Sexual Abuse Therapists in 12561

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Valerie Linet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Paltz, NY 12561
With 20 years in the field, I specialize in relational issues, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, sexual assault, illness, and grief/loss.
I offer an integrative approach to growth and healing using traditional talk therapy and body-centered modalities. My work honors the wholeness of each person and their innate power to heal themselves. I strive to create a safe and courageous environment where the qualities of curiosity, acceptance, and compassion are present. I appreciate that race, gender, sexual orientation, class, and other identities impact our life experience. I am attentive to social traumas, and support clients in healing such wounds to live more freely. I know first-hand, as a client myself, how transformative a collaborative therapeutic relationship can be
With 20 years in the field, I specialize in relational issues, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, sexual assault, illness, and grief/loss.
I offer an integrative approach to growth and healing using traditional talk therapy and body-centered modalities. My work honors the wholeness of each person and their innate power to heal themselves. I strive to create a safe and courageous environment where the qualities of curiosity, acceptance, and compassion are present. I appreciate that race, gender, sexual orientation, class, and other identities impact our life experience. I am attentive to social traumas, and support clients in healing such wounds to live more freely. I know first-hand, as a client myself, how transformative a collaborative therapeutic relationship can be
(845) 458-8651 View (845) 458-8651
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Deirdre Malinske
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Paltz, NY 12561  (Online Only)
I'm skilled in work that includes experienced trauma from oppression, family, intimate partners, sexual assault, and emotional abuse.
My goal is to help you create deeper wells of safety, strength, and joy through non-judgmental understanding of yourself and your environments, and exploring new patterns, experiences, and meanings. This can support you in changing, coping, and thriving where you want to. I approach my work with humility, respect, and a genuine desire to connect. I see therapy as a way to help ourselves navigate the complex web of personal, social, and relational dynamics that shape our lives. These dynamics can be helpful and harmful, and are often interlocking and rooted in ways we have learned to keep ourselves safe and find our joy.
I'm skilled in work that includes experienced trauma from oppression, family, intimate partners, sexual assault, and emotional abuse.
My goal is to help you create deeper wells of safety, strength, and joy through non-judgmental understanding of yourself and your environments, and exploring new patterns, experiences, and meanings. This can support you in changing, coping, and thriving where you want to. I approach my work with humility, respect, and a genuine desire to connect. I see therapy as a way to help ourselves navigate the complex web of personal, social, and relational dynamics that shape our lives. These dynamics can be helpful and harmful, and are often interlocking and rooted in ways we have learned to keep ourselves safe and find our joy.
(845) 447-0359 View (845) 447-0359
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Linda Erman Creative Somatic Therapy For Trauma
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Paltz, NY 12561  (Online Only)
Negative or traumatic experiences from the past get encoded in our bodies. When these neurons get triggered, our positive present mindset gets blasted by echoes of past fear. Old, stuck anxiety shape-shifts into not-great coping habits. Old, stuck depression whispers that it's dumb to future plan, unsafe to dream. Since this embodied stress speaks "sensation" , the language of the body, verbal therapy alone can't help our bodies know that the past is really, truly in the past. So we project our fear into the future. Pass it down to our kids. Spread it out into the world. I work with people who would like to be done with all that.
Negative or traumatic experiences from the past get encoded in our bodies. When these neurons get triggered, our positive present mindset gets blasted by echoes of past fear. Old, stuck anxiety shape-shifts into not-great coping habits. Old, stuck depression whispers that it's dumb to future plan, unsafe to dream. Since this embodied stress speaks "sensation" , the language of the body, verbal therapy alone can't help our bodies know that the past is really, truly in the past. So we project our fear into the future. Pass it down to our kids. Spread it out into the world. I work with people who would like to be done with all that.
(845) 208-8689 View (845) 208-8689
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Sharon Hoferer
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Paltz, NY 12561  (Online Only)
Sometimes in life we find ourselves feeling lost or alone on our journey. We each need to know that someone will be there to help us find our way.
