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Sanity After Betrayal by Dr. Trish Leigh

Sanity After Betrayal by Dr. Trish Leigh

Dr. Trish Leigh 17 Episodes Oct 26, 2025

Dr. Trish Leigh, a cognitive neuroscientist, hosts this podcast dedicated to women who have been hurt by sexual betrayal, whether through porn use, sexual acting out, or affairs. The show offers practical tools and strategies for healing and personal growth. It draws on firsthand experience to help listeners repair their relationships or move forward with happiness. The goal is to provide support and guidance for those on a difficult journey toward recovery.

Episodes

Episode #17: When the Person You Loved Becomes the Trigger
Episode #17: When the Person You Loved Becomes the Trigger Oct 26, 2025 420 When the Person You Loved Becomes the Trigger When the person you loved becomes the one who hurts you, your whole body feels it. The safety that once lived in their arms now feels like danger, and that confusion runs deep in your nervous system. You’re not weak for missing them or for feeling torn—your brain is simply trying to make sense of two truths at once: love and fear. That’s the paradox of
Episode #16: When the Person You Loved Becomes the Trigger
Episode #16: When the Person You Loved Becomes the Trigger Oct 19, 2025 1140 When the Person You Loved Becomes the Trigger When the person you loved becomes the one who hurts you, your whole body feels it. The safety that once lived in their arms now feels like danger, and that confusion runs deep in your nervous system. You’re not weak for missing them or for feeling torn—your brain is simply trying to make sense of two truths at once: love and fear. That’s the paradox of
Episode #15: The Addiction to Answers: Why You Can’t Stop Investigating — Sanity After Betrayal by Dr. Trish Leigh
Episode #15: The Addiction to Answers: Why You Can’t Stop Investigating — Sanity After Betrayal by Dr. Trish Leigh Oct 12, 2025 1140 You’re not crazy for checking his phone again, rereading old texts, or connecting dots that don’t even exist. You’re chemically caught. 🧠 After betrayal, your brain’s dopamine and cortisol loops keep you trapped in obsession, searching for answers that never satisfy. It’s not weakness—it’s your nervous system begging for safety.In this episode of Sanity After Betrayal, I’ll help you understand why
Episode #14: Why Betrayers Betray: Narcissism, Red Flags, and How to Stay Calm While Setting Boundaries
Episode #14: Why Betrayers Betray: Narcissism, Red Flags, and How to Stay Calm While Setting Boundaries Oct 5, 2025 1441 Why does someone who says they love you betray you—and then turn around and blame you for it? 💔 In this episode of Sanity After Betrayal, Dr. Trish Leigh breaks down the neuroscience of betrayal: from narcissism and red flags 🚩 to shame loops, dopamine dependency, and why your nervous system feels hijacked in the aftermath.Why Betrayers Betray: Narcissism, Red Flags, and How to Stay Calm While Set
Episode #13:  Infidelity vs Sex & Love Addiction: Why Betrayal Lives in Your Nervous System
Episode #13: Infidelity vs Sex & Love Addiction: Why Betrayal Lives in Your Nervous System Sep 29, 2025 1126 Infidelity hurts no matter what—but not all betrayal looks the same. Sometimes it’s a conscious choice. Other times, it’s a brain hijacked by sex, love, or porn addiction. Either way, your nervous system feels the impact as betrayal trauma—leaving you anxious, hypervigilant, and questioning your own reality.Infidelity vs Sex & Love Addiction: Why Betrayal Lives in Your Nervous System 👉 In this
Episode #12: Is Porn Cheating? The Neuroscience of Betrayal & Rebuilding Trust
Episode #12: Is Porn Cheating? The Neuroscience of Betrayal & Rebuilding Trust Sep 20, 2025 1195 If he hid it and it hurt you, your brain registers it as betrayal—and your nervous system responds like danger is near. As a cognitive neuroscientist, I want you to know this isn’t “oversensitive”; it’s biology. Dopamine-driven screen habits can displace real intimacy, trigger survival mode, and leave you anxious, hypervigilant, and doubting yourself. You are not weak—you’re wired to protect yours
Episode #11: What To Do When Your Spouse Cheats + How to Rebuild Confidence
Episode #11: What To Do When Your Spouse Cheats + How to Rebuild Confidence Sep 13, 2025 1118 When your partner cheats, it’s not just emotional—it’s neurological. Betrayal leaves scars on your brain and nervous system that you don’t always see. That’s why you might feel like you’ve lost control or can’t trust yourself anymore.In this episode, you’ll learn how to create safety, regulate your emotions, and release the pressure so you can rebuild confidence and move forward with strength.I’m
Found You're Husband Watching Porn
Found You're Husband Watching Porn Jan 26, 2024 616 Have you ever thought, "My husband watches porn, why?" Let me share three important things you need to know.This channel will provide you with the motivation and inspiration to gain the strength you need to make it through difficult times in your relationship. I know this sounds cliche... but, you can become stronger and healthier than ever and do what is necessary to repair your relatio
Learn how to heal your brain and life after betrayal trauma. LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST!
Learn how to heal your brain and life after betrayal trauma. LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST! Nov 9, 2023 2300 You must watch this video if you experience betrayal trauma and are unsure of what to do. Dr. Trish Leigh, a sex addiction recovery coach, explains how to handle that in this video. You will meet Jamie Watson, our brand-new SAB Coach, schedule your free consultation with her using the link below.This channel will provide you with the motivation and inspiration to gain the strength you need to make
Navigating Betrayal Trauma: Finding Therapeutic Alliance
Navigating Betrayal Trauma: Finding Therapeutic Alliance Nov 9, 2023 1707 In this video, Adria Sullivan and Dr. Trish Leigh discuss the connection between choosing the right therapy, coach, and program. Based on neuroscience, our reasonably priced programs can lead you through a simple process to aid in your faster healing. We encourage you to work on your healing journey to make a decision that is best for yourself.  1. The wrong fit: choosing the right or wrong therap
Sex Addiction Disclosure: 3 Types and Important Aspects
Sex Addiction Disclosure: 3 Types and Important Aspects Sep 27, 2023 972 In this video, Dr. Trish Leigh will break down the three main types of disclosure and go through each of them. This channel will provide you with the motivation and inspiration to gain the strength you need to make it through difficult times in your relationship. I know this sounds cliche... but, you can become stronger and healthier than ever and do what is necessary to repair your relationship o
Is Betrayal Trauma Real
Is Betrayal Trauma Real Sep 27, 2023 88 In this video, Dr. Leigh will answer whether betrayal trauma is real. And Why? This channel will provide you with the motivation and inspiration to gain the strength you need to make it through difficult times in your relationship. I know this sounds cliche... but, you can become stronger and healthier than ever and do what is necessary to repair your relationship or realize you need to move on, b

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