Divorce Therapists in Gilbert, AZ

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Jodi Patton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85295
Stress Management, Work Changes, Life Transitions, Divorce, Parenting, Self Esteem issues, Relationship troubles, and Behavior Management.
Jodi is a therapist for mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Stress Management, Work Changes, Life Transitions, Divorce, Parenting, Self Esteem issues, Relationship troubles, and Behavior Management.
Jodi is a therapist for mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
(928) 325-2452 View (928) 325-2452
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Jared Crouse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85295
My areas of focus include helping with sexual maladaptive behaviors, pornography, substance addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioral issues, divorce, family conflict, grief, loss, and communication.
I specialize in adolescent and adult sexual maladaptive behaviors (including sexual/pornography addiction). I also have experience in working with those who suffer from depression, anxiety and trauma. I earned my Masters Degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. I have been in the behavioral health field for over 17 years. I began my career working with juveniles in residential treatment centers beginning in 1999 with A New Leaf, and eventually the U-Turn Foundation. While working with the U-Turn Foundation, I also provided outpatient counseling for at-risk youth in the Arizona Juvenile Superior Court system.
My areas of focus include helping with sexual maladaptive behaviors, pornography, substance addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioral issues, divorce, family conflict, grief, loss, and communication.
I specialize in adolescent and adult sexual maladaptive behaviors (including sexual/pornography addiction). I also have experience in working with those who suffer from depression, anxiety and trauma. I earned my Masters Degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. I have been in the behavioral health field for over 17 years. I began my career working with juveniles in residential treatment centers beginning in 1999 with A New Leaf, and eventually the U-Turn Foundation. While working with the U-Turn Foundation, I also provided outpatient counseling for at-risk youth in the Arizona Juvenile Superior Court system.
(480) 300-1926 View (480) 300-1926
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Jacqueline Paige Babcock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Accepting New Clients! Life can be hard! Stress, anxiety, anger or trauma, I am here to help! Life can be stressful, overwhelming and just hard! I work with clients going through strenuous times in life, relationships, relationship-injuries, past traumas, divorce and personal stress/difficulties related to life transitions. We can all have healthier relationships and deeper connections in life- We deserve this! If you are looking to increase self-esteem, self-worth or have healthier relationships please reach out! I specialize in processing hurt, managing stress or anxiety and healing trauma to have a healthier future.
Accepting New Clients! Life can be hard! Stress, anxiety, anger or trauma, I am here to help! Life can be stressful, overwhelming and just hard! I work with clients going through strenuous times in life, relationships, relationship-injuries, past traumas, divorce and personal stress/difficulties related to life transitions. We can all have healthier relationships and deeper connections in life- We deserve this! If you are looking to increase self-esteem, self-worth or have healthier relationships please reach out! I specialize in processing hurt, managing stress or anxiety and healing trauma to have a healthier future.
(480) 400-0627 View (480) 400-0627
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Ivory Rose Coaching - Shoshana Hanson
CSMC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85297
I specialize in stress management coaching in the areas of divorce transition, marriage and family, carreer path, general stress and anxiety, relationships, infertility and is LGBTQ friendly.
Ivory Rose Coaching ~ A time to destress and take your life back. I've been coaching clients for personal empowerment over 12 years and am a certified stress management coach. My unique and caring approach uses IMT (introspective meditative techniques) giving clients a sense of calm and inner strength in each session. With my help clients find answers to personal struggles quickly and easily in a very non-judmental supportive environment. Clients learn stress reducing techniques to gain insight to personal issues while promoting deep relaxation to manage situational and daily stress.
I specialize in stress management coaching in the areas of divorce transition, marriage and family, carreer path, general stress and anxiety, relationships, infertility and is LGBTQ friendly.
Ivory Rose Coaching ~ A time to destress and take your life back. I've been coaching clients for personal empowerment over 12 years and am a certified stress management coach. My unique and caring approach uses IMT (introspective meditative techniques) giving clients a sense of calm and inner strength in each session. With my help clients find answers to personal struggles quickly and easily in a very non-judmental supportive environment. Clients learn stress reducing techniques to gain insight to personal issues while promoting deep relaxation to manage situational and daily stress.
(480) 470-7685 View (480) 470-7685
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Kerry Draney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Kerry feels honored to support adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, women’s issues, and the challenges of adjustment and life changes including becoming new parents, seasons of life, and divorce/separation. She also welcomes parenting concerns and couples wanting to improve their relationship.
Kerry feels honored to support adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, women’s issues, and the challenges of adjustment and life changes including becoming new parents, seasons of life, and divorce/separation. She also welcomes parenting concerns and couples wanting to improve their relationship.
(480) 637-2076 View (480) 637-2076
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Nick Puchalski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
Ignoring these issues can spill over into other areas of life, impacting your well-being and potentially leading to separation or divorce.
Are you feeling lost or disconnected in your relationship? Communication problems, trust issues from infidelity, constant arguing, or emotional distance can make any relationship feel tough. Many couples face these challenges, but the usual therapy options can sometimes feel too clinical or impersonal. Imagine creating a partnership where you feel safe, connected, and truly understood. Therapy should help you reconnect, rediscover your love, and improve every aspect of your relationship, from intimacy to managing finances, parenting, and more.
