Therapevo

Infidelity Recovery for Couples

Rebuild Trust, Restore Connection,
and Create a New Future Together

Infidelity is devastating, but it doesn’t have to mean the end of your relationship. With the right support, couples can heal, rebuild trust, and create a stronger bond than ever before. Our therapists guide couples through the difficult but transformative journey of infidelity recovery.

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What is Couples
Infidelity Recovery?

Infidelity recovery for couples focuses on helping both partners navigate the emotional and relational damage caused by betrayal. This process involves:

  • Acknowledging the Betrayal: Creating space for the betrayed partner to express their hurt and process their feelings.
  • Taking Responsibility: Helping the betrayer own their actions and commit to rebuilding trust.
  • Rebuilding Together: Creating new patterns of communication, trust, and intimacy that prevent future betrayals.

Couples therapy offers a path forward for those who want to save their marriage and grow stronger together. Ideally, it runs alongside individual therapy for the betrayed and the betraying partner.

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The Challenges
of Recovering as a Couple

Infidelity leaves lasting scars, but couples who commit to healing often discover that it’s
possible to grow through the experience.

Common challenges couples face include:

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Emotional Rollercoaster

Waves of anger, sadness, and guilt can feel overwhelming

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Exhaustion

Hashing things out into the wee hours of the morning without ever really resolving those big emotions

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Communication Barriers

Struggles to express feelings without harming your partner, or listen without defensiveness

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Rebuilding Trust

Restoring faith in one another after deception has shattered the foundation of your lives

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Rekindling Intimacy

Physical and emotional closeness often feel distant or impossible

Healing as a couple requires commitment, honesty, and vulnerability—but it is possible with expert guidance.

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How We Help Couples Recover from Infidelity

Our therapists are trained to work with both partners in a way that ensures each person feels heard and
respected. Together, we’ll help you:

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Create a Safe Space

Establish boundaries and emotional safety
for both partners.

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Understand the
Damage

Explore the effects of infidelity on each partner and the relationship.

3

Communicate
Effectively

Learn tools for honest, open, and productive conversations.

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Rebuild Trust

Identify steps to repair trust slowly, over time: including transparency and accountability.

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Rekindle Intimacy

Explore how to restore physical and
emotional closeness.

Whether you’re just starting your recovery or feel stuck
in the process, we’ll guide you toward a healthier,
more connected future.

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Meet Our Therapists

Our team of expert therapists specializes in betrayal recovery for both individuals and couples.

Works with

Areas of Interest

Gender

Overwhelmed by the options? Schedule a Free Consultation and we’ll help you choose the right team member

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Jeremy Zacharias
Jeremy Zacharias MAMFT, MDiv, RMFT, CCC | Immediate availability

Jeremy Zacharias specializes in building healthy relationships, trauma healing, and addiction recovery. With a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Master of Divinity, he draws from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Systems Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to help clients navigate challenges. Jeremy’s client-centered approach fosters a compassionate, conversational space where individuals, couples, and families can explore new perspectives and unlock personal growth. He is passionate about helping clients strengthen relationships and overcome obstacles to create lasting change.

Melissa Bonnell
Melissa Bonnell MAMFT, CACFT Associate, CCC | Immediate availability

Melissa Bonnell specializes in couples and family therapy, trauma recovery, and life transitions. With a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and trauma-informed training, she uses Narrative Therapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy to support clients through relational difficulties, betrayal recovery, and childhood trauma. Melissa's warm, non-judgmental approach creates a safe space for healing. Passionate about family, she brings empathy and commitment to each therapy journey, helping individuals and families navigate challenges and grow together.

Verlynda Simonyi-Gindele
Verlynda Simonyi-Gindele MAMFT, CACFT Associate | Immediate availability

Verlynda Simonyi-Gindele is a compassionate therapist and co-founder of Therapevo Counseling. She specializes in adolescents, young adults, couples, and trauma recovery. With a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy, Verlynda integrates Emotionally Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Brainspotting to support clients through challenges like infidelity, betrayal, and emotional struggles. She provides a compassionate, empathetic environment for healing, helping individuals and couples navigate difficult life transitions. Verlynda is also the co-host of the “Normalize Therapy” podcast and hosts an annual Christian Marriage Cruise.

