Professionally led and clinically focused PROCESS GROUPS FOR MEN. A supportive, yet rigorous environment created for men who struggle with intimacy and relating to others. Honest vulnerability, and the courage to face one's own inadequacy and paradoxically one's surprising sufficiency as men, is required. An excellent extension of a client's 12 Step Group work; accountability group work; Marriage or Individual counseling. The focus will be on one's personal narrative and connecting the historical choices to deaden and harden one's heart (at great detriment to ourselves) and CURRENT self-defeating strategies, negatively impacting our relationships today.
Professionally led and clinically focused PROCESS GROUPS FOR MEN. A supportive, yet rigorous environment created for men who struggle with intimacy and relating to others. Honest vulnerability, and the courage to face one's own inadequacy and paradoxically one's surprising sufficiency as men, is required. An excellent extension of a client's 12 Step Group work; accountability group work; Marriage or Individual counseling. The focus will be on one's personal narrative and connecting the historical choices to deaden and harden one's heart (at great detriment to ourselves) and CURRENT self-defeating strategies, negatively impacting our relationships today.
A 12 week in-person group with a maximum 8 individuals who desire to take new steps toward healing by learning how to incorporate their memories and coping into more helpful approaches for reconnection in all areas of daily life. Each session provides outlets for overcoming unwanted, negative beliefs, as well as reduce trauma's emotional isolation and build mutual acceptance and empathy. For further information or registration instructions, please email Samantha Bowling, samanatha@haventraumacenter.com.
A 12 week in-person group with a maximum 8 individuals who desire to take new steps toward healing by learning how to incorporate their memories and coping into more helpful approaches for reconnection in all areas of daily life. Each session provides outlets for overcoming unwanted, negative beliefs, as well as reduce trauma's emotional isolation and build mutual acceptance and empathy. For further information or registration instructions, please email Samantha Bowling, samanatha@haventraumacenter.com.
A PROCESS GROUP for WOMEN SEEKING to HEAL from BETRAYAL! From the most intimate and extreme to the most casual and oblique, BETRAYAL GOES THROUGH OUR SYSTEM THE SAME WAY. Women of Whimsy and Strength Groups are a safe, healthy, yet rigorous place for women to begin to articulate the trauma and heartache of a relationship harmed by unfaithfulness. Professionally led and clinically focused by experienced facilitators to avoid the paralysis of bitterness and move clients from devastated and overwhelmed to dignified sorrow and strength. Am I a fool to stay? A bitch to leave? What does wisdom look like?
A PROCESS GROUP for WOMEN SEEKING to HEAL from BETRAYAL! From the most intimate and extreme to the most casual and oblique, BETRAYAL GOES THROUGH OUR SYSTEM THE SAME WAY. Women of Whimsy and Strength Groups are a safe, healthy, yet rigorous place for women to begin to articulate the trauma and heartache of a relationship harmed by unfaithfulness. Professionally led and clinically focused by experienced facilitators to avoid the paralysis of bitterness and move clients from devastated and overwhelmed to dignified sorrow and strength. Am I a fool to stay? A bitch to leave? What does wisdom look like?
This 12 week closed group for women impacted by betrayal trauma encourages healing in a community with others who under that betrayal by a intimate partner causes serious emotional overwhelm, grief, isolation, and distrust in self and others. This supportive and structured group offers a path for members to acknowledge betrayal more clearly, manage triggers and emotional symptoms, embrace self-worth, and rebuild confidence and trust through healthy boundaries as well as create a vision of future hope. Begins September 8. Registration required. Email samantha@haventraumacenter.com for more information.
This 12 week closed group for women impacted by betrayal trauma encourages healing in a community with others who under that betrayal by a intimate partner causes serious emotional overwhelm, grief, isolation, and distrust in self and others. This supportive and structured group offers a path for members to acknowledge betrayal more clearly, manage triggers and emotional symptoms, embrace self-worth, and rebuild confidence and trust through healthy boundaries as well as create a vision of future hope. Begins September 8. Registration required. Email samantha@haventraumacenter.com for more information.
Sexual Trauma Restoration Group is for women who have experienced sexual betrayal, shame, or violation. This is an ONLINE group, which is best for those who have some grounding and are ready for restoration (not acute trauma). This group will incorporate spirituality, and is best for those who have some sense of spiritual belief in God/Higher Power, even if you are struggling with faith. We will start with strengthening & nature of trauma, then focus on the damage of sexual trauma & the process of restoration. Next group start: mid-January 2025.
Hosted by Natalie R Huston
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28210
Sexual Trauma Restoration Group is for women who have experienced sexual betrayal, shame, or violation. This is an ONLINE group, which is best for those who have some grounding and are ready for restoration (not acute trauma). This group will incorporate spirituality, and is best for those who have some sense of spiritual belief in God/Higher Power, even if you are struggling with faith. We will start with strengthening & nature of trauma, then focus on the damage of sexual trauma & the process of restoration. Next group start: mid-January 2025.
A restorative group for teens who've experienced sexual Shame, Violation, Harm, Abuse, Powerlessness, or Betrayal. A safe and confidential place to explore and process the impact of trauma and journey toward healing. Learn coping skills, receive whole-person care, and discover restoration. This is a faith-affirming group from a sensitive (non-judgmental, ok with spiritual struggles) Christian perspective. Currently taking interest for the next group. Call Natalie at 980-253-9841 for more information. This is an online video telehealth group.
