Divorce
The end of a marriage is a complex and painful event that affects not only the individuals involved but also their families and communities. Divorce marks the end of a significant chapter in one’s life and can come with many emotions such as anger, sadness, guilt, fear, relief, confusion, loneliness, and more. These feelings are a natural response to loss and are part of the grieving process. With divorce also comes many legal, financial, and personal decisions that must be made, which can feel overwhelming. While the support of friends and family is incredibly valuable during divorce, sometimes therapy is needed to work through emotions, gain clarity, and develop strategies for moving forward.
Therapy is a space to process and understand the raw emotions that come with divorce to promote emotional healing. A therapist can provide resources to cope with the difficult feelings that arise. They can also help you identify the behavior patterns and beliefs that contributed to the end of your marriage, which will help you find peace and move forward. Additionally, a therapist will work to understand your specific situation so they can support you in making important decisions. For parents who are getting divorced, one of the most important decisions that must be made is how parental responsibilities will be divided. Divorce impacts children in a profound way, so it must be navigated intentionally. A therapist will work to help parents manage conflict and communicate respectfully so they are able to support their children during the transition and be successful co-parents.
Minnesota Renewal Center also provides referrals for mediation services that provide a neutral third party to efficiently address and resolve disputes. The goal of mediation is to help both parties reach an cooperative agreement about issues such as child custody and co-parenting plans, financial matters, property division, and more. For more information about divorce therapy at Minnesota Renewal, inquiries@minnesotarenewal.org.