Infidelity Therapists in Sacramento, CA

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Jessie Regan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
I’m ready to help you through the tough stuff — understanding the impact of and healing from infidelity, working to rebuild connection and intimacy after it feels like it's been lost, or navigating separation/divorce.
I’m the type of therapist who enjoys taking on the complexity of life, emotions, and relationships. I help​ individuals and couples who find themselves in a place in life where so much seems to be going right, but stress or insecurities may be taking big toll. On the outside it may seem like you have it all together, but what others might not see is the immense pressure or emotional distress that has been building up beneath the surface. It might feel like we should be able to figure it all out on our own, but even the most successful, self-sufficient people need support working through life's challenges.
I’m ready to help you through the tough stuff — understanding the impact of and healing from infidelity, working to rebuild connection and intimacy after it feels like it's been lost, or navigating separation/divorce.
I’m the type of therapist who enjoys taking on the complexity of life, emotions, and relationships. I help​ individuals and couples who find themselves in a place in life where so much seems to be going right, but stress or insecurities may be taking big toll. On the outside it may seem like you have it all together, but what others might not see is the immense pressure or emotional distress that has been building up beneath the surface. It might feel like we should be able to figure it all out on our own, but even the most successful, self-sufficient people need support working through life's challenges.
(530) 444-4904 View (530) 444-4904
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William Schult
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95825
I treat adult individuals and couples who are motivated, open-minded and committed to their own success. I enjoy working with insightful and reflective people struggling with relational issues like infidelity, intimacy, moving on from a relationship and poly/open relationships. I'm experienced working with high-demand professionals, fellow therapists, doctors and LGBT clients seeking to repair their relationships or overcome personal obstacles. I'm also the Founder/Executive Director for Couples Resource Collective and served two terms as Treasurer for the Sacramento Valley California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
I treat adult individuals and couples who are motivated, open-minded and committed to their own success. I enjoy working with insightful and reflective people struggling with relational issues like infidelity, intimacy, moving on from a relationship and poly/open relationships. I'm experienced working with high-demand professionals, fellow therapists, doctors and LGBT clients seeking to repair their relationships or overcome personal obstacles. I'm also the Founder/Executive Director for Couples Resource Collective and served two terms as Treasurer for the Sacramento Valley California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
(916) 458-4017 View (916) 458-4017
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Giana Azizeh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95825
Hi there! It’s important to experience a warm, nurturing, personalized space to help you reconnect with yourself and in your relationships. I’m passionate about helping individuals and couples overcome challenges surrounding intimacy, infidelity, communication, and connection. I promote my client’s individual growth and relationship health by incorporating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Inner-Child Work, and Strength-Based approaches.
Hi there! It’s important to experience a warm, nurturing, personalized space to help you reconnect with yourself and in your relationships. I’m passionate about helping individuals and couples overcome challenges surrounding intimacy, infidelity, communication, and connection. I promote my client’s individual growth and relationship health by incorporating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Inner-Child Work, and Strength-Based approaches.
(916) 252-5439 View (916) 252-5439
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Couples Resource Collective Counseling Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825
You deserve a happy and successful relationship. Learn to how to repair personal or relationship issues caused by mental health ailments, communication, trust/ infidelity, sex, addiction, parenting differences, past trauma (sexual, physical, emotional), and finances. Discover how to create and maintain mutual understanding and respect. Love like you matter. Our diverse staff believe in affirmative and equitable approaches that support clients, regardless to composition, beliefs, or practices. Call us to learn how we can help, or visit our parent company's website for more information: www.sacramentocouples.org. HABLA ESPAÑOL.
You deserve a happy and successful relationship. Learn to how to repair personal or relationship issues caused by mental health ailments, communication, trust/ infidelity, sex, addiction, parenting differences, past trauma (sexual, physical, emotional), and finances. Discover how to create and maintain mutual understanding and respect. Love like you matter. Our diverse staff believe in affirmative and equitable approaches that support clients, regardless to composition, beliefs, or practices. Call us to learn how we can help, or visit our parent company's website for more information: www.sacramentocouples.org. HABLA ESPAÑOL.
(916) 621-5894 View (916) 621-5894
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Lindsay Foreman
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825
I specialize in intimacy, sexual concerns, infidelity, communication strategies, and attachment styles.
Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Are you struggling with communication barriers or dealing with intimacy/sex issues? Are the fears, resentments, and insecurities holding you back from experiencing a healthier connection? These challenges can have you feeling isolated and misunderstood, yearning for healing with your partner. I help foster relationship growth with individuals and couples who are dedicated to their personal and relationship development. I can help your relationship heal from its past and redefine its future.
I specialize in intimacy, sexual concerns, infidelity, communication strategies, and attachment styles.
Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Are you struggling with communication barriers or dealing with intimacy/sex issues? Are the fears, resentments, and insecurities holding you back from experiencing a healthier connection? These challenges can have you feeling isolated and misunderstood, yearning for healing with your partner. I help foster relationship growth with individuals and couples who are dedicated to their personal and relationship development. I can help your relationship heal from its past and redefine its future.
(916) 894-8923 View (916) 894-8923
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814
I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(510) 983-7281 View (510) 983-7281
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Infidelity Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 94203
Solution-focused geared toward rebuilding trust, improving communication, and increasing intimacy. With me, you will identify the causes of conflict & create a plan to increase your relationship satisfaction. I specialize in infidelity and crisis counseling, however, I treat many couples with a variety of issues. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Life Coach with over 17 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Visit my website for more information: http://www.the-marriage-counselor.com.
Solution-focused geared toward rebuilding trust, improving communication, and increasing intimacy. With me, you will identify the causes of conflict & create a plan to increase your relationship satisfaction. I specialize in infidelity and crisis counseling, however, I treat many couples with a variety of issues. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Life Coach with over 17 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Visit my website for more information: http://www.the-marriage-counselor.com.
(916) 571-9161 View (916) 571-9161
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Gabby Jimmerson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
You can't remember the last time you felt truly connected to your partner. You're hiding behind "busy" because your efforts to have meaningful connection and communication always turn into an argument or a misunderstanding, so why bother? Maybe you've experienced a betrayal like an emotional or physical affair. There's pain and hurt feelings and resentment between you, and you don't know how to mend the damage. You're feeling helpless, hopeless, and exhausted.
You can't remember the last time you felt truly connected to your partner. You're hiding behind "busy" because your efforts to have meaningful connection and communication always turn into an argument or a misunderstanding, so why bother? Maybe you've experienced a betrayal like an emotional or physical affair. There's pain and hurt feelings and resentment between you, and you don't know how to mend the damage. You're feeling helpless, hopeless, and exhausted.
(949) 506-3454 View (949) 506-3454
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Abby Loyola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in working individuals and couples struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and Betrayal Trauma.
Infidelity and Betrayal Trauma leaves us feeling hopeless, defeated, and angry. Maybe you’re someone who has always said infidelity is a “dealbreaker” but now find yourself facing this with your partner, hoping it isn’t actually the dealbreaker you’ve always known it to be. You may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or searching for solutions after an affair that has left you feeling hopeless and out of control. But you’re ready to move forward. You’re ready to take one step forward, toward healing. Most of all, you’re ready to be on the other side of this seemingly insurmountable hill, I want to help you get there.
I specialize in working individuals and couples struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and Betrayal Trauma.
Infidelity and Betrayal Trauma leaves us feeling hopeless, defeated, and angry. Maybe you’re someone who has always said infidelity is a “dealbreaker” but now find yourself facing this with your partner, hoping it isn’t actually the dealbreaker you’ve always known it to be. You may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or searching for solutions after an affair that has left you feeling hopeless and out of control. But you’re ready to move forward. You’re ready to take one step forward, toward healing. Most of all, you’re ready to be on the other side of this seemingly insurmountable hill, I want to help you get there.
(916) 545-8733 View (916) 545-8733
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Jessica Pauline Vazquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95822
I specialize in couples work, family issues, affairs, polyamory, sex, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ populations.
Thank you for taking the time to read my page. I have a private practice downtown Davis focusing on relationships, families, marriage therapy, non-monogamy, and sex therapy. I also offer a collaborative and supportive partnership in addressing relationship trauma, challenges with sex, and sexual trauma. In addition to working with adults, I enjoy working with adolescents experiencing stress and anxiety. I am also involved in cutting edge psychotherapy practices such as psychedelic integrative therapy. My practice includes individual therapy, brief and long-term therapy, sex therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.
I specialize in couples work, family issues, affairs, polyamory, sex, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ populations.
Thank you for taking the time to read my page. I have a private practice downtown Davis focusing on relationships, families, marriage therapy, non-monogamy, and sex therapy. I also offer a collaborative and supportive partnership in addressing relationship trauma, challenges with sex, and sexual trauma. In addition to working with adults, I enjoy working with adolescents experiencing stress and anxiety. I am also involved in cutting edge psychotherapy practices such as psychedelic integrative therapy. My practice includes individual therapy, brief and long-term therapy, sex therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.
(279) 201-5061 View (279) 201-5061
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Sexual Addiction Sex Misbehavior Infidelity Expert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SOTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95822
My clients are high functioning successful men accustomed to superior services who want to stop the sexual addiction, infidelity / cheating , and paid sex behaviors.
