Infidelity Therapists in Monroe, WI

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Ephraim Frankel, PhD
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bayside, WI 53217  (Online Only)
I welcome all couples struggling with the pain of habitual argument; lost emotional-sexual intimacy; broken trust from infidelity, as well as personal trauma related to drugs, alcohol, sexual and/or domestic abuse. Additionally, I treat partners experiencing love, sex, and porn addictions. If you're living thru a troubled relationship with dark moments, and struggling to achieve a thriving bright future, EMAIL ME! My therapy process offers you the opportunity/experience to transform your relationship into a living treasure by you growing into a more skillful, more caring, loving partner and communicator.
I welcome all couples struggling with the pain of habitual argument; lost emotional-sexual intimacy; broken trust from infidelity, as well as personal trauma related to drugs, alcohol, sexual and/or domestic abuse. Additionally, I treat partners experiencing love, sex, and porn addictions. If you're living thru a troubled relationship with dark moments, and struggling to achieve a thriving bright future, EMAIL ME! My therapy process offers you the opportunity/experience to transform your relationship into a living treasure by you growing into a more skillful, more caring, loving partner and communicator.
(414) 897-1903 View (414) 897-1903
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Julie Ford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, CGT
Verified Verified
Brookfield, WI 53005
Waitlist for new clients
My practice focuses on couples' issues, including premarital, newlyweds, long term relationships, affairs/betrayals, addiction/recovery, sexual dissatisfaction, transition to parenthood, and transition to retirement.
Are you living in a distressed or conflicted marriage? Connection with a skilled and compassionate therapist can help couples work through conflict and ease communication problems. I work with couples facing these issues, as well as infidelity, substance abuse, and lack of intimacy. I believe that by learning new skills, you can deal with problems in a healthier way. Relationships can grow through crisis, and deep healing is possible.
My practice focuses on couples' issues, including premarital, newlyweds, long term relationships, affairs/betrayals, addiction/recovery, sexual dissatisfaction, transition to parenthood, and transition to retirement.
Are you living in a distressed or conflicted marriage? Connection with a skilled and compassionate therapist can help couples work through conflict and ease communication problems. I work with couples facing these issues, as well as infidelity, substance abuse, and lack of intimacy. I believe that by learning new skills, you can deal with problems in a healthier way. Relationships can grow through crisis, and deep healing is possible.
(262) 671-1380 View (262) 671-1380
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Judy Lauwasser-Bruett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224  (Online Only)
Has your relationship been shaken by an affair? Are you feeling alone, overwhelmed, confused? Do you worry and wonder if you and your relationship can survive the overwhelming sense of betrayal? An affair rocks the foundation of a relationship. No one thinks it can happen to them or that they can survive the intense emotions of infidelity.
Has your relationship been shaken by an affair? Are you feeling alone, overwhelmed, confused? Do you worry and wonder if you and your relationship can survive the overwhelming sense of betrayal? An affair rocks the foundation of a relationship. No one thinks it can happen to them or that they can survive the intense emotions of infidelity.
(262) 395-7807 x103 View (262) 395-7807 x103
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Lori Cao
Marriage & Family Therapist, CSAT-S, EMDR, Sexolog, CPTT-S, CBRTT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elm Grove, WI 53122
Welcome, I'm Lori Cao, and I'm delighted you've found your way here. If you're navigating challenges such as pornography/sexual addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, deception, gaslighting, betrayal trauma, complex trauma, problematic sexual choices, as well as anxiety and/or depression, you're in the right place. For those seeking to enrich their relationships, it's a privilege to guide individuals and couples towards deeper, more fulfilling connections. Our aim is to assist every individual and couple in fostering a life and relationship that is healthy, balanced, connected, and joyful.
Welcome, I'm Lori Cao, and I'm delighted you've found your way here. If you're navigating challenges such as pornography/sexual addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, deception, gaslighting, betrayal trauma, complex trauma, problematic sexual choices, as well as anxiety and/or depression, you're in the right place. For those seeking to enrich their relationships, it's a privilege to guide individuals and couples towards deeper, more fulfilling connections. Our aim is to assist every individual and couple in fostering a life and relationship that is healthy, balanced, connected, and joyful.
