Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women -- Oona Metz, Paperback

Navigate the emotional side of divorce and emerge stronger, more confident, and ready to thrive with this essential guide for women.

Unhitched inspires women to use their divorce as a transformational opportunity for growth and self-discovery. Nationally recognized divorce expert and therapist Oona Metz provides a compassionate yet practical roadmap through every stage of the divorce process. Whether making the decision to end a marriage, coping during separation, dealing with the rollercoaster of emotions, coparenting, or navigating life after divorce, this book offers a wealth of psychological tools to guide you forward.

With over thirty years of experience supporting women as they navigate divorce, Metz weaves together practical guidance, relatable vignettes, and engaging exercises to help make the journey through divorce less overwhelming and more empowering. Topics include:

-The five phases of divorce grief
-Establishing separation boundaries
-Supporting children through the process
-Rediscovering your identity and confidence
-Exploring new relationships post-divorce

Filled with key takeaways, reassuring insights, and inclusive stories tailored for women in both heterosexual and LGBTQ+ relationships, Unhitched offers a reassuring guide to life before, during, and after divorce.

Author: Oona Metz
Publisher: Gallery Books
Published: 01/13/2026
Pages: 352
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d
ISBN: 9781668075388

About the Author
Oona Metz is a nationally recognized therapist, writer, and speaker who specializes in treating women navigating divorce. With over thirty years of experience, Oona has supported hundreds of women through the process of divorce. She is the founder of The Beacon Group Fellowship which trains mental health clinicians throughout the country to lead divorce support groups. She lives near Boston, Massachusetts, with her partner, and a handful of pets. Her young adult children have flown the coop but return home often.