*A trusted lifeline for couples, updated throughout; 30% new material addresses the impact of technology and social media on relationships, plus more. *Proven method--two-thirds of those who follow the program report improvement. *Even more reader friendly; the second edition is 25% shorter, making it more accessible and manageable. *More inclusive--increased attention to different relationship types, orientations, and cultural diversity. *Helps readers manage emotions, establish boundaries, and--for those who stay together--rebuild trust.

From leading marital therapists and researchers, this unique book presents a three-stage therapy approach for clinicians working with couples struggling in the aftermath of infidelity. The book provides empirically grounded strategies for helping clients overcome the initial shock, understand what happened and why, think clearly about their best interests before they act, and move on emotionally, whether or not they ultimately reconcile. The volume is loaded with vivid clinical examples and carefully designed exercises for use both during sessions and at home.