(612) 399-6449 View (612) 399-6449
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Stevie J Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT, CSOTP, CCPS
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53228  (Online Only)
Dealing with life's stressors can be overwhelming when faced alone, but the encouraging news is that you already have the necessary tools within you to overcome these challenges. My role is to help you uncover these resources and guide you towards positive transformation. With over 5 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in assisting clients in regaining their strength and purpose in life. My areas of focus include addressing trauma, anxiety, and depression in adults, particularly those battling with sexual addiction and betrayal trauma.
Dealing with life's stressors can be overwhelming when faced alone, but the encouraging news is that you already have the necessary tools within you to overcome these challenges. My role is to help you uncover these resources and guide you towards positive transformation. With over 5 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in assisting clients in regaining their strength and purpose in life. My areas of focus include addressing trauma, anxiety, and depression in adults, particularly those battling with sexual addiction and betrayal trauma.
(414) 600-1574 View (414) 600-1574
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Joleena Abrams
CCTSA, MA, CLC, CMEMI
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201  (Online Only)
Joleena is Certified in the Treament of Sexual Addiction, is a Certified Betrayal Trauma Coach, a Certified Clinical Trauma and Addiction Specialist, with a Masters of Psychology in Grief Counseling, and a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Joleena specializes in helping couples working through betrayal and addiction of all kinds. She also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. Her passion is to provide a safe space for her clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
Joleena is Certified in the Treament of Sexual Addiction, is a Certified Betrayal Trauma Coach, a Certified Clinical Trauma and Addiction Specialist, with a Masters of Psychology in Grief Counseling, and a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. Joleena specializes in helping couples working through betrayal and addiction of all kinds. She also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. Her passion is to provide a safe space for her clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
(414) 441-5732 View (414) 441-5732
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Krissy Roguszka
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CSTIP, CAIP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oak Creek, WI 53154
Krissy also specializes in sexuality and sexual health and is a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Practitioner who works with assisting clients in repairing relationships after infidelity with erotic recovery.
I enjoy working with adult clients who are interested in learning about their past and how it affects their current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Often, these negatively impact and affect interpersonal relationships. I provide skills to my clients, which allow them to learn effective coping strategies. I assess what individuals would like to gain out of coming to therapy and customize their treatment to help them succeed in meeting their needs and goals.
Krissy also specializes in sexuality and sexual health and is a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Practitioner who works with assisting clients in repairing relationships after infidelity with erotic recovery.
I enjoy working with adult clients who are interested in learning about their past and how it affects their current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Often, these negatively impact and affect interpersonal relationships. I provide skills to my clients, which allow them to learn effective coping strategies. I assess what individuals would like to gain out of coming to therapy and customize their treatment to help them succeed in meeting their needs and goals.
(262) 204-5571 View (262) 204-5571
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Will Hector
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705
I work with heterosexual and same-sex couples on issues of communication, integrating families, sexuality, power dynamics, attachment, trust, and infidelity. I also work with individuals on grief, relationship issues, depression and anxiety, spiritual inquiry, life transitions, and vocational calling. I hold an empathetic understanding of every client's unique worldview -- and respect how each individual arrives there. I provide compassionate, holistic, and practical support for your healing journey. Thank you for considering therapy as part of your path.
I work with heterosexual and same-sex couples on issues of communication, integrating families, sexuality, power dynamics, attachment, trust, and infidelity. I also work with individuals on grief, relationship issues, depression and anxiety, spiritual inquiry, life transitions, and vocational calling. I hold an empathetic understanding of every client's unique worldview -- and respect how each individual arrives there. I provide compassionate, holistic, and practical support for your healing journey. Thank you for considering therapy as part of your path.
(608) 719-3657 View (608) 719-3657
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Paul Smerz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendale, WI 53217
Couples come to see me for premarital counseling, healing from betrayal and infidelity, and developing better communication and conflict management skills.
I am the founder of the Relationship Center of Milwaukee, a group practice that focuses on providing couples with the skills, insights, and courage to develop themselves and their relationships. My 30-year experience as a psychologist and psychoanalyst has reinforced my belief that people heal, change, and grow in connection to others. Love relationships are simultaneously the greatest source of comfort and happiness in our lives, but also potentially the greatest source of intense stress and misery. Yet, we keep on trying. The thirst for good partnership is unquenchable.
Couples come to see me for premarital counseling, healing from betrayal and infidelity, and developing better communication and conflict management skills.
