Divorce Therapists in Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL

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Karen Jacobson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LCPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60610
I work with co-parents to reduce challenges of divorce.
People come to me when feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed with fear and stuck - whether it's a relationship concern, a challenge with a child, a loss or life has taken an unexpected turn. As an experienced Clinical Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist, I can help. I partner with clients to change limiting beliefs and defeating patterns, discover strengths and embrace possibilities. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore difficult emotions, understand triggers, process deep wounds and become curious about all parts of ourselves.
I work with co-parents to reduce challenges of divorce.
People come to me when feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed with fear and stuck - whether it's a relationship concern, a challenge with a child, a loss or life has taken an unexpected turn. As an experienced Clinical Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist, I can help. I partner with clients to change limiting beliefs and defeating patterns, discover strengths and embrace possibilities. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore difficult emotions, understand triggers, process deep wounds and become curious about all parts of ourselves.
(312) 284-3236 View (312) 284-3236
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Peggy Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60614  (Online Only)
Many of life's events such as the diagnosis of cancer, chronic illness, divorce, death of a loved one, relationship issues, and life transitions can feel overwhelming with a roller-coaster of emotions.
Currently Accepting New Clients via Telehealth. It would be a privilege to work with you navigating through life's challenges and feelings of anxiety and sadness. My style is warm and supportive as I hope to help you feel less isolated and alone. I will help you discover alternative ways of thinking and offer a variety of coping skills. I will also incorporate humor. Together we will develop goals for growth and seek achievable solutions, alleviate distress, and improve your quality of life fostering a feeling of joy and happiness. I feel honored to be part of your journey.
Many of life's events such as the diagnosis of cancer, chronic illness, divorce, death of a loved one, relationship issues, and life transitions can feel overwhelming with a roller-coaster of emotions.
Currently Accepting New Clients via Telehealth. It would be a privilege to work with you navigating through life's challenges and feelings of anxiety and sadness. My style is warm and supportive as I hope to help you feel less isolated and alone. I will help you discover alternative ways of thinking and offer a variety of coping skills. I will also incorporate humor. Together we will develop goals for growth and seek achievable solutions, alleviate distress, and improve your quality of life fostering a feeling of joy and happiness. I feel honored to be part of your journey.
(312) 262-4867 View (312) 262-4867
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Paul Popernik
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60610
You are not alone dealing with anxiety, depression, loss, anger, trauma, or relationship difficulties. I understand the pain and complications of these issues and have successfully helped individuals, like yourself, find peace and happiness for over 20 years. In a relaxed, supportive environment, I will help you explore and process difficult feelings and challenge underlying counterproductive thoughts and behaviors. You will achieve a greater sense of relief and awareness, and develop tools that foster better continued health. I will also help you acquire a more balanced lifestyle achieved through exercise, diet, sleep hygiene, work/life balance and maintaining healthy relationships.
You are not alone dealing with anxiety, depression, loss, anger, trauma, or relationship difficulties. I understand the pain and complications of these issues and have successfully helped individuals, like yourself, find peace and happiness for over 20 years. In a relaxed, supportive environment, I will help you explore and process difficult feelings and challenge underlying counterproductive thoughts and behaviors. You will achieve a greater sense of relief and awareness, and develop tools that foster better continued health. I will also help you acquire a more balanced lifestyle achieved through exercise, diet, sleep hygiene, work/life balance and maintaining healthy relationships.
(773) 417-5330 View (773) 417-5330
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Erin Vanden Brook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60601
The step toward seeking support can feel intimidating. To ensure that you feel as comfortable and at ease in the process as possible, I aim to provide a secure, empathic and judgement free space where we can build a trusting therapeutic relationship to focus our work on responding to your specific needs and concerns.
The step toward seeking support can feel intimidating. To ensure that you feel as comfortable and at ease in the process as possible, I aim to provide a secure, empathic and judgement free space where we can build a trusting therapeutic relationship to focus our work on responding to your specific needs and concerns.
