When we think of betrayal, we typically view it as a loss of trust. Because it is a loss issue, grief approaches are utilized in addressing it. But, is this the most effective approach? Based on original research and her experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Holli Kenley widens the lens on betrayal – viewing it as a loss of self, and she identifies three States of Being
– Confusion, Worthlessness, and Powerlessness – lay the groundwork for a different path to recovery. Holli Kenley, MA, LMFT, works in the field of psychology as a therapist and author. She is passionate about understanding and addressing betrayal and believes unhealed betrayal trauma is a common underlying cause of discomfort in our lives. She is the author of four books on betrayal including “Daughters Betrayed By Their Mothers: Moving From Brokenness To Wholeness” (2018); and “Breaking Through Betrayal: And Recovering The Peace Within 2nd Edition” (2016). Holli has been a six-time presenter at the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists Annual State Conferences sharing her ideas on betrayal, relapse, and other mental health topics. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx