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Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships

Wendy Conquest, Dan Drake, Jeanne Vattuone, and Tim Stein invite guests to join an ongoing conversation about sex, addiction, and relationships. Wendy, Dan, Jeanne, and Tim are experts in the fields of sex addiction, betrayal trauma, and trauma resolution.

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37:50

Male Betrayal Trauma: Breaking the Silence with Adam...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/11/22

What happens when men are the ones betrayed by sex addiction?In today's episode, author and therapist Adam Nisenson joins the Dan Drake, Wendy Conquest, Tim Stein and Jeanne Vattoune to unpack a topic rarely discussed — male betrayal trauma. Through his book A Man’s Guide to Partner Betrayal, Adam gives voice to men who’ve been silenced, shamed, or overlooked in conversations about infidelity and healing. Together, the panel explores: - Why betrayal hits men differently and how society teaches

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5:03

Differences between men and women betrayed partners

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/11/18

When betrayal strikes, it’s not just pain, it’s the kind of anger you’ve never felt before. In this episode, the panel talks about how to feel and express anger without going into rage. You’ll hear honest stories and professional insight on: - Why anger feels powerful in the moment but hollow afterward - How men often feel their anger isn’t validated - Healthy ways to express and release rage without letting it consume you - The importance of writing, processing, and releasing emotional

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5:16

5th stage of betrayal trauma anger: isolation?

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/11/15

Is betrayal trauma really different for men and women?Most men do not come into therapy later rather than sooner. Men feel isolated for most of the betrayal trauma experience. Women usually over-function during the BT experience especially earlier in the journey. Join the conversation: Do you think men are given the same emotional space to heal as women? Drop your thoughts below. Subscribe for more open, unfiltered discussions on healing, relationships, and emotional recovery. Turn on

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5:34

Physical Symptoms of Sex Addiction and Betrayal Trauma

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/11/12

Sex addiction takes its toll on the addict and the partner. Listen in for physical symptoms to know about. Subscribe for more powerful discussions on healing, relationships, and emotional recovery. Join our community for new uploads every week. #EmotionalHealing #Relationships #TherapyTalk #Anger #RecoveryJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #AddictiontoSex #BetrayalTrauma #Cheating

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34:32

Full Episode of Betrayal Trauma & Anger Explained |...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/10/30

Anger after betrayal can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even “out of character.” In this episode of Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships, Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck joins Dan Drake, Jeanne Vattoune, Tim Stein and Wendy Conquest to break down the reality of betrayal trauma anger, why it shows up, how it unfolds over time, and what tools can help process it. Whether someone is facing infidelity, broken trust, or betrayal in relationships, this conversation offers clarity, validation,

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5:13

Betrayal Trauma Anger: Explanation and Progression of...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/10/29

When betrayal is discovered, anger can feel overwhelming. In this episode of Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships, we sit down with Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck to explore how betrayal trauma anger shows up both immediately and over time. Dr. Hollenbeck explains why betrayed partners often experience anger in waves as more consequences and realizations surface, not only at discovery, but months or even years later. This conversation validates the deep emotional impact betrayal has on both

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5:20

Betrayal Trauma | Understanding Anger, Healing &...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/10/28

In this upcoming episode of Conversations on Sex Addiction and Relationships, the team explores how betrayal trauma extends beyond sexual infidelity with Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck. While sexual betrayal is often the most visible form of hurt, many partners experience deep wounds from emotional betrayal, financial secrecy, or broken trust from friends, family, and community members. Crystal shares insights from her research and introduces the CALMING Model, a seven-phase approach to processing anger

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20:35

Woman Wants to Have Sex, Sex Addict Husband Won't!

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/10/27

In this episode of Conversations on Sex Addiction and Relationships: Partner Wants to Have Sex and Sex Addict Doesn't We explore the painful dynamics of betrayal trauma, intimacy anorexia, avoidance, childhood wounds, entitlement, and fear that often lie at the heart of these behaviors. 👉 Whether you are navigating betrayal, supporting someone in recovery, or simply curious about intimacy dynamics, this discussion provides valuable insights into the complexity of sex addiction, emotional

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4:04

Healing After Sex Addiction Betrayal: Navigating Sex...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/10/25

In this episode, we explore the complex impact of sex addiction on relationships, focusing on the grief, loss, and emotional struggles faced by betrayed partners. Unlike addictions to substances like alcohol or drugs, sexual betrayal carries unique challenges, affecting both the addict and their partner on deeply personal levels.We discuss: Understanding the addict’s unconscious drives and needs The partner’s journey through grief, anger, and healing How empathy and deconstructing behavior can

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4:58

Why Some Sex Addicts Withhold Sex: Understanding...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/10/21

In this episode, we dive into a listener question about a sex addict who withholds intimacy while engaging sexually with others. Many partners struggle with betrayal, confusion, and grief when their spouse avoids connection at home but seeks it elsewhere.We explore the concept of intimacy anorexia, why addicts withdraw sexually, and what it might mean for the future of a marriage. Our discussion covers: Recognizing patterns of sexual avoidance and betrayal Understanding the emotional impact on

