Divorce Therapists in Manhattan, IL

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Marsha Broers
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CAADC, CDVP
Verified Verified
Manhattan, IL 60442
My work is my passion. In a non-judgemental way, I allow each person to share their own personal story with me. In an initial telephone consultation, I take the time with each person to talk, to make certain I know what issues they need help with, and to make certain that person feels comfortable talking with me. In my work with clients, I respect them and their personal values and beliefs while helping them to achieve their own personal goals. I create a comfortable office atmosphere for clients in which to talk about their personal issues.
My work is my passion. In a non-judgemental way, I allow each person to share their own personal story with me. In an initial telephone consultation, I take the time with each person to talk, to make certain I know what issues they need help with, and to make certain that person feels comfortable talking with me. In my work with clients, I respect them and their personal values and beliefs while helping them to achieve their own personal goals. I create a comfortable office atmosphere for clients in which to talk about their personal issues.
(815) 450-9955 View (815) 450-9955
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Nicholas Barry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Manhattan, IL 60442
Nicholas Barry is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry, double majoring in Pastoral Counseling and Biblical Studies, at Urshan College. After completing his undergraduate studies, Nicholas embarked on a bi-vocational journey through graduate school. He has earned a Master of Social Work through Florida State University and is completing a Master of Theological Studies at Urshan Graduate School of Theology. Nicholas takes a truly holistic approach to working with his clients. This means that he takes a bio-psycho-social-spiritual assessment.
Nicholas Barry is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2017. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry, double majoring in Pastoral Counseling and Biblical Studies, at Urshan College. After completing his undergraduate studies, Nicholas embarked on a bi-vocational journey through graduate school. He has earned a Master of Social Work through Florida State University and is completing a Master of Theological Studies at Urshan Graduate School of Theology. Nicholas takes a truly holistic approach to working with his clients. This means that he takes a bio-psycho-social-spiritual assessment.
(708) 381-1779 View (708) 381-1779
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Bridget Craig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan, IL 60442  (Online Only)
Bridget is a Licensed Social Worker and received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Aurora University. She is experienced in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, substance use, and stress management. Bridget currently works telehealth and virutal appointments only.
Bridget is a Licensed Social Worker and received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Aurora University. She is experienced in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, substance use, and stress management. Bridget currently works telehealth and virutal appointments only.
(708) 350-6715 View (708) 350-6715
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White Oak Institute for Growth and Wellness LLC
Counselor, MA,PSYD, LCPC, LMFT, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan, IL 60442
Are you still trying to work on your own to feel better, adjust to life stress, find balance, or cope with mental illness? We will join you. At the White Oak we believe that the relationship with our clients is the paramount of any successful therapeutic endeavor. We tailor a plan to help you gain insight, develop skills, and balance your life best in coordination with your perceived mental health dilemma, stressors, or problem. Our beautiful facility in a restored colonial style home from 1934 is in the heart of downtown historic Frankfort, Illinois. The White Oak offers a familial comfort and country charm like no other.
Are you still trying to work on your own to feel better, adjust to life stress, find balance, or cope with mental illness? We will join you. At the White Oak we believe that the relationship with our clients is the paramount of any successful therapeutic endeavor. We tailor a plan to help you gain insight, develop skills, and balance your life best in coordination with your perceived mental health dilemma, stressors, or problem. Our beautiful facility in a restored colonial style home from 1934 is in the heart of downtown historic Frankfort, Illinois. The White Oak offers a familial comfort and country charm like no other.
(779) 228-4061 View (779) 228-4061

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Barbara A Smurzynski
Counselor, LCPC, CT/RTC
Verified Verified
Orland Park, IL 60467
I also have the pleasure of running workshops and support groups dealing with building healthy relationships, blended families, divorce recovery, and transitioning into college.
I am Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a Board Certified Coach and Choice Theory Reality Therapy Certified. Since 2009, I have had the honor and privilege to be entrusted with helping a wide range of clients navigate critical life transitions and mental health issues. I work with individuals, couples, teenagers, families, and groups. Special interests include working with interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression, self-harming, grief and loss, spirituality, parenting, stress management, and life transitions.
