Heather Cronemiller, MA, LICSW, CSAT | Minnesota Sex & Love Addiction Therapy

Stop the cycle of double lives, secret behaviors, and the crushing weight of betrayal trauma. Whether you are struggling to regain control of your own actions or fighting to find your footing after a partner’s infidelity, expert clinical support is the first step toward lasting peace.

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Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) • Author of "Going Deeper" • 15+ Years Experience • Secure Telehealth for all of Minnesota

When the Weight of the Secret Becomes Too Heavy

You’ve likely spent a long time trying to fix this on your own. If any of this sounds familiar, I want you to know that there is a way out, and you don’t have to find it by yourself.

  • The Exhaustion of Living Two Lives: Are you tired of the constant "war" in your head? If you’re spending your days hiding your phone and your nights worrying about being found out, you know how draining it is to maintain a second life. You deserve to live without the fear of discovery.

  • Feeling Stuck in a Loop: Does it feel like no matter how many times you promise yourself you’ll stop—whether it’s emotional affairs, sexual urges, or disappearing into a fantasy world—you find yourself right back where you started? It’s not a lack of willpower; it’s a cycle that needs a specialized kind of help to break.

  • The Moment Your World Broke: If you just discovered a partner’s secret life, "shock" doesn't even begin to cover it. If you can’t sleep, can’t eat, and feel like every memory of your relationship is now a lie, you need a safe place to land while we help you find your footing again.

  • Reclaiming Your Integrity: You might feel like you’ve lost the person you used to be. If you’re ready to trade the shame and the "rollercoaster" for a life where you can finally be present with the people you love, I’m here to help you get there.

How We’ll Work Together Toward Healing

We don’t just talk about the problem; we use a compassionate, step-by-step roadmap designed to help you heal the root of the struggle, not just the symptoms.

Small, Manageable Steps (The 30-Task Model):

As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), I use the "30-Task Model." Think of this as a structured guidebook for your recovery. We take things one milestone at a time, moving from the initial crisis into a life of real, lasting integrity.

Helping Your Brain Heal (EMDR Therapy):

Sometimes, logic isn’t enough to stop an urge. We use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help "quiet" the brain's alarm system. By healing the old traumas and triggers that fuel the addiction, we can finally turn down the volume on the impulse to act out.

A Safe Way to the Truth (Full Disclosure):

For couples, the "truth" can feel terrifying. I guide you through a gentle, 3-stage clinical disclosure process. This ensures that everything is brought into the light in a way that prioritizes safety and honesty, allowing you to build a brand-new foundation that isn't based on secrets.

Healing Your Younger Self:

Much of our struggle with intimacy comes from old wounds we've carried since childhood. Using the heart of the "Going Deeper" approach, we’ll look at those early needs with kindness, helping you move from "surviving" to finally experiencing safe and loving connections.

I am here to help guide you on your path to recovery.

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I have over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health and addiction treatment. I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), meaning that I have done over 80 hours of training and supervision specifically to help people with sex and love addiction. And I truly love working with people like YOU!

If you want someone who will understand you, challenge you, support you, and cheer you on, I’ve got your back. No matter who you are or what you’ve done I will help you break from from shame and create relationships that are safe, real, and loving.

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FAQ’s About Therapy for Sex Addiction, Betrayal Trauma, and Love Addiction with Cornmiller Therapy

  • A CSAT is a licensed mental health professional who has completed rigorous, specialized training through IITAP to treat compulsive sexual behaviors and intimacy disorders. Unlike general therapy, a CSAT approach uses a task-based clinical framework specifically designed to address the root causes of addiction and the complex trauma of betrayal.

  • Using secure, HIPAA-compliant video technology, Heather Cronemiller provides specialized addiction and trauma therapy to clients in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Duluth, and rural MN. This allows you to access expert CSAT care from the privacy and safety of your own home, ensuring consistency in your recovery journey regardless of your location.

  • Yes. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is highly effective for processing the underlying trauma that often fuels compulsive cycles. By desensitizing specific triggers and "urges," EMDR helps clients move past the physiological "fight or flight" response, creating space for healthier emotional regulation and long-term recovery.

  • The immediate priority is stabilization and safety. When a partner’s secret life is discovered, the betrayed partner often experiences symptoms of PTSD. Heather Cronemiller specializes in helping partners navigate this initial crisis, providing a clinical roadmap to regain a sense of reality and self-worth through the recovery process.

  • Derived from Heather’s book, Going Deeper: For Women, this approach focuses on the "inner child" and the attachment wounds that often lie at the heart of love and sex addiction. It is a transition from merely "stopping the behavior" to building a life defined by real, safe, and authentic intimacy.

What are Other Professionals Saying about Heather?

  • Heather is an exceptional therapist who is deeply committed to her clients' success and well-being. Her intentionality, drive, and clinical approach demonstrate her dedication to delivering high-quality service. Your in great hands in her support!

    Connie Toavs

  • Brilliant & innovative CSAT therapist! Co-author of 'Going Deeper For Women,' her passion elevates our field. Her wit and engaging demeanor create an immediate ease, allowing clients to be themselves. Honored to collaborate; always feel enriched.

    Lori Cao

  • Heather demonstrates strong knowledge in the area of addiction and trauma. Her approach to clients is very strong. She is a pleasant individual who has a good disposition and

    Dr. Eddie Capparucci

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