Infidelity Therapists in Arizona

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Kim Glenn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85253  (Online Only)
As an AASECT certified sex and relationship therapist, I believe our sexuality, and our relationships with others are important contributors to our overall well-being. When we are out of sync with ourselves, or with the ones we love, we may experience anxiety, depression, fear, and shame. I provide a nurturing place where individuals and couples can learn to experience joy, curiosity, and acceptance of themselves, and with their significant others. I specialize in sexual challenges such as mismatched desire, low or absent desire, premature ejaculation, vaginismus, inability to achieve orgasm, and erotic injuries such as infidelity.
As an AASECT certified sex and relationship therapist, I believe our sexuality, and our relationships with others are important contributors to our overall well-being. When we are out of sync with ourselves, or with the ones we love, we may experience anxiety, depression, fear, and shame. I provide a nurturing place where individuals and couples can learn to experience joy, curiosity, and acceptance of themselves, and with their significant others. I specialize in sexual challenges such as mismatched desire, low or absent desire, premature ejaculation, vaginismus, inability to achieve orgasm, and erotic injuries such as infidelity.
(480) 418-2945 View (480) 418-2945
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Renelle E Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85286
Reconnect back to love and pleasure after infidelity........Feeling as though you've lost not only your partner but also your sense of self upon discovering infidelity in your relationship. Do you find yourself questioning how you arrived at this point, transitioning from romantic partners to mere roommates due to years of neglecting sex and emotional intimacy? The weight of these emotions can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling lost and uncertain about the future. But you don't have to navigate this journey alone. Together, we can unravel the complexities of healing and rediscovery. Schedule a 90-minute session with me now.
Reconnect back to love and pleasure after infidelity........Feeling as though you've lost not only your partner but also your sense of self upon discovering infidelity in your relationship. Do you find yourself questioning how you arrived at this point, transitioning from romantic partners to mere roommates due to years of neglecting sex and emotional intimacy? The weight of these emotions can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling lost and uncertain about the future. But you don't have to navigate this journey alone. Together, we can unravel the complexities of healing and rediscovery. Schedule a 90-minute session with me now.
(480) 613-5885 View (480) 613-5885
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Jeni Steele (Gessel)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85209
Hello, I'm glad you're here. I'm Jeni and my focus centers on helping people through the pain and discovery of deceptive sexuality and infidelity in their long-term relationships. The chaos of this experience often creates deep emotional wounds. My clients usually show signs of prolonged traumatic stress including high anxiety, fear, numbness, health issues, dissociation, or hypervigilance. Research shows that chronic betrayal or deceit in a trusting relationship can create profound emotional, psychological, and sometimes physical or sexual harm.
Hello, I'm glad you're here. I'm Jeni and my focus centers on helping people through the pain and discovery of deceptive sexuality and infidelity in their long-term relationships. The chaos of this experience often creates deep emotional wounds. My clients usually show signs of prolonged traumatic stress including high anxiety, fear, numbness, health issues, dissociation, or hypervigilance. Research shows that chronic betrayal or deceit in a trusting relationship can create profound emotional, psychological, and sometimes physical or sexual harm.
(480) 903-8540 View (480) 903-8540
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Isa Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
As a Certified Sex and Relationship Therapist, I provide a safe, comfortable space to discuss and resolve difficult challenges. Together, we will work to create new possibilities, find hope and develop a plan so you can reach your personal and relational goals. I specialize in couples intimacy, communication, infidelity, eroticism and addressing specific sexual challenges. Some common challenges I treat include: Low Desire, Sexless or Awkward Sexual relationships, Erotic Conflicts, Early Ejaculation, Erectile Challenges, Pre-Orgasmic Women, Pain Associated with Sex, Compulsive Sexual Behaviors, Sexual Inhibitions, Sexual Trauma, Incompatible Fantasies, Alternative Love Styles, and Integrating Spirituality with Sexuality.
As a Certified Sex and Relationship Therapist, I provide a safe, comfortable space to discuss and resolve difficult challenges. Together, we will work to create new possibilities, find hope and develop a plan so you can reach your personal and relational goals. I specialize in couples intimacy, communication, infidelity, eroticism and addressing specific sexual challenges. Some common challenges I treat include: Low Desire, Sexless or Awkward Sexual relationships, Erotic Conflicts, Early Ejaculation, Erectile Challenges, Pre-Orgasmic Women, Pain Associated with Sex, Compulsive Sexual Behaviors, Sexual Inhibitions, Sexual Trauma, Incompatible Fantasies, Alternative Love Styles, and Integrating Spirituality with Sexuality.
