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Dr. James Dillon
Psychologist, PhD, LPsy
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005
Do your sexual behaviors feel out of control? Are you concerned that you might be addicted to sex or porn? Has infidelity harmed your relationship? Perhaps you are struggling with sexual concerns like ED? If it's hard for you to stop problematic sexual behaviors on your own, it's time to see a specialist. I understand the impact compulsive sexual behavior can have on one's life and the toll of betrayal trauma on your relationship. I am committed to walking alongside my clients as they navigate their path to recovery. I am passionate about helping individuals achieve healthy intimacy, heal from trauma, and live a fulfilling life.
Do your sexual behaviors feel out of control? Are you concerned that you might be addicted to sex or porn? Has infidelity harmed your relationship? Perhaps you are struggling with sexual concerns like ED? If it's hard for you to stop problematic sexual behaviors on your own, it's time to see a specialist. I understand the impact compulsive sexual behavior can have on one's life and the toll of betrayal trauma on your relationship. I am committed to walking alongside my clients as they navigate their path to recovery. I am passionate about helping individuals achieve healthy intimacy, heal from trauma, and live a fulfilling life.
(425) 966-2275 View (425) 966-2275
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Erik Ploof
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005
Tired of arguing and thinking about divorce? Do you want to be seen, heard & understood in your relationship? Has your marriage been hurt by infidelity or sexual addiction? If you're feeling discouraged about your relationship, it's time to get support. I help couples create a safe space together to explore conflict, deepen their connection, resolve communication problems and repair trust. Your relationship does not have to be this hard. I'll show you how to to break old patterns, approach challenges together, and respond in ways that foster connection & enhance intimacy. Together we'll create a plan for your relationship to thrive.
Tired of arguing and thinking about divorce? Do you want to be seen, heard & understood in your relationship? Has your marriage been hurt by infidelity or sexual addiction? If you're feeling discouraged about your relationship, it's time to get support. I help couples create a safe space together to explore conflict, deepen their connection, resolve communication problems and repair trust. Your relationship does not have to be this hard. I'll show you how to to break old patterns, approach challenges together, and respond in ways that foster connection & enhance intimacy. Together we'll create a plan for your relationship to thrive.
(425) 287-5575 View (425) 287-5575
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Emily Parks
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005
Have you discovered your partner's infidelity and you're not sure what to do next? Are thoughts of divorce and overwhelming emotions from the betrayal consuming you? If you're struggling to heal from your partner's affair, sexual addiction or infidelity, you might need the support of a specialist who understands. If you're questioning your entire relationship, I can help you heal by exploring what happened & helping you receive empathic understanding for your pain. Let's work together to develop a plan to ease the trauma of the betrayal and create hope that your relationship can not only be saved but that you can thrive together.
Have you discovered your partner's infidelity and you're not sure what to do next? Are thoughts of divorce and overwhelming emotions from the betrayal consuming you? If you're struggling to heal from your partner's affair, sexual addiction or infidelity, you might need the support of a specialist who understands. If you're questioning your entire relationship, I can help you heal by exploring what happened & helping you receive empathic understanding for your pain. Let's work together to develop a plan to ease the trauma of the betrayal and create hope that your relationship can not only be saved but that you can thrive together.
(425) 490-4260 View (425) 490-4260
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Jamie Hauglid
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005
I am passionate about relationships and specialize in attachment therapy, which allows for deep emotional change. I help individuals and couples struggling with relational concerns and conflict or the aftermath of infidelity and intimate betrayal. The shattering of trust can be extremely painful and overwhelming, and you may feel lost without hope. I provide a supportive path forward with the tools you need to make meaning of past events, receive empathy, communicate, strengthen emotional intimacy, and build trust. We will work to alleviate trauma responses, manage triggers, grieve, create safety and learn to love yourself again.
I am passionate about relationships and specialize in attachment therapy, which allows for deep emotional change. I help individuals and couples struggling with relational concerns and conflict or the aftermath of infidelity and intimate betrayal. The shattering of trust can be extremely painful and overwhelming, and you may feel lost without hope. I provide a supportive path forward with the tools you need to make meaning of past events, receive empathy, communicate, strengthen emotional intimacy, and build trust. We will work to alleviate trauma responses, manage triggers, grieve, create safety and learn to love yourself again.
