Divorce Therapists in Dunwoody, GA

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Molly Halbrooks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Does anxiety run your life? Do you struggle to make sense of past hurts, to find meaning in the day to day, or to navigate relationships well? I work with adults who have experienced traumatic events, are facing life transitions such as divorce, new parenting, and career changes; individuals struggling with anxiety; and those who are wanting to make sense of and heal from past experiences.
Does anxiety run your life? Do you struggle to make sense of past hurts, to find meaning in the day to day, or to navigate relationships well? I work with adults who have experienced traumatic events, are facing life transitions such as divorce, new parenting, and career changes; individuals struggling with anxiety; and those who are wanting to make sense of and heal from past experiences.
(704) 397-4742 View (704) 397-4742
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Kim Oppenheimer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
I specialize in divorce adjustment, and have specialized training in child custody evaluations and parent coordination.
I believe that solid, intimate relationships form the basis of a person's well-being and help us define who we are. Our earliest relationships provide the foundation for all others. We often choose partners based either on what we want to replicate or avoid in our families of origin. When problems develop in our closest relationships, we feel out of balance and symptoms, such as anxiety and depression, often occur. I help people understand and change patterns that they learned in old relationships that may be influencing their current ones.
I specialize in divorce adjustment, and have specialized training in child custody evaluations and parent coordination.
I believe that solid, intimate relationships form the basis of a person's well-being and help us define who we are. Our earliest relationships provide the foundation for all others. We often choose partners based either on what we want to replicate or avoid in our families of origin. When problems develop in our closest relationships, we feel out of balance and symptoms, such as anxiety and depression, often occur. I help people understand and change patterns that they learned in old relationships that may be influencing their current ones.
(404) 566-8655 View (404) 566-8655
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Courtney Watson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPD, NCC
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
I have extensive experience in blending and merging families, high conflict divorce cases, and supporting children through trauma and abuse.
I want to provide a space to pause with you so you don't have to feel alone. My goal is to provide a safe space for you to unpack and process your thoughts and feelings, whether it be about a life transition, parenting your child or teen, or blending and merging families. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy and I want to ensure that you feel safe and heard when we are in the same space together. I want you to be comfortable to tell your story so that I can help you build your individual strengths as well as learn effective coping skills to navigate the daily challenges of life.
I have extensive experience in blending and merging families, high conflict divorce cases, and supporting children through trauma and abuse.
I want to provide a space to pause with you so you don't have to feel alone. My goal is to provide a safe space for you to unpack and process your thoughts and feelings, whether it be about a life transition, parenting your child or teen, or blending and merging families. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of therapy and I want to ensure that you feel safe and heard when we are in the same space together. I want you to be comfortable to tell your story so that I can help you build your individual strengths as well as learn effective coping skills to navigate the daily challenges of life.
(470) 684-5316 View (470) 684-5316
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Marnie Ellis Fulton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPRP, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30338
I'm passionate about working collaboratively with all of my clients, especially: clients of all ages with autoimmune, other chronic or potential life-limiting illness; teens/college students and parents with concerns related to academic and/or behavioral issues and in strengthening relationships; clients with mood, anxiety and addiction issues; clients with grief and loss issues and clients contemplating separation and/or divorce. I can objectively mediate a separation or divorce to each parties satisfaction.
I'm passionate about working collaboratively with all of my clients, especially: clients of all ages with autoimmune, other chronic or potential life-limiting illness; teens/college students and parents with concerns related to academic and/or behavioral issues and in strengthening relationships; clients with mood, anxiety and addiction issues; clients with grief and loss issues and clients contemplating separation and/or divorce. I can objectively mediate a separation or divorce to each parties satisfaction.
(404) 643-9889 View (404) 643-9889
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Pamela M. Barnett
Licensed Professional Counselor, Author, HR, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Issues we address: Female Sex/love Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Boundaries, Codependency, Depression, Divorce Recovery, Domestic Violence, Relationship issues, Spiritual Development, Spirituality In Recovery.