I also have the pleasure of running workshops and support groups dealing with building healthy relationships, blended families, divorce recovery, and transitioning into college.
I am Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, a Board Certified Coach and Choice Theory Reality Therapy Certified. Since 2009, I have had the honor and privilege to be entrusted with helping a wide range of clients navigate critical life transitions and mental health issues. I work with individuals, couples, teenagers, families, and groups. Special interests include working with interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression, self-harming, grief and loss, spirituality, parenting, stress management, and life transitions.
(708) 578-8135 View (708) 578-8135
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Michaela Gold
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, IL 60423
Meet Michaela, a Master’s student from Bradley University who loves learning and educating herself to provide the best possible treatment to every individual and relationship that comes into her care. She specializes in sexual difficulties, relationship issues, pre/peri postnatal issues, divorce, LGBTQ+ issues, men’s issues, and women’s issues. She values building a strong therapeutic alliance with individuals, couples, and families of any age. Michaela sees her clients as the experts in their own lives. Her therapeutic approach is humanistic and based in narrative therapy.
Meet Michaela, a Master’s student from Bradley University who loves learning and educating herself to provide the best possible treatment to every individual and relationship that comes into her care. She specializes in sexual difficulties, relationship issues, pre/peri postnatal issues, divorce, LGBTQ+ issues, men’s issues, and women’s issues. She values building a strong therapeutic alliance with individuals, couples, and families of any age. Michaela sees her clients as the experts in their own lives. Her therapeutic approach is humanistic and based in narrative therapy.
(630) 280-3127 View (630) 280-3127
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Tracey Kim Snow
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LFT, RMT, CFT
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423
I have multiple specialties including; adult and womens' issues, grief and bereavement, family and couples counseling, anxiety and depression, bipolar, positive psychology, spirituality and mindfulness, child and adolescent counseling, young adults, divorce and life transitions, self esteem, parenting, blended families, caregivers, self care, personal coaching and empowerment, trauma, addiction & recovery.
Counseling is my calling. I feel honored to play a role in assisting people to overcome obstacles and to become the person that they always felt was possible. I am hear to guide people on their journey of self discovery while also providing the skills and tools necessary to overcome what ever challenges life has brought their way. I truly love what I do and provide caring acceptance and support to my clients. I am proud to say that my biggest referral base is former clients and I could not ask for a biggest compliment. Looking forward to helping you.
I have multiple specialties including; adult and womens' issues, grief and bereavement, family and couples counseling, anxiety and depression, bipolar, positive psychology, spirituality and mindfulness, child and adolescent counseling, young adults, divorce and life transitions, self esteem, parenting, blended families, caregivers, self care, personal coaching and empowerment, trauma, addiction & recovery.
Counseling is my calling. I feel honored to play a role in assisting people to overcome obstacles and to become the person that they always felt was possible. I am hear to guide people on their journey of self discovery while also providing the skills and tools necessary to overcome what ever challenges life has brought their way. I truly love what I do and provide caring acceptance and support to my clients. I am proud to say that my biggest referral base is former clients and I could not ask for a biggest compliment. Looking forward to helping you.
(815) 737-7968 View (815) 737-7968
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Susan Ryan-Michalak
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, LBSI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mokena, IL 60448
Telehealth/ Video Counseling now offered. Are you in need to talk to someone right now? I'm here. I AM PASSIONATE about HELPING others with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, divorce, and life changing events. Are you going through something new, a life changing event that happened or something you have been struggling with for awhile? My goal is to facilitate clients to reach THEIR GOALS in a safe, respectful, non-judgmental environment. I believe everyone can achieve the success they want and feel better. You don't have to do it alone. I am fully trained with many techniques and experience to get you where you want to be.
Telehealth/ Video Counseling now offered. Are you in need to talk to someone right now? I'm here. I AM PASSIONATE about HELPING others with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, divorce, and life changing events. Are you going through something new, a life changing event that happened or something you have been struggling with for awhile? My goal is to facilitate clients to reach THEIR GOALS in a safe, respectful, non-judgmental environment. I believe everyone can achieve the success they want and feel better. You don't have to do it alone. I am fully trained with many techniques and experience to get you where you want to be.
