[2001 ZTS]

Tell him it is the best thing to ever happen to him and use me as the perfect example of why.

Mind you, in my case it didn't come as a much as a surprise or shock to me as we were only sticking it out for the kid. There were no tears shed for my part and not even the remotest thought of a reconcilliation, no emotion at all in fact other than the frustration of dealing with such a retarded bitch.

I didn't need any psychiatric help to deal with the divorce itself but both of us (she and I) were asigned to meet with one becuase of the custody and access battle (long story). Sounds like your pal DEFINATELY needs to and there is nothing wrong with doing so. Very fascinating talking to these people and I think seeing one should be done every year or so by EVERYONE no matter how anyone thinks they feel just like going for a dental check up. We all have "junk" and "stuff".

If he can avoid lawyers do so but definately have one check out any agreement before signing. However because he still feels so attached I think lawyers should oversee everything because he will let emotion overide him getting his fair share. She will walk all over him.

If I had some details I could give LOTS more advice on the financial aspects if you want to PM or talk on Facebook. I did VERY well in that regard, its not always a 50/50 split, there are exclusions he MUST know about. So many that I kept the house and she rents a s***hole.