(312) 634-6897 View (312) 634-6897
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Amy Markley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JD
Verified Verified
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60614
When your relationship is suffering, you're suffering. Oftentimes, terribly so. Maybe the partner you used to feel so close to now seems more like a distant stranger. Maybe a betrayal has left you outraged and alone. Maybe all the fighting and miscommunication makes you wonder at times what you ever saw in this person at all.
When your relationship is suffering, you're suffering. Oftentimes, terribly so. Maybe the partner you used to feel so close to now seems more like a distant stranger. Maybe a betrayal has left you outraged and alone. Maybe all the fighting and miscommunication makes you wonder at times what you ever saw in this person at all.
(708) 419-4856 View (708) 419-4856
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John P Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60614
I specialize in treating men who were sexually abused as children, the treatment of sexual addictions, couples therapy, relationship issues, depression and anxiety. If you are unhappy in your relationships or career, suffering from depression or anxiety, going through a crisis, or wanting to make changes in your life, psychotherapy can help you. Please visit my website at wwwjohnpharris.com.
I specialize in treating men who were sexually abused as children, the treatment of sexual addictions, couples therapy, relationship issues, depression and anxiety. If you are unhappy in your relationships or career, suffering from depression or anxiety, going through a crisis, or wanting to make changes in your life, psychotherapy can help you. Please visit my website at wwwjohnpharris.com.
(773) 747-6150 View (773) 747-6150
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Catherine Lewis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60614
As creatures of habit, we sometimes find it challenging to access the space and resources that we need in order to affect change. I am passionate about working with individuals to support them in achieving increased balance and happiness within the orbits of life: work, romance, joy, and family. I am experienced in working with children and adults impacted by substance abuse, trauma, depression and anxiety. I am certified in EMDR and have experience working with the LGBTQIA2S+ community. I believe that the work done in therapy can reconnect us with our true selves, with our goals, and with a renewed excitement for the future.
As creatures of habit, we sometimes find it challenging to access the space and resources that we need in order to affect change. I am passionate about working with individuals to support them in achieving increased balance and happiness within the orbits of life: work, romance, joy, and family. I am experienced in working with children and adults impacted by substance abuse, trauma, depression and anxiety. I am certified in EMDR and have experience working with the LGBTQIA2S+ community. I believe that the work done in therapy can reconnect us with our true selves, with our goals, and with a renewed excitement for the future.
(708) 616-1125 View (708) 616-1125
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Samantha McGlumphy
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60610
Samantha McGlumphy enjoys working with guests who are open to feedback and willing to try new approaches to their issues or struggles. Also, due to her belief that the guest is the “expert” in their own lives, an individual who wants to be an active collaborator in their treatment will strengthen the therapeutic relationship and elicit better outcomes. The most impactful experience of her career path so far has been her exposure and volunteer/mission work with undocumented immigrants. This includes teaching English as a second language to undocumented individuals and traveling to the border to engage in an immersion experience.
Samantha McGlumphy enjoys working with guests who are open to feedback and willing to try new approaches to their issues or struggles. Also, due to her belief that the guest is the “expert” in their own lives, an individual who wants to be an active collaborator in their treatment will strengthen the therapeutic relationship and elicit better outcomes. The most impactful experience of her career path so far has been her exposure and volunteer/mission work with undocumented immigrants. This includes teaching English as a second language to undocumented individuals and traveling to the border to engage in an immersion experience.
(708) 847-9265 View (708) 847-9265
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Christine Vacin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60614
For over 15 years of providing therapy, Christine enjoys helping individuals recover from issues concerning self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, trauma, codependency, adjustments to motherhood, life transitions, self-identity, and relationship dynamics. She also enjoys teaching clients successful tools to help conquer difficult life challenges and gain a sense of empowerment. Additionally, she is fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which helps to process trauma and unresolved emotions.
