Divorce Therapists in Orcutt, CA

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Ashlyn Lance
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orcutt, CA 93455
Often times they may being going through hardships such as divorce or other pending legal concerns.
Ashlyn Lance is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California (91205). She graduated with her Masters of Science degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from California Lutheran University. She received advanced training in Intimate Partner Violence and Domestic Violence Intervention. Ashlyn has been licensed as an MFT in the state of California since 2015 and has been involved in supervising and collaborating with pre-licensed associates since 2017.
Often times they may being going through hardships such as divorce or other pending legal concerns.
Ashlyn Lance is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California (91205). She graduated with her Masters of Science degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from California Lutheran University. She received advanced training in Intimate Partner Violence and Domestic Violence Intervention. Ashlyn has been licensed as an MFT in the state of California since 2015 and has been involved in supervising and collaborating with pre-licensed associates since 2017.
(619) 391-9838 View (619) 391-9838
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Dr. Candace Bendele
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
Orcutt, CA 93455
I have extensive experience working with children and individuals on issues related to anxiety, depression, relationships, self-esteem, life transitions, anger management, autism, social skills, and custody/ divorce.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, as well as a licensed behavior analyst with a PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis and a Master's degree in Psychology. I have 15 years of experience providing mental health and behavioral health services to adults, teens, families, couples, and children as young as 2 years old, as well as children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and various developmental disabilities. My goal is to help you help yourself and develop a strong sense of self by discovering the root cause of the issue that you are having within a supportive and safe environment.
I have extensive experience working with children and individuals on issues related to anxiety, depression, relationships, self-esteem, life transitions, anger management, autism, social skills, and custody/ divorce.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, as well as a licensed behavior analyst with a PhD in Applied Behavior Analysis and a Master's degree in Psychology. I have 15 years of experience providing mental health and behavioral health services to adults, teens, families, couples, and children as young as 2 years old, as well as children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and various developmental disabilities. My goal is to help you help yourself and develop a strong sense of self by discovering the root cause of the issue that you are having within a supportive and safe environment.
(805) 552-5239 View (805) 552-5239
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Jonathan Gee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orcutt, CA 93455
Now accepting new clients! I believe that every person strives to find meaning and fulfillment in life, and I consider myself privileged to help others walk that journey. As a licensed therapist, I have worked with clients with diverse backgrounds and a range of issues--from relational struggles to severe and persistent mental illness. My treatment approach is collaborative in that I work with you, the expert of your own story, to identify goals, personal strengths, and specific strategies you can employ. My hope is that you will find therapy to be transformative and empowering, giving you tools you can use throughout life.
Now accepting new clients! I believe that every person strives to find meaning and fulfillment in life, and I consider myself privileged to help others walk that journey. As a licensed therapist, I have worked with clients with diverse backgrounds and a range of issues--from relational struggles to severe and persistent mental illness. My treatment approach is collaborative in that I work with you, the expert of your own story, to identify goals, personal strengths, and specific strategies you can employ. My hope is that you will find therapy to be transformative and empowering, giving you tools you can use throughout life.
(805) 920-8953 View (805) 920-8953
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Ruby V. Castaneda
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Orcutt, CA 93455
Life often presents challenges, particularly in times of uncertainty. I firmly believe that each person's unique perspective, influenced by their individual core beliefs and background, significantly shapes how they approach these challenges. Recognizing and respecting the diversity of each client, along with their specific needs, is essential in developing an effective treatment plan. My professional experience includes working with diverse populations, including monolingual Spanish-speaking clients, members of the LGBTQ+ community, women experiencing postpartum depression, and survivors of domestic violence.
Life often presents challenges, particularly in times of uncertainty. I firmly believe that each person's unique perspective, influenced by their individual core beliefs and background, significantly shapes how they approach these challenges. Recognizing and respecting the diversity of each client, along with their specific needs, is essential in developing an effective treatment plan. My professional experience includes working with diverse populations, including monolingual Spanish-speaking clients, members of the LGBTQ+ community, women experiencing postpartum depression, and survivors of domestic violence.
(805) 360-3539 View (805) 360-3539
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Shanti Sanchez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orcutt, CA 93455
Welcome to my profile! My name is Shanti Sanchez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Walnut Creek, California. I offer mental health services to clients throughout the state of California via telehealth. I work with individuals 18 and older and specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and eating disorders, using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and Family Based Treatment for Eating Disorders (FBT). My vocation is to help others and I am excited to offer my supportive services to you.
