Divorce Therapists in Jacksonville Beach, FL

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Stacey Myers
Pre-Licensed Professional, JD
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
I offer a judgment-free zone to confidentially discuss your needs and challenges, specializing within the context of separation, divorce, and transitions to two-home environments.
Looking to reduce the stress and anxiety associated with life choices/changes? I believe one person can break a cycle of conflict by changing their own thoughts and behavior. My goal is to help you control the conflict in your life so you can achieve peace. I have extensive experience working with children, parents, and families in difficult situations that often involve allegations of domestic violence and parental alienation. My dual qualifications as an attorney and mental health professional give me unique perspective and insight into dysfunctional family dynamics.
I offer a judgment-free zone to confidentially discuss your needs and challenges, specializing within the context of separation, divorce, and transitions to two-home environments.
Looking to reduce the stress and anxiety associated with life choices/changes? I believe one person can break a cycle of conflict by changing their own thoughts and behavior. My goal is to help you control the conflict in your life so you can achieve peace. I have extensive experience working with children, parents, and families in difficult situations that often involve allegations of domestic violence and parental alienation. My dual qualifications as an attorney and mental health professional give me unique perspective and insight into dysfunctional family dynamics.
(904) 699-1190 View (904) 699-1190
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All Seasons Counseling Mediation & Family Cnsltg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCS-C, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Our office focuses on guiding clients through life issues, whether it's workplace issues, relationship issues, divorce/custody (mediation/supervised visitation), probate issues, testing/evaluation services, life adjustment issues, ADHD, mood disorders, & other life matters.
Our practice is accepting new clients for SC, FL, NC, & TN! If your marriage, relationship, or overall life needs to be revitalized, we're here to help. Family court mediation services (divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered. Specialties- psychological evaluations, CALOCUS, family/marriage counseling, pre-marital counseling, individual counseling, ADHD diagnosis, relationship issues, workplace issues, life adjustment issues, court mandated therapy, & supervised visitation/exchanges (SC & NC). We accept most insurances, Medicaid & self-pay clients.
Our office focuses on guiding clients through life issues, whether it's workplace issues, relationship issues, divorce/custody (mediation/supervised visitation), probate issues, testing/evaluation services, life adjustment issues, ADHD, mood disorders, & other life matters.
Our practice is accepting new clients for SC, FL, NC, & TN! If your marriage, relationship, or overall life needs to be revitalized, we're here to help. Family court mediation services (divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered. Specialties- psychological evaluations, CALOCUS, family/marriage counseling, pre-marital counseling, individual counseling, ADHD diagnosis, relationship issues, workplace issues, life adjustment issues, court mandated therapy, & supervised visitation/exchanges (SC & NC). We accept most insurances, Medicaid & self-pay clients.
(803) 721-2889 View (803) 721-2889
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Deborah Anthony, LMHC
Counselor, MACP, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
If you are dealing with the challenges of midlife such as navigating an empty nest, redefining your marital relationship, redefining yourself on your own terms as you heal from a difficult relationship, navigating divorce and midlife dating, wanting to take a deep dive into mental blocks, or dealing with any major life changes where you begin to question who you are, you will find a safe space to heal and shift into the new person you are becoming. And regardless of your age, if authenticity and resolution of trauma on a deep level are important to you, then we will be a good fit. I look forward to working with you.
If you are dealing with the challenges of midlife such as navigating an empty nest, redefining your marital relationship, redefining yourself on your own terms as you heal from a difficult relationship, navigating divorce and midlife dating, wanting to take a deep dive into mental blocks, or dealing with any major life changes where you begin to question who you are, you will find a safe space to heal and shift into the new person you are becoming. And regardless of your age, if authenticity and resolution of trauma on a deep level are important to you, then we will be a good fit. I look forward to working with you.
(904) 423-8062 View (904) 423-8062
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Tracye A Polson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Using a contemporary psychodynamically-oriented approach, I work with those struggling with relationship and family issues, parenting difficulties, divorce, trauma, unresolved grief, loss, anxiety and depression, among other issues.