For over 15 years of providing therapy, Christine enjoys helping individuals recover from issues concerning self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, trauma, codependency, adjustments to motherhood, life transitions, self-identity, and relationship dynamics. She also enjoys teaching clients successful tools to help conquer difficult life challenges and gain a sense of empowerment. Additionally, she is fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which helps to process trauma and unresolved emotions.
(702) 500-1252 View (702) 500-1252
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Joanna Bakowska
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60610  (Online Only)
I work with adults and couples who are experiencing relationship insecurity and emotional instability, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions, or trauma-related symptoms. My approach is based on the needs and strengths of each client. Collaboratively, we will identify your repetitive thoughts and behaviors and find their roots. I provide genuine compassion and insight to facilitate clients’ healing and uncover their subconscious parts (blind spots) that often cause maladaptive behaviors. Clients will establish healthy behaviors and relationships and will regulate their emotions at ease.
I work with adults and couples who are experiencing relationship insecurity and emotional instability, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions, or trauma-related symptoms. My approach is based on the needs and strengths of each client. Collaboratively, we will identify your repetitive thoughts and behaviors and find their roots. I provide genuine compassion and insight to facilitate clients’ healing and uncover their subconscious parts (blind spots) that often cause maladaptive behaviors. Clients will establish healthy behaviors and relationships and will regulate their emotions at ease.
(847) 916-8589 View (847) 916-8589
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Diana Heliotes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60610  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years experience working with adolescents & young adults. Currently I work with 18 year old to 64 year old individuals. I have been working with clients on a wide range of needs & concerns with an emphasis on anxiety, depression, grief/loss & simple & complex trauma. I also offer exit therapy for those seeking support after exiting a cult (such as QAnon).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years experience working with adolescents & young adults. Currently I work with 18 year old to 64 year old individuals. I have been working with clients on a wide range of needs & concerns with an emphasis on anxiety, depression, grief/loss & simple & complex trauma. I also offer exit therapy for those seeking support after exiting a cult (such as QAnon).
(815) 569-0159 View (815) 569-0159
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Theo Cunningham
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Old Town Triangle, Chicago, IL 60610  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
It is incredibly natural to feel overwhelmed in our present world. As mounting global stressors such as the COVID-19 pandemic and impending climate disaster compound the everyday stressors inherent to work, school, and relationships, it can feel like your emotional well-being is as difficult as it is important to maintain. It is my privilege to support people who want to do the brave work of releasing patterns of stuckness and embracing new, life-affirming narratives. I believe every human has the potential to heal towards deeper alignment with purpose, and am here for those seeking accompaniment in their transformation.
It is incredibly natural to feel overwhelmed in our present world. As mounting global stressors such as the COVID-19 pandemic and impending climate disaster compound the everyday stressors inherent to work, school, and relationships, it can feel like your emotional well-being is as difficult as it is important to maintain. It is my privilege to support people who want to do the brave work of releasing patterns of stuckness and embracing new, life-affirming narratives. I believe every human has the potential to heal towards deeper alignment with purpose, and am here for those seeking accompaniment in their transformation.
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Online Therapists

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Summer Hyche
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
I provide a safe, personalized space for clients to address anxiety, depression, identity exploration, sexual and spiritual questioning, low self-esteem, divorce, communication issues, religious trauma, and family trauma.
Seeking support can be daunting, but I’m here to make the process easier and more comforting. As James Baldwin said, “I believe that if we understood ourselves better, we would damage ourselves less.” I offer a space where you can bring your whole self, exploring your truest, most authentic self. With a self-compassionate approach, I’ll help you understand and embrace all aspects of your life—relationships, work, and personal growth—so you can live more honestly, freely, and fully. Let’s embark on this journey together.
I provide a safe, personalized space for clients to address anxiety, depression, identity exploration, sexual and spiritual questioning, low self-esteem, divorce, communication issues, religious trauma, and family trauma.
