Infidelity Therapists in Village, TX
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Shannon Carl
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Village, TX 75205
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults (21+) whose presenting concerns are most often related to anxiety, depression, grief, spirituality, "religious deconstruction," "purity culture," "religious reconstruction," sexuality, and relationships. My guiding therapeutic modalities are attachment-focused and trauma-informed (advanced training in Somatic Experiencing). I am also trained in ACT, Emotionally Focused Therapy (and EFIT), and the Gottman Method for couples. My practice is open to people of every religious tradition and people with no religious affiliation. I welcome married and unmarried couples into couple therapy.
I work with adults (21+) whose presenting concerns are most often related to anxiety, depression, grief, spirituality, "religious deconstruction," "purity culture," "religious reconstruction," sexuality, and relationships. My guiding therapeutic modalities are attachment-focused and trauma-informed (advanced training in Somatic Experiencing). I am also trained in ACT, Emotionally Focused Therapy (and EFIT), and the Gottman Method for couples. My practice is open to people of every religious tradition and people with no religious affiliation. I welcome married and unmarried couples into couple therapy.
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Sanctuary Safe Haven Counseling Hattie L Kennedy
LPC-Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Village, TX 75205
Our goal in therapy will be helping you to explore who you are today and what has shaped you into this person. Our focus is on the whole being, i.e., body, soul, and spirit, as one cannot enjoy optimal life except that all aspects of one’s being is in harmony, i.e., healthy. Any dysfunction in the being leads to dysfunction in one’s lived experience. Lack of harmony stunts mental, emotional, and spiritual growth leading to stunted self-image, stunted ability to make productive choices, and stunted relationships.
Our goal in therapy will be helping you to explore who you are today and what has shaped you into this person. Our focus is on the whole being, i.e., body, soul, and spirit, as one cannot enjoy optimal life except that all aspects of one’s being is in harmony, i.e., healthy. Any dysfunction in the being leads to dysfunction in one’s lived experience. Lack of harmony stunts mental, emotional, and spiritual growth leading to stunted self-image, stunted ability to make productive choices, and stunted relationships.
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Hi, I’m Dr. Nina, licensed psychologist in Texas. I specialize in parent consultation, family, dyad, and couples therapy. Do you want to communicate with your partner but end up fighting instead? Do you feel like your relationship is going around in a circle? Both of you doing the same thing over and over, never truly resolving the underlying problem. Do you want to understand and feel close to your teen again? But they seem to be getting farther and farther away. Do you notice that your family’s status quo is no longer working? But you don’t know how to change it. If these questions resonate with you, you're in the right place.
Hi, I’m Dr. Nina, licensed psychologist in Texas. I specialize in parent consultation, family, dyad, and couples therapy. Do you want to communicate with your partner but end up fighting instead? Do you feel like your relationship is going around in a circle? Both of you doing the same thing over and over, never truly resolving the underlying problem. Do you want to understand and feel close to your teen again? But they seem to be getting farther and farther away. Do you notice that your family’s status quo is no longer working? But you don’t know how to change it. If these questions resonate with you, you're in the right place.
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Rachel Pendergraft
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EFT, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Village, TX 75205
Relationships are hard, under the best of circumstances. When "extra" challenges-like the pressure of parenting young children, struggles with communication & conflict, addiction, or life stressors are added onto our lives, it can be so overwhelming. We each are a result of many experiences- families of origin, current families, social & cultural experiences. Regardless of our circumstances, attachment science shows we all want connection & understanding. Our humanness is made up of social, emotional, spiritual & physical elements. All of these are connected & important. To respect, acknowledge & nurture these truths is my goal.
Relationships are hard, under the best of circumstances. When "extra" challenges-like the pressure of parenting young children, struggles with communication & conflict, addiction, or life stressors are added onto our lives, it can be so overwhelming. We each are a result of many experiences- families of origin, current families, social & cultural experiences. Regardless of our circumstances, attachment science shows we all want connection & understanding. Our humanness is made up of social, emotional, spiritual & physical elements. All of these are connected & important. To respect, acknowledge & nurture these truths is my goal.