I am the founder of the Relationship Center of Milwaukee, a group practice that focuses on providing couples with the skills, insights, and courage to develop themselves and their relationships. My 30-year experience as a psychologist and psychoanalyst has reinforced my belief that people heal, change, and grow in connection to others. Love relationships are simultaneously the greatest source of comfort and happiness in our lives, but also potentially the greatest source of intense stress and misery. Yet, we keep on trying. The thirst for good partnership is unquenchable.
(414) 455-4389 View (414) 455-4389
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David Phelps
Psychologist, PhD, LP, MSHR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53202
I also work with same- and opposite-sex couples seeking to address a variety of problems and goals, including: relationship difficulties; conflict; lack of intimacy/feeling disconnected; infidelity, separation, divorce; disagreements about values, important life decisions, parenting style; improving communication; building a strong, loving relationship; adjusting to life events (marriage, cohabitation, child birth, etc.
My approach to psychotherapy is focused on building a strong and collaborative relationship with you, the client, working with you to provide immediate symptom relief and make sustainable change. My style is warm, curious, and engaged. I provide a safe and confidential space for you to share your story. I am influenced by the psychodynamic tradition, focusing on how you relate to yourself and others. As you begin to feel understood, accepted, and more deeply known in therapy, a trusting therapeutic relationship develops. This results in greater self-understanding and leads to change, including immediate symptom relief and longer-term transformation.
I also work with same- and opposite-sex couples seeking to address a variety of problems and goals, including: relationship difficulties; conflict; lack of intimacy/feeling disconnected; infidelity, separation, divorce; disagreements about values, important life decisions, parenting style; improving communication; building a strong, loving relationship; adjusting to life events (marriage, cohabitation, child birth, etc.
My approach to psychotherapy is focused on building a strong and collaborative relationship with you, the client, working with you to provide immediate symptom relief and make sustainable change. My style is warm, curious, and engaged. I provide a safe and confidential space for you to share your story. I am influenced by the psychodynamic tradition, focusing on how you relate to yourself and others. As you begin to feel understood, accepted, and more deeply known in therapy, a trusting therapeutic relationship develops. This results in greater self-understanding and leads to change, including immediate symptom relief and longer-term transformation.
(414) 877-6608 View (414) 877-6608
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Discover You Counseling and Personal Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53718
Is your relationship suffering from ongoing issues? Does it seem to be getting worse? Family conflict? Has your child begun to act out behaviorally? Issues with trust? Infidelity? Issues with communication? Lack of overall satisfaction? Has it gotten to the point where you've considered breaking things off with your partner? Ending a friendship? Cutting off a family member? Pause for a moment...and consider this...what would be different in your life if the issues within your relationship were no longer a major concern? How would the quality of your life be impacted?
Is your relationship suffering from ongoing issues? Does it seem to be getting worse? Family conflict? Has your child begun to act out behaviorally? Issues with trust? Infidelity? Issues with communication? Lack of overall satisfaction? Has it gotten to the point where you've considered breaking things off with your partner? Ending a friendship? Cutting off a family member? Pause for a moment...and consider this...what would be different in your life if the issues within your relationship were no longer a major concern? How would the quality of your life be impacted?
(608) 560-5355 View (608) 560-5355
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Lori Jill Hussussian
LPC Intern, BSN, MSEd, LPC-IT, SAC-IT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53222
I help couples start again after infidelity, betrayal, or addiction. Healing begins with trust and openness, and I guide couples towards understanding, forgiveness, and renewed commitment. It's a journey of rediscovery and healing that can strengthen bonds. I focus on helping couples communicate their feelings and needs effectively, facilitating a deeper understanding and empathy between partners. By exploring the dynamics of the relationship and individual behaviors, we work together to develop healthier patterns and a more secure, honest connection.
I help couples start again after infidelity, betrayal, or addiction. Healing begins with trust and openness, and I guide couples towards understanding, forgiveness, and renewed commitment. It's a journey of rediscovery and healing that can strengthen bonds. I focus on helping couples communicate their feelings and needs effectively, facilitating a deeper understanding and empathy between partners. By exploring the dynamics of the relationship and individual behaviors, we work together to develop healthier patterns and a more secure, honest connection.
