Professional training for relationship therapists.

Infidelity and Betrayal in Committed Relationships: Understanding, Healing, and Rebuilding

Live and Interactive via ZOOM | 2-Day Training

The disclosure of infidelity and betrayal is one of the most devastating and painful experiences a couple can face. It is also among the most complex and challenging issues encountered in therapy.

This engaging two-day online training will delve into the theory behind infidelity and its causes, explore the symptoms and relational impacts of betrayal and loss of trust, introduce models of treatment, and provide a wide range of intervention strategies to help couples repair, rejuvenate, and rebuild their relationships.

Key challenges addressed in treatment include:
• How much detail should be disclosed—and why
• Rebuilding trust after it has been shattered
• Managing hypervigilance, hyperarousal, and anxiety
• Developing emotional attunement and empathy between partners

Learning Objectives – Participants will:

1. Understand the theory and root causes of betrayal in committed relationships
2. Identify key considerations and common pitfalls in the treatment of infidelity
3. Clarify the roles of confidentiality and transparency in couples therapy
4. Gain practical skills in using couples dialogue and emotional processing techniques to support healing
5. Learn the stages of the betrayal recovery model
6. Build competence in delivering effective interventions that restore trust and commitment

Please note: This workshop is not the required Treating Affairs and Trauma training needed to progress through the Gottman Certification Track.

Prerequisite: Completion of Gottman Level 1 Training (minimum)

Format: Live and interactive via Zoom
Facilitators: Trish Purnell-Webb & John Flanagan
Both Trish and John are Certified Gottman Therapists, Advanced Clinical Trainers, and Consultants for the Gottman Institute, with additional advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples.

CPD: Eligible for 12 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Participants will receive a downloadable workbook and Zoom access details in the week leading up to the event.

For more information, contact Kylie-Jo at: kylie@relationshipinstitute.com.au