Ignoring these issues can spill over into other areas of life, impacting your well-being and potentially leading to separation or divorce.
Are you feeling lost or disconnected in your relationship? Communication problems, trust issues from infidelity, constant arguing, or emotional distance can make any relationship feel tough. Many couples face these challenges, but the usual therapy options can sometimes feel too clinical or impersonal. Imagine creating a partnership where you feel safe, connected, and truly understood. Therapy should help you reconnect, rediscover your love, and improve every aspect of your relationship, from intimacy to managing finances, parenting, and more.
(480) 447-9449 View (480) 447-9449
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Nancy Ann Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
The unique challenges of divorce and coparenting and also after divorce care of reunification and trauma with divorce.
I work with a broad area of care including: Divorce, co-parenting and reunification. understanding the needs of children and family after divorce and adjusting to a new life. I also work with the unique needs of families with special needs kids, siblings and caregivers. I also have a passion for Religious trauma and the adjustment to a new life post faith changes. I have a passion for teaching boundaries and why they are important in our life and family system.
The unique challenges of divorce and coparenting and also after divorce care of reunification and trauma with divorce.
I work with a broad area of care including: Divorce, co-parenting and reunification. understanding the needs of children and family after divorce and adjusting to a new life. I also work with the unique needs of families with special needs kids, siblings and caregivers. I also have a passion for Religious trauma and the adjustment to a new life post faith changes. I have a passion for teaching boundaries and why they are important in our life and family system.
(480) 908-8437 View (480) 908-8437
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Billie Moffit Powell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85295
She is also a certified mediator able to assist clients in their quest to reach a fair divorce/separation agreement.
With her many years of experience in working with people in the midst of struggles with past or present trauma, Billie strives to offer hope and healing in the darkest of moments. She has worked extensively with men and women who have suffered abuse in all its various forms, as well as couples and families just trying to navigate the very real stressors of day to day life in community.
She is also a certified mediator able to assist clients in their quest to reach a fair divorce/separation agreement.
With her many years of experience in working with people in the midst of struggles with past or present trauma, Billie strives to offer hope and healing in the darkest of moments. She has worked extensively with men and women who have suffered abuse in all its various forms, as well as couples and families just trying to navigate the very real stressors of day to day life in community.
(602) 975-5019 View (602) 975-5019
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Karen Hawk
Psychologist, PsyD, LAC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85298
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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Aynsley Babinski
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Making the decision to change an aspect of yourself or your circumstances in the world can be a simultaneously rewarding and challenging process. Many people choose to embark on that journey when they are faced with life stressors, a loss, a desire for self-exploration, or major life transition such as pregnancy, death, or divorce. I'm here to walk that path with you right where you are in that journey. There is hope, and with help and support you can find relief.
Making the decision to change an aspect of yourself or your circumstances in the world can be a simultaneously rewarding and challenging process. Many people choose to embark on that journey when they are faced with life stressors, a loss, a desire for self-exploration, or major life transition such as pregnancy, death, or divorce. I'm here to walk that path with you right where you are in that journey. There is hope, and with help and support you can find relief.
(480) 530-5669 View (480) 530-5669
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Janice Motoike
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85296
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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Dr. Tara Rostami
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85298  (Online Only)
I have experience in assisting my patients navigate life stressors, relationship issues/divorce, improve purpose and meaning, depression, anxiety, sleep issues and trauma.
Are you looking to gain control over your thoughts, emotions and behaviors, have meaningful connections, and be the best version of yourself? It's possible! Therapy can help you gain a balanced view of yourself, other people, and the world. I can help you with discovering the patterns of your belief system, enhancing your insight and awareness, and learning coping skills to manage life stressors. My background is in treating veterans & active duty service members, college/grad school students, obesity/weight loss patients, and employees of major corporations who face life stressors that affect their performance and job satisfaction.
I have experience in assisting my patients navigate life stressors, relationship issues/divorce, improve purpose and meaning, depression, anxiety, sleep issues and trauma.
Are you looking to gain control over your thoughts, emotions and behaviors, have meaningful connections, and be the best version of yourself? It's possible! Therapy can help you gain a balanced view of yourself, other people, and the world. I can help you with discovering the patterns of your belief system, enhancing your insight and awareness, and learning coping skills to manage life stressors. My background is in treating veterans & active duty service members, college/grad school students, obesity/weight loss patients, and employees of major corporations who face life stressors that affect their performance and job satisfaction.
(747) 237-4867 View (747) 237-4867
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Kathryn Forsyth
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85297
I specialize in depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship issues and divorce issues.
Hello, I'm Kathryn Forsyth, Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, couples counseling and a wide variety of other issues. I have been in this field for the past 20 years; I invite you to give me a call to see if I can best suit your needs.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, personality disorders, relationship issues and divorce issues.
