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Rise: Hope and Healing Podcast

Dr. Kevin Skinner
Betrayal Trauma
Boundaries
Trust
Attachment Theory
Sexual Betrayal
Grief
Trauma
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Group Therapy
Therapy
PTSD
Relationships
Triggers
Healing
Gaslighting
Group Support
Trauma Recovery
Grief After Betrayal
Early Recovery Couples Empathy Model
Financial Infidelity

Rise is a podcast for anyone navigating the devastating impact of sexual betrayal. Season one, hosted by Dr. Kevin Skinner, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, and Certified Partner Trauma Therapist, alongside MaryAnn Michaelis, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and Certified Partner Trauma Therapist, brings together over 5... more

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After sexual betrayal, one of the most painful questions can become: Should I stay, or should I leave?

What if there is no obvious right answer?

And when divorce enters the conversation, the decision can feel overwhelming. Children, finances, famil... more

Can trust really be rebuilt after sexual betrayal?

When you've been betrayed, everyone seems to have an opinion. Some people tell you to leave immediately. Others encourage you to forgive and move on. But the question that often gets overlooked is t... more

The Battle of Finding Yourself After Betrayal: Why Healing Isn't Always About Leaving

How do you know when it's time to leave a relationship after sexual betrayal? It may seem like the most important question—but what if it's not the first one you n... more

Considering Leaving a Relationship After Sexual Betrayal? How to Decide

One of the most painful questions after discovering sexual betrayal is:

"Do I stay, or is it time to leave?"

If you're considering ending your relationship after infidelity, p... more

Can a relationship truly heal after sexual betrayal?

After nearly 20 years of helping couples recover from betrayal trauma, renowned therapist, author, and creator of the Early Recovery Couples Empathy Model (ERCEM), Carol Juergensen Sheets, LCSW, C... more

When betrayal shatters your reality, it's natural to look outward for safety. But safety can be difficult to find when you feel disconnected from yourself, questioning your instincts, doubting your reality, and struggling to regulate overwhelming emo... more

How do you know when you are ready for couples therapy after betrayal? An Attachment-Based Conversation with Dan Oakes

Healing after betrayal isn't simply about stopping unwanted behaviors—it's about rebuilding safety, restoring attachment, and learn... more

Financial infidelity is a hidden but powerful dimension of betrayal that can significantly intensify the emotional, relational, and financial impact of sexual betrayal. Drawing on her unique background in both Wall Street finance and clinical therapy... more

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Recent Guests

Karen Strange
Clinical psychologist and betrayal trauma expert
Episode: The Battle of Finding Yourself After Betrayal: Why Healing Is Not Always About Leaving with Dr. Karen Strange (Rise 2:29)
Carol Juergensen Sheets
Betrayal trauma expert, author, and educator
Sex Help with Carol the Coach / Help Them Heal
Episode: Healing from Sexual Betrayal: 20 Years of Lessons on Trauma, Grief & Couples Recovery with Carol Juergensen Sheets (Rise Season 2: Episode 27)
Dallin Brunn
Mindfulness expert; practitioner sharing mindfulness-based approaches for trauma and betrayal recovery
Atto Recovery (mentioned as workplace) / mindfulness educator
Episode: Healing After Betrayal From Within: A Mindfulness Approach With Dallin Brunn, MBSR (Rise Season 2, Episode 26)
Dan Oakes
Licensed professional counselor, CSAT, clinically certified sex offender therapist
Arizona Family Institute, Mesa, Arizona
Episode: How Do You Know When You're Ready For Couples Therapy After Betrayal? An Attachment-Based Conversation with Dan Oakes (Rise 2:25)
Debra Kaplan
Author, speaker, licensed therapist specializing in sexual addiction, financial infidelity, and betrayal trauma
Therapist and author
Episode: Just When I Thought It Couldn’t Get Worse: Debra Kaplan and The Hidden Relationship Between Financial Infidelity and Sexual Betrayal | Rise Season 2, Episode 24
Michelle Mays
Author, creator and pioneer in betrayal trauma therapy
Relational Recovery Institute / michellemays.com
Episode: Braving with Michelle Mays: Attachment, Identity, Belonging, Self-Trust, and the Betrayal Bind | Rise Season 2, Episode 23
Kris Cristiano
Trauma recovery expert featured in the episode
Independent/Trauma Recovery Practitioner
Episode: Finding Yourself After Betrayal: Identity and the 8 C’s of Self with Kris Cristiano (Rise Season 2, Episode 19)
Rhyll Croshaw
Founder/leader connected to SA Lifeline Foundation, author, recovery advocate
SA Lifeline Foundation
Episode: You Are Not Your Partner's Mother, Sponsor, or Dumping Ground: Boundaries and Trusting Your Gut with Rhyll Croshaw (Rise Season 2, Episode 17)
Dr. Skinner
Dr. Skinner, a betrayal trauma expert, joining as a guest to discuss boundaries and safety
Episode: Holding Boundaries Through Discomfort: Emotions, Pushback and Staying Grounded with Dr. Skinner (Rise Season 2, Episode 16)

