Processing Betrayal Trauma Anger (with Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck)

Why is anger after sexual betrayal so intense, unpredictable, and heartbreaking? Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck unpacks the complex dynamics of betrayal trauma anger for both the betrayed and the betrayer. You'll learn the S.C.I.P. protocol to manage anger and anxiety, the 7 phases of betrayal trauma anger recovery, and why sexual betrayal is like bullfighting. In the end, you'll leave with hope that grieving sexual betrayal can transform deep pain into even deeper healing.

Dr. Crystal Hollenbeck is a Christian who believes every person is valuable. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a Florida State Supervisor for those seeking a license in Mental Health Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy, and a Certified Life Coach. Dr. H's approach to counseling and coaching is non-judgmental, caring, and solution focused. Dedicating her life to helping others as a therapist and coach is a result of post traumatic growth from her own personal life experiences. Learn more at crystalhollenbeck.com

Buy Crystal's book:Betrayal Trauma Anger: You're not Crazy...You're Angry...And You Should Be! How to Process Complex Anger While Healing from the Impact of Sexual Betrayal

Download Crystal’s SCIP Protocol PDF: https://crystalhollenbeck.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/SCIP-Protocol.pdf

Read Crystal’s journal article on betrayal trauma anger: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/0092623X.2024.2306940#d1e130

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