Lilien Kovács-Hélisz
Lilien Kovács-Hélisz MA, RCC | Immediate availability

Lilien Kovács-Hélisz is a compassionate Registered Clinical Counsellor specializing in trauma therapy, couples counseling, and addiction recovery. With a Master’s in Psychology and certifications in EMDR, Schema Therapy, and Family Therapy, she integrates multiple therapeutic approaches to support clients through personal growth and healing. Lilien focuses on creating a safe, empathetic environment for clients to explore their challenges. She works with individuals, teens, and families, helping them build resilience, self-compassion, and navigate life’s transitions with confidence.

Ricky Aguilar
Ricky Aguilar MAMFT, RCC | Immediate availability

Ricky Aguilar is a compassionate therapist specializing in family and couples counseling, pornography addiction, and trauma recovery. With a B.S. in Counselling Psychology and an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy, Ricky uses systemic approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Fluent in English and Spanish, he offers a culturally sensitive approach, working with adolescents, young adults, and families to process emotions and foster healthier relationships. Ricky is passionate about helping clients navigate challenges and build stronger connections.

Korey Reimer
Korey Reimer MC, CCC | Immediate availability

Korey Reimer brings to his work as a therapist over 15 years of experience in ministry, offering a compassionate, empathetic approach to therapy. He specializes in helping individuals, couples, and adolescents navigate anxiety, betrayal trauma, pornography addiction, and spiritual issues. Korey uses Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Emotion-Focused therapy to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for growth. He is passionate about helping clients achieve personal healing and wholeness, fostering meaningful therapeutic relationships and offering guidance on life's challenges.

Shemiya Ruud
Shemiya Ruud MC, CCC, CACFT Associate | Immediate availability

Shemiya Ruud specializes in couples, family counseling, and trauma recovery. Drawing from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and attachment-based interventions, Shemiya creates a warm, client-centered approach to help individuals and families reach their goals. She has a passion for guiding clients through relational challenges, including grief, addiction, and childhood trauma. With a focus on systemic healing, Shemiya values a collaborative, strengths-based approach, allowing clients to navigate their unique journeys to healing and growth.

Bailey Tonn
Bailey Tonn CACFT Student Member | Immediate availability

Bailey Tonn is an intern therapist completing his Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy. Specializing in couples counseling, premarital counseling, affair recovery, and grief support, Bailey uses Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) to help individuals and couples navigate relational challenges. He integrates other approaches like Internal Family Systems and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support personal growth and emotional connection. Bailey’s compassionate, client-centered approach fosters healing and resilience, guiding clients toward deeper relationships and improved well-being.

Christal Wilson
Christal Wilson MDiv, RP | Immediate availability

Christal Wilson is a compassionate therapist specializing in relationship enhancement, trauma recovery, and life transitions. With a Master of Divinity in Clinical Counseling, she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and trauma-informed approaches to support individuals, couples, and families. Christal is certified in EMDR and Sex Addiction Therapy, offering a personalized, empathetic approach to help clients heal, rebuild self-esteem, and navigate challenges. Her warm and creative style empowers clients to grow and find resilience.

Jeremiah Palmer
Jeremiah Palmer MAMFT, CACFT Associate | Available next week

Jeremiah Palmer is an empathic therapist specializing in family relationships, couples counseling, pornography addiction, and mental health. With a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, he uses a client-centered approach, drawing from Narrative Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Jeremiah’s warm, informal style and sense of humor help clients reconnect with their authentic selves, fostering growth and healing. He is dedicated to supporting individuals and families in building healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

Jesse Schellenberg
Jesse Schellenberg MAMFT, RCC, RP | Available next week

Jesse Schellenberg is a dedicated therapist specializing in couples therapy, marriage counseling, and relationship issues. Holding a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, as well as degrees in Christian Studies and Theology, Jesse uses techniques such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, and EMDR to help clients navigate challenges like sexual intimacy, pornography addiction, and trauma. His compassionate, non-judgmental approach fosters trust and healing for individuals and couples alike.

Mari Lee Ayers
Mari Lee Ayers MA, CPC, CT | Available next week

Mari Lee Ayers specializes in building healthier relationships, co-dependency, 12-step recovery, trauma, and grief. Mari Lee takes an eclectic approach, incorporating Attachment Theory, Neuroscience, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. She believes in a holistic, client-centered process, guiding individuals toward self-compassion and healing. Mari Lee offers tailored interventions and tools to empower clients in their personal growth and transformation.

