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Nancy Ryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, Gottman, Cert
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rocklin, CA 95677
Relationships take work, but what does that mean? It's hard to live day to day with conflict, disconnection or even betrayal without it affecting the rest of your work or life. You haven't been given instructions on how to do your relationship, you're trying but it's not working. But you're ready to accept help. You're ready to have a relationship filled with trust, good communication, great passion and sex and the ability to fight fair - a partner in life where you support each other. We are here to help you get there. We have the book on relationships and we will share. We use a research based form of couples therapy.
Relationships take work, but what does that mean? It's hard to live day to day with conflict, disconnection or even betrayal without it affecting the rest of your work or life. You haven't been given instructions on how to do your relationship, you're trying but it's not working. But you're ready to accept help. You're ready to have a relationship filled with trust, good communication, great passion and sex and the ability to fight fair - a partner in life where you support each other. We are here to help you get there. We have the book on relationships and we will share. We use a research based form of couples therapy.
(916) 347-5520 View (916) 347-5520
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Laura Sharp
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rocklin, CA 95677
I specialize in relationship issues - premarital and marital, living together, dating, same sex relationships and betrayals and infidelity.
Relationship stress leave us feeling lonely, disconnected and hopeless. You're someone who desires to feel loved, supported, connected but you find yourself not knowing what to do to make your marriage better. You have tried to read a book, you have tried talking to your partner with no success. You long to have a different relationship but just not sure what to do. But, you are ready to try something different. Your ready to have real conversations where you are both heard and understood, you want to resolve conflict without getting into a fight again, you want to be on the same page and be friends and lovers. I want to help.
I specialize in relationship issues - premarital and marital, living together, dating, same sex relationships and betrayals and infidelity.
Relationship stress leave us feeling lonely, disconnected and hopeless. You're someone who desires to feel loved, supported, connected but you find yourself not knowing what to do to make your marriage better. You have tried to read a book, you have tried talking to your partner with no success. You long to have a different relationship but just not sure what to do. But, you are ready to try something different. Your ready to have real conversations where you are both heard and understood, you want to resolve conflict without getting into a fight again, you want to be on the same page and be friends and lovers. I want to help.
(279) 321-7727 View (279) 321-7727
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James Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rocklin, CA 95677
I only work with couples. I work with narcissism, gaslighting, emotional abuse, codependency, sexual problems, conflict, communication, deception, infidelity, affairs, and substance abuse. I know what it feels like to be in a bad marriage, and I know how to make things better. You can change the world by changing your marriage. You can become more capable of kindness, courage, empathy, and strength. You can learn how to get what you want in life, and you can learn how to really love another person. Your first session is free, so let's get started.
I only work with couples. I work with narcissism, gaslighting, emotional abuse, codependency, sexual problems, conflict, communication, deception, infidelity, affairs, and substance abuse. I know what it feels like to be in a bad marriage, and I know how to make things better. You can change the world by changing your marriage. You can become more capable of kindness, courage, empathy, and strength. You can learn how to get what you want in life, and you can learn how to really love another person. Your first session is free, so let's get started.
(916) 299-7843 View (916) 299-7843
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Joseph Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lincoln, CA 95648
I typically work with adults who are struggling with a sexual addiction such as pornography or other acting out behaviors, couples who have had infidelity in their relationship, and those who are suffering from the effects of trauma whether it be childhood trauma or events that have happened in their adult years.
Welcome. My name is Joseph Martinez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Pasadena, California, and seeing people by Telehealth and in person. I work with teens, adults, and couples primarily focusing on trauma, sexual addictions, betrayal trauma, and grief. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and EMDR to help you work through these difficult times and hopefully feel better. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach and after working with you to determine your needs and what works best for you, we go from there.
I typically work with adults who are struggling with a sexual addiction such as pornography or other acting out behaviors, couples who have had infidelity in their relationship, and those who are suffering from the effects of trauma whether it be childhood trauma or events that have happened in their adult years.