At times everyone struggles and feels overwhelmed by challenging events (past or present), confusing feelings, and painful thoughts. It is helpful to have a confidential, objective, and experienced guide to sort through all this. I understand your cares and struggles. Those things that you feel as if you lost in childhood, teen years and even now can be replaced. You can see all things differently, and live the rest of your life with a different perspective, in newness loving yourself like you have never loved yourself before. You are worth it, you deserve it. This is a shared journey toward healing and creating your best life.
Issues we address: Female Sex/love Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Boundaries, Codependency, Depression, Divorce Recovery, Domestic Violence, Relationship issues, Spiritual Development, Spirituality In Recovery.
At times everyone struggles and feels overwhelmed by challenging events (past or present), confusing feelings, and painful thoughts. It is helpful to have a confidential, objective, and experienced guide to sort through all this. I understand your cares and struggles. Those things that you feel as if you lost in childhood, teen years and even now can be replaced. You can see all things differently, and live the rest of your life with a different perspective, in newness loving yourself like you have never loved yourself before. You are worth it, you deserve it. This is a shared journey toward healing and creating your best life.
(678) 245-6115 View (678) 245-6115
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Janette Berne
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30350
My training includes helping you or any family member manage anxiety, trauma recovery ,depression, divorce recovery, and ADHD.
PLEASE NOTE: OFFERING BOTH IN-PERSON AND ONLINE SESSIONS. Therapy is an investment of time, energy and money. When done well, the results can be life-changing. Having had decades of experience working with individuals and families in Atlanta, I'm in a unique position to help you discover and implement the solutions you need. Pulling from a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, I'm able to serve many different clients. I use creative methods to engage clients under 11. Combining experience and specialized training, I can help you work through personal issues and maintain more satisfying family and personal relationships.
My training includes helping you or any family member manage anxiety, trauma recovery ,depression, divorce recovery, and ADHD.
PLEASE NOTE: OFFERING BOTH IN-PERSON AND ONLINE SESSIONS. Therapy is an investment of time, energy and money. When done well, the results can be life-changing. Having had decades of experience working with individuals and families in Atlanta, I'm in a unique position to help you discover and implement the solutions you need. Pulling from a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities, I'm able to serve many different clients. I use creative methods to engage clients under 11. Combining experience and specialized training, I can help you work through personal issues and maintain more satisfying family and personal relationships.
(770) 651-0376 View (770) 651-0376
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Purposely Designed Life Psychotherapy & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, DCC, LPC, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30346
Waitlist for new clients
*Individuals, Couples, Adults, Teens & Children* We are shaped by our experiences and what we believe about them, but we can all be re-shaped by new information, awareness, and insight which helps to change how you view your past experiences, a "want-to" and consistent and deliberate effort. Whether we have experienced the pain of trauma, divorce, neglect, "wrong" choices, career challenges, relationship/marital issues or feelings of helplessness or hopelessness, it doesn't negate the PURPOSE for which you were created and the success which awaits you.
*Individuals, Couples, Adults, Teens & Children* We are shaped by our experiences and what we believe about them, but we can all be re-shaped by new information, awareness, and insight which helps to change how you view your past experiences, a "want-to" and consistent and deliberate effort. Whether we have experienced the pain of trauma, divorce, neglect, "wrong" choices, career challenges, relationship/marital issues or feelings of helplessness or hopelessness, it doesn't negate the PURPOSE for which you were created and the success which awaits you.
(678) 607-9305 View (678) 607-9305
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Christine Cantilena Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS/NCC, LPC, EMDR, CPCS, GA/ MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30338  (Online Only)
Counseling is a healthy commitment and instills courage. It is crucial to find the right fit for yourself, one who can best relate to your issues. Working for Peachford, Ridgeview, and Emory Hospitals, has allowed me to focus on trauma, persons on the spectrum, resistant depression, anxiety, ADHD, and grief. My goal is to serve others and advocate for those desiring healing, proper medical care and learning to use their own voice. Specializing in teens, college students, and adults who suffer from intrusive thoughts, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, divorce, parental alienation, and narcissist abuse.