(425) 584-2930 View (425) 584-2930
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Dr. Priyal Ranasinghe
Counselor, PsyD, MBA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005  (Online Only)
Are neurodivergent traits from ADHD or autism causing challenges in your relationship? Has infidelity caused a rupture in trust with your partner? Do you struggle with sexual addiction? I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate the unique challenges of neurodivergent relationships, as well as breaches of trust. I can help you navigate these painful wounds and leverage your strengths, while addressing emotional barriers and struggles to communicate empathy. Together, you can build a stronger, more supportive relationship, connect on a deeper level, and create the relationship you both want.
Are neurodivergent traits from ADHD or autism causing challenges in your relationship? Has infidelity caused a rupture in trust with your partner? Do you struggle with sexual addiction? I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate the unique challenges of neurodivergent relationships, as well as breaches of trust. I can help you navigate these painful wounds and leverage your strengths, while addressing emotional barriers and struggles to communicate empathy. Together, you can build a stronger, more supportive relationship, connect on a deeper level, and create the relationship you both want.
(425) 437-2386 View (425) 437-2386
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Connie Zollner
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC, LPC, CSAT-C, CCPS-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98008
I enjoy supporting individuals experiencing challenges in their relationship. I am passionate about working with those who are, or suspect they are, neurodivergent. My areas of specialty include supporting partners who have experienced intimate partner betrayal, infidelity, issues related to intimacy, and sex addiction. If you struggle to feel understood or become frustrated when trying to understand others, we can work together to find new ways of understanding and communicating. If you find yourself struggling to cope with intimate partner betrayal or sex addiction we can work together to find your new path forward.
I enjoy supporting individuals experiencing challenges in their relationship. I am passionate about working with those who are, or suspect they are, neurodivergent. My areas of specialty include supporting partners who have experienced intimate partner betrayal, infidelity, issues related to intimacy, and sex addiction. If you struggle to feel understood or become frustrated when trying to understand others, we can work together to find new ways of understanding and communicating. If you find yourself struggling to cope with intimate partner betrayal or sex addiction we can work together to find your new path forward.
(425) 390-5615 View (425) 390-5615
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Brian Humphries
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005
If sexual behavior is hurting you or someone you care about with affairs, problematic pornography use, or other secretive sexual activity, I can work with you to help you find effective solutions to restore trust, integrity and wholeness.
Are you tired of breaking commitments to yourself and others about stopping your sexual addiction or compulsive porn use? Have you hurt your partner from infidelity or sexual betrayal and desperately want to save your relationship? If your sexual behavior feels out of control and you're unable to stop, despite the havoc it's creating in your life, I can help you. Together we can create a plan to stop the destructive cycle you are stuck in, target feelings of shame and hopelessness and regain control over your life. Let me show you how to live within your values and how to show up authentically to repair trust with your partner.
If sexual behavior is hurting you or someone you care about with affairs, problematic pornography use, or other secretive sexual activity, I can work with you to help you find effective solutions to restore trust, integrity and wholeness.
Are you tired of breaking commitments to yourself and others about stopping your sexual addiction or compulsive porn use? Have you hurt your partner from infidelity or sexual betrayal and desperately want to save your relationship? If your sexual behavior feels out of control and you're unable to stop, despite the havoc it's creating in your life, I can help you. Together we can create a plan to stop the destructive cycle you are stuck in, target feelings of shame and hopelessness and regain control over your life. Let me show you how to live within your values and how to show up authentically to repair trust with your partner.
(425) 292-1528 View (425) 292-1528
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Felicia Molano
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005  (Online Only)
Is sex a problem for you or your relationship? Are you tired of arguing about sex & avoiding intimacy? Has infidelity or sexual trauma hurt your ability to feel safe and connect? If you're tired of trying to fix things on your own, it's probably time to get support from a specialist. I help individuals & couples work though sexual struggles, heal from trauma, and rebuild intimacy. Together, we can create a plan to help you experience a deeper and fulfilling relationship. I build upon your strengths, while healing wounds that fuel suffering and keep us stuck. I'll walk alongside you as we work together on your goals set at your pace.
