5 Tips for Healing a Broken Heart
- Dr. Krista Mancarella
- Jun 27
- 3 min read
Updated: Aug 27
“The Broken Hearted are the bravest among us because they dared to love.”
This Brenee Brown quote is one of my favorites. It reminds me that love and heartbreak are human experiences. I have worked with many who beat themselves up after a breakup, stating they were fools and will never love again. They are actually courageous, vulnerable, and loving individuals.
Heartbreak is universal, but that doesn’t make it any easier. Whether you’re grieving the end of a relationship, struggling with loneliness, or trying to find hope after betrayal, healing takes time. With the right support, it’s possible to turn this painful season into an opportunity for growth.
Feel your feelings, but don’t get stuck!
It’s natural to want to push feelings away — but acknowledging sadness, anger, or grief is the first step toward healing. Journaling or talking with a therapist can help you process emotions in a healthy way. Learn more about Individual Therapy
Rebuild Your Daily Routines
Simple routines like consistent sleep, exercise, and mindful eating are proven to boost emotional resilience. Therapists often help clients create personalized routines to support mental health and prevent depression or anxiety from taking over. Explore Therapy for Stress and Anxiety
Challenge Negative Thoughts
After heartbreak, many people get stuck in unhelpful beliefs: “I’ll never be loved again” or “It was all my fault.” Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is designed to address these thought patterns and replace them with healthier perspectives.
See how CBT and Individual Therapy can help
Process Trauma if Needed
When heartbreak comes from betrayal, abuse, or complicated loss, trauma can linger beneath the surface. Therapies like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and trauma-informed care help people safely reprocess memories so they no longer feel overwhelming.
Stay Connected and Supported!
And I don't mean on social media! Isolation makes heartbreak harder. Reaching out to supportive friends, family, or a therapist can make the difference between staying stuck and moving forward. Couples Therapy may even help if you and your partner want to explore reconciliation or healthier closure.
Finding Support Beyond Heartbreak
A broken heart can feel isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone. With the right support, healing can become an opportunity to rediscover strength, resilience, and hope. Our therapists at Better Being Group provide evidence-based care — from CBT and EMDR to couples therapy — to help you navigate loss, rebuild confidence, and move forward.
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Here are some common questions people have when navigating heartbreak and considering therapy.
How long does heartbreak usually last?
Everyone’s healing journey is different. Some people begin to feel lighter in a few weeks, while others may need months or more. Therapy can help shorten that process by giving you tools to manage emotions, reduce intrusive thoughts, and regain stability.
When should I consider seeing a therapist after a breakup or loss?
If your sadness, anxiety, or stress is interfering with sleep, work, or daily life — or if you feel “stuck” — therapy can provide a safe space and evidence-based strategies to help you move forward.
Can therapy really help me heal from heartbreak?
Yes. Therapy offers more than just support; it provides structured approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, or EMDR to address the emotional impact of heartbreak and guide you toward recovery.
Is therapy only for romantic heartbreak?
Not at all. Heartbreak can come from many experiences: divorce, infertility struggles, the loss of a loved one, or unmet expectations in relationships. Therapy helps you process all kinds of grief and loss, not just breakups.