I think as human beings we want to feel seen, heard, appreciated, respected, loved, and valued. I believe most of us want to make a difference in the lives of those around us, our loved ones, friends and community. Making a difference and enjoying healthy and gratifying relationships and contributing to one's community can take many forms but they all involve relationships. If you find yourself feeling deeply unhappy, confused and dissatisfied in any of your relationships, I'd like to learn more about you and what you are seeking in your life and in your relationships.
Using a contemporary psychodynamically-oriented approach, I work with those struggling with relationship and family issues, parenting difficulties, divorce, trauma, unresolved grief, loss, anxiety and depression, among other issues.
I think as human beings we want to feel seen, heard, appreciated, respected, loved, and valued. I believe most of us want to make a difference in the lives of those around us, our loved ones, friends and community. Making a difference and enjoying healthy and gratifying relationships and contributing to one's community can take many forms but they all involve relationships. If you find yourself feeling deeply unhappy, confused and dissatisfied in any of your relationships, I'd like to learn more about you and what you are seeking in your life and in your relationships.
(904) 567-6947 View (904) 567-6947
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Katie Winham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MSSW, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
I specialize in helping couples improve communication and closeness, recover from affairs and come back from the brink of divorce.
Sometimes we feel stuck in a personal or professional lives or overwhelmed by aspects of our lives. Our relationships too can feel stagnant at times, or sometimes worse, full of conflict and distance. My goal is to work with each person to find practical solutions to helping them get through difficult times in their relationships and lives. We all want to feel understood and close to those we care about the most. I focus on improving life in the here and now and realizing your life's possibilities. I am honored to work with clients on healing places of pain in their past or present using deep forms of therapy.
I specialize in helping couples improve communication and closeness, recover from affairs and come back from the brink of divorce.
Sometimes we feel stuck in a personal or professional lives or overwhelmed by aspects of our lives. Our relationships too can feel stagnant at times, or sometimes worse, full of conflict and distance. My goal is to work with each person to find practical solutions to helping them get through difficult times in their relationships and lives. We all want to feel understood and close to those we care about the most. I focus on improving life in the here and now and realizing your life's possibilities. I am honored to work with clients on healing places of pain in their past or present using deep forms of therapy.
(904) 337-6694 View (904) 337-6694
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Mitzy K Neel Galer
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
I'm here to help you become the best version of you emotionally, physically, spiritually, and socially. I'm able to provide you with resources, referrals, individual, couple, group and family therapy sessions in order help you to achieve your goals in a positive, accepting and safe environment. I work with tweens, teenagers and adults of all ages, races, genders and sexual orientations struggling with various life stressors/issues. Some of these include academics, occupation, family conflict, social relationships, gender confusion and identity, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, parenting, addictions, poor body- image, disordered eating patterns, and eating disorders.
I'm here to help you become the best version of you emotionally, physically, spiritually, and socially. I'm able to provide you with resources, referrals, individual, couple, group and family therapy sessions in order help you to achieve your goals in a positive, accepting and safe environment. I work with tweens, teenagers and adults of all ages, races, genders and sexual orientations struggling with various life stressors/issues. Some of these include academics, occupation, family conflict, social relationships, gender confusion and identity, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, parenting, addictions, poor body- image, disordered eating patterns, and eating disorders.
(904) 748-2925 View (904) 748-2925
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Lauren Capitini
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Specialty areas include: relationship and family issues, infertility, infidelity, divorce, pre-marital counseling, women's issues, anxiety and depression, change of life, self-empowerment, career counseling, and co-dependency.
Life is full of moments where opportunity meets change. My desire is to better help you in embracing these opportunities for growth through proper support, encouragement, and skill building to help you achieve a happier, more balanced life. I'm a licensed mental health counselor and founder of Therapy By Design Professional Counseling Services. In counseling I work primarily with young adults and older, providing therapy for individuals, couples and families; utilizing many therapeutic approaches carefully designed to meet each individuals needs. My greatest joy is helping others move towards unlocking their greatest potential of self.