(773) 796-4048 View (773) 796-4048
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Kelly Marie McLaughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CDVP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, IL 60423
Kelly is a fully licensed social worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience. A seasoned and skilled clinician, she provides therapy to children ages 6 through 18, as they go through life changes, or experience adjustment difficulties in school, with friends, or within their families. An area of expertise is working with clients who have experienced trauma or witnessed domestic violence or abuse. Kelly also treats children experiencing anxiety, depression, divorce, break-ups, relationship loss, life changes, self-esteem and self-worth issues, as well as trauma/PTSD. She works with individuals, as well as siblings and families.
Kelly is a fully licensed social worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience. A seasoned and skilled clinician, she provides therapy to children ages 6 through 18, as they go through life changes, or experience adjustment difficulties in school, with friends, or within their families. An area of expertise is working with clients who have experienced trauma or witnessed domestic violence or abuse. Kelly also treats children experiencing anxiety, depression, divorce, break-ups, relationship loss, life changes, self-esteem and self-worth issues, as well as trauma/PTSD. She works with individuals, as well as siblings and families.
(779) 223-0268 View (779) 223-0268
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Kristen Marie Scott
Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423
Whether you are struggling with a typical life transition such as: marriage, divorce, adoption, or death, or suffering from anxiety, anger, depression, or self-harm/sabotaging behaviors, therapy will be tailored to your individual situation.
I believe that, without exception, every individual carries within, the capacity required for healing to occur. As a therapist, it is my honor and privilege to help clients and their families uncover and understand the meanings and feelings associated with their symptoms. Whether the primary client is a child, adolescent, or adult, I work collaboratively with couples/parents to create a treatment plan that is right for the family as a whole. From this perspective we can then work together to discover more adaptive and creative ways to solve problems, build relationships, and live rich and fulfilling lives.
Whether you are struggling with a typical life transition such as: marriage, divorce, adoption, or death, or suffering from anxiety, anger, depression, or self-harm/sabotaging behaviors, therapy will be tailored to your individual situation.
I believe that, without exception, every individual carries within, the capacity required for healing to occur. As a therapist, it is my honor and privilege to help clients and their families uncover and understand the meanings and feelings associated with their symptoms. Whether the primary client is a child, adolescent, or adult, I work collaboratively with couples/parents to create a treatment plan that is right for the family as a whole. From this perspective we can then work together to discover more adaptive and creative ways to solve problems, build relationships, and live rich and fulfilling lives.
(773) 598-4532 View (773) 598-4532
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Sue Francimore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS
Verified Verified
New Lenox, IL 60451
Waitlist for new clients
Are you worried about your child or adolescent? Do they need help learning skills to better help them manage anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, depression, or family changes, including divorce/ separation or grief/ loss? Do they need help to better emotionally regulate or develop social skills or other useful skills? Do you wish they felt better about themselves, were more mindful and focused, or could just cope better with life? I have 17 years experience in private practice and schools, much of it in the Lincoln-Way, Sandburg, and surrounding communities. I absolutely love working with kids and their families!
Are you worried about your child or adolescent? Do they need help learning skills to better help them manage anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, depression, or family changes, including divorce/ separation or grief/ loss? Do they need help to better emotionally regulate or develop social skills or other useful skills? Do you wish they felt better about themselves, were more mindful and focused, or could just cope better with life? I have 17 years experience in private practice and schools, much of it in the Lincoln-Way, Sandburg, and surrounding communities. I absolutely love working with kids and their families!
(779) 246-3496 View (779) 246-3496
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Erin Shelden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, PEL
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423
My therapeutic specialty includes working with children ages 3 to 12, children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, social pressures, athletics, peer pressure, self-esteem, family relationships, parent-child sessions, family conflicts, divorce parents, sibling relationships, coping skills, behavior regulation and school improvement.
