Infidelity Therapists in Olney, MD

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Kelini Coker
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832
Do you know what it's like to have a narcissistic partner or did you grow up in a family with a narcissistic parent? Were you a scapegoat in your family dynamics and know what it's like to lose your voice? Are you a first or second generation immigrant with baggage that feels too daunting to unpack? Are you struggling to process grief? Do you long to find your voice again?
Do you know what it's like to have a narcissistic partner or did you grow up in a family with a narcissistic parent? Were you a scapegoat in your family dynamics and know what it's like to lose your voice? Are you a first or second generation immigrant with baggage that feels too daunting to unpack? Are you struggling to process grief? Do you long to find your voice again?
(301) 691-2214 View (301) 691-2214
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Richard (Pinny) Roth @ Eft Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832
I CAN HELP YOU HEAL YOUR RELATIONSHIP. PREMARITAL AND COUPLES COUNSELING. "Why does my partner overreact?" "Why do I get so triggered?" "How come the punishment doesn't fit the crime?" “Why can’t he be more supportive?” “Is anything I do ever enough for her?” While you are feeling hurt, you have an added layer of confusion. You simultaneously love your partner and even hope to stay in this relationship to keep your love, family, and dreams intact. You are torn in a tug-of-war of emotions and desire to feel understood, accepted, and embraced by your partner.
I CAN HELP YOU HEAL YOUR RELATIONSHIP. PREMARITAL AND COUPLES COUNSELING. "Why does my partner overreact?" "Why do I get so triggered?" "How come the punishment doesn't fit the crime?" “Why can’t he be more supportive?” “Is anything I do ever enough for her?” While you are feeling hurt, you have an added layer of confusion. You simultaneously love your partner and even hope to stay in this relationship to keep your love, family, and dreams intact. You are torn in a tug-of-war of emotions and desire to feel understood, accepted, and embraced by your partner.
(301) 690-9503 View (301) 690-9503
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Kimberly Garrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing individual psychotherapy in Olney, Maryland. I specialize in depression, anxiety, life transitions, divorce. I hold a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work with a clinical concentration and specialization in families and children. I have 25 years of experience in the field of Social Work and have been in private practice in Olney for 20 years. I am currently only working with adult clients. I am a participating provider with many insurance companies. My office hours hours are 9-5 Monday-Friday. I look forward to working with you.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing individual psychotherapy in Olney, Maryland. I specialize in depression, anxiety, life transitions, divorce. I hold a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Maryland School of Social Work with a clinical concentration and specialization in families and children. I have 25 years of experience in the field of Social Work and have been in private practice in Olney for 20 years. I am currently only working with adult clients. I am a participating provider with many insurance companies. My office hours hours are 9-5 Monday-Friday. I look forward to working with you.
(240) 297-7517 View (240) 297-7517
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Caron Starobin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832
Starobin Counseling collectively offers over 30 years of experience providing counseling for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We regard relationships as central to the therapeutic process and help people repair and strengthen their relationships. Some challenges in life are purely personal, but most problems express themselves in the intersections with other people. Therapy helps people understand feelings, listen to their best thinking, and helps people gain new or alternative perspectives. We help people strengthen their own vitality and repair difficult ruptures to unlock their capacity for meaningful connections.
Starobin Counseling collectively offers over 30 years of experience providing counseling for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We regard relationships as central to the therapeutic process and help people repair and strengthen their relationships. Some challenges in life are purely personal, but most problems express themselves in the intersections with other people. Therapy helps people understand feelings, listen to their best thinking, and helps people gain new or alternative perspectives. We help people strengthen their own vitality and repair difficult ruptures to unlock their capacity for meaningful connections.
(301) 273-7346 View (301) 273-7346
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The Mindful Heart LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832
We work with individuals, couples, families, and children. We specialize in addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, family conflict and grief. Our greatest intention is to help clients understand themselves better and improve their quality of life and relationships. We cater our approach to each client, responding to their own unique problems and personality style. This is not a "one-size-fits-all" practice.