Counseling is a healthy commitment and instills courage. It is crucial to find the right fit for yourself, one who can best relate to your issues. Working for Peachford, Ridgeview, and Emory Hospitals, has allowed me to focus on trauma, persons on the spectrum, resistant depression, anxiety, ADHD, and grief. My goal is to serve others and advocate for those desiring healing, proper medical care and learning to use their own voice. Specializing in teens, college students, and adults who suffer from intrusive thoughts, self-harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, divorce, parental alienation, and narcissist abuse.
(678) 952-2079 View (678) 952-2079
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Marne H Day
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30346  (Online Only)
I love working with adults, teenagers and families of all kinds. Individuals and families who are navigating the impacts of change, difference in neurotypes, changes in identity, loss, divorce or simply feeling disconnected can get stuck. Seeking support and finding time to dedicate to therapy is a brave first step in determining your course, and I honor you for it. As a queer, cis-woman, I welcome people of all backgrounds in my practice and have experience working with diverse populations including autistic individuals, people with ADD/ADHD, the LGBTQ+ community and immigrants.
I love working with adults, teenagers and families of all kinds. Individuals and families who are navigating the impacts of change, difference in neurotypes, changes in identity, loss, divorce or simply feeling disconnected can get stuck. Seeking support and finding time to dedicate to therapy is a brave first step in determining your course, and I honor you for it. As a queer, cis-woman, I welcome people of all backgrounds in my practice and have experience working with diverse populations including autistic individuals, people with ADD/ADHD, the LGBTQ+ community and immigrants.
(404) 724-8889 View (404) 724-8889
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Counseling Services of Atlanta
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30346
We treat: Depression, Anxiety, Anger, relationship issues, Parenting, Divorce, Couples, Mood Disorders, Childhood abuse, Sexual Abuse, Trauma, PTSD, OCD, Loneliness, Grief, Eating disorders, Addiction (all forms), ADHD/ADD, Women's Issues, LGBT Issues, Men's Issues,Teen Issues, Bipolar, Play therapy/social skills for ages 3 and up, and Life coaching.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, family, and group therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
We treat: Depression, Anxiety, Anger, relationship issues, Parenting, Divorce, Couples, Mood Disorders, Childhood abuse, Sexual Abuse, Trauma, PTSD, OCD, Loneliness, Grief, Eating disorders, Addiction (all forms), ADHD/ADD, Women's Issues, LGBT Issues, Men's Issues,Teen Issues, Bipolar, Play therapy/social skills for ages 3 and up, and Life coaching.
Counseling Services of Atlanta offers individual, couples, family, and group therapy. We offer therapy and counseling services for both adults and children of all ages including video sessions. We now have 4 male therapists and 20 female therapists! We can treat a wide variety of mental health concerns and sessions are available by phone if needed. We are centrally located to provide services for Marietta, East Cobb, West Cobb, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Austell, Mableton, Dallas, Douglasville, Hiram, Acworth, Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Lawrenceville, Alpharetta, Roswell, Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Duluth, and Tucker areas.
(678) 771-6943 View (678) 771-6943
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Dr. Aurelie Weinstein
Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Dr. Aurélie Weinstein is a Child and Family Therapist. Dr. Weinstein is passionate about helping her clients work through challenging life circumstances which include serious illness, anxiety, traumas, phobias, depression, self-esteem, attachment, and divorce related issues. She applies the best research-based treatments to effectively help her clients. For children, adolescents, and adults who have suffered from trauma, she uses EMDR and Brainspotting and for those with depression and self-esteem issues, she uses DBT treatment. As a Registered Play Therapist, she uses different types of play therapy to help children's challenges.
