Divorce Therapists in Chicago, IL
Some areas in which I specialize are anxiety, depression, relationship issues/ divorce and low self-esteem.
As a therapist, I work collaboratively with my clients in processing their experiences and finding healthy and productive ways to solve problems as well as gain insight into the reasons for maladaptive behaviors. In the treatment process, I encourage clients to formulate their own treatment goals and we will work together to find ways to achieve these goals via modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Solutions-focused interventions. I see my role as one of support, guidance, active listening, and empowering the client to develop positive coping mechanisms in the process of making changes to thoughts and behaviors.
Some areas in which I specialize are anxiety, depression, relationship issues/ divorce and low self-esteem.
As a therapist, I work collaboratively with my clients in processing their experiences and finding healthy and productive ways to solve problems as well as gain insight into the reasons for maladaptive behaviors. In the treatment process, I encourage clients to formulate their own treatment goals and we will work together to find ways to achieve these goals via modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Solutions-focused interventions. I see my role as one of support, guidance, active listening, and empowering the client to develop positive coping mechanisms in the process of making changes to thoughts and behaviors.
We specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management, Marriage and Divorce Conflicts Alcohol and Drugs Addiction, Grief and Loss trauma, Relationships, Domestic Violence and Anger Management.
I am Dr. Sylvia Kobe, and I am a Licensed Clinical psychologist. My associate Dr. Mary-Zitta Muabe and I collaborate to cover a broad counseling spectrum. Together Dr. Muabe and I specialize in marriage, family therapy, and spiritual maturity. We also work with teens, young adults, and individuals battling anxiety, depression, or struggles to cope with every-life issues. We believe in empowering our clients, encouraging them to see that life is all about second chances, and with the right kind of intervention, the best is yet to come.
We specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Stress Management, Marriage and Divorce Conflicts Alcohol and Drugs Addiction, Grief and Loss trauma, Relationships, Domestic Violence and Anger Management.
I am Dr. Sylvia Kobe, and I am a Licensed Clinical psychologist. My associate Dr. Mary-Zitta Muabe and I collaborate to cover a broad counseling spectrum. Together Dr. Muabe and I specialize in marriage, family therapy, and spiritual maturity. We also work with teens, young adults, and individuals battling anxiety, depression, or struggles to cope with every-life issues. We believe in empowering our clients, encouraging them to see that life is all about second chances, and with the right kind of intervention, the best is yet to come.
Unlike the traditional divorce litigation process, divorce mediation provides a safe and neutral setting that provides you with the opportunity to develop your own, mutually agreed upon plan for your future, respecting the need to protect any children from the negative impacts of divorce, and your financial security and wellbeing.
I am a Professional Family and Divorce Mediator and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst with offices in Chicago and Northbrook. I work with couples who have decided to separate or divorce. I can help you avoid the pain, anguish, cost and time of going to court. The mediation process gives you the opportunity to make your own agreement, including parenting plans, division of property and debts and financial support. I can help you take the next step in a civil, constructive and respectful way, avoiding a costly legal struggle. I also help couples to communicate more effectively.
Unlike the traditional divorce litigation process, divorce mediation provides a safe and neutral setting that provides you with the opportunity to develop your own, mutually agreed upon plan for your future, respecting the need to protect any children from the negative impacts of divorce, and your financial security and wellbeing.
I am a Professional Family and Divorce Mediator and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst with offices in Chicago and Northbrook. I work with couples who have decided to separate or divorce. I can help you avoid the pain, anguish, cost and time of going to court. The mediation process gives you the opportunity to make your own agreement, including parenting plans, division of property and debts and financial support. I can help you take the next step in a civil, constructive and respectful way, avoiding a costly legal struggle. I also help couples to communicate more effectively.
My strength & commitment is in the areas of Relationships & Partner Issues including Separation, Divorce,Child Custody, Loss & Grief.
"Your relationships are my business." -- Hello, I am Dr. Daniela! I am a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist. I work with a clientele of high-functioning individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds and provide services in German, English, and Italian. With a prior background in international PR and business, I specialize in Life, Stress and Relationship Management for Individuals, Couples, and Corporations.
My strength & commitment is in the areas of Relationships & Partner Issues including Separation, Divorce,Child Custody, Loss & Grief.
"Your relationships are my business." -- Hello, I am Dr. Daniela! I am a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist. I work with a clientele of high-functioning individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds and provide services in German, English, and Italian. With a prior background in international PR and business, I specialize in Life, Stress and Relationship Management for Individuals, Couples, and Corporations.
Nina Rickett-Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60613
I work with children, teens, and adults navigating a variety of challenges, including divorce and separation, anxiety and mood disorders, and life transitions. I use a systems theory framework to bring in questions around one's varying status and identities to then zoom in on how those affect one's individual relationships and internal world. I seek to create a trusting therapeutic alliance in which we can collaborate on techniques that work for you with the assumption that you are the expert of your own life. When working with children I strive to involve the whole family in treatment to ensure consistency and teamwork.