We work with individuals, couples, families, and children. We specialize in addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, family conflict and grief. Our greatest intention is to help clients understand themselves better and improve their quality of life and relationships. We cater our approach to each client, responding to their own unique problems and personality style. This is not a "one-size-fits-all" practice.
(240) 258-2870 View (240) 258-2870
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Heather O'Shaughnessy
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832
Are you facing a crisis, difficult time, transition period, or relationship conflict? Are you feeling blocked by trauma in your past, stuck in a behavioral pattern that is making you miserable? If so, you are wanted and welcome here. Let's partner to change your life so that you can experience more joy and clarity of thought.
Are you facing a crisis, difficult time, transition period, or relationship conflict? Are you feeling blocked by trauma in your past, stuck in a behavioral pattern that is making you miserable? If so, you are wanted and welcome here. Let's partner to change your life so that you can experience more joy and clarity of thought.
(571) 339-5872 View (571) 339-5872
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Dan Kimes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832  (Online Only)
I am looking forward to working with you and help bring about changes that will allow you to reduce anxiety and depression, and experience more energy and joy in your life. As a therapist, I am highly empathetic and aim to understand you and your personal experiences, providing a safe space for your work. With time, you will experience an increase in emotional awareness and openness, and improve your mental, physical, and relational, well being. I have a unique background having worked as a scientist for 30 years and understand the "professional-mind", issues with relationships, and difficulties in developing a meaningful and joyful life.
I am looking forward to working with you and help bring about changes that will allow you to reduce anxiety and depression, and experience more energy and joy in your life. As a therapist, I am highly empathetic and aim to understand you and your personal experiences, providing a safe space for your work. With time, you will experience an increase in emotional awareness and openness, and improve your mental, physical, and relational, well being. I have a unique background having worked as a scientist for 30 years and understand the "professional-mind", issues with relationships, and difficulties in developing a meaningful and joyful life.
(301) 996-0809 View (301) 996-0809
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Deborah Irvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832
Becoming the very best version of YOU, starts with a strong Foundation. Whether you are born with it, or have to build it yourself, a strong foundation is the key to lasting success in all domains of life. I specialize in supporting and empowering individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma recovery, narcissistic abused recovery, inner child healing, ACA recovery. I am an Integrative Mental Health Practitioner, as well as providing Neurofeedback when appropriate. This foundational approach fosters healing, resilience, and empowerment so that you can achieve the very best version of YOU.
Becoming the very best version of YOU, starts with a strong Foundation. Whether you are born with it, or have to build it yourself, a strong foundation is the key to lasting success in all domains of life. I specialize in supporting and empowering individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma recovery, narcissistic abused recovery, inner child healing, ACA recovery. I am an Integrative Mental Health Practitioner, as well as providing Neurofeedback when appropriate. This foundational approach fosters healing, resilience, and empowerment so that you can achieve the very best version of YOU.
(301) 812-4428 View (301) 812-4428
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Garcia Therapy Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20830  (Online Only)
Mr. Israel Garcia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work. He has a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University School of Social Work. He is an active duty officer with U.S. Public Health Service, and a former guest provider at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He guides individuals, families, and couples to transform difficult experiences and emotions into powerful therapeutic tools to find healing. He is trained in Clinical Trauma, Mindful Anger, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, ADHD.
Mr. Israel Garcia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work. He has a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University School of Social Work. He is an active duty officer with U.S. Public Health Service, and a former guest provider at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He guides individuals, families, and couples to transform difficult experiences and emotions into powerful therapeutic tools to find healing. He is trained in Clinical Trauma, Mindful Anger, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, ADHD.
