Bringing up couples therapy with your partner can feel like walking a tightrope. You want to open up about wanting support without triggering defensiveness, conflict, or fear. The truth is, it’s totally normal for one partner to feel ready before the other. And while therapy can be transformative, the conversation
Figuring out what counts as cheating in relationships can be tricky. While some actions are universally seen as breaking trust, the definition of cheating really depends on the boundaries set in each relationship. One couple might be okay with certain forms of intimacy outside their partnership, while another might view
Infidelity is a painful reality that many relationships face, but when it involves a narcissist, the betrayal can feel even more devastating. Narcissistic partners have a way of charming and manipulating people, often leaving their partners feeling confused and deeply hurt. But what makes a narcissist more likely to cheat?
Trusting in a New Relationship After Infidelity Starting a new relationship can be tough when you’ve been hurt in the past—especially when that hurt came from someone betraying your trust. Trusting in a new relationship after infidelity can feel like an impossible challenge, leaving deep scars and making it difficult
Finding out your partner has cheated on you is heartbreaking. But for many people, the worst part isn’t the pictures, text messages, or videos that prove the betrayal. It’s what happens after: when the cheater denies their actions. As a therapist specializing in betrayal trauma, I’ve seen countless examples of
Betrayal trauma is a profound emotional wound caused when trust in someone or something has been broken. For example, one client shared how discovering their partner’s hidden actions left them feeling as though their entire reality had been shattered. Through therapy, they found a path to regain stability and self-trust,
Infidelity can trigger intense emotional and psychological reactions, leaving a lasting impact on the betrayed partner. Many people liken these reactions to symptoms of infidelity PTSD—and that comparison makes sense. The emotional aftermath of infidelity is more than just broken trust; it’s a profound shock to the system that can
“If you love someone, you would never cheat, right?” This is something many of us believe. It makes sense to think that way. But here’s the hard truth: cheating isn’t always about not loving someone. Most of the time, it’s about fear, emotional pain, and unresolved issues. Why Do People
Trust is the cornerstone of any healthy relationship. When it’s broken, it can feel as though the foundation of your life has crumbled. As someone who specializes in betrayal trauma and relational wounds, I’ve witnessed the profound impact of betrayal—not just in romantic partnerships but also in the context of
If you’re reading this, you might be an adult child of emotionally immature parents, and perhaps you’ve felt the weight of guilt for far too long. You’re not alone in this, and what you’re feeling is valid. Growing up with emotionally immature parents can leave a lasting impact on you.
We help with healing after infidelity and betrayal, as well as relational trauma from childhood wounds in Ottawa and Ontario. Virtual and in-person counseling available.
We help with healing after infidelity and betrayal, as well as relational trauma from childhood wounds.
If you are in crisis or require immediate assistance, please call 911 or visit your local Emergency Department, or call/text Canada’s Suicide Hotline at 988.
