I'm so sorry to hear about this. It is true that DBing is a strategy, and I can understand that a spouse may feel manipulated to find that techniques have been used to try and save the marriage.
However, I believe the motive is the important thing here, and I believe that Matt used those techniques honourably, and in the hope of saving his marriage and keeping his family together.
Mrs Matt, whilst I understand your anger, and I would encourage you to read both DB and DR. And particularly think about the 'divorce trap' and MWD's perspective and experience on this.
I hope you guys find a way forward that is right for you both. Matt, I have gained a lot from your postings on this site. I think you have learned a great deal, and your posts to others have helped them so much too.
I truly wish you well for thr future my friend.
T 13 M 7 Me 48 H 46 SS 15 BD 7.14 PA D final 5.16 (H filed)
We receive & we lose, and must try to achieve gratitude & embrace with whole hearts whatever of life that remains after the losses - Dubus