Divorce and Infidelity

The end of a relationship, whether through divorce or the rupture of trust caused by infidelity, can shake the foundation of one’s life. Identity, security, and future are all jeopardized. It’s a deeply personal experience that often brings pain, confusion, and emotional upheaval. At Same Time Next Week, we provide compassionate, evidence-based support for individuals and couples navigating the complex terrain of relationship loss and betrayal.

Divorce can have a profound impact on mental health and reach into every corner of a person’s life. Emotional, psychological, physical, and social aspects are all affected. Whether the decision was mutual or one-sided, divorce often brings a flood of emotions such as grief, anger, sadness, anxiety, and even guilt. For many, it may feel like a personal failure or a loss of identity. The restructuring of daily routines, shared finances, living arrangements, and co-parenting responsibilities adds to the emotional burden.

This life transition may also come with isolation. Friends and family may take sides or withdraw. Parental roles often shift. This leaves individuals to reimagine who they are and how they relate to their children. Financial strain is another common layer that can exacerbate stress, depression, or anxiety.

And yet, divorce can also be a moment of transformation. It can spark self-reflection, resilience, and personal growth. In therapy, we help you acknowledge what’s been lost, process what has changed, and identify what is still possible. This is not just about surviving. It’s about slowly, gently beginning again.

Infidelity can feel like a fire has ripped through the home you thought you built together. It’s sudden, destructive, and disorienting. For the person who was betrayed, it often triggers shock, devastation, and a deep questioning of reality.

The breach of trust can lead to numerous negative emotions. Anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and an overwhelming sense of loss can be experienced. You may wonder if you missed the signs, blame yourself, or feel broken beyond repair.

For the person who cheated, there may be guilt, shame, confusion, or even unexpected grief. You may regret the harm caused but feel unsure how to make it right. You may also be wrestling with unmet needs, past wounds, or internal conflicts that led to the rupture. Therapy can help you explore those layers with honesty and accountability, not to excuse, but to understand and grow.

When couples choose to repair after infidelity, it becomes delicate and intentional work. Rebuilding trust is possible. However, it takes time, transparency, and mutual effort. The relationship may not return to what it was, but that doesn’t mean it can’t become something new. This is the garden after a frost: not everything survives. Some things wilt or die. But with care, new growth is still possible. Infidelity may mark an end, but not necessarily the end.

In therapy, we offer a nonjudgmental space to:

Process grief and betrayal
Explore the dynamics that contributed to the rupture
Rebuild trust through open communication.
Decide whether repair, closure, or separation is the best path forward.

No matter your role in the story, we are here to support your healing. Whether you were betrayed, you broke the trust, or you're unsure where you stand, we can meet you where you are. We believe that the pain of infidelity and divorce deserves to be witnessed, not rushed. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to go through it alone. This journey is yours. We're here as steady hands and open hearts.

When you are ready to address your concerns related to these and many other related mental health issues, please contact the counselors at Same Time Next Week? Counseling & Consultation, PLLC. We have counselors with immediate openings and are ready to help.