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Identifying and Treating Betrayal Trauma, Infidelity, and Problematic Sexual Behaviors, Section 4 of 4

CE Hours 3

About this course

Section 4 is the final section of Identifying and Treating Betrayal Trauma, Infidelity, and Problematic Sexual Behaviors. In this section, we focus on the essential elements of late recovery, including empathy, healthy sexuality, and the healing of sexual trauma. Together, we’ll explore how to redefine language, create emotional and physical safety, and rebuild intimacy within the context of a healthy and respectful partnership. This section highlights the importance of self-exploration and self-image, as well as how boundaries, trust, and connection are foundational to fostering healthy sexual dynamics. You’ll also learn practical tools and frameworks to guide your clients through these complex yet transformative processes. If you have any questions, please reach out for support.

Learning Objectives

  • Define betrayal through the lens of relational contracts, and illustrate how violations of explicit and implicit agreements impact trust and attachment.
  • Select and implement at least two clinical tools or strategies designed to help clients begin rebuilding trust in relationships following betrayal.
  • Identify and apply specific steps to connect individual healing work with relational recovery for both betrayers and partners across all phases of the recovery process.
  • Explain and integrate core components of healthy sexuality into the therapeutic process for clients recovering from Problematic Sexual Behavior (PSB) and Betrayal Trauma (BT).

Course Instructor(s)

  • Laney Knowlton, PhD, LMFT-S, CST, CSAT-S, CCPS, CPTT-S, CCRDS-S, CCBRT, RAE)

    Laney Knowlton, PhD, LMFT-S, CST, CSAT-S, CCPS, CPTT-S, CCRDS-S, CCBRT, RAE, has worked in the mental health field since 2009, specializing in PSB and Betrayal Trauma. She has a Ph.D. in Clinical Sexology. Her therapeutic work includes individual, couple, and group counseling, along with intensive work and therapeutic workshops, with individuals and couples struggling with PSB and/or betrayal trauma. She has presented at multiple professional conferences ranging from local to international levels, including ACA, AAMFT, SASH, IITAP, and TAMFT, and regularly guest lectures at various universities.

    She created the Connected Recovery™ model of therapy, which walks individuals and relationships through recovering from betrayal trauma, connecting the fields of Problematic Sexual Behaviors (PSB) up to and including Sex/Love Addiction, Betrayal Trauma, relational counseling through an Emotionally-Focused Therapy lens, and Sex Therapy. She has published four books on her model, including a full-length book that walks through discovering truth and creating emotional safety for yourself and within your relationships, and three books centered on disclosing PSB within relationships. She volunteered with law enforcement for six years, initially with the Dallas Prostitute Diversion Initiative, then as a presenter at the Dallas John School. She currently owns and runs the Connected Recovery™ certification program, co-owns NorthStar Relational Consulting, and owns a private practice (Knowlton Counseling) in Highland Village, TX.

Disclosure

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References

  • Bartholomew, K., & Horowitz, L. M. (1991). Attachment styles among young adults: A test of a four-category model. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 61(2), 226–244. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.61.2.226
  • Basson, R. (2000). “The Female Sexual Response: A Different Model.” Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy, 26(1), 51–65. https://doi.org/10.1080/009262300278641
  • Caudill, J., & Drake, D. (2020). Full disclosure: Seeking truth after sexual betrayal. Volume 1: How disclosure can help you heal. Kintsugi Recovery Partners.
  • GlittersaurusRex, T. (2021). Featured in Johnson, J., & Noire, K. (2021). Trauma, drama, and kink [Live Workshop]. Modern Sex Therapy Institutes.
  • Goerlich, S. (2023). With sprinkles on top: Everything vanilla people and their kinky partners need to know to communicate, explore, and connect. Sounds True.
  • Johnson, S. M. (2004). The practice of emotionally focused couple therapy: Creating connection (2nd ed.). Brunner-Routledge.
  • Johnson, S. M. (2008). Hold me tight: Seven conversations for a lifetime of love. Little, Brown.
  • Johnson, S. M. (2009). Attachment theory and emotionally focused therapy for individuals and couples: Bridging science and practice. Personality and Social Psychology Review, 13(2), 146–150. https://doi.org/10.1177/1088868309346953
  • Levine, D. (2022). Neuroscience of emotion, cognition, and decision making: A review. ESMED Medical Review Archives, 10(3), 125–134. https://esmed.org/MRA/mra/article/download/2869/193546185
  • Nagoski, E. (2021). Come as you are: Revised and updated: The surprising new science that will transform your sex life. Simon & Schuster.
  • Pietrzykowski, T., & Smilowska, K. (2021). The reality of informed consent: Empirical studies on patient comprehension – Systematic review. Trials, 22(1), 57. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-020-04969-w
  • Hollenbeck, C., & Steffens, B. (2024). Betrayal trauma anger: Clinical implications for therapeutic treatment based on the sexually betrayed partner’s experience related to anger after intimate betrayal. Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy, 50(4), 456-467. https://doi.org/10.1080/0092623X.2024.2306940
  • Barraca, J., & Polanski, T. X. (2021). Infidelity treatment from an integrative behavioral couple therapy perspective: Explanatory model and intervention strategies. Journal of marital and family therapy, 47(4), 909-924.

CE Process Info

Content

  • Section 4
    1 parts
    • The Connected Recovery™ Model, Section 4 of 4
  • Downloads
    16 parts
    • Relational Currency
    • Levels of Physical Connection
    • Arousal Non-Concordance
    • Sexual Abuse in Relationships Definition
    • Sexual Abuse Definition
    • Phase 3 Restore
    • Steps to Empathy
    • Communication- Call and Respond
    • Check-Ins
    • Relationship Levels
    • Connective Awareness
    • Attachment Styles
    • Balanced Connection Pendulum
    • Balanced Connection Continuum
    • Phase 2 Reconnect
    • Check-In Worksheet

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  • Course Completion
    To complete the course, review the course objectives, then watch the video power point presentations following along with the corresponding pdf, and lastly complete an evaluation. Your certificate will be available to download immediately when you complete the evaluation. Note that you can not continue in the course until you complete the previous section.
  • Target Audience
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