Infidelity Injury: A Wound That Deserves Care

Understanding Infidelity Injury: A Wound That Deserves Care

Infidelity injury is more than betrayal—it's a rupture in the foundation of emotional safety and trust. Clinically, it refers to the deep psychological trauma experienced by a partner when a betrayal violates the implicit or explicit agreements of a committed relationship.

For the impacted partner, this trauma can manifest in ways that are often invisible to others but deeply felt: intense anxiety, intrusive thoughts, sleep disturbances, shame, and even symptoms consistent with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). Emotionally, it can erode one’s sense of self-worth and create a profound sense of abandonment. Physically, it can lead to fatigue, somatic symptoms, and a constant state of hypervigilance.

The injury rarely stays contained. It ripples out into the family system—altering communication, trust dynamics, parenting roles, and emotional availability. Children may feel this shift, even when the details are hidden.

As a therapist who specializes in infidelity trauma, I hold space for these stories every day. Healing is possible—with support, guided repair, and a trauma-informed process that honors both the pain and the possibility.

You don’t have to go through this alone. This wound is real—and so is the hope for healing. I help individuals and couples navigate the complex emotional terrain of betrayal with evidence-based approaches grounded in attachment theory and trauma recovery. Together, we rebuild safety, reestablish trust, and restore emotional connection. Whether you are working to heal as a couple or as an individual, I offer structured, compassionate, and expert guidance every step of the way.