(262) 400-2452 View (262) 400-2452
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Brigid Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MFT-IT
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
Your time in therapy is valuable, and I’m here to help you grow in the ways you deem most important. My work with individuals, couples, and families includes difficulties with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity development, trauma, ADHD, autism, and relationship issues. I also help couples and families with communication, disconnection, infidelity, parenting, and more. Together we will explore the significant relationships in your life, and using your inherent strengths, we will develop insight and strategies to bring the change you seek.
Your time in therapy is valuable, and I’m here to help you grow in the ways you deem most important. My work with individuals, couples, and families includes difficulties with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity development, trauma, ADHD, autism, and relationship issues. I also help couples and families with communication, disconnection, infidelity, parenting, and more. Together we will explore the significant relationships in your life, and using your inherent strengths, we will develop insight and strategies to bring the change you seek.
(262) 235-5878 x1032 View (262) 235-5878 x1032
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Theron Edward Parsons IV
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Madison, WI 53705
I have a range of experiences but have focused on addressing challenges to co-parenting and other family dynamics for traditional and non-traditional families, working through intimacy concerns, including the unique experiences of infidelity, and eliminating the use of emotional, psychological and physical abuse within intimate and familial relationships.
My name is Dr. Theron Parsons and I am an experienced, licensed clinical social worker who takes a supportive, sex-positive approach in working with individuals and couples seeking to improve intimacy and communication while empowering personal growth. I am a strong advocate and ally in meeting the common and unique needs of the LGBT community and their families. I have also spent a decade as a dedicated anti-violence counselor working with clients individually, and in groups, who are seeking to empower themselves through assertive non-violence in their social, professional, and intimate relationships.
I have a range of experiences but have focused on addressing challenges to co-parenting and other family dynamics for traditional and non-traditional families, working through intimacy concerns, including the unique experiences of infidelity, and eliminating the use of emotional, psychological and physical abuse within intimate and familial relationships.
My name is Dr. Theron Parsons and I am an experienced, licensed clinical social worker who takes a supportive, sex-positive approach in working with individuals and couples seeking to improve intimacy and communication while empowering personal growth. I am a strong advocate and ally in meeting the common and unique needs of the LGBT community and their families. I have also spent a decade as a dedicated anti-violence counselor working with clients individually, and in groups, who are seeking to empower themselves through assertive non-violence in their social, professional, and intimate relationships.
(608) 231-3300 x226 View (608) 231-3300 x226
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Anita Astley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Anita Astley is the founder and CEO of "Building Healthy Relationships" LLC and published author of “Unfuck Your Life and Relationships" (Simon & Schuster). She is a licensed individual, couples, and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in helping people navigate life's challenges including basic communication issues to depression, anxiety, emotional and physical intimacy issues, separation and divorce, conflict resolution, and infidelity to name a few. Ms.Astley is "solution focused" and believes there is a "solution" to every problem and arriving there successfully is possible through professional guidance & support.
Anita Astley is the founder and CEO of "Building Healthy Relationships" LLC and published author of “Unfuck Your Life and Relationships" (Simon & Schuster). She is a licensed individual, couples, and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in helping people navigate life's challenges including basic communication issues to depression, anxiety, emotional and physical intimacy issues, separation and divorce, conflict resolution, and infidelity to name a few. Ms.Astley is "solution focused" and believes there is a "solution" to every problem and arriving there successfully is possible through professional guidance & support.
(262) 300-7231 View (262) 300-7231
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Cathy E Ryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mequon, WI 53092
They seek my help because of relationship distress or dissatisfaction, separation and divorce, affairs, family problems, depression, anxiety, difficulty with life transitions, problems related to addiction, trauma, post-traumatic stress, grief and loss, and parenting concerns.
Relationships...with others and ourselves... are at the core of human experience. I work to empower couples, individuals, and families to live lives of meaning, connection, love, and happiness. I have dedicated training in Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) for relationship healing. Grounded in research and regarded as the most effective approach to couple therapy, EFT works to help partners rekindle feelings of love, connection, security, and happiness. The goal is reconnection. I also utilize Brainspotting, one of the new generation therapies, to promote a more rapid and deeper processing, integration and healing from a variety of psychological problems.
They seek my help because of relationship distress or dissatisfaction, separation and divorce, affairs, family problems, depression, anxiety, difficulty with life transitions, problems related to addiction, trauma, post-traumatic stress, grief and loss, and parenting concerns.
