Articles for Healing from Betrayal Trauma, Relationship Crisis and Sex Addiction
Deciding To Stay After an Affair
When I read a woman’s story online about choosing to stay after her husband’s affair, I saw a reflection of so many clients I’ve walked beside in therapy. Her world was shattered, filled with anxiety, self-doubt, and a desperate need for answers.
Rebuilding Trust After an Affair: Why Time Is Your Best Partner
In my work with couples recovering from betrayal, I’ve seen how rushing the healing process often leads to deeper harm. True recovery takes time, honesty, and a commitment to individual healing before rebuilding the relationship. Each partner has their path, and meaningful change can’t happen through quick fixes. With patience and the right support, lasting connections and trust are possible.
Trauma Through A Child’s Eyes: How Infidelity Affects Kids
When infidelity enters a relationship, the focus often lands on the couple, but as a therapist, I’ve seen how deeply it impacts the children, too. Kids may not know the details, but they sense everything: the tension, the distance, the pain, and when no one explains what’s happening, they fill in the blanks with fear, guilt, or confusion.
What to Expect During Your First Visit to a Sex Counselor
Embarking on a journey with a sex counselor can be intimidating. This blog offers a detailed overview of what to expect during your first visit, including the types of questions you might be asked and the initial steps in the counseling process. By demystifying the...
The Role of a Sex Counselor: Enhancing Intimacy and Communication
A sex counselor helps individuals and couples address sexual concerns and improve their intimate lives. This blog explores the role of a sex counselor, the issues they can assist with, and the benefits of seeking their guidance. By focusing on open communication and...
How Sex Therapy Can Rebuild Trust, Intimacy, and Emotional Connection
Betrayal trauma from infidelity, pornography use, or emotional affairs can leave you feeling lost, anxious, and disconnected from yourself and your partner. In this compassionate and informative article, I offer insight into how sex therapy helps individuals and...
Rebuilding Intimacy: How Sex Therapy Can Transform Your Relationship
Many couples find themselves feeling emotionally distant, sexually disconnected, or unsure how to talk about their needs. Whether the struggle stems from communication breakdowns, mismatched libidos, sexual anxiety, or betrayal trauma, sex therapy offers a safe and...
How to Get Past Infidelity in a Marriage? Understanding the Trauma Response
Infidelity and sex addiction can shake the very foundation of a relationship, leaving partners feeling overwhelmed, betrayed, and uncertain about the future. When you first uncover the truth, it may feel as though your world has collapsed. The pain is real, and the...
Why Am I SO Angry and Can’t Seem to Heal After His Affair?
Infidelity isn’t just a betrayal—it’s a psychological wound that can leave you feeling stuck in anger, even when you want to move forward. This lingering pain isn’t random; it’s your mind and body reacting to a deep breach of trust. The person you once relied on for...
6 Proven Ways to Repair Trust in a Relationship After Betrayal
Healing a marriage when trust is broken after betrayal is one of a relationship's hardest journeys, but I want you to know that recovery is possible. I’ve spent over thirty years helping individuals and couples rebuild trust. While every journey is unique, healing...
