Navigating Couples Therapy and Coaching After Infidelity with E.J. and Tarah Kerwin
About this episode
E.J. and Tarah Kerwin discuss the complexities of healing and rebuilding trust after infidelity.
In this episode, I sit down with E.J. and Tarah Kerwin to talk about what it really takes to heal and rebuild after infidelity. We explore the truth that love alone is not enough — and why real growth requires deep self-reflection, emotional safety, and intentional skill-building. E.J. and Tarah don't pretend to have it all figured out — they've lived it. From navigating their own intense early challenges to helping hundreds of couples each week, they bring both expertise and humanity into this conversation. We talk about betrayal trauma, the importance of radical honesty, and how healing isn't just about saving the relationship — it's about becoming a healthier, more empowered version of yourself. If you're feeling overwhelmed, unsure whether to stay or go, or stuck in painful patterns, this episode will give you clarity and hope. In this episode, we cover: Why love is not enough to sustain a relationship How betrayal trauma impacts your nervous system The role of radical honesty in rebuilding trust Why individual growth changes the entire relationship dynamic What the "messy middle" of healing looks like Reach out if you need support — you don't have to navigate this alone…
People in this episode
Host: Andrea Giles
Guests: E.J. Kerwin, Tarah Kerwin
Topics covered
- infidelity
- couples therapy
- healing
- trust rebuilding
- self-reflection
- emotional safety
Keywords
- betrayal trauma
- radical honesty
- relationship dynamics
- individual growth
- emotional safety
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Relationship Renovation
Books & works: The Untethered Soul
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