Sexual Betrayal

Sexual Betrayal

Crossroads with Jenny Bushkell

Dr. Sheri Keffer is back with an interview on overcoming sexual betrayal. Dr. Sheri and Jenny share some of their own stories of betrayal.

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44:198 Oct 2019

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Healing from Sexual Betrayal: Finding Hope and Redemption

Episode Overview

  • Sexual betrayal is more common than we realise, often exacerbated by the internet.
  • Betrayal trauma can lead to PTSD-like symptoms, affecting mental health.
  • Gaslighting is a manipulative tactic that causes victims to doubt their reality.
  • Healing requires community support, professional help, and self-care.
  • Forgiveness can lead to personal growth and peace, even if relationships don't survive.
"It's not about you. It's about what's happened to you."

Ever wondered what it takes to heal from the deep wounds of sexual betrayal? This episode of Crossroads with Jenny Bushkell is a must-listen for anyone grappling with the fallout of such personal betrayals. Dr. Sheri Keffer, a certified clinical partner specialist and sex addiction therapist, joins Jenny to share her expertise and personal experiences with overcoming sexual betrayal. Dr.

Keffer discusses the shocking prevalence of betrayal in relationships today, likening it to an unwelcome guest that's become as common as a Keurig in the kitchen. The conversation is raw and honest, as both Jenny and Dr. Keffer recount their own journeys through betrayal, shedding light on the emotional chaos it brings. They delve into the concept of 'intimate deception'—where trust is shattered by deliberate acts of disloyalty—and the resulting trauma that can lead to PTSD-like symptoms.

The episode also explores the damaging effects of gaslighting, a manipulative tactic often used by betrayers to make victims doubt their reality. Dr. Keffer emphasizes the importance of healing through community support, professional help, and self-care. She introduces her concept of the '180-degree turnaround' to help individuals transform negative beliefs about themselves into truths that empower healing.

The episode concludes with a hopeful message: while some marriages may not survive betrayal, individuals can find redemption and peace by embracing forgiveness and focusing on personal growth. If you're ready to face the truth and start healing, this episode offers invaluable guidance and reassurance that you're not alone in your journey.

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