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Michael Salas
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC-S, CSAT, CST, SEP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
If anonymous sex, infidelity, compulsive pornography use, or other sexual behaviors are creating problems for you or your relationship, I can help. I know that the idea of discussing problems relating to sexual behavior can be intimidating. I will help you assess the issues that you're dealing with, so that you can rebuild your life and relationships. My gentle, yet firm approach will help you open a door to recovery that you've never before thought possible. Call or e-mail me now to regain control of your life and your relationships.
If anonymous sex, infidelity, compulsive pornography use, or other sexual behaviors are creating problems for you or your relationship, I can help. I know that the idea of discussing problems relating to sexual behavior can be intimidating. I will help you assess the issues that you're dealing with, so that you can rebuild your life and relationships. My gentle, yet firm approach will help you open a door to recovery that you've never before thought possible. Call or e-mail me now to regain control of your life and your relationships.
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I have extensive experience working with marital repair, working through affairs, sexual dysfunction relationship building and premarital therapy.
Holtz Counseling is the premier counseling destination in the North Dallas area. I offer a boutique practice to people wanting the best possible counseling experience. I hold a PhD, I am Board Certified in Marriage and Family Therapy, as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Sexology. I help with marriages, relationships, work issues, anxiety, depression, mens issues and life coaching. My practice is extremely limited and I book up very quickly. I am happy to help if you will only reach out to me.
I have extensive experience working with marital repair, working through affairs, sexual dysfunction relationship building and premarital therapy.
Holtz Counseling is the premier counseling destination in the North Dallas area. I offer a boutique practice to people wanting the best possible counseling experience. I hold a PhD, I am Board Certified in Marriage and Family Therapy, as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Sexology. I help with marriages, relationships, work issues, anxiety, depression, mens issues and life coaching. My practice is extremely limited and I book up very quickly. I am happy to help if you will only reach out to me.
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Heather Henry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCPS-C, CSAT-C, PSEP
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75219
If you're dealing with relationship problems or betrayal, sex and love addictions, I can help. I have experience helping people learn to manage addictive behaviors, rebuild trust and intimacy, and learn how to reconnect. I understand the toll betrayal trauma, intimacy disorders and the pain of past abuse can take on your life and relationships. I am a therapist who specializes in sexual abuse and intergenerational trauma. I understand how intimidating it can be to reach out to a therapist for help. No one should have to do this alone. Contact me and we'll discover a life of healthy recovery, connection, fulfillment and trust.
If you're dealing with relationship problems or betrayal, sex and love addictions, I can help. I have experience helping people learn to manage addictive behaviors, rebuild trust and intimacy, and learn how to reconnect. I understand the toll betrayal trauma, intimacy disorders and the pain of past abuse can take on your life and relationships. I am a therapist who specializes in sexual abuse and intergenerational trauma. I understand how intimidating it can be to reach out to a therapist for help. No one should have to do this alone. Contact me and we'll discover a life of healthy recovery, connection, fulfillment and trust.
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MIND Systemic Psychotherapy & Relational Expertise
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75205 (Online Only)
My work with couples and individuals includes recovering from relational betrayal trauma, breakups, life transitions, communication challenges, infidelity, and depression.
Hello, I'm Dr. Haselmayer Fayed, a licensed marriage and family therapist. What would you like to change in your relationships? What's on your MIND? You don't have to work on this on your own. For over a decade, I've dedicated my expertise to working with many people in their quest for change and happiness. There isn't much I haven't seen or helped with. Call me today and let's start! As a psychology professor and a published author, I instruct master's and doctoral students and actively engage in research. This dedication translates into being equipped with multiple approaches that will be tailored to you specifically.
My work with couples and individuals includes recovering from relational betrayal trauma, breakups, life transitions, communication challenges, infidelity, and depression.
Hello, I'm Dr. Haselmayer Fayed, a licensed marriage and family therapist. What would you like to change in your relationships? What's on your MIND? You don't have to work on this on your own. For over a decade, I've dedicated my expertise to working with many people in their quest for change and happiness. There isn't much I haven't seen or helped with. Call me today and let's start! As a psychology professor and a published author, I instruct master's and doctoral students and actively engage in research. This dedication translates into being equipped with multiple approaches that will be tailored to you specifically.
