Dr. Doug Weiss and Carla Shellis discuss the disclosure process after infidelity, pornography addiction, or sex addiction has been discovered in a relationship. They explain why verifiable disclosure, proper support, and the right kind of safety are essential for rebuilding trust and beginning the healing process.
After betrayal, it’s crucial that betrayed partners focus on facts rather than graphic details during disclosure. While they may want to know everything, all those extra details can create lasting emotional triggers and deepen betrayal trauma. He also explains how tools like polygraphs can help verify the truth and give the partner peace of mind during recovery.
This discussion also addresses the deep need for emotional safety after betrayal. Many spouses try to regain control to avoid being hurt again, but true healing comes through learning how to process emotions and having a healthy support system that is committed to their recovery and restoration.
If you or your spouse are struggling after infidelity, pornography addiction, or sex addiction, call Heart to Heart Counseling Center at 719-278-3708 and make an appointment with a certified therapist in this area. For accelerated recovery, book a 3-Day or 5-Day Intensive to get a lot of specialized help in a short amount of time.
Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/vM8oL_Kvw00
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Visit our Partner Betrayal Trauma website for more resources on this topic: https://partnerbetrayaltrauma.org/
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The Disclosure Process After Infidelity & Sex Addiction Explained
Posted on 05/26/2026