Sometimes in life we find ourselves feeling lost or alone on our journey. We each need to know that someone will be there to help us find our way.
(845) 237-5065 View (845) 237-5065
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Susan Krauss
Master Social Work, LMSW
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561
I use mindfulness, energy psychology, EFT, to relieve stress, heal trauma, anxiety, relationships. We work collaboratively, listening to conflicting parts and needs, discovering how to integrate these parts to fulfill your unique potential, talents, and power, learning to recognize and transform blocks to their fulfillment. With those who wish to explore spiritual aspects, we look at the meaning of experience, including mindfulness meditation, teachings from all religions, radical acceptance, emotional intelligence. We work on many levels, from practical decision making; connecting past and present issues; symptom abatement and coping skills, goal setting; to a spiritual search for the authentic self and its means of expression.
I use mindfulness, energy psychology, EFT, to relieve stress, heal trauma, anxiety, relationships. We work collaboratively, listening to conflicting parts and needs, discovering how to integrate these parts to fulfill your unique potential, talents, and power, learning to recognize and transform blocks to their fulfillment. With those who wish to explore spiritual aspects, we look at the meaning of experience, including mindfulness meditation, teachings from all religions, radical acceptance, emotional intelligence. We work on many levels, from practical decision making; connecting past and present issues; symptom abatement and coping skills, goal setting; to a spiritual search for the authentic self and its means of expression.
(845) 393-9316 View (845) 393-9316
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Michelle Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561  (Online Only)
My approach is collaborative and compassionate in nature. I will work with you step by step to create and accomplish realistic and attainable goals that match the vision you have for your life. I want to understand where each of my clients are coming from so that I can work to provide well-informed, culturally sensitive care, unique to each client's individual needs. I am experienced in working with trauma, depression, anxiety, panic disorder, addiction, compulsive behaviors, and many other mental health issues.
My approach is collaborative and compassionate in nature. I will work with you step by step to create and accomplish realistic and attainable goals that match the vision you have for your life. I want to understand where each of my clients are coming from so that I can work to provide well-informed, culturally sensitive care, unique to each client's individual needs. I am experienced in working with trauma, depression, anxiety, panic disorder, addiction, compulsive behaviors, and many other mental health issues.
(845) 547-0311 View (845) 547-0311
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Soren Beck
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Paltz, NY 12561
My name is Soren and I work with children and adults of all ages to help people grow in whatever directions feel the most authentic to them. If you are feeling misunderstood, lost, trapped, or alone, my practice is a safe space for you. Many times we hide our deepest truths from others and even from ourselves in order to keep moving forward and not make a fuss or ignite difficult emotions. However, this denies us the chance for a more full and connected life. Life is hard, beautiful, and confusing. In my work we learn to hold space for all of these truths and explore them honestly.
My name is Soren and I work with children and adults of all ages to help people grow in whatever directions feel the most authentic to them. If you are feeling misunderstood, lost, trapped, or alone, my practice is a safe space for you. Many times we hide our deepest truths from others and even from ourselves in order to keep moving forward and not make a fuss or ignite difficult emotions. However, this denies us the chance for a more full and connected life. Life is hard, beautiful, and confusing. In my work we learn to hold space for all of these truths and explore them honestly.
(845) 478-7608 x1 View (845) 478-7608 x1
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Infinity Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New Paltz, NY 12561
We are now accepting new clients! Whatever your struggle may be at this time, you do not need to face it alone. Often times we can become overwhelmed with our circumstances, we can feel down about who we are, or we allow fear to block us from reaching our full potential. If you want more for yourself, then join us on a path of gradually creating a new way of being in the world. Infinity Mental Health Counseling is a group practice in New Paltz with professional, qualified and compassionate mental health counselors ready to help!
