Infidelity Therapists in Baltimore, MD

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Barry A Bass
Psychologist, PhD
Baltimore, MD 21210
Although I am a clinical psychologist who continues to treat individuals suffering from the full spectrum of psychological disorders, most of my career has been devoted to working with individuals and couples experiencing marital, relationship, and/or sexual concerns; to assisting couples seeking relief from the trauma of infidelity; and to treating individuals suffering from obsessive compulsive disorder or anger control issues.
Where does sexual intimacy fit into a loving relationship? As a certified AASECT sex therapist I help couples to see that sexual satisfaction is not an optional but rather is an essential component of a long term happy marriage. Therefore, helping couples to rekindle their sexual relationship is often the critical first step necessary for the re-establishment of a loving relationship or marriage.
Although I am a clinical psychologist who continues to treat individuals suffering from the full spectrum of psychological disorders, most of my career has been devoted to working with individuals and couples experiencing marital, relationship, and/or sexual concerns; to assisting couples seeking relief from the trauma of infidelity; and to treating individuals suffering from obsessive compulsive disorder or anger control issues.
Where does sexual intimacy fit into a loving relationship? As a certified AASECT sex therapist I help couples to see that sexual satisfaction is not an optional but rather is an essential component of a long term happy marriage. Therefore, helping couples to rekindle their sexual relationship is often the critical first step necessary for the re-establishment of a loving relationship or marriage.
(410) 305-9329 View (410) 305-9329
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Chris Kraft
Psychologist, PhD
Baltimore, MD 21210
Common challenges to sexual satisfaction can include internet sexual problems, infidelity, marital conflicts, low sexual desire, erection and/or arousal difficulties, premature ejaculation or orgasm difficulties, and performance and sexual anxiety.
I conduct a comprehensive evaluation with both members of a couple along with taking a detailed sexual and relationship history. Couples are evaluated over a 3 hour time period where they are interviewed together and separately. Individuals not coupled are evaluated in 2 hour sessions.
Common challenges to sexual satisfaction can include internet sexual problems, infidelity, marital conflicts, low sexual desire, erection and/or arousal difficulties, premature ejaculation or orgasm difficulties, and performance and sexual anxiety.
I conduct a comprehensive evaluation with both members of a couple along with taking a detailed sexual and relationship history. Couples are evaluated over a 3 hour time period where they are interviewed together and separately. Individuals not coupled are evaluated in 2 hour sessions.
(410) 656-4485 View (410) 656-4485
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Tara Gogolinski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Online Only
I work with couples at all stages, from premarital counseling to addressing infidelity, intimacy issues, and life transitions like parenting or empty nest syndrome.
I founded Rising Tides Therapy Center, PLLC with the heartfelt mission of helping both couples and individuals navigate challenges, strengthen communication, and cultivate deeper connection in their relationships and personal lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience working with couples in high-stress relationships and individuals seeking personal growth, I bring both confidence and passion to providing comprehensive, evidence-based therapy.
I work with couples at all stages, from premarital counseling to addressing infidelity, intimacy issues, and life transitions like parenting or empty nest syndrome.
I founded Rising Tides Therapy Center, PLLC with the heartfelt mission of helping both couples and individuals navigate challenges, strengthen communication, and cultivate deeper connection in their relationships and personal lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience working with couples in high-stress relationships and individuals seeking personal growth, I bring both confidence and passion to providing comprehensive, evidence-based therapy.
(984) 360-8014 View (984) 360-8014
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Dr. Jordan Markee
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I help clients with relationship challenges like infidelity, communication issues, and divorce stress.
Let’s do something different. Let’s focus on who you are, what you value, what brings you peace, and the decisions you want to make in the next 16–18 weeks. Instead of replaying the problem, we’ll create a plan to shift your patterns and emotional state. I offer two structured programs: an 18-week Couples Bootcamp to help you reconnect and rebuild, and a 16-week Discernment Program for clarity on whether to stay or go. This isn’t therapy. It’s a solution-focused option for those who are mentally and emotionally stable and ready to move forward.
I help clients with relationship challenges like infidelity, communication issues, and divorce stress.
