Separation counselling – guidance and clarification during a challenging phase
During a challenging phase, our separation counselling can help you regain your bearings and calmly clarify important matters.
Professional support in difficult times
Separation counseling supports people during one of the most difficult phases of life: the end of a relationship.
It helps to process emotions, to resolve conflicts constructively and to find new paths – be it for reconciliation or for a respectful new beginning.
Consultation appointments in German or English.
Understanding separation as a process
A breakup is rarely a single moment. It is often preceded by a longer internal process, characterized by doubt, ambivalence, and conflicting emotions. Many people experience both a desire for closeness and a need for distance. Separation counseling offers a safe space to consciously reflect on this process.
When separation counseling can be useful
Separation counseling can be helpful if you are unsure whether separating is the right step. Professional support can also be a relief if conversations about separation repeatedly escalate or are avoided altogether. Typical reasons for seeking counseling include:
- Uncertainty about staying or leaving
- Recurring conflicts without a future
- emotional exhaustion or resignation
- Considerations of separation due to fear or pressure
- Responsibility towards shared children
The aim of separation counselling is not to dictate a decision, but to make it viable and conscious.
Clarification before a decision
In the period leading up to a potential separation, conflicting needs often coexist. Separation counseling helps to sort out these needs and to perceive one's own boundaries more clearly.
Talking can reveal what still connects the couple and what causes lasting strain. Some couples gain new perspectives on their relationship through this process. Others reach a clear decision to separate.
Support during the separation process
Once the decision has been made, separation counseling can help to make the separation process as respectful as possible.
This includes preparing for difficult conversations as well as structuring transitions.
An orderly process can limit emotional hurt and provide guidance.
Separation with children involved
When children are involved, a special responsibility comes into play. Separation counseling helps to separate relationship conflicts from shared parenting responsibilities.
The goal is to avoid putting children in loyalty conflicts. Clear agreements and respectful interactions provide children with security.
Our systemic approach in separation counselling
We work impartially and without judgment. It's not about assigning blame or convincing anyone. Separation counseling respects individual decisions and personal boundaries. Doubt and ambivalence also have their place.
Sometimes, during the counseling process, it becomes clear that separation is not the only possible path. Sometimes, it is confirmed as the right decision. Both can be responsible outcomes.
Distinction from legal advice
Separation counseling does not replace legal or financial advice. Consulting other specialists may be advisable in such cases.
The focus is on the emotional, communicative, and relational process.
Individual or couples counseling
Separation counselling can be used jointly or individually.
Some people need space for themselves before a joint conversation is possible. Separate conversations can also contribute to clarification.
Costs and framework
The Initial and clarification consultation kostet 140 EUR This initial consultation typically lasts about an hour. It constitutes a full session in which your concerns are carefully assessed. You will gain an initial perspective and a realistic understanding of what further steps might be beneficial. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee on this initial consultation. If you are not satisfied, we will refund the full amount.
Follow-up calls also typically last about an hour. The cost depends on your chosen plan. There is no obligation to book a specific number of calls.
Common topics in separation counseling
- If your partner wants to separate – develop strategies and find your own options for action
- Separation counselling despite a rejected partner – gain clarity and act constructively yourself.
- Shortly before the divorce – final impulses for a respectful process.
- Separation with children – age-appropriate communication, visitation arrangements, ensuring the child's welfare.
- Coping with emotional separation – transforming grief, anger, and fear into new perspectives.
- Financial aspects – maintenance, division of assets, planning for independent living
• Strategies are then developed to either support reconciliation or enable a respectful separation.
• Online services also allow for flexible and discreet consultation.
• Investing in separation counselling often saves high subsequent costs due to legal disputes or health problems.
Transparency, price and booking
Initial consultation with a satisfaction guarantee. Transparent terms and invoice.
Book your appointment online. Evening appointments or online appointments are available upon request.