Infidelity Therapists in Belmont, NC

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Leah Watts
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belmont, NC 28012
My passion is working with couples confronting issues of infidelity, communication, sexual issues, & other areas of discord. I also have a specialty interest of working with individuals with trauma. To address these concerns my work comes from an attachment lens using Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy, Narrative Therapy, & other systemic therapies that may differ upon your individual needs. I look forward to being able to walk along side you in your journey of reclaiming your story and reconnecting to the important relationships in your life.
My passion is working with couples confronting issues of infidelity, communication, sexual issues, & other areas of discord. I also have a specialty interest of working with individuals with trauma. To address these concerns my work comes from an attachment lens using Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy, Narrative Therapy, & other systemic therapies that may differ upon your individual needs. I look forward to being able to walk along side you in your journey of reclaiming your story and reconnecting to the important relationships in your life.
(704) 457-2004 View (704) 457-2004
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Dr. Susan Wilkie McHale
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belmont, NC 28012
Wilkie is a seasoned mental health counselor and a couple and family therapist who specializes in relationship therapy, couple conflict, grief and loss, men and women's issues, adult development & aging, pre-marital, remarital, and marriage counseling, divorce mediation, infidelity, and counselor supervision.
Dr. Susan B. Wilkie (PhD, LCMHC, LMFT) is an experienced, licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) and licensed marriage & family therapist (LMFT) in private practice (NC & SC) . Dr. Wilkie earned her PhD in Mental Health Counseling at the University of New Orleans in 1994. Her post doctoral work was committed to Couple & Family Therapy for (16) years where she recently served as the Founding Director of the Marriage & Family Therapy Program at Pfeiffer University's Graduate School in Charlotte. She is now committed to her full-time practice and serves Belmont/Cramerton/Gastonia/Lake Wiley/Steele Creek/and Clover areas.
Wilkie is a seasoned mental health counselor and a couple and family therapist who specializes in relationship therapy, couple conflict, grief and loss, men and women's issues, adult development & aging, pre-marital, remarital, and marriage counseling, divorce mediation, infidelity, and counselor supervision.
Dr. Susan B. Wilkie (PhD, LCMHC, LMFT) is an experienced, licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) and licensed marriage & family therapist (LMFT) in private practice (NC & SC) . Dr. Wilkie earned her PhD in Mental Health Counseling at the University of New Orleans in 1994. Her post doctoral work was committed to Couple & Family Therapy for (16) years where she recently served as the Founding Director of the Marriage & Family Therapy Program at Pfeiffer University's Graduate School in Charlotte. She is now committed to her full-time practice and serves Belmont/Cramerton/Gastonia/Lake Wiley/Steele Creek/and Clover areas.
(704) 327-6674 View (704) 327-6674
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Holly Mackin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AASECT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belmont, NC 28012  (Online Only)
I'm open-minded, creative, understanding and use these facets of self to collaborate with clients to address relationship and communication issues, infidelity, depression, anxiety, body-image, sexual difficulties, low desire, trauma, as well as issues unique to poly, kink and alternative lifestyles & gender-identity.
Is your sex life causing issues between you and your partner? Would you benefit from better communication with the important people in your life? Are you experiencing a situation that has made it difficult to cope? Do you crave more intimacy and authenticity with others? I believe that anyone can benefit from support and a nonjudgmental perspective, to access the best version of themselves. I offer a high degree of respect for you, meet you where you are in your life, and work on what you consider to be important. Email me today to schedule a free 15 minute video consultation to explore possibilities and areas you can make headway.
I'm open-minded, creative, understanding and use these facets of self to collaborate with clients to address relationship and communication issues, infidelity, depression, anxiety, body-image, sexual difficulties, low desire, trauma, as well as issues unique to poly, kink and alternative lifestyles & gender-identity.