Let’s do something different. Let’s focus on who you are, what you value, what brings you peace, and the decisions you want to make in the next 16–18 weeks. Instead of replaying the problem, we’ll create a plan to shift your patterns and emotional state. I offer two structured programs: an 18-week Couples Bootcamp to help you reconnect and rebuild, and a 16-week Discernment Program for clarity on whether to stay or go. This isn’t therapy. It’s a solution-focused option for those who are mentally and emotionally stable and ready to move forward.
(443) 331-5872 View (443) 331-5872
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Life Bridge Coaching
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT, CPLC, CLC
Serves Area
Discernment Counseling (6-session model designed for rapid decision making regarding the direction of a relationship), Infidelity repair, Intimacy reconnection, Sex Therapy, Communication, etc.
We enjoy working with clients who feel the "50 minute" model is not enough time to address their needs. WE BILL PER SESSION, NOT PER HOUR. Sessions are based on walking out of the office better than you walked in. Since the sessions are not time constrained, couples report quicker and more effective resolution to their issues. Between both specialists in the practice, we offer availability of scheduling 7 days a week at hours convenient to your schedule. Virtual sessions offered across all time zones and globally.
Discernment Counseling (6-session model designed for rapid decision making regarding the direction of a relationship), Infidelity repair, Intimacy reconnection, Sex Therapy, Communication, etc.
We enjoy working with clients who feel the "50 minute" model is not enough time to address their needs. WE BILL PER SESSION, NOT PER HOUR. Sessions are based on walking out of the office better than you walked in. Since the sessions are not time constrained, couples report quicker and more effective resolution to their issues. Between both specialists in the practice, we offer availability of scheduling 7 days a week at hours convenient to your schedule. Virtual sessions offered across all time zones and globally.
(410) 280-7835 View (410) 280-7835
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Mitch PsyD & Lisa Couples Relationship Life Coach, Specialize in Marriage/Couples, Communication, Alcohol, Infidelity, Narcissism & Parenting.
Gaslighting: Psychological manipulation that makes the recipient question their feeling, instincts & their sanity. One of the worst forms of dirty fighting which includes: Pretending not to understand someone when they do, Labeling your partners thoughts as crazy or imagined, Questioning the other person's memory, Pretending to forget what actually occurred
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Couples Relationship Life Coach, Specialize in Marriage/Couples, Communication, Alcohol, Infidelity, Narcissism & Parenting.
Gaslighting: Psychological manipulation that makes the recipient question their feeling, instincts & their sanity. One of the worst forms of dirty fighting which includes: Pretending not to understand someone when they do, Labeling your partners thoughts as crazy or imagined, Questioning the other person's memory, Pretending to forget what actually occurred
(240) 202-3948 View (240) 202-3948
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Autumn Boyle
Counselor, LGPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I help couples and individuals who are navigating a significant relationship challenge, such as infidelity, where partners are struggling with feelings that interfere with connection and intimacy.
I use my own genuineness and warmth, as well as my clinical focus on relationship therapy, to offer support for those facing difficult interpersonal challenges. I draw from Imago and Gottman relationship methods, as well as CBT, IFS, and ACT to help couples recover from infidelity, increase physical and emotional intimacy, and decrease co-dependency.
I help couples and individuals who are navigating a significant relationship challenge, such as infidelity, where partners are struggling with feelings that interfere with connection and intimacy.
I use my own genuineness and warmth, as well as my clinical focus on relationship therapy, to offer support for those facing difficult interpersonal challenges. I draw from Imago and Gottman relationship methods, as well as CBT, IFS, and ACT to help couples recover from infidelity, increase physical and emotional intimacy, and decrease co-dependency.
(443) 960-7621 View (443) 960-7621
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Steven Christopher Savoy
Counselor
Online Only
He has treated couples with conflict resolution issues, lack of satisfaction, and infidelity.
I believe that all individuals deserve a space to feel safe to discuss their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Exploring ways to become more present with oneself is essential to positive social growth. I provide a collaborative, caring, and non-judgmental approach to treatment. I assist clients in their journeys to better communication, a positive perspective on life, coping with trauma, understanding Self, and resolving conflict.
He has treated couples with conflict resolution issues, lack of satisfaction, and infidelity.
