Infidelity Therapists in Birmingham, AL
Garrett Brent Irby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, CSAT, CPTT, EMDR
4 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35213
For years, Garrett has served couples dealing with infidelity and betrayal, addicts seeking sobriety, and families affected by the addictions of those they love.
Are you returning to the same behavior over and over despite the consequences? Obsessing over certain behaviors and compulsively acting on them? Maybe a loved one in your life struggling with an addiction? Reaching out for help can feel like the end of the rope. For many, it feels like a free fall. You can overcome all of these struggles. You need a guide. Congratulations for courageously taking this first step. Fearful, confused, think it will never get any better? Want some guidance? Since 2012 Garrett has provided counseling services to people who have deep desires for connection with others and peace with the world.
For years, Garrett has served couples dealing with infidelity and betrayal, addicts seeking sobriety, and families affected by the addictions of those they love.
Are you returning to the same behavior over and over despite the consequences? Obsessing over certain behaviors and compulsively acting on them? Maybe a loved one in your life struggling with an addiction? Reaching out for help can feel like the end of the rope. For many, it feels like a free fall. You can overcome all of these struggles. You need a guide. Congratulations for courageously taking this first step. Fearful, confused, think it will never get any better? Want some guidance? Since 2012 Garrett has provided counseling services to people who have deep desires for connection with others and peace with the world.
I specialize in betrayal trauma — helping individuals, couples, and families heal from the hurt of infidelity, hidden sexual behavior, and broken trust.
I am a fully Certified Gottman Therapist and an authorized provider of the Gottman LoveLab. I help couples at all stages- from building a strong foundation to navigating the aftermath of infidelity and betrayal. As a Sex Addiction Therapist & Certified Clinical Partner Specialist, I offer specialized care to support both partners in healing and reconnection.
I specialize in betrayal trauma — helping individuals, couples, and families heal from the hurt of infidelity, hidden sexual behavior, and broken trust.
I am a fully Certified Gottman Therapist and an authorized provider of the Gottman LoveLab. I help couples at all stages- from building a strong foundation to navigating the aftermath of infidelity and betrayal. As a Sex Addiction Therapist & Certified Clinical Partner Specialist, I offer specialized care to support both partners in healing and reconnection.
I have experience working with couples and families suffering from relationship issues such as disconnection, infidelity, addiction, and trauma as well as a background in working with individuals with eating disorders, addiction, general trauma, and betrayal trauma.
As a trauma specialist trained in Brainspotting, I offer healing from trauma through neurobiological processing and releasing traumatic experiences that are usually outside of the reach of our conscious mind. I am also Gottman Level 2 trained, and can provide a safe, empathetic space to build a strong, relational foundation for couples in distress.
I have experience working with couples and families suffering from relationship issues such as disconnection, infidelity, addiction, and trauma as well as a background in working with individuals with eating disorders, addiction, general trauma, and betrayal trauma.
As a trauma specialist trained in Brainspotting, I offer healing from trauma through neurobiological processing and releasing traumatic experiences that are usually outside of the reach of our conscious mind. I am also Gottman Level 2 trained, and can provide a safe, empathetic space to build a strong, relational foundation for couples in distress.
Marriages on the Brink
When Divorce Seems Inevitable
Infidelity can be the final straw, leaving you both on the brink of divorce.
I specialize in guiding couples through the aftermath of infidelity. My goal is to create a safe, neutral space where you can both be heard and understood. Together, we'll navigate the difficult emotions and begin to process the betrayal. We'll work to uncover the underlying issues that led to this point and lay the groundwork a new, stronger foundation
Marriages on the Brink
When Divorce Seems Inevitable
Infidelity can be the final straw, leaving you both on the brink of divorce.
I specialize in guiding couples through the aftermath of infidelity. My goal is to create a safe, neutral space where you can both be heard and understood. Together, we'll navigate the difficult emotions and begin to process the betrayal. We'll work to uncover the underlying issues that led to this point and lay the groundwork a new, stronger foundation
If you are struggling with challenges such as: marriage or relationship issues, infidelity, anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, or low self-esteem maybe it is time to do something different.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & Professional Counselor, I am dedicated to helping couples work through the difficulties of married life to achieve better communication, greater emotional connection, and a more satisfying marriage. I have training and extensive experience treating trauma, infidelity, and betrayal trauma.
If you are struggling with challenges such as: marriage or relationship issues, infidelity, anxiety, depression, divorce, job loss, or low self-esteem maybe it is time to do something different.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & Professional Counselor, I am dedicated to helping couples work through the difficulties of married life to achieve better communication, greater emotional connection, and a more satisfying marriage. I have training and extensive experience treating trauma, infidelity, and betrayal trauma.