I will help you protect the life you love from these self destructive choices. Sexual addiction elite level expert 27 years, 45k hours sexual misbehavior specialist psychotherapy provided. You and I will use evidence based research oriented methods on the Infidelity Cheating Affairs, Prostitution, Seeking Arrangements, Sugar Daddy, Strip Clubs, Massage Parlors, Certified Specialist. I created government funded sexual misbehavior programs utilizing highly effective clinical models and we will use the most up to date understandings to have us change your thinking, end these misbehaviors, heal your relationships, and enjoy your life.
My clients are high functioning successful men accustomed to superior services who want to stop the sexual addiction, infidelity / cheating , and paid sex behaviors.
I will help you protect the life you love from these self destructive choices. Sexual addiction elite level expert 27 years, 45k hours sexual misbehavior specialist psychotherapy provided. You and I will use evidence based research oriented methods on the Infidelity Cheating Affairs, Prostitution, Seeking Arrangements, Sugar Daddy, Strip Clubs, Massage Parlors, Certified Specialist. I created government funded sexual misbehavior programs utilizing highly effective clinical models and we will use the most up to date understandings to have us change your thinking, end these misbehaviors, heal your relationships, and enjoy your life.
(415) 639-5474 View (415) 639-5474
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Darlene A. Obregon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825
Hi, my name is Darlene. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am have experience working with couples in re-establishing safety and connection in relationships. I have worked with couples with infidelity, separation and high conflict. I am also passionate about working with individuals in helping them unpack childhood emotional trauma wounds, to foster new healthy attachments. I also work well with pre-teen and teenage girls through the many changes they experience. I have 10 years experience working with children and families. In family work, I help to restore connection, trust and belonging.
Hi, my name is Darlene. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am have experience working with couples in re-establishing safety and connection in relationships. I have worked with couples with infidelity, separation and high conflict. I am also passionate about working with individuals in helping them unpack childhood emotional trauma wounds, to foster new healthy attachments. I also work well with pre-teen and teenage girls through the many changes they experience. I have 10 years experience working with children and families. In family work, I help to restore connection, trust and belonging.
(916) 943-4076 View (916) 943-4076
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Avery DiMario (Norsby)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95864
I support with breakdowns in communication and problem solving, infidelity, premarital counseling, repeat/perpetual conflicts, loss of intimacy, and identifying roles in the family system.
Do you feel controlled by your mind and unable to reach your full potential due to past trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, etc? Do you have a teenager struggling to navigate the challenges of adolescents such as, self-esteem, social media, social/academic pressures, future planning, anxiety or depression? Do you and your spouse feel stuck; although desperate for reconnection, peace and a path forward? I want to help! I partner with my clients to process trauma, unpack patterns of thinking and behavior, promote self-awareness and achieve balance in their daily lives and relationships.
I support with breakdowns in communication and problem solving, infidelity, premarital counseling, repeat/perpetual conflicts, loss of intimacy, and identifying roles in the family system.
Do you feel controlled by your mind and unable to reach your full potential due to past trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, etc? Do you have a teenager struggling to navigate the challenges of adolescents such as, self-esteem, social media, social/academic pressures, future planning, anxiety or depression? Do you and your spouse feel stuck; although desperate for reconnection, peace and a path forward? I want to help! I partner with my clients to process trauma, unpack patterns of thinking and behavior, promote self-awareness and achieve balance in their daily lives and relationships.
(279) 400-1690 View (279) 400-1690
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David Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients. Rebuild or reclaim your relationship and happiness. I help couples and individuals overcome the emotional upheaval of past trauma, stress, and communication issues that often result in infidelity, addiction, sexual issues, shame and guilt. I'm confident you will find my friendly interactive style sets the stage you will want in a safe and nonjudgmental space. LGBT and friends of Bill W. welcomed. Your peace of mind, happiness, and success is my goal.
Not accepting new clients. Rebuild or reclaim your relationship and happiness. I help couples and individuals overcome the emotional upheaval of past trauma, stress, and communication issues that often result in infidelity, addiction, sexual issues, shame and guilt. I'm confident you will find my friendly interactive style sets the stage you will want in a safe and nonjudgmental space. LGBT and friends of Bill W. welcomed. Your peace of mind, happiness, and success is my goal.
(916) 436-1422 View (916) 436-1422
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Gerald Chambers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814
My strengths: Addictions, couples, domestic violence, infidelity, interpersonal conflict, parenting, peak performance, relationships, and trauma.
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.
My strengths: Addictions, couples, domestic violence, infidelity, interpersonal conflict, parenting, peak performance, relationships, and trauma.
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.
(916) 469-0747 View (916) 469-0747
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Arthur Day
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95831
We work together on clarifying processing and finding solutions that will address problems of pain, sadness, betrayal, confusion, emptiness and abandonment.
As an African American therapist and a Professor of Psychology I understand many of the challenges that are central to feeling accepted, loved, trusted and understood. My office is a place to begin the journey toward better understanding yourself and others. It's a place to resolve conflict, clear up confusion, improve communication, address feelings and develop strategies for coping with life's many stressors.
We work together on clarifying processing and finding solutions that will address problems of pain, sadness, betrayal, confusion, emptiness and abandonment.
As an African American therapist and a Professor of Psychology I understand many of the challenges that are central to feeling accepted, loved, trusted and understood. My office is a place to begin the journey toward better understanding yourself and others. It's a place to resolve conflict, clear up confusion, improve communication, address feelings and develop strategies for coping with life's many stressors.
(323) 909-4138 View (323) 909-4138
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Jasmeen Kairam
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95825
I have a strong interest in working with individuals who have faced trauma, especially sexual trauma, to help them rediscover their voice and feel heard. As well as, couples who are struggling with connection, infidelity and more. I acknowledge that every individual is unique and has their own story. As someone who identifies as South Asian, I understand being at the crossroads of societal pressures while trying to balance multiple expectations with various cultural considerations and the stigma that may come around mental health.
I have a strong interest in working with individuals who have faced trauma, especially sexual trauma, to help them rediscover their voice and feel heard. As well as, couples who are struggling with connection, infidelity and more. I acknowledge that every individual is unique and has their own story. As someone who identifies as South Asian, I understand being at the crossroads of societal pressures while trying to balance multiple expectations with various cultural considerations and the stigma that may come around mental health.
(916) 586-7019 View (916) 586-7019
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Claudine Martinez, EFT Couples Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95825
You can repair wounds of betrayal and find passion again.
You never thought you would be at the point of seeking couples counseling for you and your partner. In spite of your best efforts, you realize you are losing each other and are now tossed into a sea of uncertainty about your relationship. You long for deeper connection but the arguments are taking their toll. The silences have become as painful as the conflicts and this is your last hope. You're not alone. As a certified Emotionally Focused couples therapist (EFT), I help couples repair and unite against painful patterns that continue to keep them stuck.
You can repair wounds of betrayal and find passion again.
You never thought you would be at the point of seeking couples counseling for you and your partner. In spite of your best efforts, you realize you are losing each other and are now tossed into a sea of uncertainty about your relationship. You long for deeper connection but the arguments are taking their toll. The silences have become as painful as the conflicts and this is your last hope. You're not alone. As a certified Emotionally Focused couples therapist (EFT), I help couples repair and unite against painful patterns that continue to keep them stuck.
(916) 694-0595 View (916) 694-0595
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Michael Anthony Nevans
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Online Only
Mike likes to work with people who are ready to make changes in their life. They do not need to know exactly what that looks like or means yet, they just need to be sick and tired of feeling sick and tired. Mike enjoys working with people who have depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar, and addiction issues. He also practices couple therapy and likes to offer premarital counseling, empowerment couple's counseling, and helping the healing process post infidelity or other ruptures in the relationship. Mike spent 4 years working with people in an international setting in Tokyo and enjoys providing therapy in a multicultural space.
Mike likes to work with people who are ready to make changes in their life. They do not need to know exactly what that looks like or means yet, they just need to be sick and tired of feeling sick and tired. Mike enjoys working with people who have depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar, and addiction issues. He also practices couple therapy and likes to offer premarital counseling, empowerment couple's counseling, and helping the healing process post infidelity or other ruptures in the relationship. Mike spent 4 years working with people in an international setting in Tokyo and enjoys providing therapy in a multicultural space.
(925) 477-4985 View (925) 477-4985
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Dr. Marjha Hunt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
I work collaboratively with many types of relationships and the challenges within them, including; poly & open, alternative sex practices, infidelity, multi-cultural challenges, financial struggles, communication issues, & more.
My passion is in helping you to grow in loving yourself and loving others. I specialize in strengthening relationships. Have you been feeling unheard or underappreciated? Has there been some type of betrayal or broken trust? Is your relationship feeling extra stress during this pandemic? Are you unsure if your relationship will last? Do you and your partner(s) want to strengthen your foundation before taking the next step?
I work collaboratively with many types of relationships and the challenges within them, including; poly & open, alternative sex practices, infidelity, multi-cultural challenges, financial struggles, communication issues, & more.
My passion is in helping you to grow in loving yourself and loving others. I specialize in strengthening relationships. Have you been feeling unheard or underappreciated? Has there been some type of betrayal or broken trust? Is your relationship feeling extra stress during this pandemic? Are you unsure if your relationship will last? Do you and your partner(s) want to strengthen your foundation before taking the next step?
(916) 252-1703 View (916) 252-1703
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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.