ABSTRACT
An infidelity is one of the most painful things that can happen to a couple. As a result, the hurt partner needs to experience some acknowledgment from the unfaithful partner for the pain their choices caused. An effective acknowledgment includes taking ownership for harmful actions and deceitfulness. In many situations, it is difficult for the unfaithful partner to apologize or accept guilt for the choices they made. The unfaithful partner may feel bad for hurting their partner but not for the actual choice to have the affair. In this chapter, Angela Skurtu tries to help clinicians bridge the gap between partners struggling to accept each other’s choices. Angela Skurtu offers tips for helping the unfaithful partner validate their partner’s hurt while also helping the hurt partner acknowledge the steps it took to get to this place in their relationship.
