Ep. 019 | Is My Spouse a Sex Addict? Signs, Hope and What to Do Next with Matt Wenger Ā
Podcast: The Affair Recovery PodcastPublished On: Mon Jul 20 2026
Description: Attempting to make sense of the affair is painfully confusing, especially when there are signs of sexual addiction. In Episode 19, Matt Wenger, Clinical Director at the Begin Again Institute, joins the podcast to explain how sex addiction looks different from other types of infidelity, and to share a message every betrayed spouse needs to hear: this is not your fault.In this episode:What sets sex addiction apart from other types of infidelityWhy abstinence alone doesn't constitute true recoveryWhy your skepticism is protecting you, and why you don't have to settle for anything less than a whole, authentic relationshipš WATCH the EpisodeĀ Matt is the Executive Clinical Director of Begin Again Institute, a treatment center that offers 14dayĀ Trauma Based Intensives for Men seeking recovery from porn and sex addiction. Begin Again Institute also offers intensives for Betrayed Partners. He has served more than 1,500 families in that setting since 2019. Mattās expertise is in menās addiction, betrayal trauma, childhood trauma, coupleās recovery and the spiritual aspects of recovery. Matt holds a Masterās degree in Couples and Family Counseling and is credentialed as Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), and Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS). Matt lives near Boulder, Colorado and enjoys spending time with his family, friends and being in nature.Ā Connect with Matt:š Website: beginagaininstitute.comšø Instagram: @beginagaininstituteš¼ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-wenger-19b883294/Ā š +1 (737) 227-5014 Share a question for future episodesā¼ļø Take the FREE Affair Analyzer: Understand your situationš„¾ Sign up for the FREE First Steps Bootcamp: Take the first step to healš„ Explore Our Courses: Get the support you need to recoverā ļøDisclaimer: Our resources are curated by experts but do not substitute for professional therapy. If you need personalized help, please seek out a qualified therapist or counselor. If you are in crisis, contact emergency services in your area. Transparency note: Some links above and in the comments may be affiliate links, which allow us to continue providing valuable resources for your recovery journey.
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