Welcome to my profile! My name is Shanti Sanchez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Walnut Creek, California. I offer mental health services to clients throughout the state of California via telehealth. I work with individuals 18 and older and specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and eating disorders, using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and Family Based Treatment for Eating Disorders (FBT). My vocation is to help others and I am excited to offer my supportive services to you.
(805) 590-9785 View (805) 590-9785
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Robin Inouye
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orcutt, CA 93455
Hello! My name is Robin Inouye, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with California License 15119. The primary focus of my practice is on treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, including trauma resulting in PTSD, and helping those coping with stressful life transitions, including military lifestyle issues. Although I only treat adults at this time, I have extensive training and expertise in working with children of all ages.
Hello! My name is Robin Inouye, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with California License 15119. The primary focus of my practice is on treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, including trauma resulting in PTSD, and helping those coping with stressful life transitions, including military lifestyle issues. Although I only treat adults at this time, I have extensive training and expertise in working with children of all ages.
(805) 243-3703 View (805) 243-3703
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Eva Sahar Moheban
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orcutt, CA 93455  (Online Only)
Do you desire more empowerment and mastery over your life? Do you intuitively sense you are destined for more, but are plagued by fears and doubts? Are you committed to your growth, but feel stuck in low-moods or trauma spirals? In our work together, we will take an honest inventory of everything that is no longer serving you, such as, old, destructive patterns, false limiting beliefs, and intrusive negative self-talk that unconsciously runs on a loop. My intention is to empower you to make lasting changes and to ultimately help you see yourself through a more honest and loving lens.
Do you desire more empowerment and mastery over your life? Do you intuitively sense you are destined for more, but are plagued by fears and doubts? Are you committed to your growth, but feel stuck in low-moods or trauma spirals? In our work together, we will take an honest inventory of everything that is no longer serving you, such as, old, destructive patterns, false limiting beliefs, and intrusive negative self-talk that unconsciously runs on a loop. My intention is to empower you to make lasting changes and to ultimately help you see yourself through a more honest and loving lens.
(818) 619-3236 View (818) 619-3236
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Dr. Elizabeth Briggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Orcutt, CA 93455
The decision to seek help is the first step in creating the life you have always envisioned. Although difficult and often overwhelming, seeking support for the complexity of life's issues has the power to change your life for the better. My goal is to help you achieve your personal goals and create a life that is worth celebrating. Collaboratively, we will work to uncover unhealthy patterns and explore deep rooted issues that may be preventing you from experiencing a more fulfilling, peaceful, and meaningful life.
The decision to seek help is the first step in creating the life you have always envisioned. Although difficult and often overwhelming, seeking support for the complexity of life's issues has the power to change your life for the better. My goal is to help you achieve your personal goals and create a life that is worth celebrating. Collaboratively, we will work to uncover unhealthy patterns and explore deep rooted issues that may be preventing you from experiencing a more fulfilling, peaceful, and meaningful life.
(805) 261-4592 View (805) 261-4592
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Elizabeth Himsl-Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orcutt, CA 93455
Hi, I'm Beth, my name is Elizabeth Himsl-Elliott, most people call me Beth (she/her). I'm a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I love working with people as they are going through and integrating changes and/or when they want support in understanding and integrating experiences from the past. Understanding the impact of social and environmental systems on our emotional, physical, and spiritual health is important to acknowledge. All backgrounds and orientations are welcome. I provide a safe supportive space for people to increase coping skills, process experiences and emotions, and explore life transitions.
Hi, I'm Beth, my name is Elizabeth Himsl-Elliott, most people call me Beth (she/her). I'm a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I love working with people as they are going through and integrating changes and/or when they want support in understanding and integrating experiences from the past. Understanding the impact of social and environmental systems on our emotional, physical, and spiritual health is important to acknowledge. All backgrounds and orientations are welcome. I provide a safe supportive space for people to increase coping skills, process experiences and emotions, and explore life transitions.
(323) 515-1785 View (323) 515-1785
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Nikole Michelle Layton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orcutt, CA 93455
Are you realizing that being anxious all the time actually isn't normal? Are you painfully aware of everything happening around you? Have you been to therapy before and felt like it was a waste of time? Are you worried that something might be terribly wrong with you and if people actually knew the real you, they wouldn't stick around anymore? Are you tired of the way you treat yourself and how you let other people treat you but are unsure of how to change it? Are you struggling with feeling good enough in your relationships at home or at work?
Are you realizing that being anxious all the time actually isn't normal? Are you painfully aware of everything happening around you? Have you been to therapy before and felt like it was a waste of time? Are you worried that something might be terribly wrong with you and if people actually knew the real you, they wouldn't stick around anymore? Are you tired of the way you treat yourself and how you let other people treat you but are unsure of how to change it? Are you struggling with feeling good enough in your relationships at home or at work?
