The Divorce Healing Secret Nobody Talks About: Support Groups That Actually Work with Therapist Oona Metz

In this heartfelt episode of Divorce Happens, Olivia Howell sits down with therapist and divorce expert Oona Metz to explore the healing power of community—especially through therapist-led divorce support groups. With over 15 years of experience leading these groups, Oona shares why communal healing matters, how her groups have transformed women's lives, and what makes these spaces so profoundly effective.

Oona and Olivia unpack the emotional complexity of divorce—from fear and grief to relief and empowerment—and discuss why support groups are such a powerful place to process it all. They dive into the structure of her groups, the safety and confidentiality that therapists provide, and how being in community helps women reclaim their voice, set boundaries, and feel less alone in the process.

Whether you're newly separated, knee-deep in legal battles, or years out and still processing, this episode is a loving reminder: you don’t have to go through this alone. The healing starts when you find your people—and Oona is here to show you how.

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