Is your sex life causing issues between you and your partner? Would you benefit from better communication with the important people in your life? Are you experiencing a situation that has made it difficult to cope? Do you crave more intimacy and authenticity with others? I believe that anyone can benefit from support and a nonjudgmental perspective, to access the best version of themselves. I offer a high degree of respect for you, meet you where you are in your life, and work on what you consider to be important. Email me today to schedule a free 15 minute video consultation to explore possibilities and areas you can make headway.
(704) 396-4826 View (704) 396-4826
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Elizabeth Whitney
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD abd, LCMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Belmont, NC 28012  (Online Only)
I firmly believe that you know yourself better than anyone in this world. You live your life, feel your feelings, and encounter your consequences that feel both positive and negative. Often times there is a dilemma within oneself when it comes to the idea of change. We tend to lean towards old familiar belief systems even if those beliefs no longer offer us what we want in our lives. In order to change, we need momentum, and sometimes we just need a little help to get us started. That is exactly what our work will touch on.
I firmly believe that you know yourself better than anyone in this world. You live your life, feel your feelings, and encounter your consequences that feel both positive and negative. Often times there is a dilemma within oneself when it comes to the idea of change. We tend to lean towards old familiar belief systems even if those beliefs no longer offer us what we want in our lives. In order to change, we need momentum, and sometimes we just need a little help to get us started. That is exactly what our work will touch on.
(980) 983-1565 View (980) 983-1565
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Dr. Gregory S Phipps
Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belmont, NC 28012
Now accepting new clients in-person and online. I serve and support individuals dealing with mental health concerns, developmental issues, and life transitions. I believe all individuals have inherent worth, seek meaning/purpose, and strive to be their best selves. My job is to work with you and help you empower yourself to understand and enact these principles. I am heavily strength-based, meaning I try to help you find your personal strengths and skills, so you can learn to manage life's many challenges well. I draw ideas and techniques from Adlerian Individual Psychology, CBT, expressive arts, and narrative therapy.
Now accepting new clients in-person and online. I serve and support individuals dealing with mental health concerns, developmental issues, and life transitions. I believe all individuals have inherent worth, seek meaning/purpose, and strive to be their best selves. My job is to work with you and help you empower yourself to understand and enact these principles. I am heavily strength-based, meaning I try to help you find your personal strengths and skills, so you can learn to manage life's many challenges well. I draw ideas and techniques from Adlerian Individual Psychology, CBT, expressive arts, and narrative therapy.
(336) 804-8326 View (336) 804-8326
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Molly Halbrooks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Belmont, NC 28012
In person sessions in the Charlotte area, telehealth across North Carolina and Georgia. Does anxiety run your life? Do you struggle to make sense of past hurts, to find meaning in the day to day, or to navigate relationships well? I work with adults who have experienced traumatic events, are facing life transitions such as divorce, new parenting, and career changes; individuals struggling with anxiety; and those who are wanting to make sense of and heal from past experiences.
In person sessions in the Charlotte area, telehealth across North Carolina and Georgia. Does anxiety run your life? Do you struggle to make sense of past hurts, to find meaning in the day to day, or to navigate relationships well? I work with adults who have experienced traumatic events, are facing life transitions such as divorce, new parenting, and career changes; individuals struggling with anxiety; and those who are wanting to make sense of and heal from past experiences.
(704) 397-4742 View (704) 397-4742
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The Groves Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPCS
Verified Verified
Belmont, NC 28012
Non-Profit Counseling Center. Helping Families and individuals with marriage and family issues.
Non-Profit Counseling Center. Helping Families and individuals with marriage and family issues.
(980) 277-3512 View (980) 277-3512
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Phillip Jordan
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Belmont, NC 28012  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Landon Jordan, I am so happy that you have reached out for help. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. I have worked for several years to help clients achieve their goals and reach a better quality of life. I have several years of experience as a crisis therapist, as well as experience with dual diagnosis populations, I primarily focus on individuals that have mental health needs as well as life and adjustment issues. I typically work with adults, I am most comfortable treating mental health issues and life adjustment issues.
