Hey Reddit, I’m a long-time lurker and have never posted anything like this before, but I’m in need of some perspective and advice. I’m still reeling from what happened, and I’d really appreciate your thoughts. A bit of background: My wife, Emma, and I have been married for seven years. We have a seemingly perfect life—good jobs, a cozy home, and a tight-knit group of friends. Emma’s always been supportive and loving, so when I noticed a few small but odd things over the past couple of months, I pushed them aside, chalking them up to stress at work or maybe my own overthinking. It all started a few months ago when Emma began working late more frequently. At first, I assumed it was just busy season at her job. Then there were the little things: she started being more protective of her phone and would often step out to take calls privately. I told myself I was being paranoid, but something didn’t sit right. Last week, I decided to surprise Emma by picking up her favorite takeout and coming home early to set up a little date night. When I walked in, my heart nearly stopped. There was Emma’s phone on the kitchen counter, buzzing non-stop. The notifications were visible, and they were from someone named “Jason,” a name I didn’t recognize. I hesitated but decided to check it out, thinking it might just be a work colleague. What I found was gut-wrenching. The messages were clearly romantic, filled with terms of endearment and plans for the weekend. I was devastated and couldn’t believe what I was reading. It became clear that Emma was involved with Jason, and their relationship was serious. Before confronting Emma, I needed to gather more information. I found some photos on her phone that showed them together, smiling and obviously close. My heart was racing, and I felt a mix of anger, betrayal, and sadness. The confrontation happened that evening when Emma came home. I was calm but direct, laying out the evidence I’d found. Her reaction was one I wasn’t prepared for—shock, guilt, and tears. She admitted to the affair and said it had been going on for the past six months. Here’s the twist: as we talked, Emma revealed that Jason was actually a therapist she’d been seeing to address personal issues. She claimed she had developed feelings for him but that the relationship had become more than just professional. She assured me that it was over, and she wanted to work on our marriage. I’m at a crossroads now. Part of me wants to walk away, feeling betrayed and unable to trust her again. Another part is considering trying to rebuild our relationship, especially given Emma’s willingness to seek help and her genuine remorse. I’m reaching out to you all because I’m struggling with whether to give our marriage another chance or to move on. How would you handle this situation? Have any of you been through something similar? I could really use your advice and support right now. Thanks for reading, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts.