Divorce Therapists in Lumberton, NC

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Marissa Cox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lumberton, NC 28358
Are you experiencing stress from everyday life? Do you struggle with juggling the demands of life? Do have difficulty navigating stress, anxiety, and/or depression? Do your thoughts prevent you from being the best you, you can be? Have you tried everything you know to try and nothing seems to be changing? Maybe you are dealing with grief, relationship difficulties, or divorce? Are you finding it difficult to navigate parenting? Maybe you have even tried therapy before? Whether you answered yes to all of these questions, a few of these questions, or maybe even one of these questions, there is hope and ways that can help you navigate.
Are you experiencing stress from everyday life? Do you struggle with juggling the demands of life? Do have difficulty navigating stress, anxiety, and/or depression? Do your thoughts prevent you from being the best you, you can be? Have you tried everything you know to try and nothing seems to be changing? Maybe you are dealing with grief, relationship difficulties, or divorce? Are you finding it difficult to navigate parenting? Maybe you have even tried therapy before? Whether you answered yes to all of these questions, a few of these questions, or maybe even one of these questions, there is hope and ways that can help you navigate.
(910) 606-4397 View (910) 606-4397
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Erica Ann Striblin
Counselor, MA, LCMHC , NBCC, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lumberton, NC 28358
I am Erica Striblin, MA, LCMHCS currently located in Lumberton NC. I am a trauma focused and EMDR trained clinician. I currently assist ,adults, children and their families with history of sexual,physical and child neglect. I serve ages 3 through 100 in areas of depression, anxiety, grief, etc. in a professional and therapeutic setting.
I am Erica Striblin, MA, LCMHCS currently located in Lumberton NC. I am a trauma focused and EMDR trained clinician. I currently assist ,adults, children and their families with history of sexual,physical and child neglect. I serve ages 3 through 100 in areas of depression, anxiety, grief, etc. in a professional and therapeutic setting.
(910) 816-1878 View (910) 816-1878
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Courtney B. White
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHCS, LMHC, CCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lumberton, NC 28358  (Online Only)
My name is Courtney (she/her) and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Supervisor (LCMHCS) in North Carolina. At this time, I am accepting clients from anywhere in NC for telehealth counseling. It is very important to me that my clients have a voice and choice in the counseling process. I want you to be an active participant in treatment planning and goal setting to determine exactly what you need to heal and move forward. If you want to work with me as a client, you're the one driving this car and I'm just a passenger - because this is your journey.
My name is Courtney (she/her) and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Supervisor (LCMHCS) in North Carolina. At this time, I am accepting clients from anywhere in NC for telehealth counseling. It is very important to me that my clients have a voice and choice in the counseling process. I want you to be an active participant in treatment planning and goal setting to determine exactly what you need to heal and move forward. If you want to work with me as a client, you're the one driving this car and I'm just a passenger - because this is your journey.
(910) 463-9533 View (910) 463-9533
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Denotra J. Winston
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS-I, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lumberton, NC 28358  (Online Only)
We are accepting new clients! We have over 15 years of experience working with families and individuals who have anxiety, depression, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum, addictions and substance use concerns. We like to adapt sessions to assist clients in identifying stressors, identify motivations, build support systems, and increase functioning. My goal is to establish a therapeutic relationship with each individual while striving to create a safe, non -judgmental space to foster the healing.
We are accepting new clients! We have over 15 years of experience working with families and individuals who have anxiety, depression, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum, addictions and substance use concerns. We like to adapt sessions to assist clients in identifying stressors, identify motivations, build support systems, and increase functioning. My goal is to establish a therapeutic relationship with each individual while striving to create a safe, non -judgmental space to foster the healing.
(336) 804-8632 View (336) 804-8632
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Haymount Institute for Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lumberton, NC 28358
The power to make positive changes is within us all. The goal of holistic wellness is to "change the lens" and give a healthier perspective for a peaceful and more content life. Our intention is to provide a confidential, professional and supportive environment in which individuals and families can identify problem areas, explore what prevents the problem from being solved, and help you develop and learn skills that can enhance your quality of life.
