American Psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross identified five
stages of grief-- denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.
Divorce or a failed relationship can bring with it emotions of grief and
depression similar to the loss of a loved one through death, along with anger,
guilt and a host of other unhealthy feelings. When these feelings become
overwhelming at during the dissolution of a relationship--or if they are
pervasive and persistent for more than a year--it can be helpful to get a
qualified counselor to help get past these stages of mourning your lost union.
Sometimes blending counseling with other faith-renewing activities
such as prayer, volunteering, meditation, or attending your church or place of
worship can bring hope and the acceptance that is the final stage of grief.
When the cause of a marriage or relationship’s dissolution
is infidelity, anger is especially prevalent but there can also be anger at
perceived betrayal of the vows of “until death do we part,” especially if one
spouse has been supportive to the point of suppressing their own development
during many years of marriage. Counseling can help individuals learn to forgive
both themselves and their partners, or at least come to terms in ways that
bring greater peace.
We are a Christian-based
counseling center and encourage each individual to examine spiritual issues
and turn to their faith for healing.
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