Infidelity Therapists in Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA

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Dr. Alexus Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90066
I believe we are all renegades, worthy of living a life of liberated love. Our binary world makes it challenging to feel accepted, leaving us fragmented and hindering our ability to connect with ourselves and others. I strive to create a safe and affirming space for clients to engage and connect with their whole self. I am passionate about working with individuals, partners, and the LGBTQIA+ community struggling with libido, erectile issues, self-esteem, trauma, spirituality, desire discrepancy, infidelity, intimacy, gender identity, and sexual orientation. My ideal clients are ready to fully show up and claim their pleasure.
I believe we are all renegades, worthy of living a life of liberated love. Our binary world makes it challenging to feel accepted, leaving us fragmented and hindering our ability to connect with ourselves and others. I strive to create a safe and affirming space for clients to engage and connect with their whole self. I am passionate about working with individuals, partners, and the LGBTQIA+ community struggling with libido, erectile issues, self-esteem, trauma, spirituality, desire discrepancy, infidelity, intimacy, gender identity, and sexual orientation. My ideal clients are ready to fully show up and claim their pleasure.
(747) 249-5346 x102 View (747) 249-5346 x102
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Shirin Hart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90066
I’m a psychotherapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach is modern holistic psychotherapy. I have sought out and learned the latest neuroscience informed therapies. And have been trained by the world’s top holistic practitioners, life coaches, and mindfulness experts. Though I can’t claim to have invented any of these techniques, I have combined them in my own unique way and am sharing it with people so they can win. When people win, it’s helping the community win. To me that is what it is all about.
I’m a psychotherapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach is modern holistic psychotherapy. I have sought out and learned the latest neuroscience informed therapies. And have been trained by the world’s top holistic practitioners, life coaches, and mindfulness experts. Though I can’t claim to have invented any of these techniques, I have combined them in my own unique way and am sharing it with people so they can win. When people win, it’s helping the community win. To me that is what it is all about.
(424) 342-5545 View (424) 342-5545
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Amy Carlson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90230
You know the capital of Kansas, but you hesitate when you’re asked what you do for fun. We go through years of education, but we often don’t even know ourselves. All we do know is something feels off…we feel unfulfilled in our work, and our relationships feel draining. We’ve worked so hard to make those around us proud, we forgot to think about how we feel about ourselves. Let's change that. My goal is to provide a space free of distraction and judgement so we can explore the experiences and relationships in your life that shaped you and begin to figure out our own personal values and strengths.
You know the capital of Kansas, but you hesitate when you’re asked what you do for fun. We go through years of education, but we often don’t even know ourselves. All we do know is something feels off…we feel unfulfilled in our work, and our relationships feel draining. We’ve worked so hard to make those around us proud, we forgot to think about how we feel about ourselves. Let's change that. My goal is to provide a space free of distraction and judgement so we can explore the experiences and relationships in your life that shaped you and begin to figure out our own personal values and strengths.
(323) 639-7480 View (323) 639-7480
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Meryl Irene Haviva Haggege
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90066  (Online Only)
In my work as a therapist, I hold space from a place of deep love, care and respect. I aspire to channel a grounding, loving and playful energy that can guide you through your experiences, no matter how overwhelming and challenging. I trust your inner healer and hold a non-judgmental and warm space where you can have your own experiences without needing to change anything. I approach the process of therapy as collaboration and exploration. Together, we can work towards your vision of growth and healing.
In my work as a therapist, I hold space from a place of deep love, care and respect. I aspire to channel a grounding, loving and playful energy that can guide you through your experiences, no matter how overwhelming and challenging. I trust your inner healer and hold a non-judgmental and warm space where you can have your own experiences without needing to change anything. I approach the process of therapy as collaboration and exploration. Together, we can work towards your vision of growth and healing.
(310) 356-3722 View (310) 356-3722
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Jennifer Lauren Arceneaux
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90066  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a licensed psychotherapist in Playa Vista, Ca, and I specialize in working with millennials, professionals, parents, and couples. We can work together on resolving relationship conflicts, coping with feelings of being overwhelmed at work and home, breaking free from unproductive patterns, overcoming parenting challenges, and finding more joy and purpose in life. When you join me in therapy, we will develop a therapy plan, that will introduce you to new strategies, targeted at meeting your specific goals.
Welcome! I am a licensed psychotherapist in Playa Vista, Ca, and I specialize in working with millennials, professionals, parents, and couples. We can work together on resolving relationship conflicts, coping with feelings of being overwhelmed at work and home, breaking free from unproductive patterns, overcoming parenting challenges, and finding more joy and purpose in life. When you join me in therapy, we will develop a therapy plan, that will introduce you to new strategies, targeted at meeting your specific goals.
(323) 736-5199 View (323) 736-5199
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Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90230
I specialize in helping artists, writers, journalists, authors, musicians, actors, filmmakers and creative people from all walks of life to rediscover and reconnect with their passion and creativity. As a writer myself, I understand how artistic pursuits can bring up unexpected connections and challenges in our personal lives and vice versa. It would be a privilege to work together toward a more balanced, robust, and hopeful existence. Let me be your guide & support as we build essential coping skills, explore the past & develop tools and resources to turn daydreams into reality now and in the future. I look forward to meeting you!
I specialize in helping artists, writers, journalists, authors, musicians, actors, filmmakers and creative people from all walks of life to rediscover and reconnect with their passion and creativity. As a writer myself, I understand how artistic pursuits can bring up unexpected connections and challenges in our personal lives and vice versa. It would be a privilege to work together toward a more balanced, robust, and hopeful existence. Let me be your guide & support as we build essential coping skills, explore the past & develop tools and resources to turn daydreams into reality now and in the future. I look forward to meeting you!
(310) 634-0746 View (310) 634-0746
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Jennifer Holt
Counselor, PhD, LPCC, MDiv
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90066  (Online Only)
As a master therapist, my clients are very diverse and cross all cultural backgrounds. They are dealing with trauma, depression/anxiety, old damaging beliefs and dysfunctional behavior. I help them reclaim their lives with cutting edge brain re-training, more effective at creating permanent healing than talk therapy. By rewriting the brain's negative programs, we create emotional well-being, peace, joy and self-acceptance. I also work with mood disorders, relationship issues, addictions, sexual issues. I have a very high success rate and rapid results. Text me for more info: 831-888-6201.
As a master therapist, my clients are very diverse and cross all cultural backgrounds. They are dealing with trauma, depression/anxiety, old damaging beliefs and dysfunctional behavior. I help them reclaim their lives with cutting edge brain re-training, more effective at creating permanent healing than talk therapy. By rewriting the brain's negative programs, we create emotional well-being, peace, joy and self-acceptance. I also work with mood disorders, relationship issues, addictions, sexual issues. I have a very high success rate and rapid results. Text me for more info: 831-888-6201.
(831) 240-4758 View (831) 240-4758
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Barb Jacobs Fistanic Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90066  (Online Only)
Do you feel like you are searching? Searching for the reasons why you are unhappy in your relationships or lack of relationships? Searching for the reasons why you are unhappy in your career? Searching for the reasons you feel run down and uninspired? Searching for the reasons why you keep repeating the same addictive patterns that do not turn out to have positive outcomes? Searching for the right therapist!?
Do you feel like you are searching? Searching for the reasons why you are unhappy in your relationships or lack of relationships? Searching for the reasons why you are unhappy in your career? Searching for the reasons you feel run down and uninspired? Searching for the reasons why you keep repeating the same addictive patterns that do not turn out to have positive outcomes? Searching for the right therapist!?