(805) 303-8002 View (805) 303-8002
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Bridges Therapy Group Of California
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Orcutt, CA 93455  (Online Only)
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
(949) 998-4686 View (949) 998-4686

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Denise A. Seidman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454  (Online Only)
Life at times can be challenging, be that from depression, anxiety, difficult relationships, abuse, aging, work, chronic health problems, co-dependency, low self-esteem, grief, to our own destructive behaviors we can't seem to change. I have experience working with all of these, but helping those going through major life transitions, stress, feeling overwhelmed, and co-parenting after divorce or separation are some of my specialties. I like working with clients who are seeking change and ready to embrace the process of self-exploration and healthy alignment to reduce inner conflict and learn new ways of being in this world.
Life at times can be challenging, be that from depression, anxiety, difficult relationships, abuse, aging, work, chronic health problems, co-dependency, low self-esteem, grief, to our own destructive behaviors we can't seem to change. I have experience working with all of these, but helping those going through major life transitions, stress, feeling overwhelmed, and co-parenting after divorce or separation are some of my specialties. I like working with clients who are seeking change and ready to embrace the process of self-exploration and healthy alignment to reduce inner conflict and learn new ways of being in this world.
(805) 243-2282 View (805) 243-2282
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Christine Tran
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Hello and welcome. I want to acknowledge how brave you are for being here and seeking help. It takes plenty of courage to seek out therapy and it's okay to feel vulnerable at this moment. Whether you are a parent looking to find support for your child or someone whose wanting to start therapy, I offer empathetic support and tools to cope with life's many stressors. I work with children, teens, young adults, and families to help address challenges with chronic stress, anxiety, depression, school/behavioral issues, divorce, and family trauma. My practice honors diversity and offers non-judgmental space for you to feel safe and heard.
Hello and welcome. I want to acknowledge how brave you are for being here and seeking help. It takes plenty of courage to seek out therapy and it's okay to feel vulnerable at this moment. Whether you are a parent looking to find support for your child or someone whose wanting to start therapy, I offer empathetic support and tools to cope with life's many stressors. I work with children, teens, young adults, and families to help address challenges with chronic stress, anxiety, depression, school/behavioral issues, divorce, and family trauma. My practice honors diversity and offers non-judgmental space for you to feel safe and heard.
(805) 429-6440 View (805) 429-6440
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William Shearer
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454  (Online Only)
I am a California licensed psychologist with over four decades of experience. I specialize in anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and relationship issues. Most of my work is with couples and I have had extensive education, training and experience. To date I have worked with over a thousand couples. My work is with relationships that I work with couples, individuals, all ethnicities and cultures, and couples gay and straight. I work with premarital counseling, infidelity, divorce prevention, and couples who simply want more satisfaction in their relationship.
I am a California licensed psychologist with over four decades of experience. I specialize in anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and relationship issues. Most of my work is with couples and I have had extensive education, training and experience. To date I have worked with over a thousand couples. My work is with relationships that I work with couples, individuals, all ethnicities and cultures, and couples gay and straight. I work with premarital counseling, infidelity, divorce prevention, and couples who simply want more satisfaction in their relationship.
(562) 539-2272 View (562) 539-2272
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Vivian Vasquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93455
Hi, I'm Vivian. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 24+ years of experience working as a psychotherapist and a Military Family Life Counselor. My clientele consists of those 18+ years of age. All of my therapy sessions are TeleHealth videos. I am skilled in most areas. However, I prefer to work with clients who are in need of assistance with anger management, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, divorce, domestic violence, career changes, job burnout, and stress. At this time, I do not offer couples counseling or family therapy. I also do not speak Spanish.
Hi, I'm Vivian. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 24+ years of experience working as a psychotherapist and a Military Family Life Counselor. My clientele consists of those 18+ years of age. All of my therapy sessions are TeleHealth videos. I am skilled in most areas. However, I prefer to work with clients who are in need of assistance with anger management, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, divorce, domestic violence, career changes, job burnout, and stress. At this time, I do not offer couples counseling or family therapy. I also do not speak Spanish.
(951) 944-1718 View (951) 944-1718
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Desiree M Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Santa Maria, CA 93454
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, divorce, and relationship issues.
As individuals, we all walk through difficult times, and having someone by our side makes all the difference. I provide a supportive and safe space for you to grow, heal, and work through the areas of your life that you are wanting to address. For over fifteen years I have had the privilege of working with individuals going through some of the most difficult times in their lives. I have witnessed the resiliency of individuals committed to making change. I wholeheartedly believe that we all can overcome, heal, and grow.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, divorce, and relationship issues.