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Saliha Qadir | Couples Therapy | Infidelity Recovery | South Asian
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219 (Online Only)
My approach for therapy is to provide my clients with a warm, empathetic space to be vulnerable. I understand how hard it is to share your story which is why I’m here to listen! I specialize in working with couples seeking help for pre-marital, marital concerns, infidelity recovery, intimacy concerns, understanding attachment styles, modern dating, and dealing with interpersonal conflicts. As a South Asian Muslim therapist i’m passionate about working with clients struggling with cultural roles, issues with identity, generational trauma, and enculturation, especially within the South Asian and first-generation communities.
My approach for therapy is to provide my clients with a warm, empathetic space to be vulnerable. I understand how hard it is to share your story which is why I’m here to listen! I specialize in working with couples seeking help for pre-marital, marital concerns, infidelity recovery, intimacy concerns, understanding attachment styles, modern dating, and dealing with interpersonal conflicts. As a South Asian Muslim therapist i’m passionate about working with clients struggling with cultural roles, issues with identity, generational trauma, and enculturation, especially within the South Asian and first-generation communities.
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Dr. Sheeza Mohsin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75205
Sheeza specializes in couples relationships challenges from infidelity, sexual intimacy, or reconnecting after a trauma or addiction.
There are times in life where certain challenges come in our way of living life and being happy. Whether it is your relationship with a partner, taking care of a parent, in-laws, adult or teen kids; not understanding why you are feeling the way you are can be hard. Sheeza works with you while helping you protect the important relationships in your life. Sheeza looks at your entire life & experience including family as a contributor to the situation, not just you. This insight and reflection helps create positive healthy changes. Sheeza continuously trains with the best experts to keep her skills sharpened for her clients benefit.
Sheeza specializes in couples relationships challenges from infidelity, sexual intimacy, or reconnecting after a trauma or addiction.
There are times in life where certain challenges come in our way of living life and being happy. Whether it is your relationship with a partner, taking care of a parent, in-laws, adult or teen kids; not understanding why you are feeling the way you are can be hard. Sheeza works with you while helping you protect the important relationships in your life. Sheeza looks at your entire life & experience including family as a contributor to the situation, not just you. This insight and reflection helps create positive healthy changes. Sheeza continuously trains with the best experts to keep her skills sharpened for her clients benefit.
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Scott William Weinert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
Few things are as miserable as damaged trust in a relationship. This takes many forms. You’re mad, hurt, and don’t know if you want to stay or not. When you’ve done things you regret, you feel lost, guilty, confused, and conflicted. When it is you that has been emotionally hurt, you feel betrayed and now your safe place is gone. Frequent ugly fights leave you resentful and walking on eggshells, waiting for one to crack. Your person is openly and publicly disinterested, critical, or unsupportive. Then there is infidelity, which feels like a bomb exploded in your life, and now you are living a 24/7 bad dream.
Few things are as miserable as damaged trust in a relationship. This takes many forms. You’re mad, hurt, and don’t know if you want to stay or not. When you’ve done things you regret, you feel lost, guilty, confused, and conflicted. When it is you that has been emotionally hurt, you feel betrayed and now your safe place is gone. Frequent ugly fights leave you resentful and walking on eggshells, waiting for one to crack. Your person is openly and publicly disinterested, critical, or unsupportive. Then there is infidelity, which feels like a bomb exploded in your life, and now you are living a 24/7 bad dream.
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Dr. Paul Stanford
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
Has your marriage become stale? Do you feel more like roommates than romantic partners? Are you having a difficult time balancing work, kids, leisure time, and your relationship? Have you experienced infidelity or some other form of broken trust? Or maybe you just want to strengthen your relationship for the future. I'd love to speak with you about your needs. For those that can't get to the office due to location or time restraints, I offer virtual counseling through secure video conferencing. Contact me for a free demo and consultation.
Has your marriage become stale? Do you feel more like roommates than romantic partners? Are you having a difficult time balancing work, kids, leisure time, and your relationship? Have you experienced infidelity or some other form of broken trust? Or maybe you just want to strengthen your relationship for the future. I'd love to speak with you about your needs. For those that can't get to the office due to location or time restraints, I offer virtual counseling through secure video conferencing. Contact me for a free demo and consultation.