(240) 384-4787 View (240) 384-4787
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Stephanie Junghans
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832
Welcome! Everyone has a unique story and I believe that therapy is a safe place to come and explore that story. My therapeutic style includes facets of CBT , and incorporates a variety of techniques based on my client's individual needs, including mindfulness, strength- based approaches, and play-therapy. Using active conversation and encouragement, my collaborative, client-centered approach helps my clients to gain a sense of their own individuality and uniqueness.
Welcome! Everyone has a unique story and I believe that therapy is a safe place to come and explore that story. My therapeutic style includes facets of CBT , and incorporates a variety of techniques based on my client's individual needs, including mindfulness, strength- based approaches, and play-therapy. Using active conversation and encouragement, my collaborative, client-centered approach helps my clients to gain a sense of their own individuality and uniqueness.
(240) 213-9195 View (240) 213-9195
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Bennett Solberg
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Olney, MD 20832
Ready to approach your mental health from a fresh perspective that considers your whole self—mind and body? Dr. Bennett Solberg brings a thoughtful and empathetic approach to therapy, guiding clients toward healing through a blend of traditional and alternative therapeutic methods. Specializing in treating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and sex therapy, he works with individuals and couples to navigate a variety of challenges. His work integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy with holistic approaches, including biofeedback, hypnosis, and psychophysiology, ensuring personalized care.
Ready to approach your mental health from a fresh perspective that considers your whole self—mind and body? Dr. Bennett Solberg brings a thoughtful and empathetic approach to therapy, guiding clients toward healing through a blend of traditional and alternative therapeutic methods. Specializing in treating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, and sex therapy, he works with individuals and couples to navigate a variety of challenges. His work integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy with holistic approaches, including biofeedback, hypnosis, and psychophysiology, ensuring personalized care.
(301) 517-9582 View (301) 517-9582
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Julie Furman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MSN-RN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832
Are you searching for inner peace, but just can’t seem to find it? Do the stressors of life feel like they keep getting in the way, resulting in increased helplessness, and fear? With a nonjudgemental, client-centered, and strength-based approach, I will work alongside you to help you achieve your maximum potential. Having spent years working as a Mental Health Nurse, I view my clients and their challenges holistically and come with a unique ability to incorporate mind, body, and soul into our work. Every individual has qualities to help them be resilient, and together, we will work towards achieving your personal goals.
Are you searching for inner peace, but just can’t seem to find it? Do the stressors of life feel like they keep getting in the way, resulting in increased helplessness, and fear? With a nonjudgemental, client-centered, and strength-based approach, I will work alongside you to help you achieve your maximum potential. Having spent years working as a Mental Health Nurse, I view my clients and their challenges holistically and come with a unique ability to incorporate mind, body, and soul into our work. Every individual has qualities to help them be resilient, and together, we will work towards achieving your personal goals.
(667) 382-8715 View (667) 382-8715
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Maureen Rough
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Olney, MD 20832  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hello! Welcome to Plum & Clover Counseling LLC, my solo private practice located in Olney, MD. My approach is to provide a supportive and comfortable space for clients to work on their goals and talk through their issues. I have over 16 years experience specializing in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, adjustment situations and family issues. I love to work as a team with my clients to incorporate a treatment plan that best suites your needs and personality. My counseling style is holistic and is tailored to each client to include every aspect of their lives and environment.
Hello! Welcome to Plum & Clover Counseling LLC, my solo private practice located in Olney, MD. My approach is to provide a supportive and comfortable space for clients to work on their goals and talk through their issues. I have over 16 years experience specializing in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, adjustment situations and family issues. I love to work as a team with my clients to incorporate a treatment plan that best suites your needs and personality. My counseling style is holistic and is tailored to each client to include every aspect of their lives and environment.
(240) 297-7555 View (240) 297-7555

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Ashton Morgan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MAMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
Morgan's areas of expertise are infidelity, divorce, separation, addictions, children with behavioral issues, and men's issues.
Mr. Morgan treats individuals, couples, families, and children. Mr. Morgan currently provides clinical supervision to Marriage and Family Counselors. He enjoys working with clients who have a broad spectrum of relationship problems.
