Breakup Counselling
Heal From Heartbreak and Find Your Way Forward
Breakup counselling is individual talk therapy that helps people recover after a breakup or divorce by processing grief, reducing overthinking and rebuilding confidence and healthy routines.
Reviewed by Dr. Meera Kulkarni, M.Phil Clinical Psychology12+ years' experience
What do people feel after a breakup?
After a breakup it is common to feel grief, anxiety, loneliness, anger and constant overthinking. Some people have trouble sleeping or lose interest in daily life. These reactions are normal responses to loss. If they last for weeks or affect work, support can help.
- Grief and sadness
- Anxiety or racing thoughts
- Loneliness
- Anger or betrayal
- Overthinking and replaying conversations
- Low mood or post-breakup depression
How do I get over a breakup?
Getting over a breakup starts with allowing yourself to grieve, creating some distance from your ex, and rebuilding daily routines. Lean on friends, sleep and move your body. If the pain feels stuck, breakup counselling gives you a guided space to heal.
- Allow yourself to feel the loss
- Limit contact and social media checking
- Keep simple daily routines
- Reconnect with friends and interests
- Ask for professional help if you feel stuck
Who is breakup therapy for?
Breakup therapy is for anyone struggling after a relationship ends, whether you ended it or they did. It also helps after divorce, toxic relationships, one-sided love, long-distance breakups and being ghosted.
After a breakup
Whether you ended it or they did.
Divorce recovery
Rebuilding life after marriage ends.
Toxic relationship recovery
Healing after control or manipulation.
One-sided love
Letting go of feelings that weren't returned.
Long-distance breakup
When distance quietly ended things.
Being ghosted
Finding closure without an explanation.
What happens in breakup counselling? Our 4-Stage Heal & Rise Approach
Our 4-Stage Heal & Rise Approach is how we structure breakup counselling at Urban Counsellor. Each step builds on the last, at a pace that feels right for you.
- 1
Feel
Space to name and process grief, anger and loss.
- 2
Understand
Make sense of what happened to find closure.
- 3
Rebuild
Reconnect with your strengths, routines and self-worth.
- 4
Rise
Move on in a healthy way and, when ready, trust again.
Every journey is different. Many clients notice real progress, but we never promise specific outcomes.
Who is breakup counselling for — and who is it not for?
Breakup Counselling is a good fit for most people facing everyday relationship difficulties. It is not a replacement for emergency, medical or legal help.
This is for you if…
- Anyone struggling after a breakup or divorce
- People healing from a toxic relationship
- Those stuck in overthinking or unable to move on
- People wanting to rebuild confidence before dating again
This is not the right support if…
- Thoughts of self-harm or suicide — please call Tele-MANAS (14416) or 112 now
- Severe depression needing medical care — we can help you find a psychiatrist
Not for emergencies. If you are in crisis, please contact a local helpline such as Tele-MANAS (14416) or emergency services (112).
Online or in-person breakup counselling?
Both formats offer the same support and cost the same. Many people prefer online sessions after a breakup because they can talk from a familiar, private space at any hour.
| Online | In person (Pune) | |
|---|---|---|
| Where | Anywhere in India, by secure video | Our private counselling room in Pune |
| Session length | 50 min individual · 75 min couple | 50 min individual · 75 min couple |
| Best for | Busy schedules, long-distance couples | People who prefer face-to-face |
| Fee | Same as in person | Same as online |
Where and in which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered online by secure video anywhere in India and in person at our practice in Pune. You can talk to us in English, Hindi or Marathi.
Areas we serve
Online across India. In person in Pune.
Languages
Sessions in English, Hindi and Marathi.
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Helpful reading on breakup counselling
10 Signs Your Relationship Needs Counselling
Not sure if what you're going through is 'bad enough' for counselling? These gentle signs can help you decide.
How to Get Over a Breakup: A Step-by-Step Guide
Heartbreak is real grief. These gentle steps can help you cope, find closure and slowly feel like yourself again.
Sources
Sources and further reading
- Source: World Health Organization — Mental health
- Source: Tele-MANAS — Government of India mental health helpline
- Source: NIMHANS — National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences
Our content is written and reviewed by qualified counsellors and checked against reputable sources. It is general information, not a diagnosis or medical advice.
You don't have to figure this out alone
Take the first small step. A free 15-minute call helps you understand whether counselling feels right for you — no pressure, fully confidential.
How do I book breakup counselling?
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