We are now accepting new clients! Whatever your struggle may be at this time, you do not need to face it alone. Often times we can become overwhelmed with our circumstances, we can feel down about who we are, or we allow fear to block us from reaching our full potential. If you want more for yourself, then join us on a path of gradually creating a new way of being in the world. Infinity Mental Health Counseling is a group practice in New Paltz with professional, qualified and compassionate mental health counselors ready to help!
(845) 367-4954 View (845) 367-4954
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Michelle Lovett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, E-RYT
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561  (Online Only)
With every moment and each breath there is potential to discover something new and heal something old. It is my deep commitment to experience the newness of each moment, and to guide others in opening to the unknown. Learn to identify and detach from old thought patterns and belief systems. Begin to release emotional pain using your wisdom, your body and your connection to divine energy. Through psychotherapy, meditation, movement, breath-work and other creative practices you can journey through your past and into your presence to discover the place where your expression in this world most authentically represents the whole of you.
With every moment and each breath there is potential to discover something new and heal something old. It is my deep commitment to experience the newness of each moment, and to guide others in opening to the unknown. Learn to identify and detach from old thought patterns and belief systems. Begin to release emotional pain using your wisdom, your body and your connection to divine energy. Through psychotherapy, meditation, movement, breath-work and other creative practices you can journey through your past and into your presence to discover the place where your expression in this world most authentically represents the whole of you.
(917) 832-1333 View (917) 832-1333
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Bonnie Hirschhorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LP, NCPsyA, LCSW, LCAT, BC-ATR
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561
Bonnie Hirschhorn is a highly skilled therapist with two masters degrees in Art Therapy and in Social Work. She has advanced training in couples therapy, hypnosis, psychodrama, and expressive psychoanalysis. She is NY State Licensed in three areas, as an Art Therapist, Social Worker, Psychoanalyst and is a Certified Imago Couple's Therapist.
Bonnie Hirschhorn is a highly skilled therapist with two masters degrees in Art Therapy and in Social Work. She has advanced training in couples therapy, hypnosis, psychodrama, and expressive psychoanalysis. She is NY State Licensed in three areas, as an Art Therapist, Social Worker, Psychoanalyst and is a Certified Imago Couple's Therapist.
(646) 351-1898 View (646) 351-1898
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Lauren Remer
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561  (Online Only)
Counseling works best when the focus is on getting back to yourself. It is a space to seek guidance, introspection, and wellness all geared around your own unique strengths, interests, and needs. Counseling is not about "fixing" you, it's about exploring and connecting with your own capabilities to bring you the wellness you deserve.
Counseling works best when the focus is on getting back to yourself. It is a space to seek guidance, introspection, and wellness all geared around your own unique strengths, interests, and needs. Counseling is not about "fixing" you, it's about exploring and connecting with your own capabilities to bring you the wellness you deserve.
(845) 299-9375 View (845) 299-9375
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Rebecca Nidorf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, SFFCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Paltz, NY 12561
Let me help you to find clarity, authenticity, and courage in your relationships, your professional life and your personal journey. I provide a free phone consultation where you will be able to explore my background, modalities and experience. I have been treating people clinically for over 25 years. I am passionate about my work and love seeing my clients successfully engage in therapy. Nothing is more exciting to me than watching my clients make powerful life changes.
Let me help you to find clarity, authenticity, and courage in your relationships, your professional life and your personal journey. I provide a free phone consultation where you will be able to explore my background, modalities and experience. I have been treating people clinically for over 25 years. I am passionate about my work and love seeing my clients successfully engage in therapy. Nothing is more exciting to me than watching my clients make powerful life changes.
(845) 397-1286 View (845) 397-1286
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Roseanne C Vecchione
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, R-LCSW, ACSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561
I work with individuals seeking to enhance their opportunities for growth in professional, and personal arenas, as well as with those currently struggling through emotional and mental challenges. Techniques include Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytic, Cognitive Behavioral and Mindfulness Techniques for Individuals and Couples. Please visit my web-site www.upper-east-psychotherapy.com. Sessions are offered via Telehealth (we see and hear one another) using a secure medical web-portal that is HIPPA compliant.
