Positive Sobriety Podcast

Nate Larkin, David Hampton

  • Episode 122 -- Testing Honesty in Disclosure with John Sternfels

Episode 122 -- Testing Honesty in Disclosure with John Sternfels

Friday 11th March 2022

John Sternfels discusses using polygraph tests to rebuild trust after betrayal and his six-step disclosure structure on Positive Sobriety Podcast.
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Polygraphs and Healing: John Sternfels on Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal

The truth is inevitable, whether there's a consequence that is undeniable, or a revelation or a disclosure, or the global situation, something happens that we can't ignore anymore.
Rebuilding trust after an intimate betrayal is no easy feat, but could a polygraph test make a difference? In this episode of the Positive Sobriety Podcast, hosts Nate Larkin and David Hampton chat with John Sternfels, a licensed professional counselor and certified sex addiction therapist. Sternfels, the founder of Northpoint Counseling and author of 'A Partner's Guide to Truth and Healing', brings a wealth of experience to the table.
He dives into the controversial use of polygraph tests to help couples regain trust after betrayal. With his six-step disclosure structure, Sternfels offers a roadmap for those navigating the rocky terrain of addiction and trauma recovery. The conversation doesn't stop there; they also touch on the importance of emotional restitution and how trauma intertwines with addiction. Plus, Sternfels shares insights into the growing trend of online counseling and its benefits.
If you're looking for practical advice and thoughtful discussion on mending relationships scarred by addiction, this episode is a must-listen.