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Julie Davis Landsaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAT, EMDR tr
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75205
As an EMDR trained, experienced CSAT and betrayal trauma therapist I use a trauma and attachment informed approach to get to the bottom of what is causing the pain.
Whether you can’t seem to manage your own impulses, anxiety or pain, or someone else’s choices have left you feeling stuck and in pain, it’s often hard to find a single safe person to telI. I want to be a safe place for you, where you feel it’s okay to be who you are. Together we can take a look at which ways of thinking and reacting are helping you reach your goals, and which parts of yourself may have helped you get to where you are but are now not as effective in helping you move forward. As you learn to see your whole story and learn new tools to respond in ways that line up with your true value, healing begins.
As an EMDR trained, experienced CSAT and betrayal trauma therapist I use a trauma and attachment informed approach to get to the bottom of what is causing the pain.
Whether you can’t seem to manage your own impulses, anxiety or pain, or someone else’s choices have left you feeling stuck and in pain, it’s often hard to find a single safe person to telI. I want to be a safe place for you, where you feel it’s okay to be who you are. Together we can take a look at which ways of thinking and reacting are helping you reach your goals, and which parts of yourself may have helped you get to where you are but are now not as effective in helping you move forward. As you learn to see your whole story and learn new tools to respond in ways that line up with your true value, healing begins.
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One of my favorite mantra's is " The quality of life is determined by the quality of your relationships-in your marriage, in your family, in your daily life, in your spiritual life, and in the mirror. My goal is to walk along side your goals and to help facilitate grow and healing in these specific areas: anxiety, depression, addictions, affairs, anger, grief, faith exploration, separation, divorce, financial stresses, midlife and aging.
One of my favorite mantra's is " The quality of life is determined by the quality of your relationships-in your marriage, in your family, in your daily life, in your spiritual life, and in the mirror. My goal is to walk along side your goals and to help facilitate grow and healing in these specific areas: anxiety, depression, addictions, affairs, anger, grief, faith exploration, separation, divorce, financial stresses, midlife and aging.
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My practice consists of individuals and couples with a large range of experiences including: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, feeling stuck, life transitions, loss, trauma, infidelity, work frustration, sexual dissatisfaction, and relationship conflicts.
You've already taken a brave step. Seeking therapy means you have a desire to engage in life in a different way. Across their diverse backgrounds, my clients have all decided they want something more, and I have the privilege of watching them get there. By establishing a safe space for expression and exploration, I'll join you as you tolerate and, when ready, lean into uncomfortable thoughts, feelings and experiences. I empower clients by supporting them as they integrate techniques associated with overcoming challenges, increasing resilience and joy, building courage to challenge fears, and living more wholeheartedly.
My practice consists of individuals and couples with a large range of experiences including: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, feeling stuck, life transitions, loss, trauma, infidelity, work frustration, sexual dissatisfaction, and relationship conflicts.
You've already taken a brave step. Seeking therapy means you have a desire to engage in life in a different way. Across their diverse backgrounds, my clients have all decided they want something more, and I have the privilege of watching them get there. By establishing a safe space for expression and exploration, I'll join you as you tolerate and, when ready, lean into uncomfortable thoughts, feelings and experiences. I empower clients by supporting them as they integrate techniques associated with overcoming challenges, increasing resilience and joy, building courage to challenge fears, and living more wholeheartedly.
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Gene Klassen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75209
In a culture, where judging or joking about the sexuality of others is common, talking about personal challenges with our own sexuality is often difficult and embarrassing. You may have just learned about an affair or other act of infidelity and are feeling angry, confused, and hurt; may be wondering why you cannot seem to stop compulsive behavior with prostitutes, anonymous partners, or pornography; may have been sexually abused, not knowing how to find peace and move on; or may feel so much anxiety about sex that you are unable to enjoy it. I provide a safe place to talk.