In my private practice, I apply this wealth of experience to helping people navigate a range of personal challenges, including relationship conflict, betrayal trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
With over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, I have spent much of my career working with individuals who face some of the most severe and complex mental health challenges. My background includes managing a mental health division within the probate court system, where I worked closely with those experiencing severe mental illness. This unique experience has deepened my understanding of mental health and the systems that impact people’s lives, equipping me with invaluable insights into the struggles individuals face.
In my private practice, I apply this wealth of experience to helping people navigate a range of personal challenges, including relationship conflict, betrayal trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
With over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, I have spent much of my career working with individuals who face some of the most severe and complex mental health challenges. My background includes managing a mental health division within the probate court system, where I worked closely with those experiencing severe mental illness. This unique experience has deepened my understanding of mental health and the systems that impact people’s lives, equipping me with invaluable insights into the struggles individuals face.
We specialize in supporting couples who feel challenged with intimacy. Emotional closeness is the glue that holds couples together. Many couples deal with desires that feel complicated or find it hard to communicate openly about sex. Together, we’ll work through these concerns and gain a deeper connection with your intimacy. At My Talk Therapy our approach is warm, person-centered, and nonjudgmental. Therapy should be a place where you feel heard, valued, and understood.
We specialize in supporting couples who feel challenged with intimacy. Emotional closeness is the glue that holds couples together. Many couples deal with desires that feel complicated or find it hard to communicate openly about sex. Together, we’ll work through these concerns and gain a deeper connection with your intimacy. At My Talk Therapy our approach is warm, person-centered, and nonjudgmental. Therapy should be a place where you feel heard, valued, and understood.
Kimberlee Kay Daughtry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPS-S, RPT, EMDR, CGT
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Maybe you feel more like roommates than a team, keep getting stuck in the same painful arguments, or are trying to rebuild trust after betrayal.
As a Certified Gottman Therapist, I use structured, research-based methods to help couples understand the patterns keeping them stuck and learn practical skills for lasting change. Together, we create a plan tailored to your relationship, strengthen friendship and communication, manage conflict more effectively, and rebuild trust and connection.
Maybe you feel more like roommates than a team, keep getting stuck in the same painful arguments, or are trying to rebuild trust after betrayal.
As a Certified Gottman Therapist, I use structured, research-based methods to help couples understand the patterns keeping them stuck and learn practical skills for lasting change. Together, we create a plan tailored to your relationship, strengthen friendship and communication, manage conflict more effectively, and rebuild trust and connection.
We all experience ups and downs in our life. Sometimes we have good friends or family members that we can talk to who help us get through the difficult times. Other times we may need more help than those friends or family members can provide. If you find yourself at such a point in life, then I would be happy to talk with you and explain my services. A marriage and family therapist can help you identify the underlying issues and learn skills to promote healing and restoration of relationships.
We all experience ups and downs in our life. Sometimes we have good friends or family members that we can talk to who help us get through the difficult times. Other times we may need more help than those friends or family members can provide. If you find yourself at such a point in life, then I would be happy to talk with you and explain my services. A marriage and family therapist can help you identify the underlying issues and learn skills to promote healing and restoration of relationships.
Most people don't struggle in relationships because they don't care — they struggle because they're stuck in patterns they can't quite see. Maybe you're having the same argument on repeat. Maybe things look "fine" on the outside but feel disconnected underneath. Maybe you've put in real effort and still wonder why nothing's changing. If that's you, I want you to know: the problem isn't your effort. It's that no one's shown you what's actually driving the pattern.
Most people don't struggle in relationships because they don't care — they struggle because they're stuck in patterns they can't quite see. Maybe you're having the same argument on repeat. Maybe things look "fine" on the outside but feel disconnected underneath. Maybe you've put in real effort and still wonder why nothing's changing. If that's you, I want you to know: the problem isn't your effort. It's that no one's shown you what's actually driving the pattern.
Whether it's your own behavior or a betrayal you're reeling from, healing is possible — and you don't have to do it alone.
Are you struggling with sex addiction, or loving someone who is? If you're worn out from the chaos, secrecy, and despair, you are not alone — and there is real hope. As a sex addiction therapist in Birmingham, I help men, betrayed partners, and couples move from isolation to recovery. At Insights Counseling Center, you won't be met with judgment or shame. We understand, because we've been there, and we'll walk with you toward sobriety, healing, and restored relationships.
Whether it's your own behavior or a betrayal you're reeling from, healing is possible — and you don't have to do it alone.