I believe that all individuals deserve a space to feel safe to discuss their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. Exploring ways to become more present with oneself is essential to positive social growth. I provide a collaborative, caring, and non-judgmental approach to treatment. I assist clients in their journeys to better communication, a positive perspective on life, coping with trauma, understanding Self, and resolving conflict.
(240) 201-9615 View (240) 201-9615
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Boyle Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Online Only
I have expertise in supporting couples through relationship conflict challenges, infidelity, ENM pathways, and reconnection.
Hello and welcome to Boyle Counseling Services! Life brings many challenges and sometimes we need outside guidance and support. I have over 20 years of clinical experience helping couples and individuals navigate those challenges. My clients have described me as warm, insightful, easy to connect with, and caring. My specialty is in couple’s work, where you will find a non-judgmental, explorative approach to help clarify challenges and master the tools to navigate your own, unique dynamic.
I have expertise in supporting couples through relationship conflict challenges, infidelity, ENM pathways, and reconnection.
Hello and welcome to Boyle Counseling Services! Life brings many challenges and sometimes we need outside guidance and support. I have over 20 years of clinical experience helping couples and individuals navigate those challenges. My clients have described me as warm, insightful, easy to connect with, and caring. My specialty is in couple’s work, where you will find a non-judgmental, explorative approach to help clarify challenges and master the tools to navigate your own, unique dynamic.
(410) 449-7847 View (410) 449-7847
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Robbye Fox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Life can be stressful and anxiety-provoking enough without adding the challenges and complications of life/career transitions, loss/grief, betrayal, childhood trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, parenting and relationship struggles, insomnia, medical diagnoses, or other issues thrown our way.
I focus on the art of encouragement, communication, and connection to help you recognize and build the inner resolve needed to deal with past traumas and to face current challenges. I help you to identify what is getting in the way of developing a healthy relationship with yourself and others, and to help break old patterns and learn healthy coping skills.
Life can be stressful and anxiety-provoking enough without adding the challenges and complications of life/career transitions, loss/grief, betrayal, childhood trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, parenting and relationship struggles, insomnia, medical diagnoses, or other issues thrown our way.
I focus on the art of encouragement, communication, and connection to help you recognize and build the inner resolve needed to deal with past traumas and to face current challenges. I help you to identify what is getting in the way of developing a healthy relationship with yourself and others, and to help break old patterns and learn healthy coping skills.
(443) 972-5757 View (443) 972-5757
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Andi Grushka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW-C
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21211
These include, but are not limited to: intimacy issues in relationships; lack of sexual education in young adulthood; infidelity; sexual dysfunction; couples in ethical non-monogamous relationships looking for guidance with communication or other relationships; and individuals who are in the kink, BDSM, LGBTQ+, or sex-work communities and would like informed therapeutic care.
I am the owner of Gold Pomegranate LLC practicing psychotherapy in PA & MD. I studied and have been certified with the Sexual Health Alliance as a kink-informed clinician, and I am a National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF) Kink-Aware Professional. I offer a mix of solution-focused therapy with a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach.
These include, but are not limited to: intimacy issues in relationships; lack of sexual education in young adulthood; infidelity; sexual dysfunction; couples in ethical non-monogamous relationships looking for guidance with communication or other relationships; and individuals who are in the kink, BDSM, LGBTQ+, or sex-work communities and would like informed therapeutic care.
I am the owner of Gold Pomegranate LLC practicing psychotherapy in PA & MD. I studied and have been certified with the Sexual Health Alliance as a kink-informed clinician, and I am a National Coalition for Sexual Freedom (NCSF) Kink-Aware Professional. I offer a mix of solution-focused therapy with a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach.
(410) 896-1336 View (410) 896-1336
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Phill Sheldon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Baltimore, MD 21212
I have extensive experience working with grief, adjustment to illness, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the varied ambiguities of marriage, extramarital affairs, and separation.
My therapy stance is that the pursuit of a meaningful, examined life often requires that we feel badly. But, when we can prioritize what matters to us, learn to accommodate emotional discomfort, and behave in ways that match our values, we are more fulfilled, purposeful, and connected to what we love.
I have extensive experience working with grief, adjustment to illness, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the varied ambiguities of marriage, extramarital affairs, and separation.