The power to make positive changes is within us all. The goal of holistic wellness is to "change the lens" and give a healthier perspective for a peaceful and more content life. Our intention is to provide a confidential, professional and supportive environment in which individuals and families can identify problem areas, explore what prevents the problem from being solved, and help you develop and learn skills that can enhance your quality of life.
(910) 719-3087 View (910) 719-3087
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Symmetry Health Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, LCAS, RPT, CCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lumberton, NC 28358
Hello! Welcome to Symmetry Health Services, PLLC (SHS). During the therapeutic process at SHS, our goal is to provide our clients with guidance, insight, and tools that will result in self-empowerment and wellness. We are equipped and ready to make a special effort to advance each person to uncover the best solution for his or her problem. Our approach to therapy is to help individuals, families, and couples make sense of what has happened in their life, recognize how it continues to affect them, and make changes that allow them to move forward to accomplish their goals.
Hello! Welcome to Symmetry Health Services, PLLC (SHS). During the therapeutic process at SHS, our goal is to provide our clients with guidance, insight, and tools that will result in self-empowerment and wellness. We are equipped and ready to make a special effort to advance each person to uncover the best solution for his or her problem. Our approach to therapy is to help individuals, families, and couples make sense of what has happened in their life, recognize how it continues to affect them, and make changes that allow them to move forward to accomplish their goals.
(910) 501-2436 View (910) 501-2436
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Southeast Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, DMin, PsyD, LCMHC, FBPPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lumberton, NC 28358
We offer a wide variety of counseling services and a staff of fully and provisionally licensed counselors. If you are not sure what kind of counseling you want or need, start with us! We will help you through the process and help make it as easy as possible for you to get back to feeling like "you" again. In addition to a variety of therapeutic approaches to psychotherapy we also integrate measurement-based care into the treatment of our clients. Using approved and tried-and-true assessments we offer a full-approach to whole-person counseling. Give us a call today for available session times guaranteed within the week. Open Saturday
We offer a wide variety of counseling services and a staff of fully and provisionally licensed counselors. If you are not sure what kind of counseling you want or need, start with us! We will help you through the process and help make it as easy as possible for you to get back to feeling like "you" again. In addition to a variety of therapeutic approaches to psychotherapy we also integrate measurement-based care into the treatment of our clients. Using approved and tried-and-true assessments we offer a full-approach to whole-person counseling. Give us a call today for available session times guaranteed within the week. Open Saturday
(910) 506-3005 View (910) 506-3005
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All-American Counseling, Wellness and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BSW, C-SWHC, C-ASWCM
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lumberton, NC 28358
Clinicians have ties and connections to the military, veterans, LEOs, first responders and surrounding areas for: Cumberland, Moore, Harnett, Robinson, New Hanover, Forsyth and Lee, NC counties. Our contracted clinicians provide a wide range of services and specialties. We appreciate the opportunity to be of help and look forward to all of us working together. Bobette Smith, LCSW, owner, is military connected and a Fayettevillian. Experience with: Service Members and families, first responders, children, adolescents, adults, geriatrics, families, small groups, intensive outpatient groups and clinical inpatient hospital care.
Clinicians have ties and connections to the military, veterans, LEOs, first responders and surrounding areas for: Cumberland, Moore, Harnett, Robinson, New Hanover, Forsyth and Lee, NC counties. Our contracted clinicians provide a wide range of services and specialties. We appreciate the opportunity to be of help and look forward to all of us working together. Bobette Smith, LCSW, owner, is military connected and a Fayettevillian. Experience with: Service Members and families, first responders, children, adolescents, adults, geriatrics, families, small groups, intensive outpatient groups and clinical inpatient hospital care.
(833) 846-3463 View (833) 846-3463
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DezNique Graham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Lumberton, NC 28358
For me, there is no ideal client. I accept my clients for who they are when they walk through my door. I believe counseling does not have to be reserved for when problems arise or for only "big" problems. The client is who decides what goals are important and my job is to allow the space for them to achieve them. I work with a range of ages, specializing in Child-Centered Play Therapy. Child-centered play therapy is not only for children. The principles of the practice can be applied to any age as it encourages building self-esteem, decision making, and utilizing an individual's own problem solving ability.