Welcome. My name is Joseph Martinez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Pasadena, California, and seeing people by Telehealth and in person. I work with teens, adults, and couples primarily focusing on trauma, sexual addictions, betrayal trauma, and grief. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and EMDR to help you work through these difficult times and hopefully feel better. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach and after working with you to determine your needs and what works best for you, we go from there.
(510) 216-1966 View (510) 216-1966
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Megan Paterson, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rocklin, CA 95765
As a divorced, co-parenting mom of multiples, I know the hurt, betrayal, fear, and anguish of deep marital problems.
You owe it to yourself to try what works. I'm an experienced EMDR Therapist and Couples/Divorce Counselor. If anxiety or depression are making it hard to live your best life, EMDR is for you. EMDR is a highly-researched treatment that can relieve decades of struggle in just a few sessions. If you're suffering, click my website to learn more. You don't need years of therapy to feel good again; you need the system that is certified by the World Health Organization and dozens of others as their preferred treatment for trauma, anxiety, and other symptoms.
As a divorced, co-parenting mom of multiples, I know the hurt, betrayal, fear, and anguish of deep marital problems.
You owe it to yourself to try what works. I'm an experienced EMDR Therapist and Couples/Divorce Counselor. If anxiety or depression are making it hard to live your best life, EMDR is for you. EMDR is a highly-researched treatment that can relieve decades of struggle in just a few sessions. If you're suffering, click my website to learn more. You don't need years of therapy to feel good again; you need the system that is certified by the World Health Organization and dozens of others as their preferred treatment for trauma, anxiety, and other symptoms.
(530) 553-4353 View (530) 553-4353
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Rick Sautter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCB, BCN
Verified Verified
Lincoln, CA 95648
For couples: Would you like to recapture the feelings you had towards one another when you first committed your lives to one another? So many things can appear to kill all those wonderful feelings and the joy you once had, but these feelings can be restored and even built on. I specialize in emotionally focused couple therapy. It has an amazing positive impact even in the face of affairs, loss of sexual interest, lives too busy to connect, loss of intimacy, traumatic histories, and so many other issues. This wonderful method has helped hundreds of thousands of couples discover an even deeper connection.
For couples: Would you like to recapture the feelings you had towards one another when you first committed your lives to one another? So many things can appear to kill all those wonderful feelings and the joy you once had, but these feelings can be restored and even built on. I specialize in emotionally focused couple therapy. It has an amazing positive impact even in the face of affairs, loss of sexual interest, lives too busy to connect, loss of intimacy, traumatic histories, and so many other issues. This wonderful method has helped hundreds of thousands of couples discover an even deeper connection.
(916) 587-4878 View (916) 587-4878
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Rebekah Shurtleff
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Loomis, CA 95650
Contact me today for skills to help reduce distress, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, co-dependency, addiction, and betrayal.
Are you ready to find healing and hope? Are you ready to begin a unique journey to achieve your goals and discover your true self? Are you ready to strengthen your relationships? I have openings for couples, individuals, children and families. Saturday and Sunday sessions are available for your convenience. Start your journey of hope and healing today. Your counseling sessions will be client-centered and strength-based. Visit my website at rebekahcounseling.com. I look forward to working with you.
Contact me today for skills to help reduce distress, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, co-dependency, addiction, and betrayal.
Are you ready to find healing and hope? Are you ready to begin a unique journey to achieve your goals and discover your true self? Are you ready to strengthen your relationships? I have openings for couples, individuals, children and families. Saturday and Sunday sessions are available for your convenience. Start your journey of hope and healing today. Your counseling sessions will be client-centered and strength-based. Visit my website at rebekahcounseling.com. I look forward to working with you.
(916) 526-3517 View (916) 526-3517
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Natalee Gaddini-Birdwell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Granite Bay, CA 94756
As your therapist, I am committed to creating an inclusive space where you are welcome exactly as you are. I do this with compassion and empathy by listening deeply to what is most important to you. Through therapy, I am dedicated to providing a space where you are met with warmth, authenticity, and acceptance. We all deserve to feel truly seen and heard. Whether you are a couple who has recently faced betrayal or are feeling stuck in the relationship, a teenager experiencing anxiety, or an adult navigating a major life transition, I am here to support you through it.
