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Thriveworks divorce counseling in Virginia Beach, VA can help couples understand if they want to divorce or help them move forward post-divorce. Either way, it helps them navigate conflicts and/or tough conversations that pertain to their relationship and individual selves.
Divorce counseling at Thriveworks is tailored to each couple and the individuals that make up that couple. It works by offering…
Divorce counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The amount of divorce counseling sessions will vary from one person to the next, depending on their specific needs. However, it typically lasts for several weeks or months.
Life eventually settles, and many people find that setting aside time to heal after a divorce sets them up for a happy future. Divorce recovery is a unique path for each person, and many have looked to a mental health professional to guide their process.
Thriveworks Virginia Beach offers divorce recovery counseling because healing is possible. Our therapists understand the hardships that come with a divorce, and we have also helped many people overcome those difficulties to rebuild a beautiful, fulfilling life.
Infidelity, financial stress, addiction, lying, irresponsible behavior, in-laws, health problems, and more are often cited as the reasons a couple splits. And yet, many other couples face these same circumstances but work through the challenge. What is the difference? Often the surface problems in a marriage are not the real issues driving a wedge between spouses. Instead, toxic behavior that underlies these surface issues is often the real reason people divorce.
In his famous study on marriage and divorce, Dr. John Gottman identified the four toxic behaviors that often lead to divorce. In fact, Dr. Gottman could often observe a couple’s interactions and determine whether they would still be married in 10 years—with alarm accuracy and based upon these four dynamics:
When a divorce is finalized, of course, a marriage relationship ends, but this is just the beginning of the costs. Other losses that may be incurred will vary from person to person but will likely include…
These are significant costs that need to be grieved. People may feel a wide range of emotions with their grief. It is normal to feel fear, bargaining, guilt, shock, denial, sadness, and anger, sometimes all at the same time. Whatever emotions arise, they are okay.
Feelings often are clues into the wounds that people have sustained and the type of healing they need. With time, these feelings may also be clues on how to escape unhealthy, past patterns and move forward, rebuilding a fulfilling and happy future.
If you divorce is being finalized or has recently been finalized, know that Thriveworks Virginia Beach know the ups and downs of divorce recovery. We have helped many people find happiness after their marriage ends.
If you are ready to schedule an appointment with a counselor at Thriveworks Virginia Beach, here are a few things that may be helpful to know when you call our office:
If you are ready to see a counselor, we are ready to help. Call Thriveworks Virginia Beach today.
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