Healing from Betrayal, Infidelity, and Problematic Sexual Behaviors (4 CE Hours)

Description:

This presentation provides an introduction to identifying and treating Problematic Sexual Behaviors (PSB), betrayal, and infidelity. These issues will be defined through the lens of personal values, belief systems, and relational contracts. Building on this foundation, participants will be introduced to the Connected Recovery® model—a comprehensive framework designed to support individuals and relationships impacted by PSB and betrayal, including clients across all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, and relational configurations. Integrating principles from Emotionally Focused Therapy, Sex Therapy, and trauma-informed care, the model connects the treatment of PSB and betrayal with relational healing. Connected Recovery® outlines a phased approach to recovery, including early, middle, and late recovery, each with specific concepts and tools that promote both individual and relational growth. Grounded in an attachment- and trauma-focused perspective, this sex-positive approach emphasizes reducing shame while fostering deeper connection to self and others.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

1. Describe Problematic Sexual Behaviors (PSB), betrayal, and infidelity through the lens of individual values, belief systems, and relational contracts.
2. Apply tools and strategies to help clients establish emotional safety following identification of PSB and betrayal.
3. Demonstrate ways to integrate relational components into treatment planning for individuals and relationships recovering from PSB and betrayal.
4. Incorporate sex-positive principles and practices to support the development of healthy sexuality in the recovery process.

Speaker Bio:

Dr. Laney Knowlton, LMFT-S

CST, CSAT-S, CPTT-S, CCPS, CCRDS-S, CCBRT, RAE

President, Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health (SASH)

Laney is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist supervisor in the state of Texas and licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in multiple additional states. She is the President of the Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health (SASH), an AASECT certified sex therapist, author, and public speaker. She has worked in the field of mental health since 2009, specializing in the treatment of Problematic Sexual Behaviors and Betrayal. She has a Ph.D. in Clinical Sexology from Modern Sex Therapy Institutes and a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. She has presented at multiple professional conferences ranging from local to international levels, including ACA, AAMFT, SASH, and the IITAP Symposium, and regularly guest lectures at various universities. She created the Connected Recovery® model of therapy, which uses Attachment Theory to walk individuals and relationships through recovering from betrayal and patterns of problematic behaviors, connecting the fields of the treatment of Problematic Sexual Behaviors (PSB) and Betrayal, relational counseling through an Emotionally-Focused Therapy lens, and Sex Therapy. She has published multiple books. She currently owns and runs the Connected Recovery® certification program, co-owns NorthStar Relational Consulting, and owns a private practice, Knowlton Counseling, based in Highland Village, TX.