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5:35

Why People Seek Emotional Validation Outside Their...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/10/18

In this episode, the Conversations team explore why some individuals seek emotional or physical validation outside their intimate relationships. Often, it’s not about sex but about fear, trauma, or unmet emotional needs in the primary relationship. They discuss how past experiences, including childhood trauma and early relationship patterns, can create unconscious behaviors that affect trust and intimacy in adult relationships.Viewers will learn about: How fear and avoidance shape relationship

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5:03

Betrayal Trauma from Cheating: Why “Just Move On”...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/09/30

What happens when a betrayed partner feels invalidated, not only by the one who hurt them, but also by a professional who should be offering support? In this conversation, experts discuss how the way a question is worded can shift the entire meaning, and how outdated therapeutic approaches may unintentionally cause harm. The discussion also highlights the painful reality for betrayed partners who often feel they must advocate for themselves—not just in the relationship, but even with the

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5:03

Is Betrayal Trauma Detrimental to an Addict’s Recovery?

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/09/27

What happens when a betrayed partner is told that their trauma is detrimental to an addict’s recovery? In this discussion, we unpack why this perspective is outdated, harmful, and rooted in misunderstanding. We explore the difference between sobriety and true recovery, how shame resiliency plays a role, and why betrayal trauma responses are valid—not intentional attempts to sabotage healing. Recovery requires accountability, empathy, and facing reality, not avoidance. Key insights in this

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37:46

Christian Partners of Sex Addicts; Tabitha Westbrook...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/09/23

In this episode, Tabitha Westbrook talks and sexual abuse within the church, childhood and with being married to a sex addict. She weaves neuroscience, embodiment, and story into her work with survivors of betrayal trauma and sexual harm. Tabitha shares why understanding your nervous system, connecting with your body, and reclaiming your voice are essential steps in the healing journey. This episode explores: - How trauma lives in the nervous system - The power of naming your story - Reclaiming

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5:10

Healing After Trauma: Embracing Self-Compassion and...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/09/20

How do you begin healing from trauma especially when self-hatred feels like second nature?In this honest and hopeful episode, Dan Drake, Tim Stein, Jeannie Vattoune and guest Tabitha Westbrook speak directly to survivors at the beginning of their healing journey. They explore what it means to show kindness to yourself, how deeply harmful theology can distort your self-worth, and how to take small, meaningful steps toward believing you are lovable and valuable, whether you're faith-based or

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5:11

Why I Wrote About Sex and Trauma in the Church |...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/09/16

How do you start a conversation about sex and trauma in the church—one that feels safe, honest, and healing?In this powerful episode, therapist and author Tabitha Westbrook shares the surprising origin of her new book on sexuality and healing for survivors of trauma. What started as a single teaching session at a retreat turned into a book that gives language to the experiences many survivors never thought they could say out loud. Tabitha reflects on writing from her own story, the importance of

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5:19

Breaking Purity Culture: Healing Sex Addiction and...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/09/13

How has purity culture in evangelical Christianity shaped views on lust, sex addiction, and shame and what needs to change?In this powerful conversation with Tabitha Westbrook we unpack how distorted teachings about lust and responsibility create division between men and women in the church. They discuss the deep harm these messages cause, the rising incidence of addictive behaviors, and the urgent need for the church to evolve. Key topics include: - Misconceptions about lust, sin, and personal

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25:16

Binge-Purge with Sex Addiction Explanation and...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/09/09

We will be exploring the language around binge/purge cycles, acting in versus acting out, and the idea of switching addictions or the “whack-a-mole” effect. The discussion digs into the difference between sobriety and recovery, why consistency matters, and what partners can look for when trying to determine if change is genuine. Have a question you’d like featured in a future mailbag episode? Send it to conversations.sar@gmail.com If you find this episode helpful, remember to like, subscribe, and

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05:33

Is It a Purge or Real Recovery? Understanding...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/08/30

They haven’t acted out in a while but is it recovery… or just the purge phase?In this episode, Dan Drake Jeanne Vattuone and Tim Stein take on a powerful listener's question about the binge-purge subtype of sex addiction. When someone stops their acting out behavior for long stretches of time, it can look like sobriety but is it actually recovery, or just a temporary pause in the addiction cycle? The discussion explores what binge-purge really means (and how it's different from recovery,

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05:22

Are They Really in Recovery or Just Not Acting Out?...

Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships ·

2025/08/26

How can you tell if someone is truly in recovery or just white-knuckling their way through another cycle of sex addiction? In this deep and practical conversation, Dan Drake, Jeanne Vattuone and Tim Stein explore the difference between sobriety and true recovery. Sobriety is what someone doesn't do. Recovery is what they do. And that distinction makes all the difference. Using analogies like beach balls under water, binge/purge cycles, and emotional suppression, they unpack the red flags that

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