Are you struggling with sex addiction, or loving someone who is? If you're worn out from the chaos, secrecy, and despair, you are not alone — and there is real hope. As a sex addiction therapist in Birmingham, I help men, betrayed partners, and couples move from isolation to recovery. At Insights Counseling Center, you won't be met with judgment or shame. We understand, because we've been there, and we'll walk with you toward sobriety, healing, and restored relationships.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience specializing in how the body, brain, and mind all work together. I take a whole-person approach to therapy and works with individuals ages 14 and over, couples, and groups. I specialize in relationship issues, cross-cultural transition, life transition, anxiety, grief, and depression. I also work with those dealing with ADHD, PTSD, peak performance, or navigating neurodivergence.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15 years of experience specializing in how the body, brain, and mind all work together. I take a whole-person approach to therapy and works with individuals ages 14 and over, couples, and groups. I specialize in relationship issues, cross-cultural transition, life transition, anxiety, grief, and depression. I also work with those dealing with ADHD, PTSD, peak performance, or navigating neurodivergence.
I believe that from the day we are born, to the day we die, we come to know ourselves in and through our most intimate relationships. Hopefully these relationships are life giving, whether they are with our parents, our siblings or our significant partners. However, when we have to struggle to find support and comfort from our loved ones, life can become frustrating and hopeless. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Certified PBSP Certified Therapist, I am trained to offer my clients the most comprehensive counseling practice available to help them improve their most intimate relationships.
I believe that from the day we are born, to the day we die, we come to know ourselves in and through our most intimate relationships. Hopefully these relationships are life giving, whether they are with our parents, our siblings or our significant partners. However, when we have to struggle to find support and comfort from our loved ones, life can become frustrating and hopeless. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Certified PBSP Certified Therapist, I am trained to offer my clients the most comprehensive counseling practice available to help them improve their most intimate relationships.
I specialize in treating a wide range of mental health issues, including addiction, ADHD, anger management, antisocial personality, anxiety, Asperger's syndrome, autism, behavioral issues, bipolar disorder, codependency, depression, divorce, domestic abuse, infidelity, intellectual disability, life coaching, marital and premarital counseling, medication management, men's issues, and OCD.
My career as a Deaf therapist began with a strong desire to bridge the gap in services for the Deaf community and other under-served groups. I believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health care, regardless of their background or circumstances. This belief has driven me to pursue extensive training and education, ensuring that I am well-equipped to meet the needs of my clients. I am licensed in Alabama, Oregon, North Carolina, and Maryland, which allows me to extend my services to a broader range of individuals in need.
I specialize in treating a wide range of mental health issues, including addiction, ADHD, anger management, antisocial personality, anxiety, Asperger's syndrome, autism, behavioral issues, bipolar disorder, codependency, depression, divorce, domestic abuse, infidelity, intellectual disability, life coaching, marital and premarital counseling, medication management, men's issues, and OCD.
My career as a Deaf therapist began with a strong desire to bridge the gap in services for the Deaf community and other under-served groups. I believe that everyone deserves access to quality mental health care, regardless of their background or circumstances. This belief has driven me to pursue extensive training and education, ensuring that I am well-equipped to meet the needs of my clients. I am licensed in Alabama, Oregon, North Carolina, and Maryland, which allows me to extend my services to a broader range of individuals in need.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating betrayal, trauma, life changes and relationship struggles.
Navigating life's complexities can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with trauma, grief, or relationship challenges. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), I specialize in guiding individuals, and couples through difficult times, fostering healing and resilience. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where clients feel empowered to process their emotions and develop resilience. I believe in a collaborative process, tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs and experiences.
I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating betrayal, trauma, life changes and relationship struggles.
Navigating life's complexities can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with trauma, grief, or relationship challenges. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), I specialize in guiding individuals, and couples through difficult times, fostering healing and resilience. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where clients feel empowered to process their emotions and develop resilience. I believe in a collaborative process, tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs and experiences.
Welcome and Congratulations on making the decision to improve your life! Are you facing challenges and you don’t know where to turn? Perhaps you need help with managing depression, anger, anxiety, or grief. Maybe you are looking to improve your self-esteem. Are you having issues with your significant other, children, family, friends, or co-workers? As a licensed psychotherapist and clinically trained EMDR therapist, I can help. I approach therapy from a strength-based, holistic, solution-focused perspective.
Welcome and Congratulations on making the decision to improve your life! Are you facing challenges and you don’t know where to turn? Perhaps you need help with managing depression, anger, anxiety, or grief. Maybe you are looking to improve your self-esteem. Are you having issues with your significant other, children, family, friends, or co-workers? As a licensed psychotherapist and clinically trained EMDR therapist, I can help. I approach therapy from a strength-based, holistic, solution-focused perspective.
Have you been struggling with relationship problems, loneliness, depression, anxiety, unresolved childhood trauma, personal insecurity, low self esteem, or spiritual concerns? May be you have difficulties dealing with aging, adjusting to mid-life transitions, and grieving your life losses. I have a lot of experience in providing counseling to people in distress when they need support, guidance, and encouragement. I help people to uncover their strengths, clarify their values, and start doing what matters.