Morgan's areas of expertise are infidelity, divorce, separation, addictions, children with behavioral issues, and men's issues.
Mr. Morgan treats individuals, couples, families, and children. Mr. Morgan currently provides clinical supervision to Marriage and Family Counselors. He enjoys working with clients who have a broad spectrum of relationship problems.
(443) 720-0016 View (443) 720-0016
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Attunement Therapy and Consulting LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
North Bethesda, MD 20852
Are you struggling in your relationship? Do you feel alone? Unappreciated? Have you tried everything to make things better, to get that spark back? It is time to get some relief. Asking for help takes courage, and you are in the right place. I want to hear your story. I work with couples to improve the strength of their relationship. Whether it is premarital/preventative help or help in dealing with longstanding issues, infidelity, or disconnection. Please do not wait another minute. See my website for more information about me, my practice, and how I can help.
Are you struggling in your relationship? Do you feel alone? Unappreciated? Have you tried everything to make things better, to get that spark back? It is time to get some relief. Asking for help takes courage, and you are in the right place. I want to hear your story. I work with couples to improve the strength of their relationship. Whether it is premarital/preventative help or help in dealing with longstanding issues, infidelity, or disconnection. Please do not wait another minute. See my website for more information about me, my practice, and how I can help.
(202) 816-4344 View (202) 816-4344
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Rivka Sidorsky & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CST
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20902  (Online Only)
We specialize in pelvic pain, pain with sex, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, low desire, differences in sexual desire, orgasm issues, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, infidelity, affairs, couples therapy, relationship issues, sexual trauma, and compulsive sexual behavior.
At our practice, you will find experts in sex therapy to guide you to healthy and fulfilling intimate relationships. We know that sex is not just sex.  We know that sex represents much more about feeling loved, a sense of belonging, a secure attachment, and deep eroticism.  Rivka Sidorsky & Associates is designed to improve all the areas of intimacy and sexuality. If you are experiencing pelvic pain, unconsummated marriage, Vaginismus, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, libido concerns, differences in desire, infidelity, sexual trauma, male sexual dysfunction, relationship and other concerns, you have come to the right place.
We specialize in pelvic pain, pain with sex, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, low desire, differences in sexual desire, orgasm issues, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, infidelity, affairs, couples therapy, relationship issues, sexual trauma, and compulsive sexual behavior.
At our practice, you will find experts in sex therapy to guide you to healthy and fulfilling intimate relationships. We know that sex is not just sex.  We know that sex represents much more about feeling loved, a sense of belonging, a secure attachment, and deep eroticism.  Rivka Sidorsky & Associates is designed to improve all the areas of intimacy and sexuality. If you are experiencing pelvic pain, unconsummated marriage, Vaginismus, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, libido concerns, differences in desire, infidelity, sexual trauma, male sexual dysfunction, relationship and other concerns, you have come to the right place.
(240) 220-9921 View (240) 220-9921
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Summer Bryant
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20905  (Online Only)
Are you desperately trying to reconnect with your partner after experiencing infidelity in your relationship? Maybe you have underlying childhood trauma that has impacted your close relationships, especially how you relate to your partner? Or maybe your life has been fractured by addiction and you're struggling to find emotional equilibrium. Even though you’re committed to saving your relationship or, perhaps, have quit using substances, you may still feel like you haven’t addressed the core issues that keep you stuck. If only you knew how to truly connect with yourself, you could move your life in a more positive direction.
Are you desperately trying to reconnect with your partner after experiencing infidelity in your relationship? Maybe you have underlying childhood trauma that has impacted your close relationships, especially how you relate to your partner? Or maybe your life has been fractured by addiction and you're struggling to find emotional equilibrium. Even though you’re committed to saving your relationship or, perhaps, have quit using substances, you may still feel like you haven’t addressed the core issues that keep you stuck. If only you knew how to truly connect with yourself, you could move your life in a more positive direction.
