You never thought you would be here…but you are. You are scared, anxious about the future, and wondering how your lifestyle will change. You are too tired to even think about rebuilding your life. You are worried about attorneys, court, what your extended family and friends will think, and…. your children. What about your children? They have already dealt with so much. You don’t even have time to care for yourself but you wish you did. You look in the mirror and can tell this divorce is taking a toll on you physically and emotionally. You have so much to talk about but no one feels safe. Your attorney costs too much money every time you call and your friends and family have their own filter, anger, and resentment. And the research tells us that divorce is one of the most devasting events we will ever face in our lives. You need some neutral and safe that can walk you through all of your pain, confusion, relief, and grief. Let us help you! At Sparrow Counseling, located in Birmingham, AL, we have been there. We know what it feels like to be heading towards divorce. We also know that there is hope and restoration on the other side of your pain. Let us walk with you during this time, so you don’t have to do it alone. We know how to help you with creating a new coparenting relationship as well as give you coping strategies for your stress.
Read some of our blogs about our personal journeys of divorce
6 lessons surviving divorce is teaching me…
How can divorce counseling/coach help me?
Divorce counseling can help you navigate the difficult path of divorce that often has many bumps, curves, and long straight roads (the time that passes while you are waiting for attorneys to respond which can seem like an eternity!). Having a counselor/coach walk you through the process can be priceless. Walking with someone that has walked the road before and has left resentment behind and has rebuilt their life, we can provide you with a road map for the best path for you.
Why would I call you instead of my attorney?
Ummmm money. Every time you call your attorney, the clock is ticking and money is being spent. Most of the time at a higher rate than our rate. Also, attorneys are not mental health professionals that are trained in grief counseling and trauma.
Will you give me legal advice?
Absolutely not. Just like we don’t think that attorneys should act as counselors, divorce counselors should not stand in for the legal advice an attorney can give. We beleive it is important for everyone to stay in their lane, so the process can remain clear to the family who is experiencing the transition.
Can you give me advice about parenting plans?
Yes! As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Coparenting Counselor, I am an expert in how to help families create parenting plans that can be a working document as children age but also set the necessary structure that is needed in a parenting plan.
Other Services Sparrow Counseling Offers
At Sparrow Counseling we offer both in-person and online therapy in the state of Alabama. We specialize in marriage counseling, discernment counseling, reunification therapy, blended family counseling, divorce & family mediation, and anxiety therapy. Let us aid you in healing broken relationship patterns that keep you from finding, creating, and keeping healthy relationships with partners, friends, and family. Learn more by checking out our FAQs and Blog!