I work with children, teens, and adults navigating a variety of challenges, including divorce and separation, anxiety and mood disorders, and life transitions. I use a systems theory framework to bring in questions around one's varying status and identities to then zoom in on how those affect one's individual relationships and internal world. I seek to create a trusting therapeutic alliance in which we can collaborate on techniques that work for you with the assumption that you are the expert of your own life. When working with children I strive to involve the whole family in treatment to ensure consistency and teamwork.
I specialize in the treatment of children and adolescents living with mood and anxiety disorders and behavioral challenges at school and at home, and have a secondary focus on supporting parents and families experiencing separation and divorce.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have specialized in working with children and families for the past 18 years. Currently, as a psychiatric therapist at a local children's hospital, I provide individual and family therapy to children and adolescents struggling with acute needs, including depression, anxiety and behavioral concerns. I primarily work within the Cognitive Behavioral Model, with a view to helping children and adolescents obtain the skills necessary to become healthy and happy adults.
I specialize in the treatment of children and adolescents living with mood and anxiety disorders and behavioral challenges at school and at home, and have a secondary focus on supporting parents and families experiencing separation and divorce.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have specialized in working with children and families for the past 18 years. Currently, as a psychiatric therapist at a local children's hospital, I provide individual and family therapy to children and adolescents struggling with acute needs, including depression, anxiety and behavioral concerns. I primarily work within the Cognitive Behavioral Model, with a view to helping children and adolescents obtain the skills necessary to become healthy and happy adults.
Andriana Koltko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP, CSTIP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, high stress, and relationship concerns such as divorce.
Life is not always easy - whether psychological or environmental, obstacles often come before us. I am passionate about assisting clients feel empowered to move past these obstacles to have the type of lives that they envision for themselves. I believe this is something we are all deserving of in our lives. Let’s work together by looking at what goals you have and creating a plan on how to achieve them. I will assist you by providing a safe, affirming, inclusive, warm, and open environment where you feel comfortable saying whatever is on their mind. We will work as a team to get you where you want to be.
I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, high stress, and relationship concerns such as divorce.
Life is not always easy - whether psychological or environmental, obstacles often come before us. I am passionate about assisting clients feel empowered to move past these obstacles to have the type of lives that they envision for themselves. I believe this is something we are all deserving of in our lives. Let’s work together by looking at what goals you have and creating a plan on how to achieve them. I will assist you by providing a safe, affirming, inclusive, warm, and open environment where you feel comfortable saying whatever is on their mind. We will work as a team to get you where you want to be.
Patricia Viviana Voloschin-Weiner
Counselor, LCPC, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60610
Divorce mediation allows couples to amicably agree to a parenting plan, division of assets, and support.
I offer Individual, Marital, and Family Therapy; Divorce Mediation and Court appointed Custody Evaluations as well as Court ordered clinical services such as Anger Management. I have over 35 years of experience offering services in English and Spanish. My goal is to assist clients explore feelings, beliefs, or behaviors that are of concern to them, challenge problematic thoughts and reactions, and work towards happiness and conflict resolution. In sessions we will identify aspects of your life or yourself that you would like to change, improve positive thinking and set realistic goals.
Divorce mediation allows couples to amicably agree to a parenting plan, division of assets, and support.
I offer Individual, Marital, and Family Therapy; Divorce Mediation and Court appointed Custody Evaluations as well as Court ordered clinical services such as Anger Management. I have over 35 years of experience offering services in English and Spanish. My goal is to assist clients explore feelings, beliefs, or behaviors that are of concern to them, challenge problematic thoughts and reactions, and work towards happiness and conflict resolution. In sessions we will identify aspects of your life or yourself that you would like to change, improve positive thinking and set realistic goals.
People seek out a counselor who can guide them--or their child--past their struggles to a better life. They want to get better sooner and stay better longer. For over 20 years, I have had the privilege of helping hundreds of adults, children and adolescents move past problems and achieve their goals --and to make those improvements stick. Some clients face coping with frustration, depression, anxiety, or relationship and family problems. For others, it's dealing with transitions such as divorce, loss and grief, school or relationship challenges, medical problems or job loss. And clients deserve great service.