In a culture, where judging or joking about the sexuality of others is common, talking about personal challenges with our own sexuality is often difficult and embarrassing. You may have just learned about an affair or other act of infidelity and are feeling angry, confused, and hurt; may be wondering why you cannot seem to stop compulsive behavior with prostitutes, anonymous partners, or pornography; may have been sexually abused, not knowing how to find peace and move on; or may feel so much anxiety about sex that you are unable to enjoy it. I provide a safe place to talk.
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Jessica Demla
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
Couples Specialities: premarital counseling, pregnancy and postpartum support, healthy communication, conflict resolution, intimacy & desire, overcoming affairs, lifestyle/family balance, restoring trust, and work/life balance .
Ready to feel like you again? Want to feel more connected in life and relationships? I specialize in helping individuals and couples break through that "stuck" feeling when challenges show up. Clients will learn how to make lasting changes that will take them to where they want to be & feel better in their lives. I also provide unique specialized care for new moms and couples that are facing the challenges of postpartum issues and parenting. The journey of trying to conceive to parenthood can be a roller coaster, and you're not alone. Counseling can help you gain tools to navigate through challenges.
Couples Specialities: premarital counseling, pregnancy and postpartum support, healthy communication, conflict resolution, intimacy & desire, overcoming affairs, lifestyle/family balance, restoring trust, and work/life balance .
Ready to feel like you again? Want to feel more connected in life and relationships? I specialize in helping individuals and couples break through that "stuck" feeling when challenges show up. Clients will learn how to make lasting changes that will take them to where they want to be & feel better in their lives. I also provide unique specialized care for new moms and couples that are facing the challenges of postpartum issues and parenting. The journey of trying to conceive to parenthood can be a roller coaster, and you're not alone. Counseling can help you gain tools to navigate through challenges.
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My goal for my clients is to guide them from a place of pain and suffering toward growth and healing. I am a LPC who specializes in helping clients navigate challenges of pre and post divorce, infidelity recovery, couples seeking healing, understanding, and intimacy. I also support individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/complex trauma, codependency, anger management, bipolar disorder, self-harm behaviors, and lack of assertiveness by helping them develop a healthier self-concept. I am EMDR trained and work with first responders.
My goal for my clients is to guide them from a place of pain and suffering toward growth and healing. I am a LPC who specializes in helping clients navigate challenges of pre and post divorce, infidelity recovery, couples seeking healing, understanding, and intimacy. I also support individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/complex trauma, codependency, anger management, bipolar disorder, self-harm behaviors, and lack of assertiveness by helping them develop a healthier self-concept. I am EMDR trained and work with first responders.
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I have worked with couples and individuals to help them work through depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as infidelity.
I am accepting clients! Making the decision to go to therapy can be difficult and at times overwhelming. Thankfully, this is where you start on your road to wellness. If you are in need and want to work on your mental health or your relationship, reach out! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
I have worked with couples and individuals to help them work through depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as infidelity.
I am accepting clients! Making the decision to go to therapy can be difficult and at times overwhelming. Thankfully, this is where you start on your road to wellness. If you are in need and want to work on your mental health or your relationship, reach out! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
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Kelly L. Cheatham
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75209
Regarding couples and families, I specialize in addressing relational issues such as communication, trust, conflict, betrayal, and emotional connectivity.
My goal is to provide an environment of encouragement, compassion and understanding to help each of my clients attain the growth and changes they want to achieve. I seek to help individuals, couples, and families effectively resolve issues that can cause both stress and dysfunction. My clients and I collaborate to evaluate problem areas and set goals they are committed to attaining. When working with couples and families, I recognize the need for healthy cooperation, communication, direction, and structure. We work together to find new solutions and gain new perspectives.
Regarding couples and families, I specialize in addressing relational issues such as communication, trust, conflict, betrayal, and emotional connectivity.
My goal is to provide an environment of encouragement, compassion and understanding to help each of my clients attain the growth and changes they want to achieve. I seek to help individuals, couples, and families effectively resolve issues that can cause both stress and dysfunction. My clients and I collaborate to evaluate problem areas and set goals they are committed to attaining. When working with couples and families, I recognize the need for healthy cooperation, communication, direction, and structure. We work together to find new solutions and gain new perspectives.
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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.