For me, there is no ideal client. I accept my clients for who they are when they walk through my door. I believe counseling does not have to be reserved for when problems arise or for only "big" problems. The client is who decides what goals are important and my job is to allow the space for them to achieve them. I work with a range of ages, specializing in Child-Centered Play Therapy. Child-centered play therapy is not only for children. The principles of the practice can be applied to any age as it encourages building self-esteem, decision making, and utilizing an individual's own problem solving ability.
(910) 606-4854 View (910) 606-4854
Lotus Care Psychological Services PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD , HSP-P
Verified Verified
Lumberton, NC 28360
Lotus Care Psychological Services was established in 2022 in the Fayetteville area by Dr. Alina Contino. At Lotus Care Psychological Services we support, diagnose and empower, children, individuals and families living with the challenges of mental health conditions and disabilities. Lotus Care will provide you with resources and service referrals to help you grow in wisdom, knowledge and understanding. We want to promote your self awareness in order to treat and help you manage your life challenges the best way possible.
Lotus Care Psychological Services was established in 2022 in the Fayetteville area by Dr. Alina Contino. At Lotus Care Psychological Services we support, diagnose and empower, children, individuals and families living with the challenges of mental health conditions and disabilities. Lotus Care will provide you with resources and service referrals to help you grow in wisdom, knowledge and understanding. We want to promote your self awareness in order to treat and help you manage your life challenges the best way possible.
(910) 812-9475 View (910) 812-9475

Online Therapists

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Leigh Zick Dongre
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, PhD, LCMHC-S, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
transition to college, new parent, empty nest, job change, divorce, remarriage, retirement) and academic struggles.
The path to living more fully is an adventure, one I believe has transformed my own life. Each day I am honored to join people along a path of recovery, self-exploration, and healing. I have helped people break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life. My role as your counselor is to be a knowledgeable, genuine, and empathetic guide along this journey and provide a safe and supportive environment to do so. I help people live their best lives, by reaching more authenticity, self-awareness, and making behavioral changes. I primarily offer telemental health counseling with options for counseling in Winston-Salem.
transition to college, new parent, empty nest, job change, divorce, remarriage, retirement) and academic struggles.
The path to living more fully is an adventure, one I believe has transformed my own life. Each day I am honored to join people along a path of recovery, self-exploration, and healing. I have helped people break through the obstacles that seem to be holding them back in life. My role as your counselor is to be a knowledgeable, genuine, and empathetic guide along this journey and provide a safe and supportive environment to do so. I help people live their best lives, by reaching more authenticity, self-awareness, and making behavioral changes. I primarily offer telemental health counseling with options for counseling in Winston-Salem.
(336) 791-0314 View (336) 791-0314
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Dr. Greg Cheney
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Tired of feeling stuck, misunderstood, & disconnected? Are you struggling with communication? Does your relationship feel like it is moving in the wrong direction? Are the arguments, misunderstanding, and hurt becoming overwhelming? You may even be considering separation or divorce. Take the first step to sort through it all . . . the misunderstanding, the arguments, the hurt, the disconnection, and the loneliness. We can help you gain clarity to move toward healing. Let us help you experience your relationship in a new way. Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to get started.
Tired of feeling stuck, misunderstood, & disconnected? Are you struggling with communication? Does your relationship feel like it is moving in the wrong direction? Are the arguments, misunderstanding, and hurt becoming overwhelming? You may even be considering separation or divorce. Take the first step to sort through it all . . . the misunderstanding, the arguments, the hurt, the disconnection, and the loneliness. We can help you gain clarity to move toward healing. Let us help you experience your relationship in a new way. Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to get started.
