Divorce therapists in Irmo, SC
Browse Divorce therapists in Irmo, South Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Divorce
Dr. Jeffrey Spodak
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Dealing with actual or possible divorce can be such an upheaval from the life you've known or imagined that having the space to reflect and think things through can be an essential part of the process of change and healing.
26 Years Experience
Online in Irmo, SC
Divorce
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Divorce: Navigating the Systemic Shift
Untangling the Past, Architecting the Future
Divorce is one of the most significant "life transitions" a human can experience. It is rarely just the end of a legal contract; it is a profound restructuring of your identity, your family system, and your future. In my practice, I provide a courageous and neutral space to navigate the overwhelm of uncoupling with dignity, curiosity, and emotional intelligence.
Honoring the Complexity of the Split
Whether you are in the initial stages of discernment or are navigating the aftermath of a finalized decree, we address the layers of the transition:
The Grief Cycle: Moving through the shock, anger, and deep sorrow of the "death" of a shared dream.
Co-Parenting Systems: Using Systems Theory to build a functional, healthy bridge between two homes, ensuring that the children’s needs remain central during the shift.
Identity Re-Formation: Answering the question, "Who am I outside of this 'we'?" and rediscovering your agency and voice.
A Clinical Approach to Uncoupling
With over 20 years of experience, I support individuals and couples through the various stages of divorce:
Discernment Counseling: A specialized space for couples who are "on the brink"—helping you decide with clarity whether to commit to repair or to begin the process of uncoupling.
EFT & Attachment Repair: Even in divorce, understanding your attachment styles can prevent "high-conflict" cycles and help you move through the process without further trauma.
Spiritual Deconstruction & Divorce: For those in religious or spiritual communities, divorce can bring a secondary layer of spiritual trauma or disillusionment. My background (M.Div/PhD) allows us to hold these spiritual questions alongside the clinical ones.
Transitioning with Integrity
I have a "special love" for working with high-profile "healers"—pastors and therapists—navigating divorce. I understand the unique pressure of maintaining a professional "helping" role while your personal system is in flux.
Divorce does not have to be a story of destruction. It can be a story of evolution, boundary-setting, and the courageous pursuit of a more authentic life.
21 Years Experience
Online in Irmo, SC (Online Only)
Divorce
Shai's Coaching and Counseling LLC
Counselor/Therapist
Divorce and separation are confusing times. Anger, resentment, guilt, blame; no matter the feeling, we are here to help. Divorce and separation doesn't have to be traumatic. We focus on helping client to build the communication and conflict-resolution, and emotional regulation skills necessary to get through the process.
2 Years Experience
Online in Irmo, SC (Online Only)
Divorce
Melissa Berschauer
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Untangling a life together is incredibly heavy, and adjusting to the identity shift of a separation or divorce can feel entirely disorienting. If children are involved, navigating the tricky dynamics of co-parenting while trying to process your own grief adds a whole other layer of stress. I am here to help you protect your boundaries, process the painful endings, and build a healthy, practical roadmap for your new normal.
14 Years Experience
Online in Irmo, SC (Online Only)
Divorce
Individual and Couples Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Divorce can be an extremely difficult process that can impact many areas of life. The process of divorce can be made easier with a mindful and informed approach to the process, including everything from exploring the decision to divorce to targeting post-divorce friendship or parenting partnership.
25 Years Experience
Online in Irmo, SC
Divorce therapists in Irmo, SC Statistics
Divorce therapists in Irmo, SC average 18 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (37%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (37%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
|
| 32% |
Male |
|
| 2% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 45% |
Online Only |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 33% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 31% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 45% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Military / Veterans |
| 28% | Christian |