LGBTQ+ Break up

Breakup Therapy & Relationship Issues Therapist Near Me

Are you...

  • Struggling to make sense of what went wrong in your last relationship, replaying every conversation and wondering, "Was it me, or was it them?"

  • Feeling stuck in a cycle of grief, anger, and loneliness—one day you're fine, and the next you're crying over their old toothbrush

  • Wondering if you’ll ever find love again—or worse, dreading that you’ll end up settling for less just to avoid being alone?

  • Tired of attracting emotionally unavailable partners or feeling like you always give too much and get too little in return?

Breakups and relationship issues can feel like your world is crashing down. One minute, you’re fine—binge-watching your favorite show and eating takeout—and the next, you’re crying over a mismatched sock they left behind. It’s not just about losing them; it’s the endless “What’s wrong with me?” loop and the panic about starting over. Maybe you’re replaying every argument or stalking their Instagram (we’re not judging, we’ve all been there). The pain is real, and it feels like it’ll never end.

Signs that You Might Be Struggling after a Breakup or in Your Relationship

  • A rollercoaster of emotions—one minute, you’re numb, and the next, you’re crying in your car.

  • Overthinking every text, call, and interaction you have/had with them.

  • Feeling like you’re “too much” or “not enough.”

  • Finding yourself creating problems or sabotaging

  • A constant need to keep busy to avoid the ache of being alone or avoid your feelings.

  • Sleepless nights and mornings when getting out of bed feels impossible.

  • Not feeling like you are heard, seen, or valued in your relationship

LGBTQ+ Breakup Therapy

Therapy for Breakups & Relationship Struggles in St. Pete, FL

Breakups and relationship challenges don’t just hurt your heart—they can shake your sense of safety, connection, and trust. Healing isn’t just about “moving on.” It’s about understanding the deeper patterns in your relationships, reconnecting with yourself, and creating a secure foundation for the future.

Here’s the approach to unpacking it:

Attachment-Based Healing

Your attachment style plays a huge role in how you show up in relationships—whether you cling too tightly, push people away, or fear letting anyone in at all. Together, we’ll explore how your past relationships, childhood experiences, and unmet needs may be influencing your current patterns. By identifying these roots, we can help you move toward a more secure attachment style, where you feel confident, valued, and connected—both with yourself and others.

Somatic Therapy for Emotional Release

Breakups don’t just live in your mind—they live in your body. That ache in your chest? The tension in your shoulders? The pit in your stomach? These are physical manifestations of emotional pain. Using somatic techniques like grounding exercises, body awareness, and mindfulness, we’ll help you process and release the emotions stored in your body so you can feel lighter, freer, and more at peace.

Solutions-Focused Growth

We don’t just focus on what went wrong; we focus on what’s next. Whether it’s building self-worth, creating healthy boundaries, or redefining what love looks like for you, therapy is a space to clarify your goals and take practical steps toward them. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan to help you reconnect with your inner strength and move forward with clarity and purpose.

Five Ways Break up & Relationship Counseling Can Help You

  1. Understand Your Patterns

    Therapy helps you identify recurring relationship dynamics, such as choosing emotionally unavailable partners or struggling to set boundaries. By exploring your attachment style and past experiences, you’ll uncover the “why” behind your choices and learn how to break toxic cycles.

  2. Process Your Emotions

    Breakups stir up a whirlwind of feelings—grief, anger, guilt, confusion—and sometimes, they hit all at once. Therapy provides a safe space to unpack these emotions without judgment. Techniques like somatic therapy can also help release emotions stored in your body, allowing you to feel lighter and more at peace

  3. Rebuild Your Self-Worth

    A breakup can leave you questioning your value or wondering if you’re “enough.” Therapy helps you rediscover your strengths, rebuild your confidence, and reconnect with your sense of identity outside of a relationship.

  4. Improve Communication and Boundaries

    Whether you’re healing from a breakup or working through challenges in an existing relationship, therapy equips you with tools to express your needs clearly and set healthy boundaries. These skills not only help in romantic relationships but also in friendships, family dynamics, and professional settings.

  5. Clarify Your Vision for the Future

    Therapy is a space to explore what you truly want in a relationship—without societal pressure or the fear of being alone. By defining your values, needs, and non-negotiables, you’ll be better prepared to attract and cultivate relationships that align with your authentic self.

Why People Wait to Start Counseling

Many people think, “I should be able to handle this on my own.” But breakups are more than just an ending—they shake up your identity, your routines, and your sense of stability. And let’s be real: well-meaning advice from friends (“Just put yourself out there!”) or that one breakup playlist isn’t enough to help you heal.

Other common barriers include:

  1. Shame or guilt: You feel like the breakup is your fault.

  2. Fear of opening up: You worry therapy will dredge up emotions you’re not ready to face.

  3. Belief that time heals all wounds: While time does help, intentional healing works faster and better.

Here’s the truth: reaching out isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s a sign that you’re ready to reclaim your story and move forward with confidence.

;What Other Counseling Services Are Available

Anxiety isn't the only therapy offered through Christina Rogers Counseling. Whether you're looking for support in managing your relationship, depression, burnout and stress, or taking a deeper look at the root of your self esteem issues - our therapy support can help you!

Christina has a counseling office in St. Petersburg FL. However support is also provided throughout the entire state of Florida through online counseling.

Christina also offers support throughout the state of New Jersey.

If you are looking for holistic coaching or are an entrepreneur looking for specialized therapeutic coaching, Christina serves clients across the United States and internationally.

Christina Rogers LMHC would love to support you - you don't have to navigate this alone!

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St. Petersburg, FL 33781

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