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    Heal from Betrayal. Rebuild Trust. Rediscover Intimacy.

    If you have experienced betrayal, affairs, or sex addiction in your relationship, you may feel shock, grief, anger, and uncertainty about the future. I help couples and individuals heal from partner betrayal trauma and PTSD, restoring trust, intimacy, and connection. Through in-person and Telehealth sessions across California, I provide a safe, confidential space for recovery and transformation.

    Partner Betrayal Trauma Therapy

    Healing from betrayal is complex and deeply personal. Partner betrayal trauma therapy helps you process intense emotions, reduce trauma triggers, set healthy boundaries, and rebuild trust in yourself and your relationship. Using trauma-informed, personalized strategies, I guide you toward emotional safety, restored intimacy, and renewed connection.

    Rebuild and Strengthen Your Relationship

    All relationships face challenges—trust issues, communication breakdowns, or intimacy struggles. My research-based, results-driven therapy helps you heal, strengthen emotional and physical closeness, improve communication, and navigate life transitions with confidence.

    Take the First Step

    You don’t have to face this alone. Scheduling a consultation is your first step toward lasting change, restored trust, and a more fulfilling relationship. Begin your journey to healing today.

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    Dr. Emelina Belle, PhD, LMFT, is a leading expert in sex therapy, partner betrayal trauma, complex trauma, PTSD, sex addiction, and couples therapy. Her extensive credentials, including Clinical Fellow status with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) status, American Board-Certified Diplomate Sexologist, and more, underscore her unparalleled expertise. These credentials enable her to offer a distinguished level of care to individuals and partners navigating relational challenges, including multiple addictions, infidelity, and intimacy concerns. Her expertise also extends to global mental health, helping clients from diverse cultural and international backgrounds. 

    Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)

     American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) Certified Sex Therapist (CST) 

    American Board-Certified Diplomate Sexologist, American Board of Sexology (ABS)  

     California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) 

    Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT)

    Certified Complex Trauma Specialist (CCPT-II)

    Certified Clinical Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT)

     Formal Therapeutic Disclosure for Betrayed Partners

     Certified Clinical Early Recovery Couples Empathy Model Specialist (CCES) 

    Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC)

    Certified Rainbow Advocate Clinical Specialist ( RACS)

    EMDRIA Approved EMDR Professional Training 

     LGBTQIA2+ Affirmative Therapy Individual and Couples 

    Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level III

    Certified Couples Betrayal Trauma Recovery Therapist (CCBRT) 

    Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist Love Addiction (CMAT-LA)

    Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist Chemical Dependency (CMAT-CD)

    Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist Financial Disorders (CMAT-FD)

    Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist Eating Disorders (CMAT-ED)

     NeuroAffective Relational Model® (NARM) Therapist Training Certificate – In Progress (Expected 2026) 

     Dr. Emelina Belle guides high-achieving professionals and discerning couples toward deeper connection, trust, and emotional well-being. Her approach, which integrates advanced clinical interventions, is underpinned by a compassionate, results-driven methodology. This ensures that her clients not only feel understood and cared for throughout their therapeutic journey but also see tangible improvements in their relationships and mental health, instilling a sense of hope and optimism.

    As the author of Modern Love Stories: A Narrative Inquiry of Interracial Couples, Dr. Belle brings a research-based perspective to her work, offering unparalleled insight into the complexities of modern relationships. This emphasis on research and understanding ensures that her clients receive the most comprehensive and effective therapeutic care.

    Located in Newport Beach, CA, Dr. Belle’s practice offers a discreet and supportive environment. This ensures the highest standard of relational care in a secure and comfortable setting, designed to make you feel safe and secure in your therapeutic journey. The emphasis on privacy and comfort is a testament to Dr. Belle’s commitment to providing a nurturing and healing space for her clients, where they can feel safe and supported as they work towards their mental health and relationship goals.

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    Why Choose Dr. Emelina Belle?

    Through advanced, research evidenced-based therapy, I help my clients:

    ✔ Rebuild trust after betrayal – Healing from infidelity, addiction, or emotional wounds, repairing ruptures, and restoring love in the relationship.

