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Meet Vanessa Cardenas – Relationship Coach and Betrayal Recovery Specialist

My Journey: How I Became a Relationship Recovery Expert and a Betrayal Recovery Specialist

My Journey

I’m Vanessa Cardenas, a Relationship Reset Expert and Betrayal Recovery Specialist dedicated to helping individuals and couples heal, reconnect, and thrive after relationship challenges. With a degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Baruch College and over 20 years of experience as a C-Suite Executive, I blend professional expertise with personal insight to provide a transformative, results-driven approach to resetting relationships and rediscovering purpose.

A Personal Touch: My Journey of Renewal

Like many of my clients, my life was profoundly shaped by betrayal. After experiencing broken trust in my own 20-year marriage, I embarked on a deeply personal journey of self-discovery, healing, and renewal. It was through this challenging process that I found my calling: helping others navigate the complex emotional terrain of relationships with compassion, clarity, and empowerment.

My story isn’t just about overcoming pain—it’s about reclaiming joy, rebuilding trust (in myself and others), and creating a life of authenticity and purpose. These experiences shaped my unique approach, one that blends lived wisdom with actionable strategies to guide others through their own transformation.

A Holistic Philosophy

I believe relationships are at the heart of our well-being, and their challenges are opportunities for growth. Whether you’re healing from betrayal, navigating a disconnection, or simply seeking deeper intimacy, my work is centered on meeting you where you are—without judgment or pressure.

While I approach healing and mindset work with deep care, I also believe in the power of resilience, humor, and authenticity to help my clients move forward. Together, we’ll uncover your strengths, reframe your story, and cultivate the relationships and life you deserve.

My Mission

My mission is simple: to help individuals and couples reconnect, rebuild trust, and thrive. I provide a safe, empathetic space where you can explore your emotions, strengthen communication, and create a foundation for meaningful, lasting connection.

Whether you’re in the midst of heartbreak or seeking a fresh start, I’m here to guide you. Let’s transform the pain of the past into a future filled with hope, purpose, and joy.

Vanessa Cardenas providing heart-centered betrayal recovery coaching, emphasizing self-love and trust.

Customized Healing Programs: Tailored Support for Lasting Change

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Healing Programs

Personalized Coaching for Individual Healing

Receive one-on-one support tailored to your specific journey. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your emotions, rebuild trust, and reclaim your sense of self.

Supportive Group Coaching for Collective Healing

Join a supportive community of individuals on similar journeys. Through guided group sessions, you’ll find connection, shared experiences, and the encouragement needed to heal together.

Exclusive Membership for Ongoing Guidance and Resources

Gain access to an exclusive membership program offering comprehensive betrayal recovery courses, live group sessions, and curated resources. This ongoing support ensures you have the tools and guidance you need at every step of your healing journey.

Empowering You to Rebuild Self-Worth and Confidence After Betrayal

Healing and Transformation

My mission extends to helping individuals rebuild their self-worth and foster deeper, more meaningful connections. Whether you’re dealing with intimate partner betrayal, self-sabotage, or business-related betrayal, I provide compassionate support to help you break free from fear-based patterns and rediscover authentic communication and trust.

It’s time to reclaim your voice, heal from the pain of betrayal, and embrace a future filled with connection and confidence.

Contact me today to begin your journey toward healing and transformation.

My Credentials: Educational Background, Training, and Certifications in Healing

Psychology Degree: Baruch College, NYC

Certified Post-Betrayal Transformation Coach: Post-Betrayal Transformation Institute

Certified Post-Betrayal Transformation Support Host: Post-Betrayal Transformation Institute

Certified Trauma Coach

Certified Life Coach

Certified 6-Phase Meditation Trainer

Mental Fitness Instructor

Professional Affiliations and Roles

C-Suite Executive: Healthcare Corporation

Founding Member: West Point Toastmasters

Speaker Nation Member

Keynote Speaker and Event Emcee

Administrator: Betrayal, Cheating, and Heartbreak Support Group


Moderator: Humans Navigating Betrayal Facebook Group (12K members)


Moderator and Group Expert: Divorce Support Group for Women Facebook Group (30K members)

Vanessa Cardenas, Betrayal Recovery Specialist, showcasing her extensive professional qualifications, including a degree in Industrial Psychology, certifications in Post-Betrayal Transformation Coaching, Trauma Coaching, Life Coaching, 6-Phase Meditation Instruction, Mental Fitness, One Talk Workshop, MBO Program, and memberships in Speaker Nation and West Point ToastMasters, as well as experience as a Keynote Speaker and Event MC.

Vanessa combines her extensive professional qualifications, including her background in Industrial Psychology, certifications in Post-Betrayal Transformation Coaching, Trauma Coaching, Life Coaching, and Meditation Instruction, with her personal journey to help others find healing and transformation.

My Mission

I believe relationships ebb and flow, too often we become complacent partners, unable to string together meaningful words. My mission is to resurrect the art of communication and resuscitate the heart yearning for connection, helping individuals and couples transform their relationships into spaces of trust, intimacy, and authenticity.

Through our Initial Foundation Sessions, clients discover HOPE (Hold On, Pain Ends) and receive a curated roadmap tailored exclusively to their unique relationship needs. I focus on providing compassionate, actionable guidance - saying what needs to be said, not just what's easy to hear - because

...every heart deserves to feel seen, heard, and deeply connected.

Vanessa Cardenas

Relationship Recovery Expert | Betrayal Recovery Specialist

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Vanessa Cardenas, Betrayal Recovery Specialist based in Westchester County, serving clients in 10566, 10524, 10514, 10510, 10591, 10520, and surrounding areas.

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