As your therapist, I am committed to creating an inclusive space where you are welcome exactly as you are. I do this with compassion and empathy by listening deeply to what is most important to you. Through therapy, I am dedicated to providing a space where you are met with warmth, authenticity, and acceptance. We all deserve to feel truly seen and heard. Whether you are a couple who has recently faced betrayal or are feeling stuck in the relationship, a teenager experiencing anxiety, or an adult navigating a major life transition, I am here to support you through it.
(916) 571-6958 View (916) 571-6958
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Jennifer Hagar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rocklin, CA 95677  (Online Only)
For couples, I will guide you through the challenges you face during various life transitions; a betrayal in the relationship, the challenges of having a blended family, going through a divorce and co-parenting, as well as difficulties in getting on the same page.
Are you experiencing relationship problems-such as ongoing conflict, trust issues, or feeling distant? If you are, there is help and hope. Through a process of improving your communication, learning how to have productive conflict resolution, rebuilding trust, and improving the friendship and connection in your partnership; you can have a close, loving relationship.
For couples, I will guide you through the challenges you face during various life transitions; a betrayal in the relationship, the challenges of having a blended family, going through a divorce and co-parenting, as well as difficulties in getting on the same page.
Are you experiencing relationship problems-such as ongoing conflict, trust issues, or feeling distant? If you are, there is help and hope. Through a process of improving your communication, learning how to have productive conflict resolution, rebuilding trust, and improving the friendship and connection in your partnership; you can have a close, loving relationship.
(916) 660-3300 View (916) 660-3300
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Sean William Bezdek
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Granite Bay, CA 95746
I specialize in working with adults who struggle with addiction, personality disorders, those who have tried therapy before but it didn't feel like it helped and working with couples and relationship issues - premarital and marital relationships, sex therapy and infidelity.
Substance use is causing problems in your relationships. You find yourself continuing to use substance's even when you feel the chaotic loss of control, a sense of being worthless, hopeless, isolated, and lost, all while having an intense craving, and only feeling fleeting pleasure? You want to show up differently, but find it hard to stick to the changes that you promise to make. You are not sure how to change this cycle, your relationship may be at risk. but you have no idea how to do it differently. But, you're ready to make a change. You're no longer going to let substances get in the way of your relationship.
I specialize in working with adults who struggle with addiction, personality disorders, those who have tried therapy before but it didn't feel like it helped and working with couples and relationship issues - premarital and marital relationships, sex therapy and infidelity.
Substance use is causing problems in your relationships. You find yourself continuing to use substance's even when you feel the chaotic loss of control, a sense of being worthless, hopeless, isolated, and lost, all while having an intense craving, and only feeling fleeting pleasure? You want to show up differently, but find it hard to stick to the changes that you promise to make. You are not sure how to change this cycle, your relationship may be at risk. but you have no idea how to do it differently. But, you're ready to make a change. You're no longer going to let substances get in the way of your relationship.
(279) 400-1749 View (279) 400-1749
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HOPE Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rocklin, CA 95677
HOPE Counseling is here to meet the needs of the community. We offer compassionate, professional, focused therapy for individuals, couples, and families. We can help with a variety of challenges we all face such as, anxiety, depression, infidelity, addictions issues, co-dependency, and more. We offer a relaxed environment where you can feel safe and comforted while working towards the life you desire. We are available in Sacramento and Roseville and offer evening and weekend appointments.
HOPE Counseling is here to meet the needs of the community. We offer compassionate, professional, focused therapy for individuals, couples, and families. We can help with a variety of challenges we all face such as, anxiety, depression, infidelity, addictions issues, co-dependency, and more. We offer a relaxed environment where you can feel safe and comforted while working towards the life you desire. We are available in Sacramento and Roseville and offer evening and weekend appointments.
