Divorce brings out the worst in one’s personality and is highly emotional. People often cycle through all the stages of grief when they experience divorce. Mental health counseling or specifically divorce counseling can help in providing emotional support for this traumatic event.
The end of any kind of relationship brings up a whole host of emotions, whether the relationship ends well or not. The end of a marriage is no different – divorce is one of the most stressful and emotional events a person can experience. Even putting aside various reasons for divorce, such as financial issues, infidelity, or growing apart, the end of such a significant relationship can be extremely draining.
Grief is a hard road to navigate on your own, even if you have a strong support system in your life. Sometimes, the perspective and support of a trained counselor can give you the tools you need to move through your grief and into the next stage of your life after divorce. If you are concerned that your grief isn’t easing up at all, even after some time, you might be dealing with depression instead. If you are concerned that you are depressed, reach out to a therapist for help. A therapist can help you manage your depression and work through your grief and anything else that comes up during the divorce process.
Elaine Korngold, LPC, supports clients through difficult life changes. Elaine integrates certified Brainspotting therapy with certified IFS therapy in her practice to help clients go through divorce counseling and address and process deeply-held shame, grief, self-esteem, childhood trauma, and other distress, in a gentle and non-invasive way. We explore and address complex issues and emotions that manifest when clients encounter external and internal stresses that impact their emotional well-being. Text or email Elaine to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation.