Sexual Abuse Support Groups in Orange County, CA
Debbie Freeman
Those who have experienced being victimized desperately need to talk with others. In my practice we offer a support group for Victims of Crime and offer you trusted space to re-establish your integrity and sense of control through being with ...
Hosted by Debbie A. Freeman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Seal Beach, CA 90740
Those who have experienced being victimized desperately need to talk with others. In my practice we offer a support group for Victims of Crime and offer you trusted space to re-establish your integrity and sense of control through being with ...
Art of Healing Ourselves (for healers)
This ongoing small group provides trainees, interns and therapists with experiential process healing and awareness and working through of countertransference via arts, poetry, imagery and more.
This ongoing small group provides trainees, interns and therapists with experiential process healing and awareness and working through of countertransference via arts, poetry, imagery and more.
Equine Assisted Therapy
Hosted by Nicolas Silva
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Huntington Beach, CA 92648
AMAC (Adults Molested as Children)
The AMAC group is a safe place for those dealing with the childhood trauma of
sexual abuse
. Its purpose is to provide a place where there can be process, encouragement and healing supported by experienced therapeutic guidance, Confidentiality is a ...
The AMAC group is a safe place for those dealing with the childhood trauma of
sexual abuse
. Its purpose is to provide a place where there can be process, encouragement and healing supported by experienced therapeutic guidance, Confidentiality is a ...
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Sexual Abuse Support Groups
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.
What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Orange County Support Groups and Group Therapy both offer a safe place to explore important issues. It is important, however, to understand the difference between the two.
Group therapy in Orange County is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.
Support groups in Orange County are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.
Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
Group therapy in Orange County is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.
Support groups in Orange County are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.
Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.