Written by one who has been there, Formerly a Wife will help those reeling from the devastation of divorce to: -take comfort in knowing they are not alone -take the first steps of survival and healing -be encouraged and better equipped for the next chapter in their life journey Written by one who has been there, Formerly a Wife will help those reeling from the devastation of divorce to: take comfort in knowing they are not alone, take the first steps of survival and healing, be encouraged and better equipped for the next chapter in their life journey. WELBY O'BRIEN holds a master's degree in counseling from Portland State University and a teaching degree from Biola University. She has also authored Goodbye for Now and LOVE OUR VETS: Restoring Hope for Families of Veterans with PTSD, and is a contributing author to Chicken Soup for the Soul, as well as Shepherding Women in Pain.