Divorce Therapist in London

This directory brings together therapists in London who work with separation and divorce. You can search by approach, availability and session type, whether you are deciding, in the middle of it, or working out what comes next.

What is divorce therapy?

Therapy around divorce and separation covers several quite different situations. Some people come while still deciding, wanting space to think without being pushed either way. Others come during the process, when the practical demands of housing, money and children leave no room to feel anything. Others come afterwards, sometimes years later, when the grief finally arrives.

The work is usually part grief and part identity. A long relationship ending removes not only a person but a version of the future and often a good deal of daily structure. Where children are involved there is the added task of separating as partners while continuing as parents. Therapists differ in approach, and some also offer work for separating couples together, focused on ending well rather than staying together.

Divorce and separation therapists in London at a glance

Based on the therapist profiles listed on The Therapist Finder. Fees were last reviewed in July 2026.

• The median fee is £85 a session, with most charging between £70 and £115.
• Fees run from £45 to £245, so it is worth comparing a few profiles rather than assuming a single going rate.
• Most of the therapists listed here are currently accepting new clients, though this changes as people fill up.

What to expect from divorce therapy

Early sessions usually make room for the version of events you have not been saying out loud, particularly if friends and family have taken sides or you have been holding things together for children. A therapist is one of the few people with no stake in the outcome, which is often the most useful thing about the arrangement.

Over time the work tends to move from the immediate distress towards the harder questions: what happened in the relationship, what part was yours, and what you want to carry forward rather than repeat. That part rarely feels urgent at first and is often what matters most a year later.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does divorce therapy cost in London?

Across the therapists on the directory who work with separation and divorce, the median fee is £85 a session and most charge between £70 and £115.

Is this the same as mediation?

No. Mediation is a structured legal process for reaching agreement on finances and arrangements for children, usually with a trained mediator. Therapy deals with the emotional side. Many people use both, and they serve different purposes.

Should I come on my own or with my ex-partner?

Most people come alone. Some separating couples do work together, focused on separating with less damage, particularly where children are involved. Both are legitimate, and a therapist can help you decide which fits.

I am not sure whether to leave. Can therapy help me decide?

Yes, and a therapist should not push you either way. The work is about getting clear on what you actually want and what has been stopping you knowing it, rather than reaching a particular answer.

How do I find someone who understands separation with children involved?

Look for therapists who list separation and divorce, family issues or parenting among their areas of work. It is a reasonable thing to ask about directly in a first call.

Does online therapy work during a separation?

Yes, and it is often more practical when your living arrangements are unsettled or you are managing childcare alone. Many London therapists offer both.