Looking for a Therapist in Palo Alto to Process Infidelity or Loss of Trust?

Finding the right therapist to support you in navigating the sensitive process of repair (or dissolving the partnership) after infidelity can feel overwhelming. The good news is that there are many wonderful therapists out there to support you in this process. I recommend choosing 2-3 therapists and then asking for consultations to find the right fit for you. Please continue reading to learn more about the way in which I hold this therapeutic work, for both couples and individual clients.

In the wake of infidelity, I support individual clients and couples to process the impact of the betrayal, develop a path forward, and begin the process of repair. For clients that wish to leave their relationships, I provide support around processing grief as well as life transition.

Couples Therapy in to Process Infidelity in Palo Alto

Treating the wounds caused by infidelity is challenging and sensitive work. It is best done with the support of a licensed therapist that is experienced in helping couples navigate the profound emotional and relational challenges that arise from experiences of betrayal. This type of therapy requires a gentle, direct, and structured approach that focuses on containment and the unique factors impacting the individual couple. The therapist will focus on addressing the impact of betrayal trauma on both partners, understanding why and how the betrayal happened, rebuilding trust, addressing relationship challenges, and fostering healing and reconciliation within the relationship.

Individual Therapy to Process Infidelity in Palo Alto

Individual therapy is an important added support when going through the process of repair after infidelity or in navigating the challenges associated with ending a relationship. There are many complex feelings that arise in the aftermath of infidelity, including grief, shame, anger, distrust, and more. These feelings deserve space and recognition, and individual therapy with an experienced and licensed therapist can be a supportive place to do that work.

Infidelity / Betrayal

Infidelity occurs when a significant other breaks trust through actions that violate the boundaries of the couple. This type of rupture in trust can lead to deep emotional wounds, including feelings of betrayal, anger, sadness, and confusion. It often disrupts the sense of safety and security within the relationship and can lead to depression, anxiety, and hypervigilance. Infidelity and other forms of betrayal can severely impact relational dynamics, causing issues such as diminished trust, communication breakdowns, emotional distance, and intimacy problems.

Who I Serve:

I provide telehealth videoconferencing/phone therapy services to individuals and couples across the state of California. I am a kink and LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and invite my clients to show up authentically and fully in their identities. If you have any further questions about my competence in supporting you around specific aspects of your identity, please don’t hesitate to reach out with your questions.