My biggest therapeutic success is to incorporate things in my therapy session such as playing games, playing sports, dancing, art, team building, executive functioning, self-esteem checks, charades, role-plays, and music therapy that are so enjoyable to the children that it makes them feel more open and honest to share about the things they want to work on, what they need to work on, but gets them excited to come back each week and learn the skills that they want and need, but have fun while doing it.
My therapeutic specialty includes working with children ages 3 to 12, children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, social pressures, athletics, peer pressure, self-esteem, family relationships, parent-child sessions, family conflicts, divorce parents, sibling relationships, coping skills, behavior regulation and school improvement.
My biggest therapeutic success is to incorporate things in my therapy session such as playing games, playing sports, dancing, art, team building, executive functioning, self-esteem checks, charades, role-plays, and music therapy that are so enjoyable to the children that it makes them feel more open and honest to share about the things they want to work on, what they need to work on, but gets them excited to come back each week and learn the skills that they want and need, but have fun while doing it.
(708) 726-3768 View (708) 726-3768
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Veronica Torres
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mokena, IL 60448
Currently accepting new clients. I am currently working as a Bilingual Counselor at Lotus Healing and Wellness Center. I have experience working with individuals (children, teens, adults), couples & families. My approach is person-centered and meeting my client's where they're at and building trust. My clinical background includes experience with: depression, anxiety, women’s issues, navigating cultural issues, self-esteem, family conflict, life transitions & adjustments, trauma, divorce, marital/relationship issues, boundary setting, work-life balance, career issues, parenting issues, grief & loss, communication & stress.
Currently accepting new clients. I am currently working as a Bilingual Counselor at Lotus Healing and Wellness Center. I have experience working with individuals (children, teens, adults), couples & families. My approach is person-centered and meeting my client's where they're at and building trust. My clinical background includes experience with: depression, anxiety, women’s issues, navigating cultural issues, self-esteem, family conflict, life transitions & adjustments, trauma, divorce, marital/relationship issues, boundary setting, work-life balance, career issues, parenting issues, grief & loss, communication & stress.
(708) 787-0099 View (708) 787-0099
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Dana Wick
Counselor
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423
I am an LCPC and own my own practice, Hope and Prosper. I see many children from divorce, children who need to develop self-esteem, better coping strategies, improve peer relations and work on anger management. I have experience working with special needs children and behavioral disorders. I also see families and focus on creating bonds and opening the lines of communication. I see individuals wanting to lessen their anxiety and depression. I am a mother of five children and deeply believe in creating a safe environment for children and individuals to share their feelings and feel validated.
I am an LCPC and own my own practice, Hope and Prosper. I see many children from divorce, children who need to develop self-esteem, better coping strategies, improve peer relations and work on anger management. I have experience working with special needs children and behavioral disorders. I also see families and focus on creating bonds and opening the lines of communication. I see individuals wanting to lessen their anxiety and depression. I am a mother of five children and deeply believe in creating a safe environment for children and individuals to share their feelings and feel validated.
(708) 288-4057 View (708) 288-4057
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Dr. Joyce Nugent Hirschbeck
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423  (Online Only)
Deciding to seek therapy can be both exciting and frightening. It is a time when you have made an important decision to improve your life, to seek balance, and to find solutions to your problems. I am open, welcoming, and empathic in my approach. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. My treatment orientations are family systems & cognitive-behavioral therapy. I specialize in the treatment of pathologies such as: Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, Personality Disorders, Couple Conflict, Divorce, and Families in Crisis. I specialize in marital & family therapy, grief work, and trauma.
Deciding to seek therapy can be both exciting and frightening. It is a time when you have made an important decision to improve your life, to seek balance, and to find solutions to your problems. I am open, welcoming, and empathic in my approach. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. My treatment orientations are family systems & cognitive-behavioral therapy. I specialize in the treatment of pathologies such as: Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, Personality Disorders, Couple Conflict, Divorce, and Families in Crisis. I specialize in marital & family therapy, grief work, and trauma.
(815) 446-1132 View (815) 446-1132
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Cassie Cipriani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mokena, IL 60448
, codependency, anger management, sleep issues, divorce, autism, school issues and 504/IEP advocacy.