Dr. Aurélie Weinstein is a Child and Family Therapist. Dr. Weinstein is passionate about helping her clients work through challenging life circumstances which include serious illness, anxiety, traumas, phobias, depression, self-esteem, attachment, and divorce related issues. She applies the best research-based treatments to effectively help her clients. For children, adolescents, and adults who have suffered from trauma, she uses EMDR and Brainspotting and for those with depression and self-esteem issues, she uses DBT treatment. As a Registered Play Therapist, she uses different types of play therapy to help children's challenges.
(470) 236-4254 View (470) 236-4254
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Kellie Gwaltney
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, CST, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30360
I specialize in helping couples in all stages of their relationship, including preparing for marriage, navigating separation/ divorce, and everything in-between.
With more than a decade of experience as a Marriage & Family Therapist, I consider it an honor to journey with my clients through difficult seasons in life. For many of the clients I meet with, these difficulties include depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship concerns such as infidelity, and struggles with emotional and physical intimacy, communication and conflict resolution. I use a collaborative and client-centered approach as I help my clients find peace, connection, and greater fulfillment in their lives and relationships.
I specialize in helping couples in all stages of their relationship, including preparing for marriage, navigating separation/ divorce, and everything in-between.
With more than a decade of experience as a Marriage & Family Therapist, I consider it an honor to journey with my clients through difficult seasons in life. For many of the clients I meet with, these difficulties include depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relationship concerns such as infidelity, and struggles with emotional and physical intimacy, communication and conflict resolution. I use a collaborative and client-centered approach as I help my clients find peace, connection, and greater fulfillment in their lives and relationships.
(470) 888-6972 View (470) 888-6972
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Betsy Gard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30350
I specialize in life adjustments for children, youth, and adults adjusting to school, divorce, blended families, marriage, and career challenges.
Finding the right person to meet your needs can be challenging and I hope you will find the answers to your questions here or by contacting me. Do not hesitate to call me so we can discuss your unique situation. I appreciate you taking the time to learn about my psychology practice and my background. I do psychotherapy with children, adolescents, couples, families, and individual adults who have difficulties in dealing with emotions, behavior, and/or relationships.
I specialize in life adjustments for children, youth, and adults adjusting to school, divorce, blended families, marriage, and career challenges.
Finding the right person to meet your needs can be challenging and I hope you will find the answers to your questions here or by contacting me. Do not hesitate to call me so we can discuss your unique situation. I appreciate you taking the time to learn about my psychology practice and my background. I do psychotherapy with children, adolescents, couples, families, and individual adults who have difficulties in dealing with emotions, behavior, and/or relationships.
(470) 339-4398 View (470) 339-4398
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Laura Goldstein
Counselor, LMSW
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30346
As a trauma-informed therapist, I aspire to be a source of support for those who may not have the assistance they deserve during life's changes, such as loss, illness, or divorce.
I am dedicated to guiding individuals toward personal growth, fostering self-compassion, and nurturing meaningful connections with loved ones and communities, resulting in positive and lasting impacts on their lives. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can openly explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
As a trauma-informed therapist, I aspire to be a source of support for those who may not have the assistance they deserve during life's changes, such as loss, illness, or divorce.
I am dedicated to guiding individuals toward personal growth, fostering self-compassion, and nurturing meaningful connections with loved ones and communities, resulting in positive and lasting impacts on their lives. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can openly explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
(770) 691-3501 View (770) 691-3501
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Andrea Bryant
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dunwoody, GA 30360
My most common therapeutic areas include, but are not limited to, relationships, women’s concerns, spirituality, marriage,LBGTQIA, exploring self-love/esteem, attachment issues, divorce, anxiety and stress.
Are you seeking purpose and wholeness? Feeling detached and lost? Do you want to work on your relationship with yourself? Your relationships with others? Are you preparing yourself mentally and emotionally for the relationship you want? Are you redefining who you want to be? During our time together, the focus will be to meet you where you are and create room for you to feel accepted, respected and heard. With your commitment and effort, we can openly explore your sources of joy, fear, pain, and happiness to create realistic goals that honor who you are and who you want to become.