My therapy stance is that the pursuit of a meaningful, examined life often requires that we feel badly. But, when we can prioritize what matters to us, learn to accommodate emotional discomfort, and behave in ways that match our values, we are more fulfilled, purposeful, and connected to what we love.
(410) 334-9558 View (410) 334-9558
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Maeve McDevitt
Counselor, LGPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether it be a breach of trust through infidelity, a loss of connection, or persistent fights without resolve, we will work together to restore and strengthen these bonds.
My approach to therapy is honest and direct while remaining compassionate to create a safe, non-judgmental space. I work with couples and individuals on issues such as communication, anxiety, and transitions. My goal is for you to feel understood, genuinely supported, and ultimately empowered to make the changes you seek personally and in your relationships.
Whether it be a breach of trust through infidelity, a loss of connection, or persistent fights without resolve, we will work together to restore and strengthen these bonds.
My approach to therapy is honest and direct while remaining compassionate to create a safe, non-judgmental space. I work with couples and individuals on issues such as communication, anxiety, and transitions. My goal is for you to feel understood, genuinely supported, and ultimately empowered to make the changes you seek personally and in your relationships.
(410) 397-7755 View (410) 397-7755
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DeShala Hunt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in treating individuals that struggle to overcome narcissistic abuse, parenting & attachment issues, childhood trauma, spirituality, ADHD, and couples that would like to overcome infidelity and/or trauma within their relationship.
I provide spiritual, Bible based mental health services in North Carolina, Alabama, and Virginia. If you are tired of wavering in you faith, have experienced "church hurt," and you are truly ready for change that leads to a refreshed, spiritual encounter with Jesus, scheduling your Kairos Experience is the first step. (Proverbs 19:20-21).
I specialize in treating individuals that struggle to overcome narcissistic abuse, parenting & attachment issues, childhood trauma, spirituality, ADHD, and couples that would like to overcome infidelity and/or trauma within their relationship.
I provide spiritual, Bible based mental health services in North Carolina, Alabama, and Virginia. If you are tired of wavering in you faith, have experienced "church hurt," and you are truly ready for change that leads to a refreshed, spiritual encounter with Jesus, scheduling your Kairos Experience is the first step. (Proverbs 19:20-21).
(919) 646-2733 View (919) 646-2733
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Jessica Jones
Pre-Licensed Professional
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether you are preparing for marriage, or repairing the relationship all parties need to feel that they have a starting point, In our work together we will address infidelity, "toxic" traits, miscommunications, unhealthy expectations, and manipulation.
Together we will work to create a safe space for the relationship to flourish. Some of the work we will do to create that space is to help break down defense mechanisms and increase intimacy by repairing broken and unhealthy patterns.
Whether you are preparing for marriage, or repairing the relationship all parties need to feel that they have a starting point, In our work together we will address infidelity, "toxic" traits, miscommunications, unhealthy expectations, and manipulation.
Together we will work to create a safe space for the relationship to flourish. Some of the work we will do to create that space is to help break down defense mechanisms and increase intimacy by repairing broken and unhealthy patterns.
(202) 843-7622 View (202) 843-7622
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Kier Maxwell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My areas of expertise include working with law enforcement, premarital, discernment counseling/couples on the brink of divorce, infidelity, blended family issues, adolescent issues, and grief and bereavement.
I have over 29 years experience in helping couples with communication and conflict problems. I take a systematic perspective and use a variety of techniques to restore emotional connection and teach skills that promote a solid, happy relationship. Therapy starts with a thorough assessment to pinpoint strengths and stress points of each person and the relationship.
My areas of expertise include working with law enforcement, premarital, discernment counseling/couples on the brink of divorce, infidelity, blended family issues, adolescent issues, and grief and bereavement.
I have over 29 years experience in helping couples with communication and conflict problems. I take a systematic perspective and use a variety of techniques to restore emotional connection and teach skills that promote a solid, happy relationship. Therapy starts with a thorough assessment to pinpoint strengths and stress points of each person and the relationship.
(240) 257-7928 View (240) 257-7928
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Lisa Eschbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CSAT, CMAT
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialize in betrayal trauma, affair recovery for couples, as well as sex and porn addiction for male/female and Mother Hunger.