Hello, I'm Kathryn Forsyth, Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues, couples counseling and a wide variety of other issues. I have been in this field for the past 20 years; I invite you to give me a call to see if I can best suit your needs.
(480) 382-9927 View (480) 382-9927
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Valerie Southwick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85234
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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Lisa M. Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, MPA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85295
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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Eric Schultz
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT, CSAT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85233
I specialize in marriage and family therapy, which includes family and marriage counseling, divorce care, re-marriage, blended family issues, sexual addiction and compulsion, and general mental health.
Through a comprehensive approach, I work with families, couples, and individuals to create safety and security in their relationships. Having the privilege to come alongside this population has increased my passion for working with both adults and children in regard to abuse, shame, and freedom from their respective pasts.
I specialize in marriage and family therapy, which includes family and marriage counseling, divorce care, re-marriage, blended family issues, sexual addiction and compulsion, and general mental health.
Through a comprehensive approach, I work with families, couples, and individuals to create safety and security in their relationships. Having the privilege to come alongside this population has increased my passion for working with both adults and children in regard to abuse, shame, and freedom from their respective pasts.
(623) 428-0204 View (623) 428-0204
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Sandra A Tursini
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85234
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Private Practice, with over 30 years of experience in individual, family, marital, divorce, blended family, child and adolescent counseling, and veteran's issues. During that time, I have developed an understanding of human nature that guides me down the path to best help each individual. I believe that no one gets through life without some adversity and difficulty. I strive to treat each person as a unique individual and reinforce their worth and dignity. My clients range in ages from 2 through adult, including the geriatric group.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Private Practice, with over 30 years of experience in individual, family, marital, divorce, blended family, child and adolescent counseling, and veteran's issues. During that time, I have developed an understanding of human nature that guides me down the path to best help each individual. I believe that no one gets through life without some adversity and difficulty. I strive to treat each person as a unique individual and reinforce their worth and dignity. My clients range in ages from 2 through adult, including the geriatric group.
(480) 508-9447 View (480) 508-9447
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Karla Lynn Milloy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85297
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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Joe Langheim
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CTT
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85234  (Online Only)
My ideal client wants to grow and heal from the past. However, sometimes the past can hold you down. Anxiety, addiction, deep fear, stress, depression, and other unhealthy behaviors can be signs you may be stuck in the past or in a lot of pain. Many of my clients have often experienced events in their lives such as grief and loss, trauma, unhealthy relationships, divorce, neglect, feeling lost and empty, and/or deep rejection. I work very hard to support my clients by challenging them, validating them, and holding them 100% accountable.
My ideal client wants to grow and heal from the past. However, sometimes the past can hold you down. Anxiety, addiction, deep fear, stress, depression, and other unhealthy behaviors can be signs you may be stuck in the past or in a lot of pain. Many of my clients have often experienced events in their lives such as grief and loss, trauma, unhealthy relationships, divorce, neglect, feeling lost and empty, and/or deep rejection. I work very hard to support my clients by challenging them, validating them, and holding them 100% accountable.
(520) 375-3430 View (520) 375-3430
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LifeStream Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85233
Whether it’s divorce, going to college, midlife transition, empty nesters, or the struggles inherent in the life of a teenager, these are times when we need to redefine ourselves or define ourselves for the first time.
What we identify as the problems in our lives are typically symptoms of something deeper that needs attention. If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, mood instability, stress, trauma, or personal relationships, it always comes back to the relationship you have with yourself. Our emotions provide information that helps us gain a better understanding of who we are, and tune us into those things that are out of balance in our lives. For me, therapy is a healing journey intended to increase awareness, restore balance, and guide individuals toward the optimum version of who they can be.
Whether it’s divorce, going to college, midlife transition, empty nesters, or the struggles inherent in the life of a teenager, these are times when we need to redefine ourselves or define ourselves for the first time.
What we identify as the problems in our lives are typically symptoms of something deeper that needs attention. If you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, mood instability, stress, trauma, or personal relationships, it always comes back to the relationship you have with yourself. Our emotions provide information that helps us gain a better understanding of who we are, and tune us into those things that are out of balance in our lives. For me, therapy is a healing journey intended to increase awareness, restore balance, and guide individuals toward the optimum version of who they can be.
(480) 256-9120 View (480) 256-9120
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Divorce Therapists

How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?

Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.

What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?

There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioral, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.

When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?

When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.

How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.