Hosted by Natalie R Huston
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28210
A restorative group for teens who've experienced sexual Shame, Violation, Harm, Abuse, Powerlessness, or Betrayal. A safe and confidential place to explore and process the impact of trauma and journey toward healing. Learn coping skills, receive whole-person care, and discover restoration. This is a faith-affirming group from a sensitive (non-judgmental, ok with spiritual struggles) Christian perspective. Currently taking interest for the next group. Call Natalie at 980-253-9841 for more information. This is an online video telehealth group.
Online Groups
This group will use the CBT model to challenge the thoughts, feelings and beliefs as a result of the incident. It will help identify their stuck points and aware of how their automatic thoughts keeps them stuck. This will be in a comfortable nonthreatening atmosphere. Clients will have been through individual therapy to address the incident before attending the group. They will have a full understanding of the model.
Hosted by Dr. Cathy E Pickett
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LCMHC, LCAS, CCTP
Group meets in Greensboro, NC 27408
This group will use the CBT model to challenge the thoughts, feelings and beliefs as a result of the incident. It will help identify their stuck points and aware of how their automatic thoughts keeps them stuck. This will be in a comfortable nonthreatening atmosphere. Clients will have been through individual therapy to address the incident before attending the group. They will have a full understanding of the model.
Want to get ready for deep trauma work quickly, or even to do the work quickly, without it costing too much? EMDR intensives offer the quick breakthrough opportunities of weeks of therapy in hours or days, whether to prepare for deeper therapy or to do that deeper therapy, and can be offered in group settings to mitigate costs to less than weekly EMDR sessions. There’s no waitlist beyond having enough participants on the roster! Group is available online, so anyone located in NC is eligible.
Hosted by James Andrew Sewell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
Want to get ready for deep trauma work quickly, or even to do the work quickly, without it costing too much? EMDR intensives offer the quick breakthrough opportunities of weeks of therapy in hours or days, whether to prepare for deeper therapy or to do that deeper therapy, and can be offered in group settings to mitigate costs to less than weekly EMDR sessions. There’s no waitlist beyond having enough participants on the roster! Group is available online, so anyone located in NC is eligible.
Blueprint Counseling provides intentional, evidence-based therapy for children, teens, adults, and families. We support clients with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and trauma. Blueprint was designed to reduce barriers to care by working directly with insurance and offering flexible self-pay options. Services are delivered through thoughtful, consistent care, including telehealth when appropriate. In addition to general therapy, we offer specialized trauma-informed treatment, including sexual trauma services. Our approach emphasizes clarity, safety, skill-building, and lasting progress.
Blueprint Counseling provides intentional, evidence-based therapy for children, teens, adults, and families. We support clients with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and trauma. Blueprint was designed to reduce barriers to care by working directly with insurance and offering flexible self-pay options. Services are delivered through thoughtful, consistent care, including telehealth when appropriate. In addition to general therapy, we offer specialized trauma-informed treatment, including sexual trauma services. Our approach emphasizes clarity, safety, skill-building, and lasting progress.
For Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse and other Traumas. Finally unleash the suppressed emotions, hurt and pain of previous trauma and learn to channel that energy for a more uplifting and enlightening future. Starts back July 202o if enough participants
Hosted by Creative Counseling and Wellness Center Corp
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHCS, LCAS, CRC, CCS
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
For Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse and other Traumas. Finally unleash the suppressed emotions, hurt and pain of previous trauma and learn to channel that energy for a more uplifting and enlightening future. Starts back July 202o if enough participants
Let’s work together to move from surviving to thriving. What You Can Expect: A safe, affirming, and non-judgmental space to increase coping and understand the impact of trauma. Cost: Insurance accepted (see list) or sliding scale available. Insurance Accepted: Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Anthem, Oxford, Oscar, Carelon, Quest, Horizon BCBS, BCBS MA, BCBS NC, UHC Medicare Advantage. HELD VIRTUALLY TO ENSURE PRIVACY AND FLEXIBILITY.
Hosted by Pamala T Love
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, TF-CBT
Group meets in Salisbury, NC 28144
Let’s work together to move from surviving to thriving. What You Can Expect: A safe, affirming, and non-judgmental space to increase coping and understand the impact of trauma. Cost: Insurance accepted (see list) or sliding scale available. Insurance Accepted: Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Anthem, Oxford, Oscar, Carelon, Quest, Horizon BCBS, BCBS MA, BCBS NC, UHC Medicare Advantage. HELD VIRTUALLY TO ENSURE PRIVACY AND FLEXIBILITY.
At Heart of Peace Counseling our licensed therapists provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals, couples, and families. We specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation using proven modalities such as DBT, EMDR, and TF-CBT. For clients seeking a Christian perspective, we integrate faith into the therapeutic process with sensitivity and respect. We offer both in-person and telehealth sessions in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. Wherever you are on your journey, we’re here to walk alongside you. Healing is possible—reach out today to take your first step.
Hosted by Patricia Bryant-Renfro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, LCAS-A
Group meets in Hickory, NC 28601
At Heart of Peace Counseling our licensed therapists provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals, couples, and families. We specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation using proven modalities such as DBT, EMDR, and TF-CBT. For clients seeking a Christian perspective, we integrate faith into the therapeutic process with sensitivity and respect. We offer both in-person and telehealth sessions in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. Wherever you are on your journey, we’re here to walk alongside you. Healing is possible—reach out today to take your first step.
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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.