(916) 757-3030 View (916) 757-3030
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Sue Parkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Granite Bay, CA 95746
Much of my work is helping men and women to recognize how childhood experiences continue to affect them today and to find freedom from effects of shame, betrayal and powerlessness.
I recognize that it takes courage to seek counseling. I keep that in mind, as I come along side my clients and validate, encourage and challenge them in a safe environment to work toward their personal and specific goals. I do a lot of work with clients who have experienced childhood sexual or other types of abuse. I also do marital and pre-marital counseling and am a certified Prepare-Enrich facilitator. In addition, I help clients work through such issues as grief and loss, anger, depression, anxiety, codependency and life transitions. I am a Christian. My style is also helpful for non Christians.
Much of my work is helping men and women to recognize how childhood experiences continue to affect them today and to find freedom from effects of shame, betrayal and powerlessness.
I recognize that it takes courage to seek counseling. I keep that in mind, as I come along side my clients and validate, encourage and challenge them in a safe environment to work toward their personal and specific goals. I do a lot of work with clients who have experienced childhood sexual or other types of abuse. I also do marital and pre-marital counseling and am a certified Prepare-Enrich facilitator. In addition, I help clients work through such issues as grief and loss, anger, depression, anxiety, codependency and life transitions. I am a Christian. My style is also helpful for non Christians.
(916) 553-2714 View (916) 553-2714
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Alexander Lin Hsieh
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rocklin, CA 95677
My clinical specialization includes: individual and family therapy with adolescents, helping families form stronger relationships, relationship counseling, pornography, sex addictions, affairs, and minority mental health.
Viktor Frankl said "when we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." I care deeply about working collaboratively with clients toward achieving their goals.
My clinical specialization includes: individual and family therapy with adolescents, helping families form stronger relationships, relationship counseling, pornography, sex addictions, affairs, and minority mental health.
Viktor Frankl said "when we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." I care deeply about working collaboratively with clients toward achieving their goals.
(916) 512-7372 View (916) 512-7372
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Jennifer Viscidy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Granite Bay, CA 95746
Are you tired of being stuck in the same old cycle? Perhaps you are ready to make a change, but that initial leap is daunting. The possibility of transformation excites you, but the idea of failure holds you back from ever jumping. Maybe this change looks like a more authentic relationship with yourself or with your partner. You deserve to be free to genuinely express your truth and celebrate your authenticity. I am here to let you know you do not have to be alone in this journey.
Are you tired of being stuck in the same old cycle? Perhaps you are ready to make a change, but that initial leap is daunting. The possibility of transformation excites you, but the idea of failure holds you back from ever jumping. Maybe this change looks like a more authentic relationship with yourself or with your partner. You deserve to be free to genuinely express your truth and celebrate your authenticity. I am here to let you know you do not have to be alone in this journey.
(916) 269-5450 View (916) 269-5450
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Brian Donovan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Granite Bay, CA 95746  (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. My heart goes out to those who are struggling to find hope in their lives. Is that you? Have you felt like giving up? When everyone else around you seems to be happy, you do your best to put on a smile and act as if everything is okay, but it isn’t. You are struggling. Maybe you are feeling depressed or anxious. Maybe you are struggling in your relationships including your marriage, but don’t know why. Maybe you need healing from something someone else has done to you (including your spouse).
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. My heart goes out to those who are struggling to find hope in their lives. Is that you? Have you felt like giving up? When everyone else around you seems to be happy, you do your best to put on a smile and act as if everything is okay, but it isn’t. You are struggling. Maybe you are feeling depressed or anxious. Maybe you are struggling in your relationships including your marriage, but don’t know why. Maybe you need healing from something someone else has done to you (including your spouse).
