Infidelity Therapists in Bel Air, Los Angeles, CA

My specialty and passion is therapy for intimacy, couples, sexual dysfunctions, and relationship concerns. I work with individuals and couples who have difficulties adapting to the dynamics of an intimate relationship. This can be the result of traumatic experiences, the need for personal exploration, and/or sexual dysfunctions. The clients I typically work with are disappointed with their relationship and/or sex life, they may have experienced betrayal , they might avoid sex because it’s painful, stressful, or anxiety-producing, or want to expand their sex horizons (e.g., Kink, Vanilla, BDSM, etc.).

Absolute " sex addiction " elite level expert, 25 years 40,000 hours "sex addiction" specialist therapy provided brings better insights. Evidence based research oriented treating of “Sex Addiction” Infidelity / Cheating / Affairs , Prostitution,Seeking Arrangements, Apps, Strip Clubs Massage Parlors, Sex Misconduct, Certified Specialist. I created government funded sexual misbehavior programs, utilizing highly effective clinical models. I use the most up to date understandings to have you not act out self destructive actions while simultaneously loving yourself and the life you have. I love to help my clients correct these behaviors.

Specializing in recovery from infidelity for more than a decade, I see addicts, & partners, and those involved in single affairs . I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Woodland Hills, California. I LOVE to work with couples because I believe we heal & transform in healthy relationships! I run weekly groups for betrayed partners with a trauma model and personal empowerment approach. I am often called to teach or present locally and nationally about treating betrayal , problematic sexual behavior & creating secure functioning relationships. Fill out a form on my website and my assistant will schedule a time for us to talk!

My practice focuses on work with couples who wish to connect better in the face of challenges, such as from difficult communication, blame, career shifts, or infidelity .

As a Board Certified Sex Therapist and an Internationally Certified Addiction Counselor, I help people who suffer from problematic sexual behavior. Pornography and PIED, excessive masturbation, sexting, hook-up apps, infidelity , anonymous sex and prostitution are some of the typical behaviors that can become compulsive and difficult to control. If you want to stop a behavior, but find you can't, I can help you. If you repeatedly break promises to yourself or to your partner, I can help you. If you want to stop holding secrets and leading a double life, I can help. This is my sole specialty.

As a sex and relationships therapist, I support clients in working through betrayal and lack of trust due to infidelity , sex and porn addiction, sexual trauma, discrepancy in desire in couples, sexual inexperience, lack of desire, sex therapy, healthy relationships, and sexual dysfunction such as erectile dysfunction and vaginismus. I use a warm and nonjudgmental approach to support clients in releasing shame to get to the root of healing. I believe that all clients have the inner resources and tools with which to navigate life’s challenges and that it is my job to support clients in identifying and strengthening these tools.

Relationships are as important to us as food and water. They can strengthen us, like a vitamin, or weaken us, like the flu. You are only as good in relationships as the relationships you have been in. As your therapist, I can assist you in many ways. I can help you learn more about yourself, increase both self-compassion and compassion for others, and heal past trauma. Together, we can explore how to feel more connected to yourself, your values, and people you care about.

Is your relationship at an impasse? Are you dealing with issues of trust & infidelity , lack of intimacy, emotional turbulence, communication difficulty, and overall sense anxiety & grief? I offer a safe and welcoming environment for couples and individuals to talk through their emotional experiences, internal turmoil, and conflicts to begin the journey to healing. Through therapy, I help partners of all diverse backgrounds and orientation move from gridlock by learning healthier communication skills, love languages styles, time-outs and self-soothing strategies to foster an environment of growth towards a meaningful relationship.

I support people struggling with sex and porn addiction, drugs and alcohol, and other compulsive behaviors that have created chaos in their own life and relationships. I also work with spouses/partners who have been negatively impacted by betrayal , trauma and addictions. With over 20 years of clinical experience I provide a focused therapy plan and tools through mindful and confidential counseling so that you are able to live life and make healthy choices. You can make changes, rebuild trust and respect, and connect with people you love, and I am here to help every step of the way. Investing in your mental health is a wise choice.

