Transitioning from a married person to a single person can be stressful and emotionally laden. This uncoupling brings with it numerous changes and questions about the children, living arrangements, and financial issues, not to mention all those questions about “self”. Worlds get turned upside down; brains get less focused, and emotions run high.

Sometimes people use their lawyers for their emotional release. Not only is this expensive given the hourly rates of lawyers, but also misplaced as lawyers are not trained to deal with emotions. Speaking with a counselor will help you navigate difficult feelings and bring a rational and objective point of view.

If you have children, divorce can be particularly stressful. Talking to a therapist can be helpful in determining the how, when, and what of the conversation with your kids.

So whether you are deciding if the relationship still has potential, have already made the decision to divorce and are in the process, or have the divorce behind you and are having trouble adjusting, working with a counselor that you trust and feel comfortable with, can help sort out the myriad of emotions you are feeling