk us through to finding freedom in whatever our circumstances may be.
(623) 294-8974 View (623) 294-8974
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Roxanna Teeling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MAS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85286
Roxanna Teeling has over a decade of experience with dual master's degrees. She uses trauma informed methods such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, Sand Tray, and Psychoanalysis. Specializing in individual, couples, women's issues, depression, and anxiety. Roxanna offers psychotherapy with compassion and care In order to create a more happy, fulfilling life. Working with people to overcome unnecessary attachments, change neural networks, and cope with daily symptoms experienced as feelings of depression, anxiety, and other disorders is her passion. She also has a women's group, a men's group, and an Eckhart Tolle group, both in person and online.
Roxanna Teeling has over a decade of experience with dual master's degrees. She uses trauma informed methods such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, Sand Tray, and Psychoanalysis. Specializing in individual, couples, women's issues, depression, and anxiety. Roxanna offers psychotherapy with compassion and care In order to create a more happy, fulfilling life. Working with people to overcome unnecessary attachments, change neural networks, and cope with daily symptoms experienced as feelings of depression, anxiety, and other disorders is her passion. She also has a women's group, a men's group, and an Eckhart Tolle group, both in person and online.
(480) 568-2494 View (480) 568-2494
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Charise Schwertfeger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85224
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working with individuals and families in the community for over 11 years. I offer individual adult therapy for people wanting to change their life for the better. I believe that having a strong therapeutic relationship with your therapist exponentially increases your likelihood for change.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working with individuals and families in the community for over 11 years. I offer individual adult therapy for people wanting to change their life for the better. I believe that having a strong therapeutic relationship with your therapist exponentially increases your likelihood for change.
(602) 730-6779 View (602) 730-6779
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Kris Dunlap
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85226
Accepting new clients - The current situations in the world can make us feel lonely, heartbroken, or like giving up. This can be a very hopeless and dark place for many of us. Feelings of sadness can create emotions that we can't see an end to, or way out of. You might not have anyone that you think will understand or "get it", so giving up or living in isolation is the easiest solution, however, there are positive ways to cope and find the light at the end of the tunnel. We all need a way to overcome the storms in our lives, and feel peaceful in order to live the best life we can.
Accepting new clients - The current situations in the world can make us feel lonely, heartbroken, or like giving up. This can be a very hopeless and dark place for many of us. Feelings of sadness can create emotions that we can't see an end to, or way out of. You might not have anyone that you think will understand or "get it", so giving up or living in isolation is the easiest solution, however, there are positive ways to cope and find the light at the end of the tunnel. We all need a way to overcome the storms in our lives, and feel peaceful in order to live the best life we can.
(520) 346-7259 View (520) 346-7259
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Nannette Lemons
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85286
Life is messy! Usually you can manage what life sends your way effectively, but sometimes you need a skilled professional to help you navigate more difficult, intense, or overwhelming situations. My goal is to build a safe, collaborative, non-judgmental environment to help you find solutions to your problems. I work with couples and adult individuals dealing with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, transitional issues, infidelity, and problems with communication.
Life is messy! Usually you can manage what life sends your way effectively, but sometimes you need a skilled professional to help you navigate more difficult, intense, or overwhelming situations. My goal is to build a safe, collaborative, non-judgmental environment to help you find solutions to your problems. I work with couples and adult individuals dealing with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, transitional issues, infidelity, and problems with communication.
(480) 725-3187 View (480) 725-3187
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.