Jeff Murrah, LPC, LCDC, CMNCS

Jeff Murrah, LPC, LCDC, CMNCS

Jeff Murrah is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) with over 45 years of experience. After experiencing the devastation of infidelity firsthand, he dedicated his career to helping families overcome similar challenges.

A pioneer in online counseling since 1999, Jeff's work has been featured on Wall Street Journal Radio and the Larry Elder Show. In 2010, he was selected for inclusion in the "Counseling Courier's Marriage Counselor Hall of Fame" as one of the top 15 marriage and family counselors. Jeff is also a Certified Mental Health & Nutrition Clinical Specialist (CMNCS) and Farm Response Certified.
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​​​​​​​A sixth-generation Texan, Jeff earned his degrees from the University of Houston at Clear Lake. Married since 1985, he and his wife Peggy have three sons and two granddaughters and reside in the Texas Hill Country.

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Affairs and Children

How do you tell adult children about an affair?

Telling your children about an affair is never easy, and it doesn't get simpler as they grow older. Discover how to navigate this challenging conversation with honesty and care.

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Emotional Recovery Rebuilding Your Marriage

My Husband Wants Me To Sleep With Another Man!

When husbands manipulate their wives into affairs, the emotional toll can be devastating. Learn why it's crucial to refuse such pressures and protect your marriage from the long-term damage caused by these betrayals.

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Emotional Recovery

Six Signs She's a Bitch!

Understanding when a wife is being harmful to her husband is crucial for addressing and healing relationship issues. Recognizing the signs of toxic behavior can help couples navigate the complexities of their marriage and work towards a healthier, more fulfilling partnership.

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How Long Does the Affair Fog Last?

Understanding the affair fog is crucial for those dealing with infidelity. Learn about its cyclical nature, the impact on mental health, and strategies for recovery.

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Confronting the Cheater

Is Revealing an Affair Blackmail?

Revealing an affair raises complex ethical and emotional questions. This article explores whether disclosing infidelity constitutes blackmail and provides guidance on handling such sensitive information responsibly.

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Understanding Affairs

Seven Signs the Affair Partner Wants the Affair To End

Recognizing the signs that an affair is ending is crucial for cheaters who often miss subtle hints. Learn to identify these signals and find help to end the affair and start the road to recovery.

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Emotional Recovery Understanding Affairs

How Punishment Sabotages Marriages

Explore the complex and often harmful role of punishment in marriage, from corporal punishment to subtle control tactics. Understand why punishment is not a solution and learn healthier ways to address relationship issues.

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Recovery and Self-Care Swinging and Affairs

When Your Husband Wants You to Sleep With Another Woman

Discover the emotional and relational dilemmas when your husband requests you to sleep with another woman. Learn why this request can harm your marriage and how to navigate the challenges it brings.

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Understanding Affairs

Can You Be Manipulated Into An Affair?

Discover the complex story of Sandy, who found herself entangled in an affair through subtle manipulation and deceit. Learn how manipulation works in relationships and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim.

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Understanding Affairs

Is It an Affair if You Have Permission?

Can having permission to cheat make it any less of an affair? Explore the motivations, consequences, and emotional impacts of giving a "hall pass" in marriage.

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Emotional Recovery Swinging and Affairs Understanding Affairs

The Consequences of Sharing Your Wife

Explore the deep emotional and relational consequences of sharing your wife and why it's a damaging choice. Learn how to begin the healing process and restore your relationship.

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Sexual Addiction and Affairs Swinging and Affairs

From Infidelity to Swinging

Explore the connection between infidelity and swinging as part of the progression of compulsive sexual behavior. Learn how to break free from the downward spiral and start healing your relationship.

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Emotional Recovery Understanding Affairs

The Cost of Acting Like Nothing Happened: Denying the Affair

Discover why ignoring an affair and pretending it didn't happen can be detrimental to your relationship. Learn how to address unresolved issues and move past the affair for a healthier future.

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Understanding Affairs

Understanding Coerced Affairs

Affairs can shatter trust, but when coercion is involved, the dynamics become even more complex. Understanding the role of power and manipulation is crucial in providing the right support and response.

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Swinging and Affairs Understanding Affairs

Wife Swapping Gone Wrong: The Emotional Toll of Swinging

Discover the emotional fallout from swinging and why it affects partners differently. Learn how to address the pain and begin the healing process.

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Understanding Affairs

Long-Term Affairs and the Freudian Slip: Unintended Revelations

Freudian slips can reveal hidden thoughts and emotions, offering a window into our subconscious mind. Discover how a simple mistype exposed deep concerns about long-term affairs and the emotional turmoil they bring.

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Understanding Affairs

ADHD and Affairs: The Hidden Connection

Explore the hidden connection between ADHD and affairs, and learn how impulsivity and impaired decision-making can lead to infidelity. Discover strategies for healing and managing ADHD-related challenges in relationships.

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Swinging and Affairs

Surviving the First Couple Swap: A Realistic Look at Swinging

Explore the challenges and emotional impacts of couple swapping and discover how to reclaim your marriage and self-worth. Learn how to move past the swinger lifestyle and find true healing.

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