Bonus – The 5 Phases of Divorce: From Heartbreak to Healing with Oona Metz (297)

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Oona Metz discusses the five phases of divorce, offering insights into the emotional journey and healing process.

Patreon/Supercast Special Release – Bonus – The 5 Phases of Divorce: From Heartbreak to Healing with Oona Metz (297) This is a sneak peek of our episode with Oona Metz – available only on our Premium Supercast and Patreon platforms. For as little as $5/month you can have access to special releases like this one, first-to-know about upcoming events and discounts and an ad-free feed. Click here to join & finish the episode!! Divorce Isn’t One Moment—It’s 5 Phases Therapist and author Oona Metz draws on three decades of experience supporting women through divorce. She breaks down the emotional arc of separation through her five-phase model, offering a clear lens into the grief, upheaval, and eventual growth that can unfold. The episode also explores common misconceptions, practical guidance for clinicians and individuals, and the powerful role of support groups in the healing process. “Well meaning friends and family who are not divorced often can’t grasp the weight of uncertainty that coincides with dismantling a family. No one brings a lasagna or sends flowers when a marriage dies.” – Oona Metz, LCSW CGP Time Stamps for Bonus – The 5 Phases of Divorce…

People in this episode

Hosts: Sue Marriott LCSW, Ann Kelley PhD

Guest: Oona Metz

Topics covered

• divorce
• emotional healing
• support groups
• grief
• self-care

Keywords

• divorce phases
• emotional support
• healing process
• grief
• self-care

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