As individuals, we all walk through difficult times, and having someone by our side makes all the difference. I provide a supportive and safe space for you to grow, heal, and work through the areas of your life that you are wanting to address. For over fifteen years I have had the privilege of working with individuals going through some of the most difficult times in their lives. I have witnessed the resiliency of individuals committed to making change. I wholeheartedly believe that we all can overcome, heal, and grow.
(805) 219-7893 View (805) 219-7893
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Susan Farber, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
I specialize in depression, anxiety, drug/alcohol, traumatic brain injury, performance anxiety, dating, parenting & marital conflict, divorce counseling, sport psychology, stroke, caregiver, stress management, Tension Myositis Syndrome, and You can learn more about me at susanfarbermft.
Are you feeling defeated in your life? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues? With over 22 years of experience, I offer a blend of cognitive-behavioral therapy and mind-body modalities to help you feel more empowered in your life. Together, we unwind the beliefs you hold onto that keep you stuck and limited. This allows you to make new choices in all areas of your life, enabling a state of peace, calm, and fulfillment. When you are no longer held back by a limited point of view, you are more flexible, open, and able to make positive changes.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, drug/alcohol, traumatic brain injury, performance anxiety, dating, parenting & marital conflict, divorce counseling, sport psychology, stroke, caregiver, stress management, Tension Myositis Syndrome, and You can learn more about me at susanfarbermft.
Are you feeling defeated in your life? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues? With over 22 years of experience, I offer a blend of cognitive-behavioral therapy and mind-body modalities to help you feel more empowered in your life. Together, we unwind the beliefs you hold onto that keep you stuck and limited. This allows you to make new choices in all areas of your life, enabling a state of peace, calm, and fulfillment. When you are no longer held back by a limited point of view, you are more flexible, open, and able to make positive changes.
(805) 225-9344 View (805) 225-9344
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Elements Counseling Inc.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, MCA, CSC, CCDS, CATIV
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Elements also aid families through divorce mediation, custody, and supervised visitation.
The mission of Elements Counseling is to offer therapy, psychoeducation and support to individuals, families, and youth. Elements help foster healthy behaviors and choices for those referred by our community partners, the judicial system, veteran affairs and through self-referrals. Elements offers youth, families, and individuals’ best practices and evidence-based treatments for those struggling with relationships, substance abuse, mental health, and personal crisis. Elements provides an array of services for the family and the community.
Elements also aid families through divorce mediation, custody, and supervised visitation.
The mission of Elements Counseling is to offer therapy, psychoeducation and support to individuals, families, and youth. Elements help foster healthy behaviors and choices for those referred by our community partners, the judicial system, veteran affairs and through self-referrals. Elements offers youth, families, and individuals’ best practices and evidence-based treatments for those struggling with relationships, substance abuse, mental health, and personal crisis. Elements provides an array of services for the family and the community.
(805) 918-5016 View (805) 918-5016
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Melissa Morales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
My name is Melissa Morales, LCSW, CADC. My goal is to provide a safe and appropriate environment that fosters both acceptance and change utilizing an insight-oriented approach. My clinical expertise includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and substance use disorders (SUD) and have worked in various treatment settings. My areas of focus are in treating adults with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, grief, substance use disorders, and trauma, including abusive/toxic relationships. I also have experience in working with first responders.
My name is Melissa Morales, LCSW, CADC. My goal is to provide a safe and appropriate environment that fosters both acceptance and change utilizing an insight-oriented approach. My clinical expertise includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and substance use disorders (SUD) and have worked in various treatment settings. My areas of focus are in treating adults with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, grief, substance use disorders, and trauma, including abusive/toxic relationships. I also have experience in working with first responders.
(209) 255-5813 View (209) 255-5813
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Rachel Drabecki
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Hi, my name is Rachel Drabecki, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (128153). My approach to therapy is generally very client-centered and collaborative, and I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. As a mainly client-centered and humanistic therapist, I find it helpful to focus on the present. I strive to meet you where you are and to gain a deep understand you. I also often employ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you move through your feelings and circumstances, rather than working around or avoiding them.
Hi, my name is Rachel Drabecki, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (128153). My approach to therapy is generally very client-centered and collaborative, and I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. As a mainly client-centered and humanistic therapist, I find it helpful to focus on the present. I strive to meet you where you are and to gain a deep understand you. I also often employ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help you move through your feelings and circumstances, rather than working around or avoiding them.
(714) 643-8768 View (714) 643-8768

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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.