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Unpacking Compartmentalization and Infidelity

Infidelity and Compartmentalization

When I first started out as a psychologist three decades ago, few clients were entering therapy with a self-diagnosis. They knew something about their life wasn’t working, or they were emotionally distressed in some way, but I rarely, if ever, heard, “I have an avoidant attachment style I’d like to

RichardNicastro August 16, 2026August 16, 2026 Affair Recovery Read more

5 Barriers to Infidelity Healing

Infidelity Healing

If you’re on the journey of healing from infidelity, understanding why some people abandon the affair recovery process can be helpful. There are uniquely sensitive issues that arise after an intimate betrayal, and anticipating them or gaining more insight about them can allow you to make a more deeply informed

RichardNicastro July 29, 2026July 29, 2026 Affair Recovery Read more

Infidelity Trauma Rumination

Infidelity Trauma Recovery

“The period of time after I discovered my fiancé’s affair was brutal. One of the most challenging things I’ve ever experienced. And one of the biggest challenges within that was learning to deal with my own thoughts. I felt totally powerless to stop them, to even change them. My therapist

RichardNicastro July 5, 2026July 5, 2026 Affair Recovery Read more

Emotional Inheritance: The Legacy of Unspoken Family Stories

Emotional Inheritance: Family Secrets and Trauma

Most of us assume we’re moving through life fully guided by our goals, intentions, and conscious choices. Looking ahead, we imagine we’re steering toward a desired future. We realize things beyond our control may drag us off our intended path, but we still believe that general outcomes are solely shaped

RichardNicastro June 20, 2026June 20, 2026 Trauma and Abuse Read more

Male Betrayal Trauma After Infidelity

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“My wife cheated on me three years ago. It was the most humiliating thing that ever happened to me. While our marriage has improved since, I’m still too ashamed to tell my closest friends…” Undeniably, infidelity trauma inflicts profound pain on any individual, regardless of gender. And also, male betrayal

RichardNicastro May 23, 2026May 23, 2026 Affair Recovery, Men's Issues Read more
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Recent Blog Posts

  • Unpacking Compartmentalization and Infidelity
  • 5 Barriers to Infidelity Healing
  • Infidelity Trauma Rumination
  • Emotional Inheritance: The Legacy of Unspoken Family Stories
  • Male Betrayal Trauma After Infidelity

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