Jessica Myles
Jessica Myles CACFT Student Member | Available next week

Jessica Myles is an intern therapist completing her Master of Arts in Couples and Family Therapy. Bringing ten years of experience in the helping field to her work as a therapist, Jessica specializes in couples therapy, pre-marital counseling, divorce therapy, and supporting neurodivergent couples. She incorporates Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy (STST) in her work. Jessica provides a compassionate, safe space for clients to explore their emotions, boundaries, and healing, helping them navigate life’s challenges and find growth and self-discovery.

Ron de Jager
Ron de Jager CCPA Student Member | Available next week

Ron de Jager brings to the therapy room his background in music and teaching. His holistic, client-centered approach focuses on building a strong therapeutic alliance, helping clients address challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and addiction. Ron offers a compassionate, empathic presence, tailoring therapy to individual needs. He is dedicated to providing a safe space for personal growth, healing, and coping, particularly for those struggling with performance anxiety or spiritual issues.

Jennifer L. Cole
Jennifer L. Cole MA, CCC, MACA, SEP | Waitlisting

Jennifer is a compassionate therapist specializing in trauma, addiction, relationship counseling, and spiritual formation. With a Master of Arts in Counseling and extensive training in Somatic Experiencing (SE), she offers a holistic, client-centered approach that integrates mind, emotions, and body sensations to heal trauma. Jennifer works with individuals, couples, and families, addressing issues like infidelity, grief, and co-dependency. She is passionate about supporting clients through life’s challenges, promoting healing, resilience, and personal growth.

Mike Takkinen
Mike Takkinen MA, CPC, CSAT | Waitlisting

Mike Takkinen is an experienced therapist specializing in relationship counseling, addiction recovery, and mental health issues. With a background in both clinical and theological studies, he integrates his personal values of authenticity, transparency, and collaboration into his therapeutic approach. Mike helps individuals and couples navigate challenges like addiction, anxiety, depression, and relationship conflict. He uses practical strategies aligned with clients' values, fostering trust and growth, while offering support through life's milestones and transitions.

Sharon Snooks
Sharon Snooks RSSW, SEP | Waitlisting

Sharon Snooks is an experienced therapist specializing in trauma, grief, loss, and mental health challenges. With over 30 years in social services, Sharon has a deep understanding of how trauma impacts individuals and families. She offers evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, IFS, and Somatic Experiencing™. Sharon’s compassionate, trauma-informed approach helps clients regain hope, heal, and restore growth. She specializes in crisis stabilization, betrayal trauma, and nervous system regulation, creating a safe space for healing and personal development.

Cara Pederson
Cara Pederson MC, RCT, CACFT Associate | Waitlisting

Cara Pederson is a dedicated therapist specializing in trauma recovery, relationship issues, and mental health support. With a Master of Counselling and training in various therapeutic modalities, including the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy, she helps individuals and couples heal from anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Cara's compassionate, non-judgmental approach creates a safe space for clients to explore their emotions and build a path toward healing, clarity, and personal growth.

Dianne Kuglin
Dianne Kuglin MA, MC, CPC, CCAC | No availability

Dianne specializes in addiction, trauma, and relationship challenges. With a Master of Counselling and certifications in addiction counseling, she helps individuals and couples navigate issues like sex and porn addiction, infidelity, and grief. Dianne’s solution-focused approach empowers clients to heal and rebuild. Combining professional expertise with personal experience, she creates a supportive space for growth and transformation, guiding clients toward healthier relationships and well-being.

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Why Choose Us?

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Compassionate,
Non-Judgmental Support

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Proven Strategies
Tailored to Your Journey

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Convenient Online Counseling for Privacy
and Flexibility

FAQs for Couples Healing from Infidelity

Can a relationship survive infidelity?

Yes! It is so hard to go through this, but many couples go on to build stronger, healthier relationships after betrayal. Therapy helps you address the pain and grow together.

What if one partner isn’t ready to commit to the process?

You can still come for therapy! It’s not uncommon for partners to realize they need help at different points in time. If you’re the betrayer, you can certainly begin to process why you engaged in the betrayal behaviors in individual therapy. Or, if you have been betrayed but your partner is still acting out, you can start to process the pain of the betrayal and learn how to set healthy, effective boundaries even before you’re certain their behavior has ceased.