(480) 426-8547 View (480) 426-8547
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Jennifer Monninger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85003
I am a certified sex therapist with a focus on sexuality, intimacy, and relationships. I offer individual and couples counseling focused on sexual addiction, infidelity, polyamory, kink/BDSM, desire differences, sexual pain and other health concerns impacting sexuality, and generally helping individuals improve their understanding of their sexuality. I use a sex positive approach that works to reduce shame and improve communication around sex. I would love to hear your story and see what I can do to support you. I see clients in person in Phoenix, and through telehealth in NM.
I am a certified sex therapist with a focus on sexuality, intimacy, and relationships. I offer individual and couples counseling focused on sexual addiction, infidelity, polyamory, kink/BDSM, desire differences, sexual pain and other health concerns impacting sexuality, and generally helping individuals improve their understanding of their sexuality. I use a sex positive approach that works to reduce shame and improve communication around sex. I would love to hear your story and see what I can do to support you. I see clients in person in Phoenix, and through telehealth in NM.
(602) 755-3230 View (602) 755-3230
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Sonia Jurek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Glendale, AZ 85308
I enjoy working with couples and families as I feel that this is where I can be most impactful and the most change can be made. I have a great deal of experience working with couples on issues related to everything from basic communication to issues like infidelity and trust. I also enjoy working with individuals to help them develop a greater sense of happiness in their lives or to aid them in managing symptoms related to depression, anxiety or daily life stressors. I am also able to effectively work with parents to help foster parenting skills and help parents manage behavioral concerns and effectively co-parent their children.
I enjoy working with couples and families as I feel that this is where I can be most impactful and the most change can be made. I have a great deal of experience working with couples on issues related to everything from basic communication to issues like infidelity and trust. I also enjoy working with individuals to help them develop a greater sense of happiness in their lives or to aid them in managing symptoms related to depression, anxiety or daily life stressors. I am also able to effectively work with parents to help foster parenting skills and help parents manage behavioral concerns and effectively co-parent their children.
(623) 414-9299 View (623) 414-9299
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Laura Potter
MC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85020
It is NEVER TOO LATE...Whatever has happened, where ever you are right now, there is always a chance for hope and healing. I am uniquely experienced and specialize in working with individuals and/or couples struggling with sex or pornography addiction and infidelity as well as the resulting heartbreaking fall-out personally and within a relationship. With 20 years of experience in professional counseling, I understand the process of trauma, recovery and restoration that is uniquely associated with sex addiction, broken lives and broken marriages. More information is on my website: crossedheartscounseling.com.
It is NEVER TOO LATE...Whatever has happened, where ever you are right now, there is always a chance for hope and healing. I am uniquely experienced and specialize in working with individuals and/or couples struggling with sex or pornography addiction and infidelity as well as the resulting heartbreaking fall-out personally and within a relationship. With 20 years of experience in professional counseling, I understand the process of trauma, recovery and restoration that is uniquely associated with sex addiction, broken lives and broken marriages. More information is on my website: crossedheartscounseling.com.
(623) 552-6310 View (623) 552-6310
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Family Ties Counseling and Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85028
I also work to help couples who have experienced infidelity.
Great Relationships aren’t great because they have no challenges or struggles. Great relationships are great because individuals choose to find a way to make the relationship work. Sometimes, that includes relationship/family counseling. As a family and relationship therapist, I am here to help you work through the many challenges and struggles that often prevent couples/families from moving forward. I believe in individualizing treatment to help each family member/partner feel heard and loved.
I also work to help couples who have experienced infidelity.
Great Relationships aren’t great because they have no challenges or struggles. Great relationships are great because individuals choose to find a way to make the relationship work. Sometimes, that includes relationship/family counseling. As a family and relationship therapist, I am here to help you work through the many challenges and struggles that often prevent couples/families from moving forward. I believe in individualizing treatment to help each family member/partner feel heard and loved.
(602) 962-7671 View (602) 962-7671
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Amy Johns
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85206
I have worked with couples facing betrayal, loss of connection, communication challenges, and unresolved past trauma.
