Coping with betrayal in marriage can be one of the most difficult trials a couple can endure. Betrayal from a spouse can be unexpected and heart breaking, and both spouses will have a long road to rebuilding trust and intimacy.
Nevertheless, there are truly supportive resources available to help couples find healing. Philly Family Life Counselling offers comprehensive marital counseling so that couples can renew trust and grow together.
What is Marital Betrayal?
Marital betrayal is often used to imply infidelity, but this term actually covers a variety of issues. Deep feelings of betrayal in a relationship can also result from emotional or physical abuse, lies, broken promises, personal information being shared outside the marriage, secret splurging or misuse of finances, prioritizing work or friends over time with a spouse, etc. The key component that defines marital betrayal is that past or present actions result in loss of trust between spouses.
What Does Marital Counseling Look Like?
Every relationship is different. As a result, every couples counseling session will be uniquely tailored to the needs of that particular relationship. You may begin by meeting together, or you may desire individual counseling sessions followed by sessions together. The beginning stages of counseling can be difficult and vulnerable, be assured that you will be greeted with respect and invited to engage in a supportive collaborative conversation. You may also be introduced to Wyatt, Dr. Devers’ therapy support dog. Know that while it may require hard work, new deeper emotional intimacy and trust can be rekindled through the process.
In our open letter to couples, Dr. Gene Devers introduces himself and provides helpful information about the counseling process. His goal is to listen fully and compassionately to each spouse. He will invite you both to listen sensitively to the other’s perspective and encourage you in developing more helpful ways of communicating.
Recover Your Marriage with Philly Family Life Counseling
Dr. Gene Devers & Associates can help you begin your journey towards healing. If you call (215) 677-3810 between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM on Monday through Friday, you will be greeted by a live person who is ready to answer your questions and assist you in setting up an appointment. If you are unable to call during these hours, please leave a message or fill out our online request form. You can find Philly Family Life Counseling in Northeast Philadelphia.
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