About Begin Together: For Couples Healing From Infidelity
If you have experienced trauma from sexual betrayal, you're in the right place. If you have been the betraying partner and you're ready to change, you're in the right place. This podcast is for couples who are on the road to healing from infidelity, Deceptive Sexuality Trauma and compulsive or entitled sexual behaviors.
What Does Real Change Look Like after Betrayal? With Kristina Clawson
Repair Check in By Kristina Clawson (https://stan.store/Inrepaircollective?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio)For a Consultation Call with Kristina (https://www.inrepaircollective.com/)90-day Women's Program with Jenae: Blooming Beyond Betrayal (https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/beyondbetrayal)For Nevada Clients Interested in Therapy (https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org)Thank you so much to Kristina Clawson for having this conversation around change, healing, what works and what doesn't in therapy and so much more! Wherever you are in your journey, I hope this episode is helpful!
27 Aug 2026
Integrity Abuse: Naming without Shaming with Chris Jones
Chris and I talked all things Deceptive Sexuality Trauma including: Understanding the Basement Integrity abuse Naming abuse without shaming The difference between shame and accountability What happens when the reality in the basement meets the reality upstairs The question so many betrayed partners are left with: Was any of it real? I'm so grateful for Chris taking the time today. It was a privilege to sit down and have this conversation. If you'd like to follow his podcast From Harm to Healing (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-harm-to-healing/id1823419361)Here is his website: https://chrisjonestherapy.co.uk/ (https://chrisjonestherapy.co.uk/)If you are a woman who is hearing these episodes and these conversations are resonating with you, I'd love for you to consider my group program: Blooming Beyond Betrayal. (https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/beyondbetrayal) This space is specifically for betrayed partners.
Boundaries Workbook (https://stan.store/Couchtalkers/p/boundaries-beyond-betrayal-workbook-copy)Blooming Beyond Betrayal Coaching Program (https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/beyondbetrayal)
12 Aug 2026
Can Someone Learn Empathy?
The question so many betrayed partners ask: Can he learn empathy? Let's dive in!Blooming Beyond Betrayal: https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/beyondbetrayalDr. Skinner Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBPmZJEsaAA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBPmZJEsaAA)
The podcast episode explores the concepts of willingness and willfulness in the context of healing from deceptive sexuality trauma. It delves into the desire to heal, the grind of behavioral change, the path of willingness, the challenge of choice, and the relationship between willingness and ability. Key takeaways include the distinction between willingness and willfulness, as well as the understanding that learning and change take time.
www.DesertBloomRecovery.org (http://www.DesertBloomRecovery.org)www.DesertBloomRecovery.org/CouplesCoaching (http://www.DesertBloomRecovery.org/CouplesCoaching)https://www.amazon.com/Full-Disclosure-Share-Sexual-Betrayal/dp/1095277669 (https://www.amazon.com/Full-Disclosure-Share-Sexual-Betrayal/dp/1095277669)The conversation delves into the concept of formal disclosure in the context of healing from infidelity. It explores the differences between Discovery Day and Disclosure, emphasizes the importance of timely and thorough disclosure, discusses challenges and misconceptions in the process.TakeawaysFormal disclosure is a crucial step in the healing process after infidelity.The process of formal disclosure requires thorough preparation and support for both partners.
14 Apr 2026
(Part 2) Unpacking Dr. Omar Minwalla's White Paper: Ten Steps to Building a Secret Sexual Basement
Understanding Nervous System Regulation After Deceptive Sexuality Trauma
https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching (https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching)https://minwallamodel.com/ (https://minwallamodel.com/)In this episode, Jenae delves into the impact of trauma from sexual betrayal on the nervous system, exploring the Polyvagal Theory and practical tools for self-regulation and healing. It provides insights into understanding the body's response to trauma and offers actionable strategies for nervous system regulation and healing.TakeawaysUnderstanding the impact of trauma on the nervous systemPractical tools for regulating the nervous systemChapters00:00 Impact of Trauma on the Nervous System10:12 Polyvagal Theory and Nervous System Regulation20:23 Self-Regulation and Healing30:19 Practical Tools for Nervous System Regulation
27 Feb 2026
Understanding Your Emotions
Resources: www.DesertBloomRecovery.org/couplescoaching (http://www.DesertBloomRecovery.org/couplescoaching)The podcast episode delves into the importance of understanding and processing emotions. It specifically addresses emotions in the context of relational betrayal and infidelity. It emphasizes the purpose of emotions, the need for emotional safety, and responding effectively to emotional pain. The episode also highlights the significance of emotional wounds, gentleness in recovery, and the support needed for the betrayed partner.TakeawaysUnderstanding emotions is critical for healing from infidelityEmotions are not the enemy and should be honored and processedFeel it to heal it and name it to tame it
20 Feb 2026
Understanding Your Defenses
After the Affair: For Couples https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching (https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching)The podcast episode delves into the topics of defenses after infidelity, emotional responses, the differentiation between guilt and shame, and the importance of taking accountability and practicing change. It emphasizes the impact of emotionally heavy words and strong emotions on defense systems, the role of guilt as a gift for positive change, and the significance of accountability in personal growth and relationship healing.TakeawaysDefense systems are activated by emotionsAccountability involves taking actionGuilt is a gift that allows us to be better and different, while shame hinders accountability.Chapters00:00 Understanding Defense Systems and Emotional Responses07:11 Differentiating Between Guilt and Shame15:57 Taking Accountability and Practicing Change
17 Feb 2026
Understanding the Basement
The podcast episode introduces the concept of healing from infidelity and deceptive sexuality trauma. It explores the metaphor of the 'Secret Sexual Basement' and its impact on both partners. The episode emphasizes the importance of accurate naming and treatment, as well as the hope for healing and recovery.TakeawaysDeceptive Sexuality TraumaThe Secret Sexual BasementChapters00:00 Introduction to Healing from Infidelity07:02 The Impact of Discovery on Both Partners13:44 The Importance of Accurate Naming and Treatment20:26 Hope for Healing and RecoveryResources for Couples: https://minwallamodel.com/ (https://minwallamodel.com/)https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching (https://www.desertbloomrecovery.org/couplescoaching)
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