Feeling lonely while being part of a couple is lonelier than being alone. Relationships are hard, some days it takes more effort than others. However, every day your efforts with each other lessen. Your once strong, committed, fun, loving connection has weakened. You two used to have an unbreakable bond that drew you together. Now you fear that you and your partner will never have that again. Your hearts are screaming out to be heard by one another. You wonder, “Where did the spark go? How much longer can we live like this? Is it worth all of this pain, sadness, and anger?”
I have worked with couples facing betrayal, loss of connection, communication challenges, and unresolved past trauma.
Feeling lonely while being part of a couple is lonelier than being alone. Relationships are hard, some days it takes more effort than others. However, every day your efforts with each other lessen. Your once strong, committed, fun, loving connection has weakened. You two used to have an unbreakable bond that drew you together. Now you fear that you and your partner will never have that again. Your hearts are screaming out to be heard by one another. You wonder, “Where did the spark go? How much longer can we live like this? Is it worth all of this pain, sadness, and anger?”
(602) 888-7351 View (602) 888-7351
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Linda Schwartz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85014  (Online Only)
My work is exclusively as a couples therapist using the most-effective approach, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, or EFT. I believe there's a distinct difference between a marriage-counseling specialist and a therapist who "also" works with couples. This singular focus enables me to bring to my couples work years of experience and a depth of practice helping couples resolve a complexity of challenges, including infidelity, sexual disconnection, endless arguing and differences related to parenting and finances. EFT is both gentle and effective; neither partner is favored or judged. A brief model, EFT offers lasting results.
My work is exclusively as a couples therapist using the most-effective approach, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, or EFT. I believe there's a distinct difference between a marriage-counseling specialist and a therapist who "also" works with couples. This singular focus enables me to bring to my couples work years of experience and a depth of practice helping couples resolve a complexity of challenges, including infidelity, sexual disconnection, endless arguing and differences related to parenting and finances. EFT is both gentle and effective; neither partner is favored or judged. A brief model, EFT offers lasting results.
(480) 568-2770 View (480) 568-2770
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Debra L Kaplan
Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT-S, PACT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85712
Debra authored, "For Love and Money: Exploring Sexual and Financial Betrayal," "Battle of the Titans: Mastering the Forces of Sex, Money and Power in Relationship.
Debra's therapeutic focus is experiential, direct and supportive. Debra integrates the PACT approach with couples. Clients are successful in resolving their family of origin issues, trauma, sex or porn addiction, anxiety and depression. Debra specializes in financial therapy; a regular request in therapy. My clients have voiced feeling happier and are in healthier relationships, both within themselves and with others. Together, we can resolve maladaptive behaviors that once protected painful experiences due to rejection, abandonment, and/or invalidation.
Debra authored, "For Love and Money: Exploring Sexual and Financial Betrayal," "Battle of the Titans: Mastering the Forces of Sex, Money and Power in Relationship.
Debra's therapeutic focus is experiential, direct and supportive. Debra integrates the PACT approach with couples. Clients are successful in resolving their family of origin issues, trauma, sex or porn addiction, anxiety and depression. Debra specializes in financial therapy; a regular request in therapy. My clients have voiced feeling happier and are in healthier relationships, both within themselves and with others. Together, we can resolve maladaptive behaviors that once protected painful experiences due to rejection, abandonment, and/or invalidation.
(520) 203-1943 View (520) 203-1943
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Melissa Thornburg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ASAT, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Although I can help with many issues, my specialty is compulsive sexual behaviors and the betrayal trauma that can accompany these confusing and disconnecting behaviors.
As a Counselor and Coach in long term recovery from both substance and process addictions, I've received support from some very special humans who've lit the way for me to peer into the areas of my path that I was either denying or just couldn't see from an objective perspective (yet). After a career as a marketing professional, I'm grateful to have transitioned into providing the work that's helped me come to terms with life and my place in it; work that feeds my soul and shines the light on those dark places so many of us are afraid to venture into alone. Together, we can explore and make meaning of what's happened for you.
Although I can help with many issues, my specialty is compulsive sexual behaviors and the betrayal trauma that can accompany these confusing and disconnecting behaviors.
As a Counselor and Coach in long term recovery from both substance and process addictions, I've received support from some very special humans who've lit the way for me to peer into the areas of my path that I was either denying or just couldn't see from an objective perspective (yet). After a career as a marketing professional, I'm grateful to have transitioned into providing the work that's helped me come to terms with life and my place in it; work that feeds my soul and shines the light on those dark places so many of us are afraid to venture into alone. Together, we can explore and make meaning of what's happened for you.
