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"Healing the Broken Heart "
"Healing the Broken Heart "
Gayle Singer, L.C.S.W., Inc.   CA Lic #: 15307 gayle@childrenofdivorce.com
144 South Beverly Drive Suite 402 Beverly Hills, CA 90212 (310) 271-4749
DON'T   IGNORE   THE   DISTRESS   SIGNALS!
FOR PARENTS
Now that you are separated and/or your child knows you are getting a divorce..... 		|
FOR CHILDREN
Do you think that your parents are about to get divorced? Have they told you so already?
  • Is your child having unusual trouble in school? Difficulty concentrating? Declining grades?
  • Is your child having nightmares?
  • Has she/he become withdrawn?
  • Is your child fighting with peers?
  • Has your child stopped talking to you?
  • Has your child begun to suffer from depression?
  • Has he/she run away from home?

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  • Do you catch yourself thinking, "If only I'd been a better kid, they would still be together?"
  • Do you feel that your parents are using you as a messenger to communicate?
  • Are you afraid that you'll have to move, leave your friends, and change schools?
  • Are you angry at the thought of living in two houses?
  • Are you afraid to tell your parents how you feel about their breakup?


WHAT RESEARCH SUGGESTS:
EARLY INTERVENTION:
Numerous research studies suggest that the trauma of divorce remains with children throughout their entire lives. Helping children at an early age to express and deal with their feelings, will enable them to enjoy healthy and mature relationships in the future.

TYPES OF TREATMENT:
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY:
Often children find it difficult to express their feelings (anger, sadness, guilt) to their parents. The introduction of a third party, who is not emotionally involved with the child, or parents provides a means for both parent and child to openly communicate, without destructive consequences. 		GROUP THERAPY:
In a small group setting, children begin to accept the fact that their parents' divorce is not their fault. They learn that they are not alone, and begin to build their self-esteem. Art therapy, role-playing, and verbalization of feelings are all used to help children cope with the disruption of their family life. 		FAMILY THERAPY:
Family therapy allows each parent the opportunity to talk with their child and the therapist in a neutral environment.
AT WHAT AGE CAN A CHILD BENEFIT FROM THERAPY?
ACHIEVING A RESOLUTION:
Children as young as five years of age through adolescence may receive treatment. Length and frequency of treatment will depend on the child's needs. The purpose of therapy is to create a healing relationship between parents and children. This relationship will help reestablish a sense of trust and respect in the family.


INTRODUCING GAYLE SINGER ....

[ Portrait of Gayle Singer ]
Gayle Singer, L.C.S.W. holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Berkeley (1981) and a Masters degree from Catholic University of America, in Washington, D.C. (1986).

In 1989, Ms. Singer completed a Clinical Social Work Fellowship Program at Thalians Mental Health Center at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

For the past 10 years, Ms. Singer has had a private practice in Beverly Hills, specializing in Children of Divorce and Relationship Problems.


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[ GAYLE SINGER'S ONLINE INQUIRIES FORM ]
Internet visitors interested in the services of Gayle Singer are welcome to use her Online Inquiries Form to make an appointment, ask questions, or make comments. Ms. Singer responds to each message personally and you can expect a response within seven days. For a quicker response, please call Gayle Singer at the telephone number below.

However, if you are in an urgent situation and need help right away, please contact a mental health professional in your local area immediately.
Gayle Singer, L.C.S.W., Inc.   CA Lic #: 15307 gayle@childrenofdivorce.com
144 South Beverly Drive Suite 402 Beverly Hills, CA 90212 (310) 271-4749
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