People seek out a counselor who can guide them--or their child--past their struggles to a better life. They want to get better sooner and stay better longer. For over 20 years, I have had the privilege of helping hundreds of adults, children and adolescents move past problems and achieve their goals --and to make those improvements stick. Some clients face coping with frustration, depression, anxiety, or relationship and family problems. For others, it's dealing with transitions such as divorce, loss and grief, school or relationship challenges, medical problems or job loss. And clients deserve great service.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in assisting children, adults, and families in overcoming personal and environmental challenges. My approach to counseling is interactive and respectful, aimed at helping you discover the best solutions in a safe and trusting environment. With expertise in individual and marital therapy, divorce, and child custody hearings, I frequently serve as an expert witness in divorce proceedings concerning the well-being of the child. Our commitment to providing exceptional, empathetic, and compassionate care is at the core of our practice's success and client well-being.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in assisting children, adults, and families in overcoming personal and environmental challenges. My approach to counseling is interactive and respectful, aimed at helping you discover the best solutions in a safe and trusting environment. With expertise in individual and marital therapy, divorce, and child custody hearings, I frequently serve as an expert witness in divorce proceedings concerning the well-being of the child. Our commitment to providing exceptional, empathetic, and compassionate care is at the core of our practice's success and client well-being.
I am passionate about helping individuals and their families navigate various life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, and divorce. Through evidence-based therapeutic approaches, empathetic guidance, and collaboration, I empower my clients to navigate life's challenges with resilience and insight. My theoretical orientations are interactive approaches with CBT and DBT, along with family systems and culturally-sensitive components. My goal is to foster self-awareness, nurture healthy relationships, and cultivate emotional balance in every aspect of a clients' lives.I also supervise students and interns in child focused therapy.
I am passionate about helping individuals and their families navigate various life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, and divorce. Through evidence-based therapeutic approaches, empathetic guidance, and collaboration, I empower my clients to navigate life's challenges with resilience and insight. My theoretical orientations are interactive approaches with CBT and DBT, along with family systems and culturally-sensitive components. My goal is to foster self-awareness, nurture healthy relationships, and cultivate emotional balance in every aspect of a clients' lives.I also supervise students and interns in child focused therapy.
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Amanda Sneed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60606 (Online Only)
I am a graduate of a High Conflict Divorce Coach Certification Program.
My ideal client is anyone that is seeking change and looking to create more balance in their life. My goal is to create a normalcy in the process of finding support during times when we need clarity. Whether or not there is an identified focus, I will walk individuals through gaining awareness and increasing skills to enhance life functioning through a client centered and empowerment focus. My experience includes working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, difficult life transitions, trauma (including working with women in a domestic violence shelter.
I am a graduate of a High Conflict Divorce Coach Certification Program.
My ideal client is anyone that is seeking change and looking to create more balance in their life. My goal is to create a normalcy in the process of finding support during times when we need clarity. Whether or not there is an identified focus, I will walk individuals through gaining awareness and increasing skills to enhance life functioning through a client centered and empowerment focus. My experience includes working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, difficult life transitions, trauma (including working with women in a domestic violence shelter.
Clients often feel discouraged as they attempt to navigate the inevitable challenges of life. We'll identify how you can learn to tackle obstacles to becoming a more aware and engaged partner, parent, co-parent and grandparent. Much of my practice involves working with older people, as well as coaching men experiencing the difficulties of a complicated divorce. I also provide co-parenting consultation. In addition, my practice involves working with adolescents and men struggling with their sexuality, as well as with fathers and sons in conflict, and elders who seek guidance related to loss and how best to re-build their lives.
Clients often feel discouraged as they attempt to navigate the inevitable challenges of life. We'll identify how you can learn to tackle obstacles to becoming a more aware and engaged partner, parent, co-parent and grandparent. Much of my practice involves working with older people, as well as coaching men experiencing the difficulties of a complicated divorce. I also provide co-parenting consultation. In addition, my practice involves working with adolescents and men struggling with their sexuality, as well as with fathers and sons in conflict, and elders who seek guidance related to loss and how best to re-build their lives.
I have experience with the following: Divorce related issues, Family Conflict, Trauma/PTSD, Domestic Violence, Depression, Anxiety. Relationship Issues, Parenting, Life Transitions, Sexual Abuse, Early childhood trauma, and Spanish speaking clients.
I have experience with the following: Divorce related issues, Family Conflict, Trauma/PTSD, Domestic Violence, Depression, Anxiety. Relationship Issues, Parenting, Life Transitions, Sexual Abuse, Early childhood trauma, and Spanish speaking clients.
Jennifer Diamond PhD, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60642 (Online Only)
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I am also trained as a yoga instructor and divorce mediator, and can draw on those resources when useful to you.
My therapeutic focus includes transitions in late adolescence and adulthood, single incident and relational trauma, navigating divorce and post- divorce relationships, and the anxiety and distress that accompany these experiences. I also help mothers and fathers navigate the difficult job of raising children, from infancy through young adulthood, in all types of family configurations. Together, with compassion, we can understand the origins of your distress, what keeps it present in your life, and what changes need to be made to let it go.
I am also trained as a yoga instructor and divorce mediator, and can draw on those resources when useful to you.
