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Welcome to The Heart Place

 

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"It is easier to say 'My tooth is aching' than to say 'My heart is broken'"

-C.S. Lewis

 

 

Professional Therapy Services for Christian Couples

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Meet Amanda

Specialized in Couples Therapy

Marital dissatisfaction and the feeling of being disconnected from your spouse can weigh heavily on both your heart and your quality of life. However, I believe that with faith and the use of sound therapeutic tools, healing and restoration are always possible. I want to offer you the opportunity to find relief from struggles that may be limiting the joy and fulfillment in your marriage. I’ve had the privilege of guiding many couples through life’s toughest challenges, helping them rediscover love, friendship, and a more peaceful life with one another. Together, we can work toward rebuilding a marriage that works.

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I specialize in marital issues including building trust after betrayal, discovering shared meaning and goals, and "re-getting to know one another." I primarily use the Gottman Method as the framework for my therapy with couples: a practical, data-backed approach focused on rebuilding relationships from the ground up.

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Why Choose The Heart Place?

Tailored Relationship Therapy Can Help With

Spiritual Connection

Nurturing spiritual connection is a key aspect of this therapy. The Heart Place offers guidance to help couples strengthen their faith and bond spiritually, creating a deeper connection within their relationship.  This is done through an exploration of shared values and  establishing meaningful rituals.

Trust and Intimacy

Building trust and intimacy is crucial in a healthy Christian relationship. I provide tools such as the concept of "Turning Toward Instead of Away" and building "Love Maps" along with a supportive environment to address trust issues and enhance emotional closeness.

Conflict Resolution

Healthy conflict management is an important aspect of having a healthy, fulfilling, God-honoring relationship.  The Gottman Method is used to navigate "Dreams Within Conflicts" and to lovingly honor those dreams in a gentle, respectful way

Growth and Renewal

The Heart Place will support you and your spouse harness each of your unique strengths, passions, and goals for the future (shared and individual).  This will lead to renewed hope and a stronger foundation for your relationship.  

Emotional Healing

Emotional healing is a fundamental part of this therapy. This therapeutic process will assist couples in processing past hurts and traumas including affairs, betrayal, and feelings of abandonment.  A Christ-centered approach to the "Atone, Attune, Attach" technique is used.

Communication Issues

Effective communication is essential for a healthy relationship.  This therapy  addresses communication challenges through the practice of expressing fondness and admiration and by using a positive perspective toward your spouse.  

Endorsements

Amanda's approach can be described as empathetic, warm and strength-based. She is able to create an environment where her clients can feel safe and openly share what is troubling them and therefore experience relief from their symptoms.

 

-Renee Ward, LCSW

Amanda is great at helping couples strengthen their relationship and work through struggles they are faced with. I highly recommend working with her!

 

-Elaine Luna Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Amanda is an amazing therapist with a warm heart and a highly knowledgable background. When you work with her you get the best of care.

 

-Ameeta Dadlani, LPCC

Payments Accepted

 

All major credit cards are accepted for services

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In some cases, insurance can be used to cover the cost of therapy (pending assessment and determination of medical necessity).  The following insurance providers are accepted:​​

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Contact Information

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Phone

(714)805-6163

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