(480) 470-7167 View (480) 470-7167
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Tiffany Wilcken Moser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
Have you experienced a form of relationship betrayal from a spouse, parents, or someone you should have been able to trust (infidelity, physical/sexual abuse, financial abuse, porn/sex addiction, emotional neglect/abandonment, etc.)? Are you experiencing various forms of trauma symptoms due to a relationship betrayal or past trauma(s)? If you are, please know that you are not alone. Tiffany has a passion for helping individuals heal from these traumatic experiences, past and present, by providing a positive, safe, non-judgmental environment where client and therapist can work collaboratively together to address these intense wounds.
Have you experienced a form of relationship betrayal from a spouse, parents, or someone you should have been able to trust (infidelity, physical/sexual abuse, financial abuse, porn/sex addiction, emotional neglect/abandonment, etc.)? Are you experiencing various forms of trauma symptoms due to a relationship betrayal or past trauma(s)? If you are, please know that you are not alone. Tiffany has a passion for helping individuals heal from these traumatic experiences, past and present, by providing a positive, safe, non-judgmental environment where client and therapist can work collaboratively together to address these intense wounds.
(480) 405-5470 View (480) 405-5470
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Dan Stephens
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendale, AZ 85308
I help men and couples overcome porn addiction, sex addiction, infidelity, or betrayal trauma. You are not alone. There is hope. You can conquer this, it just takes a lot of work. I will help you start new habits, change your thinking, and deepen your connection to others as ways of healing from your pain, whether it is self-inflicted or from your partner. Recovery is a long, hard road. We will get you unstuck from old patterns of behavior, emotional self-medicating, and insecure attachment. You can feel proud of who you are and what you offer to the world and the key people in your life.
I help men and couples overcome porn addiction, sex addiction, infidelity, or betrayal trauma. You are not alone. There is hope. You can conquer this, it just takes a lot of work. I will help you start new habits, change your thinking, and deepen your connection to others as ways of healing from your pain, whether it is self-inflicted or from your partner. Recovery is a long, hard road. We will get you unstuck from old patterns of behavior, emotional self-medicating, and insecure attachment. You can feel proud of who you are and what you offer to the world and the key people in your life.
(480) 573-6237 View (480) 573-6237
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Clark Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85206
Hello I'm Clark Lee owner of S.O.L.E. "survivors of life experience" Counseling. I have a passion for the work I do. I'm a certified sexual addiction therapist and also trained in betrayal trauma healing. We work with individuals and couples in experiencing healing and wholeness through this essential work. We provide clients with an atmosphere of support and safety in their journey toward healing and finding their true self. I have worked at The Meadows, a world-renowned inpatient treatment facility, assisting clients with their sexual addiction and betrayal trauma.
Hello I'm Clark Lee owner of S.O.L.E. "survivors of life experience" Counseling. I have a passion for the work I do. I'm a certified sexual addiction therapist and also trained in betrayal trauma healing. We work with individuals and couples in experiencing healing and wholeness through this essential work. We provide clients with an atmosphere of support and safety in their journey toward healing and finding their true self. I have worked at The Meadows, a world-renowned inpatient treatment facility, assisting clients with their sexual addiction and betrayal trauma.
(480) 906-4089 View (480) 906-4089
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Angela Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85015
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals, couples, especially those healing from infidelity, groups, and families.
As a meadows trained, sex therapist, and trauma specialist, I dive deeply into childhood issues helping you discover the root causes of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, sex addiction, and dysfunctional relationship patterns (such as the love addicted/love avoidant pattern), and attachment styles. Learn about how to heal from toxic relationships, narcissistic partners, trauma and codependency. Learn about the root of dysfunctional thinking patterns and how trauma shapes how you attach to others, who you date and what you attract.
I work with individuals, couples, especially those healing from infidelity, groups, and families.
As a meadows trained, sex therapist, and trauma specialist, I dive deeply into childhood issues helping you discover the root causes of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, sex addiction, and dysfunctional relationship patterns (such as the love addicted/love avoidant pattern), and attachment styles. Learn about how to heal from toxic relationships, narcissistic partners, trauma and codependency. Learn about the root of dysfunctional thinking patterns and how trauma shapes how you attach to others, who you date and what you attract.
