Experiencing sexual trauma can have profound and lasting effects, making support essential for healing. The recovery journey can feel lonely, and survivors may struggle with feelings of shame, self-blame, isolation, low self-worth, post-traumatic stress, and difficulties with intimacy. This virtual support group, designed for female or nonbinary survivors of sexual trauma, offers a safe and compassionate space to process, share, and connect with others who understand. Through this group, you’ll find validation, support, and a sense of community as you navigate your healing journey. LGBTQIA+ folks are welcome here! $65 or pay what you can.
Hosted by Amanda Whitehurst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SEP
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02138
You’ve survived deep wounds—abuse that has shaped how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world. Maybe you struggle with overwhelming emotions, dissociation, panic, or feeling disconnected from your body and identity. You might find yourself in unhealthy relationships, battling self-doubt, or feeling like healing is out of reach. But trauma does not define you. I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual, physical, & emotional abuse reclaim their sense of self using EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and a relational, psychodynamic approach. With nearly a decade of experience, I am here to affirm that healing is possible.
Ready to make significant progress in your trauma healing journey? EMDR Intensives offer a powerful, concentrated approach, allowing you to address deep-rooted challenges in just a few sessions. These personalized, half- or full-day sessions combine comprehensive preparation, focused trauma reprocessing, and tailored follow-up support to help you break through where traditional therapy may take longer. Ideal for those with busy schedules or seeking faster results, intensives provide a safe, supportive environment for profound change. Take the next step toward healing—reach out today to learn more or schedule your personalized EMDR Intensive.
Hosted by Amanda Whitehurst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SEP
Group meets in Cambridge, MA 02140
You’ve survived deep wounds—abuse that has shaped how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world. Maybe you struggle with overwhelming emotions, dissociation, panic, or feeling disconnected from your body and identity. You might find yourself in unhealthy relationships, battling self-doubt, or feeling like healing is out of reach. But trauma does not define you. I specialize in supporting survivors of sexual, physical, & emotional abuse reclaim their sense of self using EMDR, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, and a relational, psychodynamic approach. With nearly a decade of experience, I am here to affirm that healing is possible.
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Do you struggle with unresolved grief or trauma that affects your daily life and relationships? Are you exhausted by intense emotions and feeling stuck? Traditional therapy often prolongs the healing process, leaving you in a cycle of forever therapy. Why wait years to work through your issues when you can do it in a few days or a week? At Check Your Compass, we specialize in intensive counseling sessions designed to provide rapid relief and deep healing. We help you address your pain at its root, offering a transformative experience that can lead to lasting change and emotional freedom.
This is a 10-week online group for men seeking support for trauma and PTSD. This group is for all male-identified participants with trauma histories and it welcomes the full spectrum of manhood, including straight, gay, bi-sexual, queer, cisgender, and trans men. It is also designed to meet the needs a wide range of traumatic experiences (e.g. combat trauma, sexual assault, emotional abuse). Groups include psycho-education on trauma & PTSD as well as group dialogue facilitated by two trauma therapists.
I offer holistic & evidenced-based psychotherapy services informed by Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Together we would help you build a more authentic relationship to yourself by cultivating greater self-acceptance and self-compassion. In freeing yourself of inner conflicts, you can shed symptoms/psychological suffering and embrace a fuller life that is more in touch with your personal values. To help build a healing relationship with you, I will carefully consider your social/cultural background and how it has shaped both your strengths and struggles.
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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.