(909) 324-4855 View (909) 324-4855
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Narcissist Abuse; Gaslighting; Toxic Bonding; IFS
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-PD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Granite Bay, CA 95746  (Online Only)
GASLIGHTING; NARCISSIST ABUSE; EMOTIONAL ABUSE; MANIPULATION; HI-CONFLICT RELATIONSHIP: Often belittled, demeaned, and raged upon. You walk on eggshells & constantly need to watch what you say for fear your partner might blow up. You often feel confused & now distrust yourself; have trouble making decisions & feel like you lost yourself or don't know the person you used to be. Gaslighting is a form of psychological/emotional abuse where the abuser manipulates situations repeatedly to trick the victim into doubting his/her own memory, perception & sanity. You're accused of doing something that you know you didn't do or say.
GASLIGHTING; NARCISSIST ABUSE; EMOTIONAL ABUSE; MANIPULATION; HI-CONFLICT RELATIONSHIP: Often belittled, demeaned, and raged upon. You walk on eggshells & constantly need to watch what you say for fear your partner might blow up. You often feel confused & now distrust yourself; have trouble making decisions & feel like you lost yourself or don't know the person you used to be. Gaslighting is a form of psychological/emotional abuse where the abuser manipulates situations repeatedly to trick the victim into doubting his/her own memory, perception & sanity. You're accused of doing something that you know you didn't do or say.
(424) 331-1039 View (424) 331-1039
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Douglas McQuistan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rocklin, CA 95765  (Online Only)
Therapy offers the opportunity to share with someone, maybe for the first time who you really are. A safe therapist will help minimize feelings of shame and guide you toward deep appreciation for the younger parts of yourself that protected you from overwhelming pain. Unprocessed pain makes it difficult to trust that the people you care about most are attached to you. In couples therapy both sides likely feel unseen, alone, and fearful that they are not worth being loved the way they desire.
Therapy offers the opportunity to share with someone, maybe for the first time who you really are. A safe therapist will help minimize feelings of shame and guide you toward deep appreciation for the younger parts of yourself that protected you from overwhelming pain. Unprocessed pain makes it difficult to trust that the people you care about most are attached to you. In couples therapy both sides likely feel unseen, alone, and fearful that they are not worth being loved the way they desire.
(925) 281-3456 View (925) 281-3456
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Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
(279) 400-1814 View (279) 400-1814
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The Davis Group Counseling & Wellness Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Rocklin, CA 95677
Just when you think you are getting used to one phase of life, the next one throws you a curve ball. Whether your life includes being single, adjusting to marriage or parenthood, raising a teen, children leaving the home, or adjusting to retirement, each phase brings plenty of unique challenges. Issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, and life dissatisfaction can seem like constant companions through it all. It can feel exhausting! Life should not be about working so hard yet feeling so flat!
Just when you think you are getting used to one phase of life, the next one throws you a curve ball. Whether your life includes being single, adjusting to marriage or parenthood, raising a teen, children leaving the home, or adjusting to retirement, each phase brings plenty of unique challenges. Issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, and life dissatisfaction can seem like constant companions through it all. It can feel exhausting! Life should not be about working so hard yet feeling so flat!
(916) 409-3479 View (916) 409-3479
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Matthew Heake
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auburn, CA 95602  (Online Only)
Feeling stuck? Maybe you've tried it all, or maybe you're just now ready to begin. Always feeling like you're not "good enough" and as if anxiety runs your life? I want you to know you aren't alone, you truly are good enough, and together we can navigate and address the barriers that keep the life you desire seemingly just beyond your grasp. If you seek a safe space and understanding, you're in the right place. If genuine transformation is what you're after, our sessions are tailored to fit your needs. I specialize in trauma and anxiety therapy, utilizing the most effective interventions and my experience to help you heal.
Feeling stuck? Maybe you've tried it all, or maybe you're just now ready to begin. Always feeling like you're not "good enough" and as if anxiety runs your life? I want you to know you aren't alone, you truly are good enough, and together we can navigate and address the barriers that keep the life you desire seemingly just beyond your grasp. If you seek a safe space and understanding, you're in the right place. If genuine transformation is what you're after, our sessions are tailored to fit your needs. I specialize in trauma and anxiety therapy, utilizing the most effective interventions and my experience to help you heal.
(916) 246-0373 View (916) 246-0373

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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.