Specialty areas include: relationship and family issues, infertility, infidelity, divorce, pre-marital counseling, women's issues, anxiety and depression, change of life, self-empowerment, career counseling, and co-dependency.
Life is full of moments where opportunity meets change. My desire is to better help you in embracing these opportunities for growth through proper support, encouragement, and skill building to help you achieve a happier, more balanced life. I'm a licensed mental health counselor and founder of Therapy By Design Professional Counseling Services. In counseling I work primarily with young adults and older, providing therapy for individuals, couples and families; utilizing many therapeutic approaches carefully designed to meet each individuals needs. My greatest joy is helping others move towards unlocking their greatest potential of self.
(904) 572-4685 View (904) 572-4685
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Annelie McCrorie Welch, LCSW, BCB, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCB
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Behavioral issues, Communication problems, anxiety, depression, PTSD, traumas, fears/phobias, social anxiety, stress-related illnesses, adjustment to life changes (divorce/losses/illness), OCD, performance anxiety, low self-esteem, poor boundaries of self respect, learning challenges, poor time management, healthy lifestyling, attachment issues, bonding, adoption/foster care, parenting, individual/marital/couples/family/group counseling, team building.
Counseling and behavioral health services for you and those you love.
Behavioral issues, Communication problems, anxiety, depression, PTSD, traumas, fears/phobias, social anxiety, stress-related illnesses, adjustment to life changes (divorce/losses/illness), OCD, performance anxiety, low self-esteem, poor boundaries of self respect, learning challenges, poor time management, healthy lifestyling, attachment issues, bonding, adoption/foster care, parenting, individual/marital/couples/family/group counseling, team building.
Counseling and behavioral health services for you and those you love.
(904) 513-9431 View (904) 513-9431
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Jax Beach Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Welcome. I'm Melissa Dionne, and my specialty is treating children, teens, couples, and families. While every client is unique, the challenges couples and families face are often similar: from parenting a toddler or a teen (all separate challenges), the day-to-day stressors, school issues, depression, anxiety, infidelity, or contemplating divorce to name just a few. My approach is holistic while utilizing research-based techniques. Remember the decision to enter therapy shows strength. It empowers you to make choices, to find peace and happiness in your life. To learn more visit my website: jaxbchcounseling.com.
Welcome. I'm Melissa Dionne, and my specialty is treating children, teens, couples, and families. While every client is unique, the challenges couples and families face are often similar: from parenting a toddler or a teen (all separate challenges), the day-to-day stressors, school issues, depression, anxiety, infidelity, or contemplating divorce to name just a few. My approach is holistic while utilizing research-based techniques. Remember the decision to enter therapy shows strength. It empowers you to make choices, to find peace and happiness in your life. To learn more visit my website: jaxbchcounseling.com.
(904) 877-4911 View (904) 877-4911
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Jennifer Wolford
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Hello! I am passionate about the work I do helping children (ages 6+), adolescents, adults, and families find hope, peace, and healing in their lives. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, social phobia, grief, adjustment disorders, divorce-related issues, and post-abortion issues. I employ an eclectic mix of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and child-centered family systems. I also frequently provide psychological testing to children and adults to evaluate emotional, personality, and behavioral concerns, as well as educational testing to assess learning problems, attention deficits, behavioral disturbances, developmental delays, and giftedness.
Hello! I am passionate about the work I do helping children (ages 6+), adolescents, adults, and families find hope, peace, and healing in their lives. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, social phobia, grief, adjustment disorders, divorce-related issues, and post-abortion issues. I employ an eclectic mix of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and child-centered family systems. I also frequently provide psychological testing to children and adults to evaluate emotional, personality, and behavioral concerns, as well as educational testing to assess learning problems, attention deficits, behavioral disturbances, developmental delays, and giftedness.
(904) 423-8680 x114 View (904) 423-8680 x114
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Mary Southwick-Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Are you struggling with a difficult marriage, parenting issues, post divorce problems or other trying family situations? Are you having difficulty in the role of caregiver to an elderly parent or relative? Relationships can be difficult. I can help you decrease your anxious worry and gain the skills to improve communication patterns that are ineffective.