(310) 361-2409 View (310) 361-2409
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Dr. M at Insight Thoughts Psychotherapy Services
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90189  (Online Only)
Do you find yourself struggling with overwhelming emotions, excessive worries or major life transitions? If you're looking for a mental health service that caters to your needs, you've come to the right place! I offer a comprehensive range of services to help you achieve optimal well-being. As a therapist I specialize in treating a variety of disorders, including anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma, among others. I use evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and more to help you overcome your challenges.
Do you find yourself struggling with overwhelming emotions, excessive worries or major life transitions? If you're looking for a mental health service that caters to your needs, you've come to the right place! I offer a comprehensive range of services to help you achieve optimal well-being. As a therapist I specialize in treating a variety of disorders, including anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma, among others. I use evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and more to help you overcome your challenges.
(657) 837-2200 View (657) 837-2200
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Nathalie Contro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90230
(619) 494-3087 View (619) 494-3087
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Sarah Gallop
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Playa Vista, Los Angeles, CA 90035
Not accepting new clients
Hello and welcome! I’m Sarah, and as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Art Therapist, I am passionate about helping others. Are you looking for support during a difficult time? Do you want to understand yourself and your relationships better? I can help you learn ways to reduce anxiety and depression and increase emotional awareness so that you can thrive. Clients tell me they appreciate my warm and caring style, along with my ability to challenge them when they are ready. I am an experienced strength-based therapist, and use creative ways to reach goals, including Art Therapy, poetry, music, and humor.
Hello and welcome! I’m Sarah, and as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Art Therapist, I am passionate about helping others. Are you looking for support during a difficult time? Do you want to understand yourself and your relationships better? I can help you learn ways to reduce anxiety and depression and increase emotional awareness so that you can thrive. Clients tell me they appreciate my warm and caring style, along with my ability to challenge them when they are ready. I am an experienced strength-based therapist, and use creative ways to reach goals, including Art Therapy, poetry, music, and humor.
(310) 893-6438 View (310) 893-6438

Online Therapists

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Dr. Ashley Bradley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90034
communication, intimacy, infidelity, parenting, consensual non-monogamy, etc.
My approach to therapy encompasses warmth, humor, empathy and effective strategies to help you work through barriers that cause you to feel stuck, unfulfilled and disconnected. Our work together will help you generate more insight into your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in order to understand and work through the unconscious processes that are getting in your way. Cultivating a healthy relationship with yourself is the most rewarding investment you can make and I am committed to creating an environment where you feel inspired to make meaningful change.
communication, intimacy, infidelity, parenting, consensual non-monogamy, etc.
My approach to therapy encompasses warmth, humor, empathy and effective strategies to help you work through barriers that cause you to feel stuck, unfulfilled and disconnected. Our work together will help you generate more insight into your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in order to understand and work through the unconscious processes that are getting in your way. Cultivating a healthy relationship with yourself is the most rewarding investment you can make and I am committed to creating an environment where you feel inspired to make meaningful change.
(323) 693-9608 View (323) 693-9608
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Adam Silverstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
If you are struggling with the following, I look forward to working with you in a non-judgmental, non-shaming environment so that you can make important changes in your life: Pornography Addiction, Compulsive Sexual Behaviors, Ongoing Affairs and Infidelity, Strip Clubs, Escorts, Anxiety, and Depression.
Sometimes we just need a little help getting through tough times or difficult situations. We might be experiencing depression, anxiety, stress at work, or conflict in our relationships, for example. In those moments it might feel like you don’t know what to do or where to turn. I work collaboratively with clients from a strength-based, solution-focused orientation. I incorporate cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness practices to help clients reach their goals. I am dedicated to helping clients have lives that are meaningful and enjoyable.
If you are struggling with the following, I look forward to working with you in a non-judgmental, non-shaming environment so that you can make important changes in your life: Pornography Addiction, Compulsive Sexual Behaviors, Ongoing Affairs and Infidelity, Strip Clubs, Escorts, Anxiety, and Depression.
