Cupid's Coach with Julie Ferman
Ep. 245 - Healing Through Loss: Navigating Divorce Grief & Life Transitions with Cat Hurley
Why does divorce hurt so much when no one died? Because so much actually did. In this episode of the Cupid’s Coach Podcast, host Julie Ferman welcomes Cat Hurley, an Albuquerque-based psychotherapist specializing in grief, divorce, life transitions, and identity. Cat shares her professional expertise and deep passion for grief work to help individuals process major life shifts and rebuild meaningful, resilient lives. Julie and Cat explore the concept of "disenfranchised grief"—losses like divorce, pet loss, infertility, or career shifts that society often fails to recognize or support. Together, they break down modern grief models, the difference between being alone versus feeling lonely, and how to create grounding daily rituals. Whether you are navigating the end of a long-term marriage or learning how to carry heavy emotional weight, this episode offers compassionate tools to help you move forward with clarity and self-worth. Inside this Episode: Understanding Disenfranchised Grief: Why societal judgment makes unacknowledged losses—like divorce or pet loss—feel so isolating. Alone vs. Lonely: How sitting with yourself after a relationship ends can become an empowering tool for self-discovery. Rethinking the 5 Stages: Moving beyond linear grief models toward a dynamic balance of mourning and restoring your life. The Ambiguous Loss of Divorce: How to navigate the ongoing uncertainty when an ex-partner is still physically or psychologically present. Continuing Bonds: Practical ways to honor lost relationships, from writing dissolving letters to establishing comforting personal rituals. Supporting Grieving Children & Teens: Honest, age-appropriate strategies to help adolescents navigate major family transitions. Connect with Cat Hurley: Explore resources and coaching with @Kat_The_Grief_Therapist on social media or visit her website. Connect with Julie Ferman: Ready to transform "me" to "we" and rebuild your love life on purpose? Register for free matchmaking at JulieFerman.com. #CupidsCoach #CatHurley #GriefTherapy #DivorceGrief #LifeTransitions #HealingJourney #DisenfranchisedGrief #DatingAdvice #RebuildingAfterDivorce
