Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Hosted by Sara Betancourt
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Group meets in Paramus, NJ 07652
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Group for Women who have suffered the trauma of sexual abuse and have a desire to discuss the painful memories and emotions that continue to be problematic in leading a healthy life.
Hosted by Linda Ann Dimatteo
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Group meets in Woolwich Township, NJ 08085
Group for Women who have suffered the trauma of sexual abuse and have a desire to discuss the painful memories and emotions that continue to be problematic in leading a healthy life.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with women who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with women who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with women who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
Hosted by Anna Tseytlina
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT
Group meets in Paramus, NJ 07652
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with women who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
This closed, 10-week virtual group for women ages 23–30 provides a safe, confidential space to heal from experiences of physical, sexual, or psychological abuse. Members meet weekly to learn practical coping skills, understand and manage triggers, and build healthier relationship patterns. The group focuses on stabilization, self-compassion, and forward movement rather than retelling traumatic events. Through guided discussion and skill building, participants develop tools for emotional regulation, boundary setting, and self-care. A consistent group of members fosters trust, connection, and community, supporting each woman’s individual pathway toward resilience and healing.
This closed, 10-week virtual group for women ages 23–30 provides a safe, confidential space to heal from experiences of physical, sexual, or psychological abuse. Members meet weekly to learn practical coping skills, understand and manage triggers, and build healthier relationship patterns. The group focuses on stabilization, self-compassion, and forward movement rather than retelling traumatic events. Through guided discussion and skill building, participants develop tools for emotional regulation, boundary setting, and self-care. A consistent group of members fosters trust, connection, and community, supporting each woman’s individual pathway toward resilience and healing.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with women who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with women who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Isolation and disconnection are at the core of a survivor's experience of sexual violence. Connecting with others who have had similar experiences can help an individual build relationships and trust. The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, whether the history of sexual assault or abuse occurred recently or in the past.
Traumatic experiences can significantly affect both physical and emotional well-being. This group provides a safe and supportive environment for survivors to share their experiences of recovery, offer mutual support, and enhance coping skills. Participants can gain hope from those with similar life journeys, find emotional relief from anxiety and loneliness, and develop supportive friendships. This is a therapist-led group focusing on acceptance without judgment, and all are welcome to find connection and community on their personal path to healing.
Traumatic experiences can significantly affect both physical and emotional well-being. This group provides a safe and supportive environment for survivors to share their experiences of recovery, offer mutual support, and enhance coping skills. Participants can gain hope from those with similar life journeys, find emotional relief from anxiety and loneliness, and develop supportive friendships. This is a therapist-led group focusing on acceptance without judgment, and all are welcome to find connection and community on their personal path to healing.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with women who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
Hosted by Courtney Angeles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Paramus, NJ 07652
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with women who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
This is a new group that will be starting on Monday, 2/5/24 and run through Monday, 4/29/24. It will be a combination psychoeducation and psychotherapy group that will teach the principles of religious trauma syndrome to enable the clients to have an understanding of the religious trauma syndrome that they have experienced. It will also be a group that will explore the members complex trauma backgrounds, including their backgrounds, as well as their histories of religious and spiritual abuse. The group is open to adult men and women.
Hosted by Dr. Pam Pater-Ennis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MDiv
Group meets in Teaneck, NJ 07666
This is a new group that will be starting on Monday, 2/5/24 and run through Monday, 4/29/24. It will be a combination psychoeducation and psychotherapy group that will teach the principles of religious trauma syndrome to enable the clients to have an understanding of the religious trauma syndrome that they have experienced. It will also be a group that will explore the members complex trauma backgrounds, including their backgrounds, as well as their histories of religious and spiritual abuse. The group is open to adult men and women.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with men who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
Hosted by Stephen J. Oreski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, DSW
Group meets in Paramus, NJ 07652
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with men who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with men who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with men who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
Join this group for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. This supportive, non-judgmental space is an incredible get together of courageous people that promotes healing. The friendly and supportive peer interactions can reverse the isolating effects of trauma. No previous therapy required to join. This virtual group will meet weekly and can help you connect with others that share similar experiences. $100 per week. Please call for more details.
For those adult survivors of sexual abuse out there, we can do this healing work together.
Join this group for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. This supportive, non-judgmental space is an incredible get together of courageous people that promotes healing. The friendly and supportive peer interactions can reverse the isolating effects of trauma. No previous therapy required to join. This virtual group will meet weekly and can help you connect with others that share similar experiences. $100 per week. Please call for more details.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with men who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
The group experience has been found to be a powerful healing tool, Our support group is an opportunity to share your story in a safe and confidential place with men who will believe you and who can relate. Each group session will revolve around a theme (e.g., sharing of strengths, coping skills, guided activities and discussions, wellness and self-care work, and writing exercises), and activities will focus on helping survivors come together to explore and process their feelings about their trauma, as well as sharing coping mechanisms that assist in the healing process.
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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.