Are you struggling with a difficult marriage, parenting issues, post divorce problems or other trying family situations? Are you having difficulty in the role of caregiver to an elderly parent or relative? Relationships can be difficult. I can help you decrease your anxious worry and gain the skills to improve communication patterns that are ineffective.
(904) 343-7668 View (904) 343-7668
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Rachel S. Weinstein
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LLC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Yesterday is but today's memory, and tomorrow is today's dream- Khalil Gibran. Are you ready to create and live your own story? The one written by you. It's empowering to become the navigator of our own lives. Only then are we truly present. Through exploring the impact of our past, we strengthen our current attachments. Whether you are struggling with relationships, pre marital, post divorce, parenting, grief/loss, work stress, anxiety or depression, we will work together to create a nurturing space to explore these issues. My practice is strength based and trauma informed. My clients describe me as being straightforward and kind.
Yesterday is but today's memory, and tomorrow is today's dream- Khalil Gibran. Are you ready to create and live your own story? The one written by you. It's empowering to become the navigator of our own lives. Only then are we truly present. Through exploring the impact of our past, we strengthen our current attachments. Whether you are struggling with relationships, pre marital, post divorce, parenting, grief/loss, work stress, anxiety or depression, we will work together to create a nurturing space to explore these issues. My practice is strength based and trauma informed. My clients describe me as being straightforward and kind.
(904) 395-4173 View (904) 395-4173
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Barbara Dulaney Bishop
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
For more than 30 years I have had the privilege of offering guidance to individuals, couples and families who want to make responsible changes in their lives. Whether you are experiencing anxiety * depression * marital stress * divorce * grief * illness * trauma * substance abuse * difficult parent-child relationships; we will work as a team to deal with sources of problems and design strategies for healthier approaches. Our goal is to transform distress and challenges into valuable life lessons. In addition, I was the first licensed mental health professional in NE Florida to teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes.
For more than 30 years I have had the privilege of offering guidance to individuals, couples and families who want to make responsible changes in their lives. Whether you are experiencing anxiety * depression * marital stress * divorce * grief * illness * trauma * substance abuse * difficult parent-child relationships; we will work as a team to deal with sources of problems and design strategies for healthier approaches. Our goal is to transform distress and challenges into valuable life lessons. In addition, I was the first licensed mental health professional in NE Florida to teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes.
(904) 647-1694 View (904) 647-1694
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Macy Grim
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
As both a therapist and professor at the University of North Florida, I specialize in young children and parenting. I help families facilitate a healthy, loving relationship with each other while helping children learn how to feel, process, and communicate feelings. This leads to more connection and understanding of themselves and others. As a parenting and play therapist specialist, I work with children of divorce, anger, tantrums, trauma, sibling rivalry, anxiety, depression, academic difficulties, and self esteem issues.
As both a therapist and professor at the University of North Florida, I specialize in young children and parenting. I help families facilitate a healthy, loving relationship with each other while helping children learn how to feel, process, and communicate feelings. This leads to more connection and understanding of themselves and others. As a parenting and play therapist specialist, I work with children of divorce, anger, tantrums, trauma, sibling rivalry, anxiety, depression, academic difficulties, and self esteem issues.
(904) 736-7734 View (904) 736-7734
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Wendy McLoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Conflict arises in any and all relationships in our lives at different points. Knowing how to manage those conflicts can be the difference between finding peace or distress. Whether the problems are with your partner, parents, child, or friend, knowing how to manage our relationships can only benefit us. Something brought you here. Which is it?
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Conflict arises in any and all relationships in our lives at different points. Knowing how to manage those conflicts can be the difference between finding peace or distress. Whether the problems are with your partner, parents, child, or friend, knowing how to manage our relationships can only benefit us. Something brought you here. Which is it?
(904) 906-3721 View (904) 906-3721
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Eddie Figueroa
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CSAC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
I have over 22 years as a counselor in the addiction field! I have worked successfully with youth and adults in Residential and Correctional Facilities and with MAT. I am bilingual, which opens the doors to the Spanish Community.