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MaryAnn Michaelis
Host of Rise: Hope and Healing Podcast; Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Certified Sex Addiction Therapist; Certified Partner Trauma Therapist

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Your Not Crazy: How Sexual Betrayal Triggers PTSD Symptoms (Season 1: Episode #2)
Q: What is the purpose of the five PTSD criteria in this context?
The five criteria help identify the specific symptoms betrayed partners may be experiencing, guide grounding and coping strategies, and inform when to seek specialized therapy that recognizes betrayal trauma as a form of trauma.
Your Not Crazy: How Sexual Betrayal Triggers PTSD Symptoms (Season 1: Episode #2)
Q: Why is PTSD a relevant lens for understanding betrayal trauma?
PTSD provides a framework to name and validate the traumatic responses betrayed partners experience, such as intrusive thoughts, hypervigilance, and nightmares, which helps both survivors and clinicians direct effective treatment.
”Are You There for Me?” Understanding the Role of Attachment in Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal with Dr. Kevin Skinner (Season 2, Episode 4)
Q: So when I say trust or rebuilding trust after betrayal, Dr. Skinner, I'm wondering what comes up for you first?
Dr. Skinner explains that trust is multifaceted and evolves with life experience; he emphasizes that safety and attachment are ongoing considerations and that repair is possible through self-trust, predictable support, and honest communication.
Loss Before Grief: Rebuilding After Betrayal with Dr. Kevin Skinner (Rise Season 2, Episode 7)
Q: What would you say to someone who is in the early stages of betrayal grief and feels overwhelmed by uncertainty?
Acknowledge the uncertainty as part of the grief journey, validate the feelings, begin naming what is being lost, and engage in concrete tasks like creating a trauma narrative and seeking supportive communities to move toward acceptance and rebuilding.
Loss Before Grief: Rebuilding After Betrayal with Dr. Kevin Skinner (Rise Season 2, Episode 7)
Q: Welcome back with first thoughts when we talk about grief, what comes to mind for you?
Grief from betrayal is a real, evolving process that includes shock, loss of identity, and a redefinition of self found through language, supportive relationships, and gradual acceptance that leads to a more resilient sense of self.

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This show centers on betrayal trauma recovery, offering a blend of clinical guidance, practical tools, and survivor stories. Episodes commonly cover topics like boundaries, safety planning, attachment and trauma theories, group and individual therapy approaches, and how financial or sexual betrayal impacts relationships. A recurring strength is translating complex therapy concepts into actionable steps—such as grounding techniques, boundary setting, and gradual rebuilding of trust—paired with personal anecdotes that underscore hope and real-world progress over time. Notably, the conversations frequently emphasize partner trauma, accountability, and the experience of healing within couples and communities, making it a likely go-to for betray... more

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2. Carol Juergensen Sheets
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4. Dan Oakes
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