Hello, my name is Landon Jordan, I am so happy that you have reached out for help. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. I have worked for several years to help clients achieve their goals and reach a better quality of life. I have several years of experience as a crisis therapist, as well as experience with dual diagnosis populations, I primarily focus on individuals that have mental health needs as well as life and adjustment issues. I typically work with adults, I am most comfortable treating mental health issues and life adjustment issues.
(704) 286-1471 View (704) 286-1471
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Victoria Lydon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belmont, NC 28012
Waitlist for new clients
We all long for connection and belonging, and positive relationships are essential in helping us live happy, fulfilling lives. Yet old wounds and communication styles often keep us from finding satisfaction in our current relationships, leaving us feeling stuck & disillusioned. Life also has a way of pulling the rug from under our feet at times and we find ourselves feeling lost, broken, and questioning how we reached this point in our story.
We all long for connection and belonging, and positive relationships are essential in helping us live happy, fulfilling lives. Yet old wounds and communication styles often keep us from finding satisfaction in our current relationships, leaving us feeling stuck & disillusioned. Life also has a way of pulling the rug from under our feet at times and we find ourselves feeling lost, broken, and questioning how we reached this point in our story.
(980) 705-9925 View (980) 705-9925
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Rauch Mind Body Therapy
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Stephanie Rauch, PhD, , LPC, Trager
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belmont, NC 28012
You do not have to be sick to get better. I believe in paying attention to experience not what is bad or wrong. We can all learn skills to improve. My past experience as a world ranked professional tennis player gives me insight to work with high school, collegiate and professional athletes or anyone in this age. I work from a depth model, which encourages self-exploration to improve skills. The exploration helps one become conscious of long standing coping mechanisms that may no longer be as valuable as they once were. Learning what you do that blocks happiness empowers you to make choices that lead to a satisfying life.
You do not have to be sick to get better. I believe in paying attention to experience not what is bad or wrong. We can all learn skills to improve. My past experience as a world ranked professional tennis player gives me insight to work with high school, collegiate and professional athletes or anyone in this age. I work from a depth model, which encourages self-exploration to improve skills. The exploration helps one become conscious of long standing coping mechanisms that may no longer be as valuable as they once were. Learning what you do that blocks happiness empowers you to make choices that lead to a satisfying life.
(704) 869-2283 View (704) 869-2283
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Dr. Scott Hammontree
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Belmont, NC 28012
Dr. Scott Hammontree has been a clinical counselor, administrator, business consultant/coach, and clinician training supervisor over 30 years. He has spent his entire career helping children, teens, adults, couples, and families lead more fulfilling and happier lives. Dr. Hammontree has trained numerous mental health professionals to be more effective therapists, and he has consulted and coached many businesses to be more productive and more profitable. He provides intensive treatment and is consistently rated as an extremely effective therapist and consultant. If you are motivated for change and want more in your life, call me!
Dr. Scott Hammontree has been a clinical counselor, administrator, business consultant/coach, and clinician training supervisor over 30 years. He has spent his entire career helping children, teens, adults, couples, and families lead more fulfilling and happier lives. Dr. Hammontree has trained numerous mental health professionals to be more effective therapists, and he has consulted and coached many businesses to be more productive and more profitable. He provides intensive treatment and is consistently rated as an extremely effective therapist and consultant. If you are motivated for change and want more in your life, call me!
(704) 538-4963 View (704) 538-4963
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Jessica LeMire
MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Belmont, NC 28012
Jessica provides both individual and marriage counseling. She is passionate about her work as a psychotherapist and has witnessed first-hand dramatic personal and relationship transformations. Her unique style in relational, empathetic, and practical therapies rejuvenate hope in clients that fear their dreams or partnerships are unsalvageable.
Jessica provides both individual and marriage counseling. She is passionate about her work as a psychotherapist and has witnessed first-hand dramatic personal and relationship transformations. Her unique style in relational, empathetic, and practical therapies rejuvenate hope in clients that fear their dreams or partnerships are unsalvageable.