Seeking support can be daunting, but I’m here to make the process easier and more comforting. As James Baldwin said, “I believe that if we understood ourselves better, we would damage ourselves less.” I offer a space where you can bring your whole self, exploring your truest, most authentic self. With a self-compassionate approach, I’ll help you understand and embrace all aspects of your life—relationships, work, and personal growth—so you can live more honestly, freely, and fully. Let’s embark on this journey together.
(872) 253-7905 View (872) 253-7905
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Terry L Stagman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611  (Online Only)
In addition, I am an experienced divorce mediator and collaborative law professional, helping couples to divorce without litigation.
For many years, I have been helping my clients to lead happier and more fulfilling lives. One of my main psychotherapy approaches is cognitive-behavioral therapy, a well-established, efficient and effective form of psychotherapy. It directly targets the patient's thinking, and behavior, patterns that are producing psychological problems, and teaches the patient to change those patterns. In marital and family therapy, I help the parties to communicate better with one another and to reach agreements acceptable to all. If the children have behavior problems, I often help the parents to become more effective disciplinarians.
In addition, I am an experienced divorce mediator and collaborative law professional, helping couples to divorce without litigation.
For many years, I have been helping my clients to lead happier and more fulfilling lives. One of my main psychotherapy approaches is cognitive-behavioral therapy, a well-established, efficient and effective form of psychotherapy. It directly targets the patient's thinking, and behavior, patterns that are producing psychological problems, and teaches the patient to change those patterns. In marital and family therapy, I help the parties to communicate better with one another and to reach agreements acceptable to all. If the children have behavior problems, I often help the parents to become more effective disciplinarians.
(312) 854-2763 View (312) 854-2763
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Joyce Bookshester
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60613  (Online Only)
I am a Divorce Mediator and with expertise as a divorce coach and child specialist.
Life's challenges often take us by surprise. Having a strategic plan and support can help one face a challenge that may be accompanied by anxiety, depression, grief and as well as the impact of individual, marital and child and family life cycle stages. With more than 25 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist, I focus on assisting children and adolescents,individuals, couples and families to aquire the necessary skills to confront life's challenges.
I am a Divorce Mediator and with expertise as a divorce coach and child specialist.
Life's challenges often take us by surprise. Having a strategic plan and support can help one face a challenge that may be accompanied by anxiety, depression, grief and as well as the impact of individual, marital and child and family life cycle stages. With more than 25 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist, I focus on assisting children and adolescents,individuals, couples and families to aquire the necessary skills to confront life's challenges.
(312) 300-6912 View (312) 300-6912
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Justine Olson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
I also treat individuals who experience anxiety and depression as well as those going through life transitions such as adjustment to illness, changes in schooling, divorce and grief.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards making a commitment to improve your life through the process of therapy. It is so important to find someone that you feel is the right fit for you, or for your loved one. I enjoy working with individuals at all stages of life, but practice mostly with children, adolescents, young adults and families. Regardless of the issue, I am committed to helping you or your loved one discover the best parts of yourself so that you can move towards healthy changes for the future.
I also treat individuals who experience anxiety and depression as well as those going through life transitions such as adjustment to illness, changes in schooling, divorce and grief.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards making a commitment to improve your life through the process of therapy. It is so important to find someone that you feel is the right fit for you, or for your loved one. I enjoy working with individuals at all stages of life, but practice mostly with children, adolescents, young adults and families. Regardless of the issue, I am committed to helping you or your loved one discover the best parts of yourself so that you can move towards healthy changes for the future.
(847) 558-6237 View (847) 558-6237
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Dr. Ammara Khalid
Psychologist, MA, PsyD, LCP
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60622  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties: depression, anxiety, body image, PGM/BIPOC issues, relationships & divorce, alcohol & drug addictions, trauma, ADHD, life transitions, LGBTQIA support, intergenerational trauma & resilience, climate dread/climate change anxiety, and immigration/acculturation issues.