Are you feeling more anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or are just not where you want to be? At S-R&R Counseling, I can create a safe, comfortable, and inviting environment so you can process emotional stressors, and transitions. My team and I work to treat anxiety, depression, anger, and phobias. We help children, adolescents, adults, couples and family. My team also specializes in EMDR , ERP, DBT(in person and virtually) and exposure therapy to treat trauma/PTSD phobias and fear. In addition, sleep and eating addiction. If you are feeling stuck and can't get past a fear, let us help you.
, codependency, anger management, sleep issues, divorce, autism, school issues and 504/IEP advocacy.
Are you feeling more anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or are just not where you want to be? At S-R&R Counseling, I can create a safe, comfortable, and inviting environment so you can process emotional stressors, and transitions. My team and I work to treat anxiety, depression, anger, and phobias. We help children, adolescents, adults, couples and family. My team also specializes in EMDR , ERP, DBT(in person and virtually) and exposure therapy to treat trauma/PTSD phobias and fear. In addition, sleep and eating addiction. If you are feeling stuck and can't get past a fear, let us help you.
(708) 729-6754 View (708) 729-6754
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Abundant Life Counseling & Wellness Group, Inc.
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clients include individual adults, couples, families, and groups. During my years in the counseling field I've worked with depression, anxiety, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm, addictions, dissociative disorders, men's and women's issues, codepedency, communication, infidelity, grief and loss, boundaries, divorce, parenting, marital problems, eating disorders, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, and many other issues.
My clients include individual adults, couples, families, and groups. During my years in the counseling field I've worked with depression, anxiety, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, trauma, self-harm, addictions, dissociative disorders, men's and women's issues, codepedency, communication, infidelity, grief and loss, boundaries, divorce, parenting, marital problems, eating disorders, life transitions, adjustment difficulties, and many other issues.
(815) 274-1205 View (815) 274-1205
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Angela Bush
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, IL 60423
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families through the complexities of life's challenges. My clinical focus encompasses a wide range of concerns including anxiety, academic and behavioral issues, emotion regulation, mood disorders, trauma, life transitions, family conflict, adoption, divorce, and co-parenting.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families through the complexities of life's challenges. My clinical focus encompasses a wide range of concerns including anxiety, academic and behavioral issues, emotion regulation, mood disorders, trauma, life transitions, family conflict, adoption, divorce, and co-parenting.
(708) 419-0990 View (708) 419-0990
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Kristen Dundee
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Frankfort, IL 60423
Waitlist for new clients
There are many situations that can influence a person to seek therapy services. Maybe you are going through a difficult transition, such as grief, loss, or divorce. Maybe you are experiencing signs and symptoms of anxiety or depression and are feeling nervous, worried, or sad. Regardless of the life transition or the type of symptoms you are struggling with, therapy can help. My goal is to understand what has led to this point in time, what this experience has been like for you, and what direction in life you want to go. Working together, we’ll determine what obstacles are getting in the way of moving forward and what steps can be
There are many situations that can influence a person to seek therapy services. Maybe you are going through a difficult transition, such as grief, loss, or divorce. Maybe you are experiencing signs and symptoms of anxiety or depression and are feeling nervous, worried, or sad. Regardless of the life transition or the type of symptoms you are struggling with, therapy can help. My goal is to understand what has led to this point in time, what this experience has been like for you, and what direction in life you want to go. Working together, we’ll determine what obstacles are getting in the way of moving forward and what steps can be
(815) 806-9300 View (815) 806-9300
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Marc Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Joliet, IL 60436
Marc Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker through the state of Illinois. He is an African-American male therapist with 20+ years of working with individuals, children, adolescents, and families who are in crisis. He has expertise in family relationships, children and adolescent issues, marital issues, and individual therapeutic and counseling concerns.
Marc Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker through the state of Illinois. He is an African-American male therapist with 20+ years of working with individuals, children, adolescents, and families who are in crisis. He has expertise in family relationships, children and adolescent issues, marital issues, and individual therapeutic and counseling concerns.
(815) 396-5721 View (815) 396-5721

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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.