My therapeutic focus includes transitions in late adolescence and adulthood, single incident and relational trauma, navigating divorce and post- divorce relationships, and the anxiety and distress that accompany these experiences. I also help mothers and fathers navigate the difficult job of raising children, from infancy through young adulthood, in all types of family configurations. Together, with compassion, we can understand the origins of your distress, what keeps it present in your life, and what changes need to be made to let it go.
I work with adults experiencing difficulty in areas of their life including relationship difficulties, coping with divorce, identity exploration, emotion regulation, depression, anxiety.
The therapeutic dialogue is a unique collaboration in which exploration and growth can occur while addressing difficult issues around relationships and life. I work with clients to navigate challenges and explore the parts of themselves that have held them back or limited their ability to make satisfying decisions. Each person coming to therapy is in a different place with different needs. I meet them at that place and work with them to move forward and find healing. My goal is to approach clients with compassionate understanding.
I work with adults experiencing difficulty in areas of their life including relationship difficulties, coping with divorce, identity exploration, emotion regulation, depression, anxiety.
The therapeutic dialogue is a unique collaboration in which exploration and growth can occur while addressing difficult issues around relationships and life. I work with clients to navigate challenges and explore the parts of themselves that have held them back or limited their ability to make satisfying decisions. Each person coming to therapy is in a different place with different needs. I meet them at that place and work with them to move forward and find healing. My goal is to approach clients with compassionate understanding.
Virginia Torres Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60613 (Online Only)
We will processes the relevant impact of a divorce/seperation including emotional, financial, and child related components.
Las sesiones de terapia estan disponibles en espanol. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience working with individuals and families who have direct and indirect experiences with domestic violence and/or family separation. I am also an attorney with over nine years of litigation experience in family courts representing parents or children as a GAL. My combined experiences working with legal clients and therapy clients provides a hollistic clinical perspective to individuals and families. I provide clinical supervision as a graduate internship site and to therapists seeking their LCSW or LCPC.
We will processes the relevant impact of a divorce/seperation including emotional, financial, and child related components.
Las sesiones de terapia estan disponibles en espanol. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience working with individuals and families who have direct and indirect experiences with domestic violence and/or family separation. I am also an attorney with over nine years of litigation experience in family courts representing parents or children as a GAL. My combined experiences working with legal clients and therapy clients provides a hollistic clinical perspective to individuals and families. I provide clinical supervision as a graduate internship site and to therapists seeking their LCSW or LCPC.
Kimberly Shapps
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW, ICDVP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
In addition to divorce counseling, my areas of specialization include relationship and peer issues, self-esteem, life transitions, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, trauma and PTSD.
I began my career as a practicing attorney representing women in abusive relationships in order of protection and divorce proceedings. As a therapist, I use my legal and therapeutic background to provide individual counseling prior to, during, and after divorce. Divorce is a traumatic life event that can have a ripple effect on nearly every aspect of one's life. I offer clients both concrete help to better understand the legal system and what they can expect from the process, while also working to gain deeper insight into what happened in the relationship and starting to heal from the experience.
In addition to divorce counseling, my areas of specialization include relationship and peer issues, self-esteem, life transitions, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, trauma and PTSD.
I began my career as a practicing attorney representing women in abusive relationships in order of protection and divorce proceedings. As a therapist, I use my legal and therapeutic background to provide individual counseling prior to, during, and after divorce. Divorce is a traumatic life event that can have a ripple effect on nearly every aspect of one's life. I offer clients both concrete help to better understand the legal system and what they can expect from the process, while also working to gain deeper insight into what happened in the relationship and starting to heal from the experience.
Jamie D. Pellar LCSW,BCD,CYT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, CYT, MA
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60613
I am a parent coordinator, divorce coach, coparent specialist, mediator and couples therapist.
With more than 20 years of experience, I have learned to empower my clients with the proper tools to survive the upheaval, heal & then thrive. I believe the mind, body and spirit are all connected & the key to a healthy life is BALANCE. Each person has the ability to achieve this & by utilizing the body and spirit through different modalities, it is facilitated even faster. I provide a safe, nurturing & compassionate environment that promotes healing & growth through different expressions besides just talking including hypnotherapy, yoga & meditation, when appropriate . I work on focus,awareness and energy together with each client to help create a healthier balance.
I am a parent coordinator, divorce coach, coparent specialist, mediator and couples therapist.
With more than 20 years of experience, I have learned to empower my clients with the proper tools to survive the upheaval, heal & then thrive. I believe the mind, body and spirit are all connected & the key to a healthy life is BALANCE. Each person has the ability to achieve this & by utilizing the body and spirit through different modalities, it is facilitated even faster. I provide a safe, nurturing & compassionate environment that promotes healing & growth through different expressions besides just talking including hypnotherapy, yoga & meditation, when appropriate . I work on focus,awareness and energy together with each client to help create a healthier balance.
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.
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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.