In a world that has become divided and disconnected, RIA Psychological Services offers a space for healing and growth, helping you rediscover how to connect to yourself and others. Connection with family, friends, community, and connection to nature is essential for our well-being. We are interconnected and must recognize that our physical and mental health is impacted by the health of our relationships, our environments, and our planet. I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life and take a collaborative approach in helping clients Rediscover Interconnected Awareness.
My specialties: depression, anxiety, body image, PGM/BIPOC issues, relationships & divorce, alcohol & drug addictions, trauma, ADHD, life transitions, LGBTQIA support, intergenerational trauma & resilience, climate dread/climate change anxiety, and immigration/acculturation issues.
In a world that has become divided and disconnected, RIA Psychological Services offers a space for healing and growth, helping you rediscover how to connect to yourself and others. Connection with family, friends, community, and connection to nature is essential for our well-being. We are interconnected and must recognize that our physical and mental health is impacted by the health of our relationships, our environments, and our planet. I enjoy working with clients from all walks of life and take a collaborative approach in helping clients Rediscover Interconnected Awareness.
(312) 386-5543 View (312) 386-5543
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Beth Pettinelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60611
I have a passion for creating therapeutic spaces for support and growth. My practice experience includes work with adults, children, adolescents, and families who are presently suffering with trauma, grief, relationship issues, divorce, parenting challenges, life transitions, depression, anxiety disorders and a wide array of life circumstances. As a seasoned psychotherapist, I blend compassion, intellectual insights, and current research to address you or your loved ones unique needs and create a space in which empowerment and hope may flourish. I welcome working with diverse clients collaboratively towards their goals.
I have a passion for creating therapeutic spaces for support and growth. My practice experience includes work with adults, children, adolescents, and families who are presently suffering with trauma, grief, relationship issues, divorce, parenting challenges, life transitions, depression, anxiety disorders and a wide array of life circumstances. As a seasoned psychotherapist, I blend compassion, intellectual insights, and current research to address you or your loved ones unique needs and create a space in which empowerment and hope may flourish. I welcome working with diverse clients collaboratively towards their goals.
(847) 512-3443 View (847) 512-3443
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Rebecca L Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AM, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618
Waitlist for new clients
My expertise lies in helping people of all ages, from children to seniors, who are struggling with issues such as life transitions, anxiety and depression, relationship problems, family conflict, problematic behavior patterns, coping with divorce, death, and other types of loss, parenting challenges, and childhood trauma. My goal is to help my clients better understand their own feelings and behaviors so as to reduce emotional suffering and make positive changes in life.
My expertise lies in helping people of all ages, from children to seniors, who are struggling with issues such as life transitions, anxiety and depression, relationship problems, family conflict, problematic behavior patterns, coping with divorce, death, and other types of loss, parenting challenges, and childhood trauma. My goal is to help my clients better understand their own feelings and behaviors so as to reduce emotional suffering and make positive changes in life.
(773) 985-5296 View (773) 985-5296
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Caroline Neal
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60610
I specialize in working with women issues, parenting challenges, couples struggling with relationships issues (premarital, infidelity and communication challenges) as well as individuals navigating divorce.
I believe therapy should be a supportive experience. Using a strength-based approach, I work hard to help my clients navigate emotions, develop coping skills and strengthen relationships. While working towards their goals, I value understanding individual experiences and underlying emotions. My work is centered around lifting constraints which prevent change and exploring new behaviors and thought patterns.
I specialize in working with women issues, parenting challenges, couples struggling with relationships issues (premarital, infidelity and communication challenges) as well as individuals navigating divorce.
I believe therapy should be a supportive experience. Using a strength-based approach, I work hard to help my clients navigate emotions, develop coping skills and strengthen relationships. While working towards their goals, I value understanding individual experiences and underlying emotions. My work is centered around lifting constraints which prevent change and exploring new behaviors and thought patterns.
(773) 645-4231 View (773) 645-4231

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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.