Betrayal Trauma Recovery

Abusers are enabled, as these myths are embedded into the population: therapists, clergy, friends, family, and neighbors, and random people on the internet, like a recent Betrayal Trauma Recovery Podcast reviewer who left a comment riddled with the 7 Toxic Myths about Emotional Abuse. If you need support from coaches who really understand abuse, check out our Daily Group Session Schedule . 7 Toxic...

Divorcing a narcissist is a nightmare. Anne Blythe, M.Ed. continues her heartfelt conversation with June from the BTR Community one year after she shared the first part of her story. Here the next chapter of her journey divorcing a narcissist. If you need support while experiencing narcissistic abuse, learn about BTR Group Sessions here . This episode follows June’s Story: Part 1: He Blamed...

It’s common for victims of emotional abuse to say, “He blamed me for the emotional abuse.” If this has happened to you, here’s what you need to know. To see if you’re experiencing any one of the 19 types of emotional abuse, take our free emotional abuse quiz . If you need help, the safety strategies in The Betrayal Trauma Recovery Living Free Workshop can help you pro...

Women often ask, “how do you live with a husband you don’t trust?” If you’ve discovered something about your husband that made you question if you could live with him, he’s likely using at least one of the 19 different types of emotional abuse. To find out, take our free emotional abuse quiz . Did His Manipulation and Lies Break Your Trust? Most women who can’t...

A narcissistic husband can make marriage a nightmare. Below you’ll find expert advice for women married to a narcissistic man. If you need support dealing with your narcissistic husband, check out our daily online narcissistic abuse support group. Why Dealing With a Narcissistic Husband Feels So Hard A narcissistic husband doesn’t just behave selfishly. He often: Rewrites events to avoid res...

“My husband says I’m the problem, so I went to therapy for years. But things are still bad.” J.R. spent nearly a decade trying to improve herself so her marriage would improve. She didn’t realize she was never the problem in her marriage. To know if you’re the problem, take our free emotional abuse quiz to see if you’re experiencing any of the 19 types of emotio...

Are you wondering how to leave a toxic relationship when you have kids…maybe even part of you is still hoping things will change…for the kids’ sake. That makes sense. In fact, here’s the five stages most women go through when thinking about leaving a toxic man. THE 5 STAGES OF How to Leave a Toxic Relationship 1. Things Get So Bad That You Wonder If There’s Something Better Somet...

As Diane shares her devastating story of surviving narcissistic abuse. She empowers women to become educated about abuse and trauma and start seeking safety. If you need support check out our Group Support Schedule. He just became increasingly mean to me, to the point where I thought something was seriously wrong with me. I started going to a therapist because I thought, ‘What is wrong with me? I...

Three factors determine how long does it take to heal from emotional abuse. If your husband betrayed you, here are the strategies to speed up the healing process so you can feel peace again. 1. Has His Emotional Abuse Stopped? The first factor that affects how long it will take to heal from emotional abuse is to ensure that the emotional abuse has stopped. Emotional abuse includes various behavior...

If you’re looking for the best betrayal trauma support group, here are five things to consider: 5 Characteristics of an Effective Betrayal Trauma Support Group 1. Can you get support quickly? And often? At Betrayal Trauma Recovery, we’ve all been through betrayal trauma and know how important it is to get the right support, right when you need it. That’s why Betrayal Trauma Suppo...

What is marital coercion? It can take many forms, but maybe the most common is when a husband uses pornography and hides it from his wife. Karen, a victim of betrayal trauma (and a therapist), joins Anne on the to explain why this is sexual coercion. To find out if he’s using any one of the 19 different types of emotional coercion in your marriage, take our free emotional abuse test . If you...

Whether it’s objectifying one human being through domestic abuse or many through trafficking, dehumanizing women is a despicable act. One of the types of exploitation is so common most people don’t know how harmful it is. Anne Basham, CEO of Anti-Trafficking International (ATI), joins Anne to dive deep into the correlations between pornography use, domestic abuse, and human trafficking...