Relationships...with others and ourselves... are at the core of human experience. I work to empower couples, individuals, and families to live lives of meaning, connection, love, and happiness. I have dedicated training in Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) for relationship healing. Grounded in research and regarded as the most effective approach to couple therapy, EFT works to help partners rekindle feelings of love, connection, security, and happiness. The goal is reconnection. I also utilize Brainspotting, one of the new generation therapies, to promote a more rapid and deeper processing, integration and healing from a variety of psychological problems.
(262) 229-4953 View (262) 229-4953
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Miche'l Moore
MS, LMFT-IT
Verified Verified
Elm Grove, WI 53122
Though it is not obviously identified, affairs, narcissistic pain, and trauma survivors all represent similar symptoms.
OPEN FOR NEW CLIENTS!! Are you carrying things with you that are affecting your everyday life; your work, your relationships, home life, parenting, your reactions, concentration, intrusive thoughts? You do not need to carry these things with you every day. They are weighing you down, and it is time for you to reset yourself. I work with individuals, couples, and families. Your particular needs determine which type of therapy works best. When working with couples and families I take a systemic approach. I view the "system" or interactions among one another as being faulty, not any particular individual.
Though it is not obviously identified, affairs, narcissistic pain, and trauma survivors all represent similar symptoms.
OPEN FOR NEW CLIENTS!! Are you carrying things with you that are affecting your everyday life; your work, your relationships, home life, parenting, your reactions, concentration, intrusive thoughts? You do not need to carry these things with you every day. They are weighing you down, and it is time for you to reset yourself. I work with individuals, couples, and families. Your particular needs determine which type of therapy works best. When working with couples and families I take a systemic approach. I view the "system" or interactions among one another as being faulty, not any particular individual.
(262) 394-8053 View (262) 394-8053
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Amanda Meyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fitchburg, WI 53711  (Online Only)
My passion is working with couples dealing with relationship issues, communication, infidelity and intimacy.
I understand that starting therapy can be a scary process. I work to create an open and inviting atmosphere for everyone who walks through my door. It is important to feel like you have a "good fit" with your therapist, which is why I take the time to listen to what brings you in, hear your personal goals and explain what you can expect from therapy. It's not my job to judge, blame, or take sides. I will work with you to provide applicable tools and resources, identify your personal strengths and offer new ways of communicating to provide relief.
My passion is working with couples dealing with relationship issues, communication, infidelity and intimacy.
I understand that starting therapy can be a scary process. I work to create an open and inviting atmosphere for everyone who walks through my door. It is important to feel like you have a "good fit" with your therapist, which is why I take the time to listen to what brings you in, hear your personal goals and explain what you can expect from therapy. It's not my job to judge, blame, or take sides. I will work with you to provide applicable tools and resources, identify your personal strengths and offer new ways of communicating to provide relief.
(608) 478-0415 View (608) 478-0415
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Simone D LaPierre
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT-IT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53703  (Online Only)
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I work with individuals, families and couples, struggling with past trauma, infidelity, trust, affected family members, suicidality, preparation of commitment, and next-step family planning. I see a diverse group of patients from all sorts of different backgrounds, cultures, sexualities, abilities, ages, and creeds.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I work with individuals, families and couples, struggling with past trauma, infidelity, trust, affected family members, suicidality, preparation of commitment, and next-step family planning. I see a diverse group of patients from all sorts of different backgrounds, cultures, sexualities, abilities, ages, and creeds.
(608) 818-8078 View (608) 818-8078
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Alex Berg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, WI 53713
anxiety, depression, trauma, infidelity, polyamory, divorce, and co-parenting within families.
Hello and welcome, my name is Alex and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe my role as a therapist is to create a safe, client-led space where I can facilitate change and growth in areas that serve my clients. Using a unique combination of humor, direct communication, and evidence-based practices I help clients reach their goals. I work with a wide variety of concerns including (but not limited to)
anxiety, depression, trauma, infidelity, polyamory, divorce, and co-parenting within families.
Hello and welcome, my name is Alex and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe my role as a therapist is to create a safe, client-led space where I can facilitate change and growth in areas that serve my clients. Using a unique combination of humor, direct communication, and evidence-based practices I help clients reach their goals. I work with a wide variety of concerns including (but not limited to)
(608) 721-6024 View (608) 721-6024

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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.