What counts as an affair or cheating?
Cheating, infidelity, or having an affair means being emotionally or physically involved with someone other than your partner, breaking trust and relationship agreements. It can include romantic or sexual contact, forming strong emotional bonds, or keeping secrets. Ultimately, it’s about causing hurt and breaching trust in the relationship.
What can I expect in affair recovery therapy in NJ?
Therapy for infidelity includes:
- Exploring emotions: Talking about how the affair made you feel confused or betrayed, in a safe place.
- Rebuilding trust: Defining what honesty and reliability mean in your relationship for a more trusting future.
- Improving communication: Learning how to talk openly and kindly about what you need and work out disagreements collaboratively.
- Fostering intimacy: Finding ways to emotionally reconnect and understand each other better to feel close again.
Is affair recovery therapy confidential? What about the format of sessions, like joint and individual meetings?
Yes, therapy is confidential, unless you are a potential harm to yourself or others. Your privacy during this delicate time is our priority.
Couples therapy is often attended together, but sometimes the therapist and couple agree to meet individually as well. To find out more about how we can format your sessions, contact us for a consultation.
How long does affair recovery therapy take?
We recommend attending at least six sessions with your NJ affair recovery therapist. Ultimately, however, the duration of therapy varies depending on individual circumstances and goals. No two couples are the same and the approaches we use to fair recovery are based on your needs and goals. Your NJ infidelity couples therapist will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan and check in on your progress along the way.
How often will I need to attend therapy sessions?
We recommend starting affair recovery couples therapy at least once per week in the beginning stages. The frequency of therapy sessions is tailored to your unique needs, with initial sessions often more frequent to address immediate concerns. As progress is made, session frequency may gradually decrease, ensuring continued support and progress.
How do you help couples rebuild trust after infidelity?
We understand that rebuilding trust is a crucial part of the journey to a fair recovery. Our therapists employ evidence-based couples therapy techniques such as:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Gottman Method
- Solution-focused
- Narrative therapy
These approaches include specialized communication techniques, boundary-setting activities, trust-building exercises, and more. Additionally, therapy offers a safe and supportive environment for addressing concerns and questions throughout the process.
What qualifications do your therapists have for affair recovery therapy?
We deeply understand the impact infidelity has on your emotions, relationships, and communication. As Marriage and Family Therapists, we received special training to work with couples specifically. We are equipped to handle any and all issues related to infidelity in a relationship.
How can I find a therapist near Edison, New Jersey?
You’re not alone in your search. Our team is here to help guide you in the right direction. One of our compassionate team members will take the time to discuss your individual needs with you over the phone. From there, we’ll make recommendations about what type of therapy, or which kind of therapist, would be most fitting to reach your goals. If we’re a good fit for your needs, we match you with one of our in person or online New Jersey therapists. If either of us feel we are not the right fit, we can provide the names of other providers who may be able to help.
Our therapists have extensive training and experience in using Systems Theory to improve relationships. This means we address relational issues at their root, utilizing evidence-based couples therapy techniques. Our Marriage and Family Therapists are also trained in trauma-informed care to help clients heal from past experiences, often connected to affairs.