Sometimes we just need a little help getting through tough times or difficult situations. We might be experiencing depression, anxiety, stress at work, or conflict in our relationships, for example. In those moments it might feel like you don’t know what to do or where to turn. I work collaboratively with clients from a strength-based, solution-focused orientation. I incorporate cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness practices to help clients reach their goals. I am dedicated to helping clients have lives that are meaningful and enjoyable.
(323) 395-5077 View (323) 395-5077
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Jennifer Ginsberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, MAJCS
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Welcome to my practice! In our sessions, you will feel safe enough to be rigorously honest with me, without fear of judgement. I will meet you with the compassion and discernment you need in order to heal. I specialize in treating sex addiction, codependency, betrayal trauma, love addiction, substance abuse, partners of addicts and complex couples. We will work through the underlying emotional content (trauma, unresolved grief and abandonment wounds) that fuel the negative patterns. Together, we will restructure your internal landscape so you can achieve your goals and bring purpose to your life.
Welcome to my practice! In our sessions, you will feel safe enough to be rigorously honest with me, without fear of judgement. I will meet you with the compassion and discernment you need in order to heal. I specialize in treating sex addiction, codependency, betrayal trauma, love addiction, substance abuse, partners of addicts and complex couples. We will work through the underlying emotional content (trauma, unresolved grief and abandonment wounds) that fuel the negative patterns. Together, we will restructure your internal landscape so you can achieve your goals and bring purpose to your life.
(310) 340-6708 View (310) 340-6708
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Rhonda B Bernstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CST, CSAT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90046  (Online Only)
I'm a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of clinical experience helping clients with a variety of issues including relational problems, trauma, depression, stress and anxiety disorders, life transitions, low self-esteem, partner betrayal, substance abuse, sexual dysfunction, and compulsive behaviors. My therapy is client-centered, strengths-based and solution-focused. I provide both individual and couples therapy.
I'm a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of clinical experience helping clients with a variety of issues including relational problems, trauma, depression, stress and anxiety disorders, life transitions, low self-esteem, partner betrayal, substance abuse, sexual dysfunction, and compulsive behaviors. My therapy is client-centered, strengths-based and solution-focused. I provide both individual and couples therapy.
(818) 649-6111 View (818) 649-6111
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Cynthia Stern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90094  (Online Only)
Some presenting challenges include high conflict, finances, child problems, substance abuse, infidelity, a mental illness and more.
The individuals, families, and couples I treat should expect to produce true fundamental change.I practice a brief systemic solution focused treatment. Be ready to work with me to construct a clear understanding of the problem/symptom in order to co-create an action plan. Clients should expect to practice new patterns of behavior both in and out of sessions. I prescribe strategic interventions such as tasks, rituals, enactments, and assignments. I have integrated my expertise as a psychotherapist with my life coaching skills.I see my role as a change agent. I specialize in high conflict relational challenges and divorce.
Some presenting challenges include high conflict, finances, child problems, substance abuse, infidelity, a mental illness and more.
The individuals, families, and couples I treat should expect to produce true fundamental change.I practice a brief systemic solution focused treatment. Be ready to work with me to construct a clear understanding of the problem/symptom in order to co-create an action plan. Clients should expect to practice new patterns of behavior both in and out of sessions. I prescribe strategic interventions such as tasks, rituals, enactments, and assignments. I have integrated my expertise as a psychotherapist with my life coaching skills.I see my role as a change agent. I specialize in high conflict relational challenges and divorce.
(310) 494-7260 View (310) 494-7260
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Rachel L Barr
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
*COUPLES COUNSELING* Are you and your partner in a stuck place? Are you having difficulty navigating around the same conversation or disagreement? Are you working toward recovery from an infidelity? I work with couples and individuals in Modern Love, a place that asks a lot of relationship. I'm an active and collaborative therapist who works to move clients past the comforts of what is known and into the possibilities of the unknown. I work with couples across the fluid spectrum, and in monogamist and consensual non-monogamy relationships.