Is sex a problem for you or your relationship? Are you tired of arguing about sex & avoiding intimacy? Has infidelity or sexual trauma hurt your ability to feel safe and connect? If you're tired of trying to fix things on your own, it's probably time to get support from a specialist. I help individuals & couples work though sexual struggles, heal from trauma, and rebuild intimacy. Together, we can create a plan to help you experience a deeper and fulfilling relationship. I build upon your strengths, while healing wounds that fuel suffering and keep us stuck. I'll walk alongside you as we work together on your goals set at your pace.
(855) 941-5117 View (855) 941-5117
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Pacific Behavioral Healthcare
Psychologist, PhD, CST, EMDR, CCPS, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005
We are specialists in relationships, betrayal, recovering from sexual addiction or compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, trauma, sex therapy, and general mental health difficulties.
Is your relationship struggling from a loss of closeness or intimacy? Does infidelity or sexual addiction have you considering divorce? If you’re struggling to connect or trust your partner, we can help! We are dedicated to fostering real change in clients lives. We are advancing the standard of care through empirical strategies to help you heal, connect, and guide you through the recovery & repair process. We create an intimate space where you can safely share, receive empathy, and create shared meaning to move through difficult circumstances together. Let us help you be heard, heal, and reignite a sense of connection.
We are specialists in relationships, betrayal, recovering from sexual addiction or compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, trauma, sex therapy, and general mental health difficulties.
Is your relationship struggling from a loss of closeness or intimacy? Does infidelity or sexual addiction have you considering divorce? If you’re struggling to connect or trust your partner, we can help! We are dedicated to fostering real change in clients lives. We are advancing the standard of care through empirical strategies to help you heal, connect, and guide you through the recovery & repair process. We create an intimate space where you can safely share, receive empathy, and create shared meaning to move through difficult circumstances together. Let us help you be heard, heal, and reignite a sense of connection.
(425) 214-9123 View (425) 214-9123
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Allied Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MA-MFT, CC(Cert, Couns)
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98006
Currently accepting new clients. Arguing over money? Communication? Unmotivated teenager? Infidelity? We've got your back. We help you communicate and resolve conflict in kind, loving ways that build your relationship. We help couples find their love again, and teach teenagers adult life skills, with humor and sensitivity. Dr. LauraMaery Gold is a marriage and family therapist, certified counselor, and best-selling author with degrees in law, finance, and family counseling. She provides proven communication and financial planning tools, and helps couples focus on the big picture.
Currently accepting new clients. Arguing over money? Communication? Unmotivated teenager? Infidelity? We've got your back. We help you communicate and resolve conflict in kind, loving ways that build your relationship. We help couples find their love again, and teach teenagers adult life skills, with humor and sensitivity. Dr. LauraMaery Gold is a marriage and family therapist, certified counselor, and best-selling author with degrees in law, finance, and family counseling. She provides proven communication and financial planning tools, and helps couples focus on the big picture.
(253) 259-3104 View (253) 259-3104
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John Buscher
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NBCC, MHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98015
I specialize in helping (non-)neurotypical couples learn to restore intimacy, communicate better, overcome hurtful events & affairs using Gottman methods.
If there is one constant in life, it's change; a new job or suddenly having to look for one , a new relationship or a heart break, a marriage, a divorce, life not working out the way you had hoped. Let me help you navigate these uncertain times, helping you to find a way through them or take a new tack or tap into hidden strengths. Sometimes we can change the situation; sometimes we must change ourselves, tearing down limiting beliefs and narratives to create new beliefs and narratives that honor our true self, our true values, and our goals.
I specialize in helping (non-)neurotypical couples learn to restore intimacy, communicate better, overcome hurtful events & affairs using Gottman methods.
If there is one constant in life, it's change; a new job or suddenly having to look for one , a new relationship or a heart break, a marriage, a divorce, life not working out the way you had hoped. Let me help you navigate these uncertain times, helping you to find a way through them or take a new tack or tap into hidden strengths. Sometimes we can change the situation; sometimes we must change ourselves, tearing down limiting beliefs and narratives to create new beliefs and narratives that honor our true self, our true values, and our goals.
