512-957-9785 | info@keelyrodrigueztherapy.com

info@keelyrodrigueztherapy.com | 512-957-9785
Book Consult

Betrayal Trauma Hurts-But You Don’t Have to Carry It Forever

You can heal, rebuild trust in yourself, and feel whole again—one step at a time.

Book A Free Consultation

Betrayal Trauma Feels Like Your World’s Been Flipped Upside Down

You Trusted Deeply—And Now Everything Feels Shattered

When someone you love betrays your trust—whether through lies, cheating, gaslighting, or secrecy—it doesn’t just break the relationship. It shakes your entire foundation. Suddenly, you're second-guessing everything: your partner, your relationship, even yourself.

It’s like your body is stuck in survival mode—heart racing, mind spinning, emotions all over the place. You might feel lost, disconnected, or unsure who you can trust anymore… including yourself.

Here’s the truth: betrayal is trauma. It’s not just something you "get over" quickly. The emotional fallout—flashbacks, feeling on edge, constant self-doubt—can leave you feeling like you’re drowning in pain, confusion, and fear.

But healing from betrayal isn’t about whether you stay in the relationship or walk away. It’s about healing your heart. It’s about rebuilding trust in yourself, finding solid ground again, and no longer letting the betrayal define you.

You don’t have to keep living in survival mode. You deserve to feel safe, steady, and strong—no matter what comes next.

Betrayal Cuts Deep—And It Leaves You Questioning Everything

When someone you trusted breaks that trust, it’s not just painful—it can leave you feeling completely unmoored. You might be feeling:

  • Waves of anger, shock, or deep sadness

  • Constantly questioning yourself—wondering if it’s somehow your fault

  • Mood swings you can’t seem to control

  • Struggling to trust anyone, even the people closest to you

  • Confused, stuck, and unsure how to move forward

  • Wanting to pull away and shut down emotionally

It’s normal to want to protect yourself after betrayal. To pull back, to question every relationship, even to question your own judgment.

Betrayal Can Leave You Feeling Out of Control—But Healing Is Possible

When trust is broken, it’s not uncommon to find yourself caught in patterns you don’t recognize—whether that’s spiraling thoughts, shutting down, lashing out, or feeling completely numb. Betrayal trauma can trigger everything from anxiety and depression to compulsive behaviors or emotional outbursts, all while you’re just trying to make sense of what happened.

Here’s the good news: You don’t have to navigate this alone.

Together, we’ll create a space where you can safely process the hurt and start finding steady ground again. Using proven approaches like EMDR, Brainspotting, and other trauma-informed therapies, we’ll focus on:

  • Helping you feel more grounded, calm, and in control

  • Rebuilding trust—not just in others, but in yourself

  • Shifting the negative thought patterns keeping you stuck

  • Getting better, more restful sleep so your mind and body can start to heal

  • Processing the betrayal without reliving it

  • Giving you practical tools to handle the tough moments when they come up

  • And most importantly, helping you move toward a future that feels hopeful, empowered, and yours again

Betrayal doesn’t get to define you. Healing is possible—and it starts right here.

Take the First Step Toward Healing

You don’t have to keep carrying the weight of betrayal alone. Let’s work together to help you heal, rebuild trust, and feel like yourself again. Ready to take the next step?

Book A Free Consultation