(828) 672-2107 View (828) 672-2107
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Russ Keeney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belmont, NC 28012
I have been practicing counseling in NC for the last 18 years and have experience with couples, adolescents, and adults. My goal in counseling is to help you discover your ability to self-regulate your emotions in a safe and nurturing atmosphere. I invite people to look inward to integrate their own individual values in order to become whole in body, mind, and spirit. Along life's journey, we all need occasional assistance to help deal with the stressors of life and to reclaim the fullness that life can offer. I am committed to assisting you to find that place.
I have been practicing counseling in NC for the last 18 years and have experience with couples, adolescents, and adults. My goal in counseling is to help you discover your ability to self-regulate your emotions in a safe and nurturing atmosphere. I invite people to look inward to integrate their own individual values in order to become whole in body, mind, and spirit. Along life's journey, we all need occasional assistance to help deal with the stressors of life and to reclaim the fullness that life can offer. I am committed to assisting you to find that place.
(704) 230-4082 View (704) 230-4082
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Sara E Savino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belmont, NC 28012
I was formerly with Southpoint Counseling and now can be found at Remedy Sense Counseling. My focus is on helping couples and individuals overcome obstacles from their past or present in a manner that allows them to become successful in life now. I strive to assist people in finding their inner strength and develop a stronger sense of self-confidence. My "ideal client" is the individual who desires to no longer be held captive by the events of their past and is ready and motivated to create their best possible life! I believe that there is hope for the hurting and counseling can assist with this.
I was formerly with Southpoint Counseling and now can be found at Remedy Sense Counseling. My focus is on helping couples and individuals overcome obstacles from their past or present in a manner that allows them to become successful in life now. I strive to assist people in finding their inner strength and develop a stronger sense of self-confidence. My "ideal client" is the individual who desires to no longer be held captive by the events of their past and is ready and motivated to create their best possible life! I believe that there is hope for the hurting and counseling can assist with this.
(704) 461-1347 View (704) 461-1347
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Angela Adamcik
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belmont, NC 28012  (Online Only)
Anxiety, stressors of daily life related to family responsibilities, social, financial & work issues, grief from loss of people and situations, and traumatic events, past or present, whether sudden or planned can impact our daily life and make us feel lost or confused, angry, isolated, or engaging in unhealthy behaviors. As a licensed counselor I work with adults who want help to feel more in control, more empowered, more successful and find enjoyment in their daily lives. I am committed to work with you to heal from your past and find enjoyment in your present and plan your future.
Anxiety, stressors of daily life related to family responsibilities, social, financial & work issues, grief from loss of people and situations, and traumatic events, past or present, whether sudden or planned can impact our daily life and make us feel lost or confused, angry, isolated, or engaging in unhealthy behaviors. As a licensed counselor I work with adults who want help to feel more in control, more empowered, more successful and find enjoyment in their daily lives. I am committed to work with you to heal from your past and find enjoyment in your present and plan your future.
(980) 276-2739 View (980) 276-2739

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LDH Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Gastonia, NC 28054
I look forward to assisting you with developing the skills to live a more abundant life while implementing the tools that you already have! Life can be hard at times and with the right coping skills, life can be more manageable to those experiencing depression, grief, anxiety, substance use, and other mental health issues. Working with those who have experienced relationship issues, such as infidelity, abuse (domestic, verbal and/ or physical) can learn how to become a survivor instead of a victim. I know that building a healthy therapeutic relationship is the first step in the therapy process in a non-judgmental environment.
I look forward to assisting you with developing the skills to live a more abundant life while implementing the tools that you already have! Life can be hard at times and with the right coping skills, life can be more manageable to those experiencing depression, grief, anxiety, substance use, and other mental health issues. Working with those who have experienced relationship issues, such as infidelity, abuse (domestic, verbal and/ or physical) can learn how to become a survivor instead of a victim. I know that building a healthy therapeutic relationship is the first step in the therapy process in a non-judgmental environment.