I have over 22 years as a counselor in the addiction field! I have worked successfully with youth and adults in Residential and Correctional Facilities and with MAT. I am bilingual, which opens the doors to the Spanish Community.
(904) 606-1761 View (904) 606-1761
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Syma Khan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
The best gift you can give yourself and your loved ones is your own healing. At some point, we all are challenged by psychological stress and overwhelming life events. A lack of support, unhealed trauma, or emotional wounds can bring on strong feelings of anger, irritability, anxiety, depression, or mood swings. It may seem difficult to reach out for help, but counseling and therapy can play a beneficial role by providing insight and self-awareness. At Thriving Minds, you will get professional and personalized care for successful long-term recovery.
The best gift you can give yourself and your loved ones is your own healing. At some point, we all are challenged by psychological stress and overwhelming life events. A lack of support, unhealed trauma, or emotional wounds can bring on strong feelings of anger, irritability, anxiety, depression, or mood swings. It may seem difficult to reach out for help, but counseling and therapy can play a beneficial role by providing insight and self-awareness. At Thriving Minds, you will get professional and personalized care for successful long-term recovery.
(904) 409-3933 View (904) 409-3933
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Judi Howard
Counselor, LMHC, CMHC, EMDR, SSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Hello. I have provided therapy to individuals, children, and couples since 1990. Currently, I enjoy providing therapy to adults with various concerns including anxiety, depression, grief/loss and trauma. I take an integrative approach to therapy, combining techniques and strategies designed to promote the positive outcomes and goals that clients seek. This includes teaching relaxation and stress reduction techniques that clients can use in their everyday life. I rely on my training and experience along with the client's unique concerns, to determine how best to approach the situation.
Hello. I have provided therapy to individuals, children, and couples since 1990. Currently, I enjoy providing therapy to adults with various concerns including anxiety, depression, grief/loss and trauma. I take an integrative approach to therapy, combining techniques and strategies designed to promote the positive outcomes and goals that clients seek. This includes teaching relaxation and stress reduction techniques that clients can use in their everyday life. I rely on my training and experience along with the client's unique concerns, to determine how best to approach the situation.
(904) 297-2037 View (904) 297-2037
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Nicole Sweet-McIntire
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have been practicing for the last 5 years. It is one of my greatest honors to be able to walk alongside people as they heal from life’s past challenges, navigate life’s current stressors and work to become the best version of themselves. It is my belief that we all desire to feel seen, heard and understood, because of this I like to take a collaborative approach to treatment and tailor our time together to your specific needs and goals. My hope for therapy is to provide safe space for you to feel empowered to make lasting and sustainable change.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have been practicing for the last 5 years. It is one of my greatest honors to be able to walk alongside people as they heal from life’s past challenges, navigate life’s current stressors and work to become the best version of themselves. It is my belief that we all desire to feel seen, heard and understood, because of this I like to take a collaborative approach to treatment and tailor our time together to your specific needs and goals. My hope for therapy is to provide safe space for you to feel empowered to make lasting and sustainable change.
(904) 872-8652 View (904) 872-8652
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Rebecca Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Transitions in life can be extremely difficult. Do you find that you are second-guessing yourself and your choices? Would you like a neutral third party to help you process and facilitate your ability to make healthy boundaries with those around you? I specialize in women's issues in regards to new moms and transitions in parenting. I enjoy working with strong-willed children and teens while helping their family support them. Because of my passion for these populations, I provide weekend hours to work with my clients' busy schedules. I believe in creating a safe place for each client to unload and work through emotional issues.
Transitions in life can be extremely difficult. Do you find that you are second-guessing yourself and your choices? Would you like a neutral third party to help you process and facilitate your ability to make healthy boundaries with those around you? I specialize in women's issues in regards to new moms and transitions in parenting. I enjoy working with strong-willed children and teens while helping their family support them. Because of my passion for these populations, I provide weekend hours to work with my clients' busy schedules. I believe in creating a safe place for each client to unload and work through emotional issues.
(904) 606-8765 View (904) 606-8765
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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.