Are you struggling in your relationship? Overwhelmed due to relationship issues/ infidelity /sex? Are you struggling with previous or current trauma? Seeking counseling can be an anxious time for many people, yet I believe it can be the start to a positive and productive experience where change takes place and growth happen. I believe in joining with my clients to create a therapy experience tailored to their individual needs, where they feel safe, and heard, and see growth.

Fred Rogers said, “It’s the people we love the most who can make us feel the gladdest… and the maddest! Love and anger are such a puzzle! It’s hard for us, as adults, to understand and manage our angry feelings toward parents, spouses, and children, or to keep their anger toward us in perspective. It’s a different kind of anger from the kind we may feel toward strangers because it is so deeply intertwined with caring and attachment.” Does this statement resonate with you? If so, you are not alone.

I specialize in helping individuals and couples find and maintain healthy and happy relationships. This includes: healing from sexual trauma, addiction/codependence recovery, sex/porn addiction, grief/repair from infidelity and/or betrayal , conflict resolution, communications skills, finding healthy partnerships, building healthy intimacy and sexuality in your relationship, and so on.

Families are greatly impacted by betrayal , infidelity and sex addiction. As parents struggle to orient themselves to a new reality in the face of betrayal , it can be overwhelming and painful for a parent to recognize the immediate and future impact on their children. Well meaning parents can unintentionally make serious mistakes in managing the family during this painful and confusing time. You may have questions at this time such as “How is the tension in the household affecting our child?" and “Is our child internalizing emotional pain that we can't see?”

My clinical approach is multi-disciplinary and rooted in psychodynamic theory, existential psychology, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I also have a background in integrative health and wellness, which can contribute to a more in-depth perspective on treatment. My style is collaborative, intuitive, direct, and non-judgemental, and I encourage clients to be true to themselves and transparent. Although treatment is based on an individual's needs and goals, principle themes in all treatment are to help one regain one’s confidence and strength and to reinforce one’s resiliency.

Modern Life has us facing increasingly difficult challenges. Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Challenges, and much more. When these challenges arise in your life, how do you navigate it? What tools do you use? One of the most powerful healing and growth practices is therapy. Give yourself the space to explore, heal, create and transform your Self, your relationships, your life. Modern living is multifaceted, chaotic, and creative. Taking time to really understand yourself, in your wholeness, is one of the best experiences you can have. A genuine connection w/ your therapist/coach is vital. Call to schedule a 20 min intro call.

Dr. Wendy M. O'Connor is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as holds a doctorate in psychology and is in private practice in Brentwood & Encino California. She has worked in various settings with over seventeen years of experience in the community. Dr. Wendy O'Connor & Associates specialize in single adults, couples & teens.

I'm a board-certified couple and family psychologist in Los Angeles. For couples looking for a more effective way to navigate conflict, improve emotional connection, and rekindle intimacy - consider leveraging Gottman-Method Couples Therapy. It's an approach with 50+ years of empirical support and focuses on actionable steps you can take every day to improve and sustain a healthier love. For individuals, I provide CBT, PE, and CPT treatment for anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

I am dedicated to providing meaningful VIRTUAL psychotherapy and counseling. As an established and experienced therapist, I treat adults, as well as adolescents, and create a compassionate and judgment-free space for you to explore your most intimate challenges. I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist who has first-hand experience with the transformative power of therapy and the meaningful ways it can heal and repair your relationships as well as create lasting intimacy. EMDR Trained.

I believe the most important element of effective therapy is the genuine connection between the patient and therapist. My approach to therapy is interactive, supportive, and empathic. I am experienced with working with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, trauma, stress, and life transitions. l also work with people who are feeling stuck or unfulfilled in life. I have a special passion for helping couples rebuild and redevelop trust after an affair and have extensive experience working with firefighters and other first responders.