(206) 207-4735 View (206) 207-4735
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Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP, CSAT, CPTT, CMAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004
Whether you need a recovery coach to help you establish sobriety, treatment for sex/porn addiction, therapy to address the trauma caused by infidelity, therapy to address abuse as a child, a desire to address codependency issues, have relationship problems, or you are in recovery and are seeking outside help, we can help you.
Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching is group practice of therapists and coaches who specialize in addiction including alcohol and drug addiction, sex addiction, pornography addiction, love addiction and partner betrayal trauma. All of the therapists and coaches at Fourth Dimension are in long term substance abuse recovery themselves and are experts in the field of addiction. They also have extensive training in couples therapy, infidelity, codependency, family of origin, women's issues, domestic violence, trauma and life transitions. We offer individual, couples and group therapy and coaching for both men and women.
Whether you need a recovery coach to help you establish sobriety, treatment for sex/porn addiction, therapy to address the trauma caused by infidelity, therapy to address abuse as a child, a desire to address codependency issues, have relationship problems, or you are in recovery and are seeking outside help, we can help you.
Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching is group practice of therapists and coaches who specialize in addiction including alcohol and drug addiction, sex addiction, pornography addiction, love addiction and partner betrayal trauma. All of the therapists and coaches at Fourth Dimension are in long term substance abuse recovery themselves and are experts in the field of addiction. They also have extensive training in couples therapy, infidelity, codependency, family of origin, women's issues, domestic violence, trauma and life transitions. We offer individual, couples and group therapy and coaching for both men and women.
(425) 652-1690 View (425) 652-1690
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Michael Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98015  (Online Only)
Thanks for your interest in my profile. As a marriage and family therapist, I am specifically trained to see couples and families, but I very much enjoy working with individuals as well. Developing insight towards learning how to love others and be loved by others is the key to building healthy, connected relationships. If you are finding that you are struggling in maintaining or developing relationships with others, if you have experienced betrayal, or if you struggle to maintain connection with others, especially your partners, then I am the therapist you are looking for. I also enjoy working with a variety of individual issues.
Thanks for your interest in my profile. As a marriage and family therapist, I am specifically trained to see couples and families, but I very much enjoy working with individuals as well. Developing insight towards learning how to love others and be loved by others is the key to building healthy, connected relationships. If you are finding that you are struggling in maintaining or developing relationships with others, if you have experienced betrayal, or if you struggle to maintain connection with others, especially your partners, then I am the therapist you are looking for. I also enjoy working with a variety of individual issues.
(425) 528-8944 View (425) 528-8944
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Parmis Brazil
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98005  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! Hello! People seek therapy for various reasons and sometimes, for some, it may even be a scary and uncomfortable step to take at first. I create a safe and supportive space for you to start your journey. My goal is to build a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients built on trust, respect, compassion, and transparency. I help teens, adults, and couples with stress, conflict, anxiety, depression, infidelity, betrayal, and or other life struggles and transitions that one may be facing.
Accepting New Clients! Hello! People seek therapy for various reasons and sometimes, for some, it may even be a scary and uncomfortable step to take at first. I create a safe and supportive space for you to start your journey. My goal is to build a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients built on trust, respect, compassion, and transparency. I help teens, adults, and couples with stress, conflict, anxiety, depression, infidelity, betrayal, and or other life struggles and transitions that one may be facing.
(206) 202-5315 View (206) 202-5315
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Sarah Wagner
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
Now accepting new couples! Are you too familiar with feelings like hurt, isolation, or helplessness? If so, you know these can zap the life out of you and your partner, not to mention your relationship. I believe all these feelings can arise from one common enemy, disconnection. Whether that disconnection arose from stress, conflict, infidelity, a diagnosis, or from simply feeling "off," disconnection makes it harder for us to thrive under life’s stressors, let alone build the relationship we want.
Now accepting new couples! Are you too familiar with feelings like hurt, isolation, or helplessness? If so, you know these can zap the life out of you and your partner, not to mention your relationship. I believe all these feelings can arise from one common enemy, disconnection. Whether that disconnection arose from stress, conflict, infidelity, a diagnosis, or from simply feeling "off," disconnection makes it harder for us to thrive under life’s stressors, let alone build the relationship we want.