    ✔ Deepen emotional & physical intimacy – Restoring emotional safety, and overcoming barriers to closeness.

    ✔ Navigate major life transitions – Successfully manage significant life changes, such as career shifts, marriage, parenthood, or separation, ensuring a smoother journey.

    ✔ Manage high-functioning stress & performance demands – Successfully balancing success with personal fulfillment, achieving a sense of empowerment.

    ✔ Enhance relationship satisfaction – Foster deeper, more meaningful connections, enriching your life and personal growth.

    My Credentials Include:

    ✔ Ph.D. in Marriage & Family Therapy – California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University

    ✔ Harvard Medical School – Global Mental Health & Trauma Recovery, Treating Couples: Surmounting Challenges & Advancing Women’s Health

    ✔ The Gottman Institute – Advanced Couples Therapy, Affairs & Infidelity & PTSD

    ✔ Modern Sex Therapy Institutes – AASECT Certified Sex Therapist

    ✔  Trauma Research Foundation – Traumatic Stress Studies

    ✔ Association of Partners of Sex Addicts Therapists  APSATS – Partner Betrayal Trauma 

     ✔ International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals IITAP -Multiple & Sex Addiction Recovery

    Elite therapy for high-achieving professionals, providing tailored support for relationships and personal growth.

    ✔ Confidential, Boutique-Style Therapy – Private, exclusive, and tailored to your needs.

    ✔ Flexible Scheduling & Premium Saturday Appointments—Designed to accommodate the demanding lifestyles of high-achieving professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs.

    ✔ High-Impact, Research-Based Approaches – We utilize evidence-based modalities that deliver transformation.

    ✔ Expertise in Betrayal Trauma and Couples Therapy – Guiding individuals and couples through healing and reconnection with a deep understanding of the complexities of betrayal trauma. 

    ✔ Luxury-Level, High-Touch Experience – A discreet, premium therapeutic space designed for comfort and effectiveness, where you can relax and focus on your personal growth in a luxurious setting.

    ✔ Personalized Relationship & Life Strategy Plans – Equipping you with actionable tools to create meaningful change.

    ✔ High-Conflict & High-Stress Relationships – Helping partners break toxic cycles and strengthen emotional bonds.

    ✔ Elite Couples Therapy & Pre-Marital Counseling – Equipping couples with skills for long-term success.

    Expertise You Can Trust: Specialized Therapy for Lasting Change

    ✔ Sex Therapy and Intimacy Issues

    ✔ Gottman Method Couples Therapy 

    ✔ Early Recovery Couples Empathy Model

    ✔ Partner Betrayal Trauma 

    ✔ Interracial, Intercultural & Interethnic Couples

    ✔ Complex Trauma Recovery, PTSD 

    ✔ Multiple Addictions Disorders

     ✔ Sex Addiction Recovery

    ✔ Financial Disorders 

     ✔ Chemical Dependency

      ✔ Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues

     ✔ LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy 

    ✔ Perinatal Mental Health and Postpartum 

    ✔  Life Transitions & Identity Challenges

     ✔ Global Mental Health: Trauma and Recovery 

      ✔ Family of Origin Trauma 

      ✔ Grief, Loss & Adjustment Issues 

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    Sex Therapy

    Interracial Couples

    LGBTQIA+ Couples

    Sex Addiction

    Love Addiction

    Partners of Sex Addicts

    Mismatched Sexual Desire

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    GAY COUPLES THERAPY

    RELATIONSHIP RECOVERY & RECONNECTION

    Betrayal Trauma & Sex Addiction

    Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders

    Premarital & Newlywed

    Communication & Conflict Management

    Perinatal Postpartum Depression

    Bringing Baby Home

    Disclosure, Emotional Impact & Restitution

    ERCEM

    Women’s Anxiety & Depression Therapy

    EMDR

    Emotional Restitution

    Formal Therapeutic Disclosure

    Affirming Care for the LGBTQIA2+ Community

    LGBTQIA2+ individuals and couples receive the highest quality of care. Our practices are affirming, inclusive, respectful, and designed to uphold the dignity of every person.