(919) 246-4775 View (919) 246-4775
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Chiodera Drayton- Smith
LCSW Associate , LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
Hi there! My name is Chiodera Drayton-Smith. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate and have my Juris Doctor (my law degree). I see children, teens, and young adults seeking to find their way in the world as they navigate growing up, life transitions, and everyday life challenges. I have vast experience working with children and their families as they deal with the child welfare and delinquency systems, child abuse and sex crimes, domestic violence, and families as they navigate divorce and child custody.
Hi there! My name is Chiodera Drayton-Smith. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate and have my Juris Doctor (my law degree). I see children, teens, and young adults seeking to find their way in the world as they navigate growing up, life transitions, and everyday life challenges. I have vast experience working with children and their families as they deal with the child welfare and delinquency systems, child abuse and sex crimes, domestic violence, and families as they navigate divorce and child custody.
(919) 873-3670 View (919) 873-3670
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Page J. Littlewood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
• Emotionally Focused Therapy • Medical Family Therapy • Separation and Divorce Issues.
I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist. My work supports individuals, couples, families and small businesses seeking to unlock their ability to access the best they have to offer. We all need to experience a secure bond with another to provide a safe haven for comfort and support and a secure base to go out into the world. Together, we can find the secure bond, fun, love, and caring masked by conflicts, connect you with the resources we are all born with that build self esteem, strengthen relationships, bring into awareness and transform old and familiar patterns of communication that are defensive rather than connecting.
• Emotionally Focused Therapy • Medical Family Therapy • Separation and Divorce Issues.
I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist. My work supports individuals, couples, families and small businesses seeking to unlock their ability to access the best they have to offer. We all need to experience a secure bond with another to provide a safe haven for comfort and support and a secure base to go out into the world. Together, we can find the secure bond, fun, love, and caring masked by conflicts, connect you with the resources we are all born with that build self esteem, strengthen relationships, bring into awareness and transform old and familiar patterns of communication that are defensive rather than connecting.
(919) 948-3457 View (919) 948-3457
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Krista Bronisas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28403
I specialize in treating relationships. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families seeking fulfilling, peaceful lives. The majority of clients are individuals and couples seeking answers to have better, more meaningful relationships. Therapy starts withy understanding current struggles in a "systems" framework. We look at patterns; of affection, conflict, repair, relating, reacting. Common issues include: communication, infidelity, feeling a lack of respect, divorce, parent/child discord, and relational harmony goals. Therapy is provided with warmth, thoughtfulness and empathy.
I specialize in treating relationships. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families seeking fulfilling, peaceful lives. The majority of clients are individuals and couples seeking answers to have better, more meaningful relationships. Therapy starts withy understanding current struggles in a "systems" framework. We look at patterns; of affection, conflict, repair, relating, reacting. Common issues include: communication, infidelity, feeling a lack of respect, divorce, parent/child discord, and relational harmony goals. Therapy is provided with warmth, thoughtfulness and empathy.
(910) 729-6195 View (910) 729-6195
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Erica Blystone/Wake Adult Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27607
I see adults for individual therapy, Couples Counseling, Discernment Counseling, Divorce Consults, Collaborative Divorce, and Co-Parenting Therapy.
The past 20 years of partnering with a wide range of people through times of struggle has taught me we often underestimate our own resilience, or our resilience as a couple. It leads to worry, anger, depression, suspicion, guilt, frustration, loneliness, resentment, shame, panic... all the emotions we try so hard to avoid. Consider a teammate for this part of the journey to help you take greater control of your own growth. A partner who can listen intently, offer perspective, brainstorm with you, help you develop new insights and skills, and support you in making changes to create a life - or relationship - you love.
I see adults for individual therapy, Couples Counseling, Discernment Counseling, Divorce Consults, Collaborative Divorce, and Co-Parenting Therapy.
The past 20 years of partnering with a wide range of people through times of struggle has taught me we often underestimate our own resilience, or our resilience as a couple. It leads to worry, anger, depression, suspicion, guilt, frustration, loneliness, resentment, shame, panic... all the emotions we try so hard to avoid. Consider a teammate for this part of the journey to help you take greater control of your own growth. A partner who can listen intently, offer perspective, brainstorm with you, help you develop new insights and skills, and support you in making changes to create a life - or relationship - you love.