(360) 227-7711 View (360) 227-7711
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Alicia M. Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW, LICSW, PhD, Student
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
Feeling disconnected? It's not uncommon to face challenges in building satisfying relationships, navigating intimacy issues, or overcoming communication barriers. If you find yourself longing for deeper connections, seeking ways to manage stress, and aiming to navigate life with greater resilience and clarity, your search ends here.
Feeling disconnected? It's not uncommon to face challenges in building satisfying relationships, navigating intimacy issues, or overcoming communication barriers. If you find yourself longing for deeper connections, seeking ways to manage stress, and aiming to navigate life with greater resilience and clarity, your search ends here.
(719) 399-5156 View (719) 399-5156
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Kristin Park
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98007
Accepting new clients - immediate openings available! Have you struggled to find that right fit with a therapist? Have you been feeling stuck or detached from yourself or your partner, wondering how you got here? Are you overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, painful past memories, or difficult emotions? Maybe you’ve spent years trying to fix things on your own, but have found yourself in the same frustrating and painful cycle again and again. Finding a therapist you can trust and with whom you can be yourself is important. I can provide you a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns and begin charting a path forward.
Accepting new clients - immediate openings available! Have you struggled to find that right fit with a therapist? Have you been feeling stuck or detached from yourself or your partner, wondering how you got here? Are you overwhelmed by anxious thoughts, painful past memories, or difficult emotions? Maybe you’ve spent years trying to fix things on your own, but have found yourself in the same frustrating and painful cycle again and again. Finding a therapist you can trust and with whom you can be yourself is important. I can provide you a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns and begin charting a path forward.
(425) 475-1229 View (425) 475-1229
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Dr. Teona Amble
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping people to promote well-being and to manage emotional distress and psychiatric symptoms. I enjoy using psychological theories and mind-body interventions to help children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds to improve their physical and mental health. I have helped people to reach their physical health goals, heal from trauma, make career and life transitions, grow in marriages and relationships, and build mood and anxiety management tools. My sessions focus on sharing information and skills to address your unique needs and life circumstances. We will develop a treatment plan together.
I am passionate about helping people to promote well-being and to manage emotional distress and psychiatric symptoms. I enjoy using psychological theories and mind-body interventions to help children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds to improve their physical and mental health. I have helped people to reach their physical health goals, heal from trauma, make career and life transitions, grow in marriages and relationships, and build mood and anxiety management tools. My sessions focus on sharing information and skills to address your unique needs and life circumstances. We will develop a treatment plan together.
(360) 226-6994 View (360) 226-6994
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Dustin-Leigh Fowler
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
I am experienced working with children, adults, couples, and families. Many times, people who call me are in distress, having tried what feels like everything, and they often feel frustrated and overwhelmed by their situation. My goal is to help individuals identify patterns of dysfunction that create problems for them. I work within the framework of an individual’s gifts and challenges to develop a strong relationship that allows for open communication and honesty. My strengths-based approach allows individuals to feel they have a voice and builds upon the good that is already taking place within their life and relationships.
I am experienced working with children, adults, couples, and families. Many times, people who call me are in distress, having tried what feels like everything, and they often feel frustrated and overwhelmed by their situation. My goal is to help individuals identify patterns of dysfunction that create problems for them. I work within the framework of an individual’s gifts and challenges to develop a strong relationship that allows for open communication and honesty. My strengths-based approach allows individuals to feel they have a voice and builds upon the good that is already taking place within their life and relationships.
(253) 400-2711 View (253) 400-2711
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Chanel Ryssel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bellevue, WA 98004  (Online Only)
I believe that healing begins with being heard. The therapeutic relationship allows me to witness and attune to your experiences with acceptance and positive regard. Together in practice, we can foster internal exploration that leads to supported change. My therapeutic approach is guided by a feminist, person-in-the-environment perspective. Real wellness is grounded by insight into one's personal story, and how the language, habits, and our personal reactions influence our well-being and internal state.
I believe that healing begins with being heard. The therapeutic relationship allows me to witness and attune to your experiences with acceptance and positive regard. Together in practice, we can foster internal exploration that leads to supported change. My therapeutic approach is guided by a feminist, person-in-the-environment perspective. Real wellness is grounded by insight into one's personal story, and how the language, habits, and our personal reactions influence our well-being and internal state.
(206) 483-1502 View (206) 483-1502
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.