Betrayal trauma occurs when someone we depend on emotionally, psychologically, or relationally becomes the source of significant hurt, deception, or instability. In intimate relationships, this can happen when hidden behaviours come to light and fundamentally disrupt a person’s sense of trust and safety. The repeated deception can leave people questioning their memories, instincts, and understanding of the relationship entirely.
In this blog, we’ll discuss how to effectively express your feelings and gently encourage your partner to see a professional therapist, what to say and what not to say, and how you might see your relationship shift.
This summer at Innisfree Therapy, we’ve seen an increase in couples contacting us to support them with issues that have emerged from under the spotlight lockdown placed on all relationships. There seems to have been a trend for more couples to seek therapy after struggling to communicate, but before a betrayal or relationship ending event….
New research commissioned by Relate has highlighted the impact lockdown measures are having on relationships. Couples are reporting more relationship issues and irritation with their partner than before lockdown. The Relate survey showed: Almost a quarter of the survey’s respondents said the current circumstances are placing pressure on their relationship with their partner. More than…
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