Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships

5th stage of betrayal trauma anger: isolation?

Is betrayal trauma really different for men and women?

Most men do not come into therapy later rather than sooner.

Men feel isolated for most of the betrayal trauma experience.

Women usually over-function during the BT experience especially earlier in the journey.

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Physical Symptoms of Sex Addiction and Betrayal Trauma

Sex addiction takes its toll on the addict and the partner. Listen in for physical symptoms to know about.

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Full Episode of Betrayal Trauma & Anger Explained | Processing Rage After Infidelity and Broken Trust with Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck

Anger after betrayal can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even “out of character.”

In this episode of Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships, Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck joins Dan Drake, Jeanne Vattoune, Tim Stein and Wendy Conquest to break down the reality of betrayal trauma anger, why it shows up, how it unfolds over time, and what tools can help process it.

Whether someone is facing infidelity, broken trust, or betrayal in relationships, this conversation offers clarity, validation, and practical guidance for navigating one of the most difficult emotions in healing.

👉 If you’ve ever felt like your anger after betrayal makes you “crazy,” this discussion will remind you: you’re not crazy, you’re angry, and you should be. The key is learning how to process it with compassion and strength.

Check out Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck's Protocol :https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xnd6B_SJdpqTcg5zsZF_OLV502MHprmC/view?usp=drive_link and her website: https://crystalhollenbeck.com/

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Betrayal Trauma Anger: Explanation and Progression of Anger and Rage for Betrayed Partners

When betrayal is discovered, anger can feel overwhelming. In this episode of Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships, we sit down with Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck to explore how betrayal trauma anger shows up both immediately and over time.

Dr. Hollenbeck explains why betrayed partners often experience anger in waves as more consequences and realizations surface, not only at discovery, but months or even years later.

This conversation validates the deep emotional impact betrayal has on both sides of the relationship and offers tools for navigating anger without shame.

👉 If someone is a betrayed partner, a betrayer, or supporting others through betrayal trauma, this episode will give them clarity, hope, and strategies to move forward.

Check out Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck's Protocol :https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xnd6B_SJdpqTcg5zsZF_OLV502MHprmC/view?usp=drive_link and her website: https://crystalhollenbeck.com/

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Betrayal Trauma | Understanding Anger, Healing & Trust with Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck

In this upcoming episode of Conversations on Sex Addiction and Relationships, the team explores how betrayal trauma extends beyond sexual infidelity with Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck.

While sexual betrayal is often the most visible form of hurt, many partners experience deep wounds from emotional betrayal, financial secrecy, or broken trust from friends, family, and community members.

Crystal shares insights from her research and introduces the CALMING Model, a seven-phase approach to processing anger and navigating the chaos of betrayal.

Wondering why betrayal hurts so deeply? This conversation explains why and offers compassion, clarity, and practical tools for moving forward.

👉 What betrayal feels hardest to heal from: emotional, sexual, or financial? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Check out Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck's Protocol :https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xnd6B_SJdpqTcg5zsZF_OLV502MHprmC/view?usp=drive_link and her website: https://crystalhollenbeck.com/

Woman Wants to Have Sex, Sex Addict Husband Won't!

In this episode of Conversations on Sex Addiction and Relationships: Partner Wants to Have Sex and Sex Addict Doesn't

We explore the painful dynamics of betrayal trauma, intimacy anorexia, avoidance, childhood wounds, entitlement, and fear that often lie at the heart of these behaviors.

👉 Whether you are navigating betrayal, supporting someone in recovery, or simply curious about intimacy dynamics, this discussion provides valuable insights into the complexity of sex addiction, emotional avoidance, and relationship repair.

Have a question for the team? Email: conversations.sar@gmail.com

Healing After Sex Addiction Betrayal: Navigating Sex Addiction in Relationships - Mail Bag

In this episode, we explore the complex impact of sex addiction on relationships, focusing on the grief, loss, and emotional struggles faced by betrayed partners. Unlike addictions to substances like alcohol or drugs, sexual betrayal carries unique challenges, affecting both the addict and their partner on deeply personal levels.

We discuss:

Understanding the addict’s unconscious drives and needs

The partner’s journey through grief, anger, and healing

How empathy and deconstructing behavior can aid recovery

Resources like Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) and sexual anorexia support groups

The delicate process of navigating emotional and sexual boundaries in a relationship

If you or someone you know is dealing with betrayal trauma, sex addiction, or sexual anorexia, this discussion offers guidance, resources, and insights to begin the healing process.

💬 Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below — your story may help someone else on their healing journey.

Why Some Sex Addicts Withhold Sex: Understanding Intimacy Anorexia & Betrayal in Marriage

In this episode, we dive into a listener question about a sex addict who withholds intimacy while engaging sexually with others. Many partners struggle with betrayal, confusion, and grief when their spouse avoids connection at home but seeks it elsewhere.

We explore the concept of intimacy anorexia, why addicts withdraw sexually, and what it might mean for the future of a marriage. Our discussion covers:

Recognizing patterns of sexual avoidance and betrayal

Understanding the emotional impact on the betrayed partner

How to approach healing and communication in complex relationships

The psychology behind why some partners “play married” instead of fully engaging

If you’ve ever felt sexless in your marriage, betrayed, or just confused about your partner’s behavior, this conversation is for you.

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Why People Seek Emotional Validation Outside Their Relationships | Understanding Fear & Avoidance Pattern

In this episode, the Conversations team explore why some individuals seek emotional or physical validation outside their intimate relationships. Often, it’s not about sex but about fear, trauma, or unmet emotional needs in the primary relationship. They discuss how past experiences, including childhood trauma and early relationship patterns, can create unconscious behaviors that affect trust and intimacy in adult relationships.

Viewers will learn about:

How fear and avoidance shape relationship behaviors

The role of childhood experiences in adult connection patterns

Emotional vs. physical fulfillment in relationships

Common patterns when relationships become more intimate or face life transitions, like having a first child

Understanding these patterns can help individuals navigate relationships more consciously, foster deeper connections, and address unresolved fears and trauma.

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Betrayal Trauma from Cheating: Why “Just Move On” Hurts Healing

What happens when a betrayed partner feels invalidated, not only by the one who hurt them, but also by a professional who should be offering support?

In this conversation, experts discuss how the way a question is worded can shift the entire meaning, and how outdated therapeutic approaches may unintentionally cause harm.

The discussion also highlights the painful reality for betrayed partners who often feel they must advocate for themselves—not just in the relationship, but even with the therapist.

Key insights covered in this video:
- Why wording and energy behind questions matter in recovery discussions
- How betrayal trauma can be dismissed or minimized by outdated advice
- The impact of therapists who are not trained in betrayal trauma modalities
- Why betrayed partners often feel forced to advocate for themselves
- How accountability, empathy, and updated research can change the healing process

Healing from betrayal and addiction recovery requires more than surface-level advice. Both individuals deserve accurate support, empathy, and a pathway to rebuilding trust.

Watch now to learn how professionals, partners, and those in recovery can work toward healthier, research-backed healing.


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