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# Counteractive Change vs. Transformational Change

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# Counteractive Change vs. Transformational Change

In this episode of Overcoming Betrayal and Addiction, Therapist Matt Wheeler discusses two types of change – counteractive change and transformational change – and how each one impacts healing. They also consider honesty, manipulation, and lying, and warn listeners of the danger of a partner claiming that they’ll never hurt you again.

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