(602) 932-0976 View (602) 932-0976
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Caylie Brock
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85209
I specialize in working with people who have experienced betrayal trauma, infidelity, abuse, childhood trauma, and anxiety. My goal is to empower my clients with the tools they need to feel better. At the start of treatment my clients report feeling intense sadness, overwhelmed with worry, intrusive thoughts, disrupted sleep, irritability, and many other unpleasant feelings. You aren’t crazy! Together we can work together to discover why you are experiencing those symptoms and what you need to feel like yourself again.
I specialize in working with people who have experienced betrayal trauma, infidelity, abuse, childhood trauma, and anxiety. My goal is to empower my clients with the tools they need to feel better. At the start of treatment my clients report feeling intense sadness, overwhelmed with worry, intrusive thoughts, disrupted sleep, irritability, and many other unpleasant feelings. You aren’t crazy! Together we can work together to discover why you are experiencing those symptoms and what you need to feel like yourself again.
(480) 418-8296 View (480) 418-8296
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Overcome Betrayal - 10 Week Couples Intensive
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85258  (Online Only)
Overcome infidelity and sexual betrayal - by restoring trust and rebuilding intimacy.
Our team specializes in helping Christian couples overcome sexual betrayal and addiction. Learn: 1. How to save your marriage even if you think it's headed for divorce. 2. How to restore trust and intimacy even if that feels impossible right now.  3. Why couples counseling is NOT the best strategy for saving the marriage and how my clients win their spouse's heart starting TODAY. 4. How our couples experience the secrets that make it happen way faster than they can imagine. 5. AND...How our clients do this without years in therapy, even if they don't know where to start.
Overcome infidelity and sexual betrayal - by restoring trust and rebuilding intimacy.
Our team specializes in helping Christian couples overcome sexual betrayal and addiction. Learn: 1. How to save your marriage even if you think it's headed for divorce. 2. How to restore trust and intimacy even if that feels impossible right now.  3. Why couples counseling is NOT the best strategy for saving the marriage and how my clients win their spouse's heart starting TODAY. 4. How our couples experience the secrets that make it happen way faster than they can imagine. 5. AND...How our clients do this without years in therapy, even if they don't know where to start.
(480) 923-7512 View (480) 923-7512
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Amanda Loback
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
I excel at helping couples navigate challenges with betrayal and ruptured trust, infidelity, lack of connection and intimacy, and "the same old fight.
The decision to seek therapy can feel difficult and intimidating. Many hesitate to reach out for fear of judgment and shame. I welcome all parts of you and want for you a space where you can feel less guarded and more open to explore. Through compassionate guidance and exploration, we strive to restore broken bonds with self and others. My approach is casual, compassionate and non judgmental. I love rooting for people and all people in all bodies are welcome here.
I excel at helping couples navigate challenges with betrayal and ruptured trust, infidelity, lack of connection and intimacy, and "the same old fight.
The decision to seek therapy can feel difficult and intimidating. Many hesitate to reach out for fear of judgment and shame. I welcome all parts of you and want for you a space where you can feel less guarded and more open to explore. Through compassionate guidance and exploration, we strive to restore broken bonds with self and others. My approach is casual, compassionate and non judgmental. I love rooting for people and all people in all bodies are welcome here.
(480) 771-2134 View (480) 771-2134
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Butch Losey
Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
I work specifically with couples who have discovered infidelity. Couples are traumatized when infidelity is discovered and the clinician needs to help the couple implement immediate steps to prevent further damage to the relationship. Counselor strategies for infidelity are much different than what a traditional counselor would utilize. When couples set up an appointment with me, they will get in quickly, and experience a specific treatment approach for infidelity. I also help couples with creating intimate communication, conflict skills, creating emotional and sexual intimacy, and increasing love and affection.
I work specifically with couples who have discovered infidelity. Couples are traumatized when infidelity is discovered and the clinician needs to help the couple implement immediate steps to prevent further damage to the relationship. Counselor strategies for infidelity are much different than what a traditional counselor would utilize. When couples set up an appointment with me, they will get in quickly, and experience a specific treatment approach for infidelity. I also help couples with creating intimate communication, conflict skills, creating emotional and sexual intimacy, and increasing love and affection.
(513) 780-5448 View (513) 780-5448
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.