(410) 498-7123 View (410) 498-7123
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Elena Sanchez Dominguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, Parejas, Couples, LGBT+, Español
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
We can have conversations about Trauma, Infidelity and Intimacy.
You have had enough and feel hopeless! You have noticed that it is difficult for you to concentrate, accomplish your goals, and finish your tasks. You find yourself anxious, worried, tired, stressed out, and overwhelmed. I can help you to address infidelity, marital distress, intimacy, sexual problems, anxiety, trauma, and depression. My name is Elena, I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) Marital and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with couples, adults and adolescents who are struggling and want to feel better. Side by side, using Couple Counseling, Individual Therapy, Trauma therapy and Sex therapy.
We can have conversations about Trauma, Infidelity and Intimacy.
You have had enough and feel hopeless! You have noticed that it is difficult for you to concentrate, accomplish your goals, and finish your tasks. You find yourself anxious, worried, tired, stressed out, and overwhelmed. I can help you to address infidelity, marital distress, intimacy, sexual problems, anxiety, trauma, and depression. My name is Elena, I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) Marital and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with couples, adults and adolescents who are struggling and want to feel better. Side by side, using Couple Counseling, Individual Therapy, Trauma therapy and Sex therapy.
(301) 450-6115 View (301) 450-6115
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Phyllis Gyamfi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
North Bethesda, MD 20852
I specialize in couples therapy and work with presenting problems like communication, conflict management, infidelity, premarital counseling, discernment counseling, and sex and intimacy issues.
Open for Online and In-Person Sessions- Hey there! My name is Phyllis and I'm a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist. I am a level-2 certified Gottman Couples Therapist providing counseling for couples, adults, and families. I help clients improve communication, trust, and security in their relationships. I work collaboratively with my clients and believe they are the expert on their lives. I focus on their strengths and help build upon them to overcome difficulties. I identify what is already working well for them and we build the skills that they can implement and use in their everyday lives.
I specialize in couples therapy and work with presenting problems like communication, conflict management, infidelity, premarital counseling, discernment counseling, and sex and intimacy issues.
Open for Online and In-Person Sessions- Hey there! My name is Phyllis and I'm a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist. I am a level-2 certified Gottman Couples Therapist providing counseling for couples, adults, and families. I help clients improve communication, trust, and security in their relationships. I work collaboratively with my clients and believe they are the expert on their lives. I focus on their strengths and help build upon them to overcome difficulties. I identify what is already working well for them and we build the skills that they can implement and use in their everyday lives.
(301) 690-9369 View (301) 690-9369
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Dr. Tenille Richardson-Quamina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, CSAT, DBT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20906  (Online Only)
For over 22 years, I’ve helped individuals and couples break free from the painful cycles of addiction, betrayal, and online conflict.
If pornography or sex addiction is damaging your relationship and stopping feels impossible, there is help. If hours spent gaming, scrolling social media, or online shopping are pulling you away from loved ones or your goals, there is help. Has an online affair turned your world upside down, shattering trust, leaving you unsure if it can be rebuilt? There is help. If the emotional scars from cyberbullying still hurt, there is help. If you’re here searching for help, this is your turning point. You don’t have to face this alone. I’m here to support you. Reach out today and book via my website!
For over 22 years, I’ve helped individuals and couples break free from the painful cycles of addiction, betrayal, and online conflict.
If pornography or sex addiction is damaging your relationship and stopping feels impossible, there is help. If hours spent gaming, scrolling social media, or online shopping are pulling you away from loved ones or your goals, there is help. Has an online affair turned your world upside down, shattering trust, leaving you unsure if it can be rebuilt? There is help. If the emotional scars from cyberbullying still hurt, there is help. If you’re here searching for help, this is your turning point. You don’t have to face this alone. I’m here to support you. Reach out today and book via my website!
(301) 287-5082 View (301) 287-5082
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.