Frequently Asked Questions: Divorce Counseling

• What is the worst part of divorce?
• Isn't divorce more than just a legal experience?
• Why do you specialize in divorce?
• What is the purpose of the counseling process?
• When should I call you?
• What are the benefits of phone counseling compared to traditional face to face counseling?
• Do you provide other services?

• What is the worst part of divorce?
  The worst part of divorce is that it affects so much of your daily life, including your emotions, your finances, and possibly your physical health. In fact, divorce can be compared to a nuclear chain reaction where every problem aggravates related issues and one can end up marred in a marsh of confusion and pain.

• Isn't divorce more than just a legal experience?
  Divorce is a two-fold process; the emotional divorce and the legal divorce. If the emotional component is inadequately addressed, poor legal judgment can result. A common example of this is when anger is so great that it creates an inability to resolve legal conflict.

• Why do you specialize in divorce?
  Many years ago I went through a painful divorce experience. While I had the legal guidance I needed, I did not have the benefit of working with a counselor who specializes in "letting go," something all divorcees need. My mission became developing an expertise in the grieving process associated with divorce.

• What is the purpose of the counseling process?
  The purpose of the counseling process is for me to help you to get over the pain of loss as quickly and economically as possible. My goal is to assist you to use divorce as a stepping stone to growth and renewal.

• When should I call you?
  Immediately. You should call me whether or not you have made the decision to divorce, you are ambivalent about it, or you have already gone through the process.

• What are the benefits of phone counseling compared to traditional face to face counseling?
  Telephone counseling is an excellent option and has a number of benefits. For clients who have limited time, eliminating travel is a major convenience. Research shows that a client who is at ease in their own home or office is likely to be less inhibited and guarded about discussing difficult topics. The telephone does NOT change my obligation or ability to provide sound, competent services and to protect your confidentiality.

• Do you provide other services?
  Yes. In addition to divorce counseling, I have extensive clinical experience in the following areas: relationship concerns (work related and personal), depression and anxiety, women's issues, aging and life transitions. In addition, I can provide a second opinion on a psychological matter.