Money Grief After Divorce: The Hidden Loss No One Talks About

When we think about grief after divorce, most people imagine the loss of love, trust, or family structure. But there’s another kind of grief that runs deep, and is rarely named: money grief.

One of my clients once said, “I’m not grieving the loss of my ex, my identity, or our failed dreams. I’m grieving not seeing my children every day, and losing my beautiful house.”

In the divorce world, we often talk about grieving relationships, family routines, or personal identity. But there's a quieter grief many people carry: I miss my house. I miss the lifestyle I once had.