If you’re wondering if you’re experiencing spiritual abuse, Sharon shares how her husband’s spiritual abuse affected her. Although spiritual abuse can be subtle, sometimes it can be extremely intense. If you’re wondering if you’re experiencing spiritual abuse, take our free quiz . Effects Of Spiritual Abuse Anne: I’ve invited Coach Sharon, part of our BTR coaching tea...

The picture book Trauma Mama Husband Drama is the best way to explain betrayal trauma to someone who doesn’t quite “get it”. If you’re feeling ignored, dismissed, and blamed for your husband’s infidelity, you’re not alone. Trauma Mama Husband Drama Is The Best Way To Explain Betrayal Trauma The term “betrayal trauma” is not knows or misunderstood in...

Are you losing sleep worrying, “How do narcissists treat their children after divorce?” Here’s 5 ways to protect your child from the toxic influence of a narcissistic father. To discover if your child is being abused by your narcissistic husband or ex, take our free emotional abuse test . 5 Ways To Help The Child Of A Narcissist: Learn why the narcissist does what he does. Invite...

Many women desperately want to know, “Can my husband change?” The short answer is yes. The long answer is, it’s extremely complicated. If you’re interested in observing from a place of emotional safety to see if this will happen, you’ll need strategies to keep you emotionally safe. If you need help understanding if your husband is changing, learn about Betrayal Trauma...

Like many women, Brandi found herself asking, “Is my husband emotionally abusive?” The ramifications of learning this can seem overwhelming. To find out if you’re experiencing any one of the 19 different types of emotional abuse, take our free emotional abuse test . 1. Your Husband Is Emotionally Abusive If He Lies Emotional abuse victims state that his constant lying is one of t...

If you’ve discovered your husband lies, you’re probably asking, “Is lying emotional abuse?” Is Lying Emotional Abuse? 3 Things 1. If His Lying Makes You Question Reality, It’s Not “Just Lying” If interactions with your husband leave you confused or second-guessing your memory, that’s not normal conflict. That’s your mind trying to make sense of two competing realities: what...

For decades, men who choose to engage in problematic sexual behaviors have been treated as “addicts” according to the traditional addiction model. Tragically, some professionals have labeled label victims of domestic abuse as co-addicts or codependents or told her that she can do something to “help” him. Here’s what you need to know before searching for a “CSAT...

Many women who’ve experienced their husband’s exploitation wonder how to prevent exploitation for all victims. The first step to understanding if your husband exploits you, is to know if he manipulates your emotions for his own gain. To discover if you’re experiencing any one of the 19 different types of emotional abuse, take our free emotional abuse test . If your husband exploi...

If men knew how deeply their actions affected victims, would they continue to lie and manipulate? Infidelity leaves lasting, painful trauma that can affect a victim’s life for years after the betrayal. If you need support check out The Betrayal Trauma Recovery Group Session Schedule . Transcript: How Does Infidelity Harm Victims? Hillevi was born in Valparaiso, Indiana. In 1993 she married h...

Are you considering trying to convince your husband to go to therapy? Or making a therapy appointment for your difficult husband? Is your husband’s therapist making things worse? Anne Blythe, M.Ed. covers the 5 things you need to consider before making a decision. If you need support, attend a Betrayal Trauma Recovery Group Session TODAY. Many professionals avoid using the word “abuse&...

Are you wondering, “Is my husband holding me back?” Understanding the signs that your husband may be sabotaging your personal progress is crucial in taking steps toward a healthier, happier life. Sarah, used the The Betrayal Trauma Recovery Workshop to determine exactly what was going on and how to overcome the ways her husband was undermining her. In this episode, Sarah talks about ov...

Fighting a narcissist for custody is usually a complex, painful, and grueling process that can take years. Tina Swithin joins Anne to educate and empower victims as they fight for their children in and out of court. If you need support, learn about our Betrayal Trauma Recovery Group Sessions . #Intimidation And More Abuse In A Custody Battle With A Narcissist A Custody Battle With A Narcissist Whe...

12 step for wives of addicts is commonly suggested to women who experience intimate betrayal. Michelle and Kate, members of the Betrayal Trauma Recovery Community, join Anne to talk about how 12 Step can harm victims. If you need support after you discover your husband’s betrayal, check out our daily online Group Sessions. 12 Step Utilizes The Codependency Model (Hint – The Codependenc...