Life Transitions
Significant changes in life — such as divorce, moving, or retirement — that can be mentally taxing.
What are Life transitions?
Life transitions are significant turning points that require adaptation. They can be expected or surprising, positive or challenging. Even positive changes can be stressful: a new job, the birth of a child, or moving can cause stress and uncertainty.
Common stressful life transitions
- Separation or divorce
- Death of a loved one
- Job loss or change
- Retirement
- Moving to a new area or country
- Birth of a child or children leaving home
- Becoming ill
When is therapy needed?
Therapy can help when: - The change feels overwhelming - You can't adapt to the new situation - Your stress is prolonged - The change triggers old, unprocessed feelings - Your identity feels uncertain
How does therapy help?
Therapy provides a space to process change at your own pace. Brief therapy or solution-focused therapy are often good options for dealing with life transitions. A therapist helps you find your own resources and move forward.