Betrayal Trauma
Betrayal trauma occurs when a trusted partner violates the boundaries of the relationship through emotional affairs, infidelity, or pornography.
This type of betrayal can shatter a woman’s sense of safety, trust, and self-worth, leaving her questioning her reality and her ability to trust her intuition and others. The effects can be devastating, mirroring the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This can include feelings of shame, anger, shock, grief, confusion, and an inability to self-regulate your painful emotions. Many women experience anxiety, depression, hypervigilance, emotional numbness, and extreme hopelessness.
Having walked this path myself, I deeply understand the devastation betrayal causes and the courage it takes to heal. In addition to the betrayal, many spend years living with lies, manipulation, gaslighting, and emotional and or physical abuse, all causing more trauma. Most women say, “The pain is unexplainable, and I feel stupid for not listening to my gut instincts.
I am so sorry you have endured so much pain. For many, the pain of betrayal is compounded by a sense of isolation. You may feel too ashamed or humiliated to confide in others, unsure of how your loved ones might react. If you have children, the betrayal can feel even more complicated, adding pressure to navigate the situation for their sake while suppressing your pain.
I’m here to offer a safe, compassionate, and understanding space where you can process your experiences, thoughts, and feelings. As a trauma-informed therapist and APSATS-trained specialist, I know the complexities of the trauma you have experienced and want to bring you hope. You can rebuild your sense of self, reconnect to your body, and trust your intuition again. Using evidence-based approaches, we’ll address the betrayal’s impact on our thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and sense of self-worth. Gradually, your nervous system will feel calmer, triggers will be less frequent, and your ability to experience emotional stability, joy, and happiness will increase.
If the pain of betrayal has impacted you or someone you know, please reach out for a 30-minute consultation to discuss how I may serve you or others.