Have you been struggling with relationship problems, loneliness, depression, anxiety, unresolved childhood trauma, personal insecurity, low self esteem, or spiritual concerns? May be you have difficulties dealing with aging, adjusting to mid-life transitions, and grieving your life losses. I have a lot of experience in providing counseling to people in distress when they need support, guidance, and encouragement. I help people to uncover their strengths, clarify their values, and start doing what matters.
Telling your struggles takes a great deal of courage. I have been inspired by the journeys we are all required to take. Carl Jung stated, "who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." In my work I help individuals begin the healing process to reclaim the power that has been lost., and in building coping skills. This involves the risk of examing who you are, where you come from, and where you hope to go. I specialize in chemical addiction, sexual addiction, families, and couples. I also have extensive experience with men's issues, including relationship coaching, shame reduction, and relapse prevention.
Telling your struggles takes a great deal of courage. I have been inspired by the journeys we are all required to take. Carl Jung stated, "who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." In my work I help individuals begin the healing process to reclaim the power that has been lost., and in building coping skills. This involves the risk of examing who you are, where you come from, and where you hope to go. I specialize in chemical addiction, sexual addiction, families, and couples. I also have extensive experience with men's issues, including relationship coaching, shame reduction, and relapse prevention.
A famous quote says.... "Life is 10 percent of what happens and 90 percent of how you react to it". What does this mean to you? I believe it means that although some life experiences are out of our control, we hold the power to choose how we navigate through them. As a human being, I understand how life’s challenges can cause doubt, hopelessness, and feeling stuck. As a clinician, I understand the importance of mental wellness, and a safe space to equip you to better handle every aspect of daily living. With 7 years of experience, I've helped empower teens, adults, families and couples to manage and embrace life at its fullness.
A famous quote says.... "Life is 10 percent of what happens and 90 percent of how you react to it". What does this mean to you? I believe it means that although some life experiences are out of our control, we hold the power to choose how we navigate through them. As a human being, I understand how life’s challenges can cause doubt, hopelessness, and feeling stuck. As a clinician, I understand the importance of mental wellness, and a safe space to equip you to better handle every aspect of daily living. With 7 years of experience, I've helped empower teens, adults, families and couples to manage and embrace life at its fullness.
Halfway through 2026... (Still) feeling overwhelmed? Sad? Anxious? Stressed? Betrayed? Is a new life change, marriage, relationship, work or other issue distressing you? Therapy may help. Here's a little info about me. I work with individuals & couples who seek counseling to process the "hard stuff" - tragedy, trauma, life transitions. I also work with couples in various stages of relationship.
I won't give you advice or tell you what to do. However, you will gain healthy coping tools/skills to navigate your journey to wellness. We will collaborate to develop your treatment plan, processing your concerns & goals at your own pace.
Halfway through 2026... (Still) feeling overwhelmed? Sad? Anxious? Stressed? Betrayed? Is a new life change, marriage, relationship, work or other issue distressing you? Therapy may help. Here's a little info about me. I work with individuals & couples who seek counseling to process the "hard stuff" - tragedy, trauma, life transitions. I also work with couples in various stages of relationship.
I won't give you advice or tell you what to do. However, you will gain healthy coping tools/skills to navigate your journey to wellness. We will collaborate to develop your treatment plan, processing your concerns & goals at your own pace.
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Infidelity Therapists
How does therapy for infidelity work?
A skilled infidelity therapist will provide a safe space for clients to communicate their feelings and concerns. The goal is to be completely honest about what led to the cheating and how it has affected the entire family to prevent it from recurring in the future. The therapist will help the clients work on rebuilding mutual trust and respect and developing better communication and conflict-resolution skills. If the goal is to remain a couple, clients will learn the “danger signs” for their specific relationship, and they will make a renewed commitment to be faithful.
How long does therapy for infidelity take?
Recovery from infidelity can take time, and it can vary from person to person. Generally, a therapist will want to see the clients at least once a week for around six months. Then the sessions can be arranged as needed, depending on the clients’ individual needs. While therapy may end or shift to an as-needed basis, it can take up to two years or more for some clients to fully recover from infidelity.
How does therapy help the partner who was cheated on?
When a client discovers their partner’s infidelity, their trust in the relationship and in the life they had together may be shattered. They often experience mental health symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They don’t always want to stay in the relationship; they may feel ambivalent or may even want to leave. Therapy gives these clients a safe and healthy way to communicate all of their complicated emotions and concerns.
How does therapy help the partner who committed infidelity?
Infidelity often occurs when one or both partners’ emotional needs are not being met in the relationship. Therapy can help this client understand why they cheated and figure out how to address those unmet needs without resorting to infidelity in the future. This can lessen (but not entirely eliminate) the risk of repeated infidelity. Clients who cheat may also feel intense guilt about deceiving their partners, a sentiment that they can work through in therapy.