*COUPLES COUNSELING* Are you and your partner in a stuck place? Are you having difficulty navigating around the same conversation or disagreement? Are you working toward recovery from an infidelity? I work with couples and individuals in Modern Love, a place that asks a lot of relationship. I'm an active and collaborative therapist who works to move clients past the comforts of what is known and into the possibilities of the unknown. I work with couples across the fluid spectrum, and in monogamist and consensual non-monogamy relationships.
(323) 393-3678 View (323) 393-3678
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Andrew J Benkendorf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
So whether you're looking to improve communication, reduce conflict, reignite the intimacy and connection, or working toward repair after infidelity - I'm here to help.
Are you and your partner having the same argument on repeat? Has the intimacy and romance been replaced with distance and frustration? Seemingly little things become explosive arguments. And trying to talk about it leads to more conflict. Worse yet, the distance and disconnection is deafening. The unresolved issues are getting worse, and you are left feeling exhausted, invalidated, and alone. Every passing day feels like one step closer to your breaking point. Your family means everything to you and you worry it's taking a toll on your kids. You want more than anything to reconnect with your partner and finally feel heard.
So whether you're looking to improve communication, reduce conflict, reignite the intimacy and connection, or working toward repair after infidelity - I'm here to help.
Are you and your partner having the same argument on repeat? Has the intimacy and romance been replaced with distance and frustration? Seemingly little things become explosive arguments. And trying to talk about it leads to more conflict. Worse yet, the distance and disconnection is deafening. The unresolved issues are getting worse, and you are left feeling exhausted, invalidated, and alone. Every passing day feels like one step closer to your breaking point. Your family means everything to you and you worry it's taking a toll on your kids. You want more than anything to reconnect with your partner and finally feel heard.
(310) 591-9581 View (310) 591-9581
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Julia Galaudet Psyd Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90038
With over twenty years of experience, I feel comfortable treating a vast variety of personal problems including; relationship struggles, death of loved ones, infidelity, marital conflicts, infertility, depression, anger, addictions, codependency, divorce, blended families etc.
Let's face it- Whatever you are going through and whatever is bringing you to seek a therapist, it is probably not fun. Whether it is a break up, a divorce, a job loss, a death of a loved one, you have come to the right place. Seeking therapy and gaining self awareness can be life changing. Whether it is a current life crisis or the desire to change old ugly repetitive patterns, my style is nurturing, directive and fun. I work with you as a team getting to the core of the problem, and to help you move forward, hopefully with a fresh and new perspective.
With over twenty years of experience, I feel comfortable treating a vast variety of personal problems including; relationship struggles, death of loved ones, infidelity, marital conflicts, infertility, depression, anger, addictions, codependency, divorce, blended families etc.
Let's face it- Whatever you are going through and whatever is bringing you to seek a therapist, it is probably not fun. Whether it is a break up, a divorce, a job loss, a death of a loved one, you have come to the right place. Seeking therapy and gaining self awareness can be life changing. Whether it is a current life crisis or the desire to change old ugly repetitive patterns, my style is nurturing, directive and fun. I work with you as a team getting to the core of the problem, and to help you move forward, hopefully with a fresh and new perspective.
(310) 927-6816 View (310) 927-6816
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Lily Fray
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, EMDR, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90066
As a sex and relationships therapist, I support individuals and couples in working through discrepancy in desire, betrayal and lack of trust due to infidelity, sexual compulsivity, sexual trauma, sexual inexperience, STI/STDs, sex therapy, ENM, healthy relationships, sexual dysfunction such as erectile dysfunction and vaginismus, and more. 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.
As a sex and relationships therapist, I support individuals and couples in working through discrepancy in desire, betrayal and lack of trust due to infidelity, sexual compulsivity, sexual trauma, sexual inexperience, STI/STDs, sex therapy, ENM, healthy relationships, sexual dysfunction such as erectile dysfunction and vaginismus, and more. 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.
(310) 929-9670 View (310) 929-9670

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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.