My most common therapeutic areas include, but are not limited to, relationships, women’s concerns, spirituality, marriage,LBGTQIA, exploring self-love/esteem, attachment issues, divorce, anxiety and stress.
Are you seeking purpose and wholeness? Feeling detached and lost? Do you want to work on your relationship with yourself? Your relationships with others? Are you preparing yourself mentally and emotionally for the relationship you want? Are you redefining who you want to be? During our time together, the focus will be to meet you where you are and create room for you to feel accepted, respected and heard. With your commitment and effort, we can openly explore your sources of joy, fear, pain, and happiness to create realistic goals that honor who you are and who you want to become.
(404) 600-0935 View (404) 600-0935
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Andrew M Gothard
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
I have been providing psychotherapy to children, adults, families, and couples for over 20 years. I also have a specialty in psychological testing of all kinds (such as educational, neuropsychological, ADD/ADHD, and others). My greatest area of expertise is providing court related services, such as custody evaluations, expert witness testimony, and anything having to do with your court case.
I have been providing psychotherapy to children, adults, families, and couples for over 20 years. I also have a specialty in psychological testing of all kinds (such as educational, neuropsychological, ADD/ADHD, and others). My greatest area of expertise is providing court related services, such as custody evaluations, expert witness testimony, and anything having to do with your court case.
(770) 450-5027 View (770) 450-5027
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Deborah S. Wilder
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
When you're hurting, you want to know that you can feel better. When you're sad and discouraged, you want to know that you can still feel hope. When life throws you a curveball that you're not prepared for, you want to know that you and your loved ones will be ok. If you're struggling in your relationships, you want to know that you'll be able to work things out. When you're shaking your head and wondering how you got to this point, you want to know how to deal with whatever is going on, now and into the future.
When you're hurting, you want to know that you can feel better. When you're sad and discouraged, you want to know that you can still feel hope. When life throws you a curveball that you're not prepared for, you want to know that you and your loved ones will be ok. If you're struggling in your relationships, you want to know that you'll be able to work things out. When you're shaking your head and wondering how you got to this point, you want to know how to deal with whatever is going on, now and into the future.
(404) 369-4708 View (404) 369-4708
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Bennecia Gilbert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338  (Online Only)
I’m Bennecia (Nisi), a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and National Certified Counselor. With 5 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals facing mental and physical disabilities as well as substance abuse challenges. My goal is to help you regain balance and improve your quality of life, whether you're dealing with addiction, work issues, or personal concerns. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, and Master of Science in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University.
I’m Bennecia (Nisi), a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and National Certified Counselor. With 5 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals facing mental and physical disabilities as well as substance abuse challenges. My goal is to help you regain balance and improve your quality of life, whether you're dealing with addiction, work issues, or personal concerns. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, and Master of Science in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University.
(339) 244-7023 View (339) 244-7023
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Michelle L. Green, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
(404) 994-3491 View (404) 994-3491
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Dr. Kathy Malcolm Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CIRT
Verified Verified
Dunwoody, GA 30338
If you are unhappy with the life you are living, I can help you understand what you can do to get unstuck and live a life of passion and joy. If you are in a relationship pattern and are cycling through the same conversations, I can help you reach each other in new ways. If you are exhausted from the endless loop of things getting a little better and then just returning to the status quo, I can help you find the way to make sustainable progress toward the life you want to live.
If you are unhappy with the life you are living, I can help you understand what you can do to get unstuck and live a life of passion and joy. If you are in a relationship pattern and are cycling through the same conversations, I can help you reach each other in new ways. If you are exhausted from the endless loop of things getting a little better and then just returning to the status quo, I can help you find the way to make sustainable progress toward the life you want to live.
(678) 929-5499 View (678) 929-5499
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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.