My professional experience varies from working in healthcare to education and therapy for youth & their families. I now work with adults & couples who deal with sex addiction, porn exposure/addiction, betrayal trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, life transitions and stress. For couples, I work to identify negative cycles & facilitate how to remove them.
I specialize in betrayal trauma, affair recovery for couples, as well as sex and porn addiction for male/female and Mother Hunger.
My professional experience varies from working in healthcare to education and therapy for youth & their families. I now work with adults & couples who deal with sex addiction, porn exposure/addiction, betrayal trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, life transitions and stress. For couples, I work to identify negative cycles & facilitate how to remove them.
(410) 612-3004 View (410) 612-3004
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Monica J Smith
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I also love to work with couples repairing trust, communication, and connection—especially after sexual addiction or betrayal.
I am a Board-Certified Coach with a Master’s in Forensic Psychology, advanced training in counseling, sexual health, and sexual addiction coaching, and certifications in resilience and positive psychology. I blend science-based tools to support healing, intimacy, and addiction recovery in a unique, holistic way focused on strengths and well-being research.
I also love to work with couples repairing trust, communication, and connection—especially after sexual addiction or betrayal.
I am a Board-Certified Coach with a Master’s in Forensic Psychology, advanced training in counseling, sexual health, and sexual addiction coaching, and certifications in resilience and positive psychology. I blend science-based tools to support healing, intimacy, and addiction recovery in a unique, holistic way focused on strengths and well-being research.
(443) 951-3368 View (443) 951-3368
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Flori Willard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
8 Endorsed
Online Only
As a couple and family therapist, I help individuals and couples work on either fine-tuning their communications skills or major problem-solving, so they can finally move beyond issues such as pointless arguing, infidelity, emotional disconnection and lack of intimacy.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pain of wondering whether to leave or stay in your relationship because you've tried everything but nothing really works, I'd like to help. At times, you may feel angry and disappointed that the attraction, admiration or compassion for each other has begun to fade. Or you may sometimes believe things are starting to improve only to feel the tension return once again. It can be a draining dance that leaves you confused, wounded and bitter.
As a couple and family therapist, I help individuals and couples work on either fine-tuning their communications skills or major problem-solving, so they can finally move beyond issues such as pointless arguing, infidelity, emotional disconnection and lack of intimacy.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pain of wondering whether to leave or stay in your relationship because you've tried everything but nothing really works, I'd like to help. At times, you may feel angry and disappointed that the attraction, admiration or compassion for each other has begun to fade. Or you may sometimes believe things are starting to improve only to feel the tension return once again. It can be a draining dance that leaves you confused, wounded and bitter.
(443) 992-7074 View (443) 992-7074
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Christine Marr, Mind Body Holistic Healing
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
· Women longing for marriage, motherhood- alignment and manifesting · Transformation through marriage crisis, infidelity, divorce, other major life adjustment · Trauma Healing: ancestral, attachment, child, combat, complex, in utero, loss, relationship, religious, sex trauma.
Hello, I’m a retired psychotherapist, now mentoring individuals and couples in mindbody healing. I received results beyond my biggest dreams using mindbody methods, so now I'm on a mission to guide good, hardworking, caring people who are struggling to breakthrough old patterns and release more health, harmony, connection- Whatever your heart desires, no matter how stubborn, painful, or anxiety provoking the challenges might be! I specialize in assisting: · Creative, sensitive, holistically-minded women ready to dissolve challenges, uplevel their system & live into their whole, authentic selves, in vitality and inspiration!
· Women longing for marriage, motherhood- alignment and manifesting · Transformation through marriage crisis, infidelity, divorce, other major life adjustment · Trauma Healing: ancestral, attachment, child, combat, complex, in utero, loss, relationship, religious, sex trauma.
Hello, I’m a retired psychotherapist, now mentoring individuals and couples in mindbody healing. I received results beyond my biggest dreams using mindbody methods, so now I'm on a mission to guide good, hardworking, caring people who are struggling to breakthrough old patterns and release more health, harmony, connection- Whatever your heart desires, no matter how stubborn, painful, or anxiety provoking the challenges might be! I specialize in assisting: · Creative, sensitive, holistically-minded women ready to dissolve challenges, uplevel their system & live into their whole, authentic selves, in vitality and inspiration!
(443) 781-6395 View (443) 781-6395

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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.