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Ginger Newman Gialanella
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27613  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with how to move forward after a major change in your life? Are you feeling alone, scared, or overwhelmed? Are you feeling stuck or disconnected in your relationships, unsure of how to feel connected again? I enjoy supporting individuals and couples navigate the expected and unexpected changes and transitions that inevitably come up in life, including healing from betrayal or infidelity, navigating divorce/relationship transitions, and coping with a diagnosis of cancer. Adjusting to uncertainties and changes in life can feel isolating and unsettling, but you do not have to do it alone, having support can help.
Are you struggling with how to move forward after a major change in your life? Are you feeling alone, scared, or overwhelmed? Are you feeling stuck or disconnected in your relationships, unsure of how to feel connected again? I enjoy supporting individuals and couples navigate the expected and unexpected changes and transitions that inevitably come up in life, including healing from betrayal or infidelity, navigating divorce/relationship transitions, and coping with a diagnosis of cancer. Adjusting to uncertainties and changes in life can feel isolating and unsettling, but you do not have to do it alone, having support can help.
(919) 587-8792 View (919) 587-8792
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Michelle L Parrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025  (Online Only)
Working with complex couples, those dealing with major relationship issues like infidelity, infertility, illness, grief, family conflict, parenting issues, or contemplating divorce, are my passion. I take a non-judgmental stance that allows me to focus on the relationship as my client, while not taking sides. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, trauma, or other mental health conditions, I can help support you, while teaching coping mechanisms to create a healthy balance in your life. I apply a systemic approach when working with couples, families and individuals.
Working with complex couples, those dealing with major relationship issues like infidelity, infertility, illness, grief, family conflict, parenting issues, or contemplating divorce, are my passion. I take a non-judgmental stance that allows me to focus on the relationship as my client, while not taking sides. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, trauma, or other mental health conditions, I can help support you, while teaching coping mechanisms to create a healthy balance in your life. I apply a systemic approach when working with couples, families and individuals.
(704) 209-7532 View (704) 209-7532
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Margaret Mensch
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28403
Her previous experience working in education has fostered her passion to work with teens with emotional, academic, social, and behavioral concerns as well as challenges related to divorce and blended families.
Margaret Mensch, MEd, LCMHC has 10 years of experience working in individual and family therapy. She strives to provide quality and compassionate care by helping clients to gain insight, grow, and heal through the therapeutic process. Her passion is guiding, inspiring, and teaching skills to people, so that they feel empowered to overcome life's challenges. Ms. Mensch approaches the therapeutic process through a humanistic lens, using modalities and theories that help fit her clients needs including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness training, and solution focused work.
Her previous experience working in education has fostered her passion to work with teens with emotional, academic, social, and behavioral concerns as well as challenges related to divorce and blended families.
Margaret Mensch, MEd, LCMHC has 10 years of experience working in individual and family therapy. She strives to provide quality and compassionate care by helping clients to gain insight, grow, and heal through the therapeutic process. Her passion is guiding, inspiring, and teaching skills to people, so that they feel empowered to overcome life's challenges. Ms. Mensch approaches the therapeutic process through a humanistic lens, using modalities and theories that help fit her clients needs including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness training, and solution focused work.
(910) 376-8019 View (910) 376-8019
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Sanne Henninger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615
Dr. Sanne Henninger is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults, families, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Sanne specializes in anxiety, depression, OCD, family dynamics, childhood sexual abuse, grief/trauma, childhood abuse, self-esteem, career issues, coping skills, workplace stress management, healthcare staff and physician stress, divorce, relationships, and leadership.
Dr. Sanne Henninger is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults, families, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Sanne specializes in anxiety, depression, OCD, family dynamics, childhood sexual abuse, grief/trauma, childhood abuse, self-esteem, career issues, coping skills, workplace stress management, healthcare staff and physician stress, divorce, relationships, and leadership.
(984) 333-5380 View (984) 333-5380

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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.