(980) 465-2533 View (980) 465-2533
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Restoration Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28278
Each of us have encountered circumstances that have tested us and, possibly, led us to question past decisions and/or our ability to navigate difficulty situations. RCC works with individuals who are struggling to identify or renew their purpose in life, develop and utilize coping skills, or want to improve the quality of their relationships. We also work with couples who want to heal their relationship and restore trust. This can include couples who have experienced infidelity or couples who want to improve the quality of their communication and identify ways to navigate common issues (i.e. arguing fair, parenting).
Each of us have encountered circumstances that have tested us and, possibly, led us to question past decisions and/or our ability to navigate difficulty situations. RCC works with individuals who are struggling to identify or renew their purpose in life, develop and utilize coping skills, or want to improve the quality of their relationships. We also work with couples who want to heal their relationship and restore trust. This can include couples who have experienced infidelity or couples who want to improve the quality of their communication and identify ways to navigate common issues (i.e. arguing fair, parenting).
(980) 292-8238 View (980) 292-8238
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Karen G Strange
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSAT, CPTT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28201
As a Certified Sex Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, and co-founder of the Center for Sexual and Relational Health, I specialize in helping individuals and couples struggling with sexual/porn addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, and the associated trauma from those behaviors. Because sexual/porn addiction impacts the entire family system, I am also a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist as I help partners navigate the emotional impact created by the problematic behaviors of their loved ones. I journey alongside my clients to help them create a new narrative for themselves so they can move forward.
As a Certified Sex Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, and co-founder of the Center for Sexual and Relational Health, I specialize in helping individuals and couples struggling with sexual/porn addiction, compulsive sexual behaviors, infidelity, and the associated trauma from those behaviors. Because sexual/porn addiction impacts the entire family system, I am also a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist as I help partners navigate the emotional impact created by the problematic behaviors of their loved ones. I journey alongside my clients to help them create a new narrative for themselves so they can move forward.
(864) 662-6427 View (864) 662-6427
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Hopeful Expectations Counseling & Consulting Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28216
I use an assessment tool which was founded on 40+ years of research to help couples successfully manage conflict, overcome infidelity and learn to communicate effectively.
*******NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS***Has arguing with your mate become your new normal? Are you having a difficult time effectively communicating with your mate? Has the lack of intimacy in your relationship caused you to feel stressed and hopeless? If you answered yes to at least one of the aforementioned questions, I am here to help. Using evidence based practices, I help committed couples work through the difficulties that they face within their relationships.
I use an assessment tool which was founded on 40+ years of research to help couples successfully manage conflict, overcome infidelity and learn to communicate effectively.
*******NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS***Has arguing with your mate become your new normal? Are you having a difficult time effectively communicating with your mate? Has the lack of intimacy in your relationship caused you to feel stressed and hopeless? If you answered yes to at least one of the aforementioned questions, I am here to help. Using evidence based practices, I help committed couples work through the difficulties that they face within their relationships.
(704) 274-3258 View (704) 274-3258
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Jerry Wayne Guy
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gastonia, NC 28052
Whether you are facing struggles in your marriage, dealing with anxiety, depression, divorce or want to learn how to communicate more effectively. Together we will help you grow and overcome the issues and barriers that are holding you back from the life you want. I specialize in working with couples and adults to identify and create solutions for the obstacles you face. At the Groves Counseling Center, we focus on providing a space for you to explore the life you have and work towards the life you want. I look forward to partnering with you and your loved ones to help you thrive, not just survive.
Whether you are facing struggles in your marriage, dealing with anxiety, depression, divorce or want to learn how to communicate more effectively. Together we will help you grow and overcome the issues and barriers that are holding you back from the life you want. I specialize in working with couples and adults to identify and create solutions for the obstacles you face. At the Groves Counseling Center, we focus on providing a space for you to explore the life you have and work towards the life you want. I look forward to partnering with you and your loved ones to help you thrive, not just survive.
(980) 434-0019 View (980) 434-0019

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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.