Healing From Betrayal: Addiction, Recovery, And Rebuilding Intimacy

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Today's episode is being recorded in-person, here in Savannah, Georgia! 

After a drive across town, I got to meet up with intimacy and addiction recovery expert Andrea Epting to discuss the deep impact of betrayal, behavioral addiction, and the journey toward healing. We dive into the emotional and psychological toll of intimacy betrayal, exploring how cheating, lying, and addictions—whether pornography, gambling, substance abuse, or disordered eating—can devastate relationships and personal well-being. Andrea shares her professional insights into the recovery process, the role of therapy, and the importance of recognizing and addressing trauma in order to rebuild trust and emotional connection.

Together, we examine the complex dynamics of betrayal trauma, the effects of addiction on intimacy, and the emotional battles faced by both partners in the aftermath of broken trust. Ms. Epting offers valuable strategies for recovery, including the formal disclosure process, therapeutic separation, and the role of self-reflection in breaking unhealthy cycles. She also highlights her nonprofit, Heads Up Guidance Services (HUGS), which provides affordable mental health resources to those in need.

https://www.headsupsavannah.org/

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