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  • Rose & Thorn: Women’s Partner Betrayal Trauma Group

    Healing through the thorns, blooming in strength.

    If you have experienced the pain of betrayal, whether from infidelity or sexual addiction, Rose & Thorn is here to help you heal. This 10-week, trauma-informed support group offers a safe space for women seeking emotional healing, self-empowerment, and long-term recovery.

    Led by a Ph.D., American Board-Certified Diplomate Sexologist, this structured program combines Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), neuroscience, and trauma-informed recovery strategies to provide practical tools for emotional stabilization, boundary setting, and building resilience.

    What you will gain:

    ✅ Deep understanding of the impact of betrayal trauma’s emotional and physiological effects

    ✅ Self-regulation techniques for managing emotional distress and trauma triggers.

    ✅ Tools for managing distress and emotional overwhelm

    ✅ Strengthened self-advocacy skills and boundaries in relationships

    ✅ Explore the effects of psychological manipulation and toxic patterns like gaslighting and trauma bonding.

    ✅ A path to engaging in grief recovery and rebuilding your sense of self.

    ✅ Development of identity rebuilding for long-term healing.

    This is more than a support group—it is a transformative experience where you will find connection, growth, and strength alongside women who truly understand.

    🔹 Start your healing journey today and bloom in strength with us. 🔹

    Infidelity, Women, Relationship Issues, Complex Trauma and PTSD

    Resource Books: Betrayal Bind by Michelle Mays

    Unleashing Your Power: Moving Through the Trauma of Partner Betrayal, Carol Juergensen Sheets

    Support Group Cost: $80 per session 80-minutes

    Registration: Please email to schedule an assessment, screening, and registration for the group at [email protected].

    Monday, March 3, 5:30 pm- 6:50 pm

    Tuesday, March 4, 11:00 am-12:50 pm

    1151 Dove Street, Suite 100, Newport Beach, CA 92660  (949) 257-2759

    Dr. Emelina Bellé, PhD, LMFT, CST, CPTT, CCPS, CCTP-II, RACS,  PMH-C, CSAT,  CMAT-ED, CMAT-FD

    AAMFT Clinical Fellow American Association Marriage and Family Therapists

    American Board-Certified Diplomate Sexologist

    American Board-Certified Clinical Sexologist #22248

    Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist LMFT#135254

    AASECT Certified Sex Therapist (CST)

    Certified Partner Trauma Therapist (CPTT)

    Certified Clinical Partner Specialist (CCPS)

    Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II)

    Rainbow Advocate Certified Specialist (RACS)

    Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C)

    Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT)

    Certified Multiple Addictions Therapist – Eating Disorders, Financial Disorders (CMAT-ED, CMAT-FD)

    California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP), Alliant International University, PhD

    Harvard Medical School – Global Mental Health: Trauma and Recovery Certificate Program, Advancing Women’s Health: A 2024 Update, Treating Couples: Surmounting Challenges, Understanding Depression

    International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP)

    Association of Partners of Sex Addicts Trauma Specialists (APSATS)