How to Rebuild Intimacy and Heal Relationships After Betrayal, with Sam Tielemans

In this episode of the Unhooked Podcast, I'm joined once again by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Sam Tielemans, who has dedicated over 15 years to helping men break free from porn addiction and rebuild emotional intimacy. We delve into practical strategies for creating emotional safety and rebuilding trust in relationships following betrayal or secrecy. Sam and I discuss the importance of collaborative healing as a couple, effective ways to communicate, and how to validate and support a partner's pain without becoming defensive. Sam offers insights on how tackling relational issues can accelerate personal growth and provides actionable steps for handling relapses and sustaining honest communication. Join us for valuable advice on overcoming challenges and strengthening relationships through mindful practices and empathy. 🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.com/intro Connect with Jeremy: 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:38 Deep Dive into Healing Relationships 03:42 The Importance of Couples' Work 05:16 Navigating Relationship Complexities 07:03 Practical Steps for Healing Together 08:08 Validating and Acknowledging Partner's Pain 10:13 Effective Communication Strategies 15:57 Balancing Ownership and Education 24:37 Stabilizing the Relationship 26:05 Understanding Underlying Emotions 28:13 Effective Communication Strategies 33:00 Navigating Honesty and Accountability 38:35 Repairing and Rebuilding Trust 46:51 Hope and Transformation in Relationships Connect with Sam Tielemans 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samtielemans_mft 🌍 Website: https://healingcouples.org/ 🔗 Couples Healing From Pornography Addiction Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/32uM9Y9DxEzyhAYLpPZzbQ?si=6ddd21c6f4a94677 🚀 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear this!