Anger and Gaslighting, Betrayal Trauma Anger: Part 3

ANGER! Let's talk abou it.Anger after betrayal can feel huge, sudden, or out of character — but it’s not a sign that something is wrong with you. It’s a natural response to harm, deception, and the collapse of emotional safety.In this episode, we break down why anger shows up so strongly and how to begin processing it in ways that support your healing.We cover:Why anger in betrayal trauma feels so intenseHow gaslighting and minimization fuel angerThe protective purpose anger servesWhat happens when anger gets pushed downHow to process anger without exploding or shutting downSimple ways to support your body as anger moves throughAnger isn’t a flaw — it’s information. It’s your body responding to what happened.If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why am I this angry?” or “Is this too much?” this episode will help you understand your reaction with more clarity and compassion.Your anger makes sense. And it’s allowed.Book Discussed: Betrayal Trauma Anger by Dr. Crystal HollenbeckAbout the AuthorDr. Crystal Hollenbeck is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, Anger Management Specialist, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She helps individuals and couples heal from the devastating impact that broken trust and broken relational attachment brings including the complex trauma that results from intimate betrayal. She is a highly sought after conference speaker and has private practice in Florida where she also conducts 3-day intensives. Websitehttps://crystalhollenbeck.com/Article referenced in Interview:https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/0092623X.2024.2306940Bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Betrayal-Trauma-Anger-Youre-Should/dp/B0FN6P62K8/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wM614LoIEBMWDrdQhOZoFQ.GPKnCN_hCGwnYR2zsBu3BLWQn0Nwd4kGNkZRIzGROYo&qid=1755753925&sr=8-1SCIP Protocolchrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://crystalhollenbeck.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/SCIP-Protocol-Dr.-Hollenbeck.pdfRachel's Bookshelfhttps://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/17C3H1PVHJ5N9?ref_=wl_shareSign up for my Newsletter⁠⁠https://l.bttr.to/iKgcY⁠