Navigating the Abyss: Understanding and Overcoming the Infidelity Crisis in Marriage
Children and Divorce: Guiding Them Through the Storm
Protecting the Innocence
Children bear the brunt of their parents’ divorce, and handling the situation with care is paramount. Both parents should jointly communicate the decision, fostering a calm and supportive atmosphere. Shielding children from details about the affair, assuring them of their innocence in the breakup, and emphasizing continued love from both parents are crucial for their well-being.
Guidelines for aiding children through divorce put emphasis on joint parental support, minimizing disruption, and granting permission to maintain positive relationships with both parents and their families.
Dr. Baya Mebarek, Psy.D.,LMFT
Baya Mebarek, Psy.D., LMFT
Baya Mebarek, Psy.D., LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 20 years of experience helping couples strengthen their relationships. Based in San Diego and providing online therapy throughout California, she specializes in couples therapy, marriage counseling, premarital counseling, affair recovery, communication and conflict, emotional disconnection, and rebuilding trust. Her integrative approach draws on research-based relationship strategies, attachment-informed therapy, and a deep understanding of the emotional patterns that can leave couples feeling hurt, misunderstood, or disconnected.