I work with individuals seeking to enhance their opportunities for growth in professional, and personal arenas, as well as with those currently struggling through emotional and mental challenges. Techniques include Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytic, Cognitive Behavioral and Mindfulness Techniques for Individuals and Couples. Please visit my web-site www.upper-east-psychotherapy.com. Sessions are offered via Telehealth (we see and hear one another) using a secure medical web-portal that is HIPPA compliant.
(646) 798-7167 View (646) 798-7167
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Andrea Singer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical psychologist offering trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapy to individuals. My clinical practice focuses on working with those who have experienced traumas ranging from single incidents, to identity-based traumas, to traumatizing childhood contexts. I also routinely see patients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and identity-related issues. Most of my patients have difficulty tolerating strong emotions and have interpersonal issues or an unstable sense of themselves. Whatever challenges you might be experiencing, you can expect to be treated with sensitivity, respect, compassion, and without judgment.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist offering trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapy to individuals. My clinical practice focuses on working with those who have experienced traumas ranging from single incidents, to identity-based traumas, to traumatizing childhood contexts. I also routinely see patients who struggle with anxiety, depression, and identity-related issues. Most of my patients have difficulty tolerating strong emotions and have interpersonal issues or an unstable sense of themselves. Whatever challenges you might be experiencing, you can expect to be treated with sensitivity, respect, compassion, and without judgment.
(845) 999-1042 View (845) 999-1042
Claudine Craig
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561
I work with children, adolescents and adults. I consider the importance of building a safe, supportive relationship to help individuals, couples and families overcome various challenges in life. I address trauma issues, substance abuse challenges, eating disorders, anxiety, stress and depression. I provide anger management and I offer psychological testing. I work in conjunction with schools, lawyers and the court. I consider a variety of therapeutic approaches, I address relaxation techniques, and I value empowering client's strengths and work to help individuals live more meaningful, productive lives.
I work with children, adolescents and adults. I consider the importance of building a safe, supportive relationship to help individuals, couples and families overcome various challenges in life. I address trauma issues, substance abuse challenges, eating disorders, anxiety, stress and depression. I provide anger management and I offer psychological testing. I work in conjunction with schools, lawyers and the court. I consider a variety of therapeutic approaches, I address relaxation techniques, and I value empowering client's strengths and work to help individuals live more meaningful, productive lives.
(646) 699-4766 View (646) 699-4766
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Pierrette T Farber
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients who are struggling with a wide variety of issues. I utilize a solution focused approach to help you idenfity your goal & create a plan to reach it- individually, as a couple or as a family. I am known for my expertise with both children and adults who are struggling with Bipolar, Depression and Anxiety, Addictions and co-occurring disorders. I work with family members whose lives are affected by thier loved ones mental health/substance use struggles. Whenever possible and appropriate I use a family systems approach. I have extensive training in trauma , co÷occurring dosorders and women in life transition.
I work with clients who are struggling with a wide variety of issues. I utilize a solution focused approach to help you idenfity your goal & create a plan to reach it- individually, as a couple or as a family. I am known for my expertise with both children and adults who are struggling with Bipolar, Depression and Anxiety, Addictions and co-occurring disorders. I work with family members whose lives are affected by thier loved ones mental health/substance use struggles. Whenever possible and appropriate I use a family systems approach. I have extensive training in trauma , co÷occurring dosorders and women in life transition.
(845) 384-1108 View (845) 384-1108
Photo of Jennifer Strano, LCSWR, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Jennifer Strano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Paltz, NY 12561
Now accepting new clients, evenings and weekends. Helping clients work through issues of trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues has been my passion for 20 years. My clients tell me, they find the work we do validating, supportive and at times challenging. You will lead the healing journey, I'm here to support with tools and education that will help get you to your goals.
Now accepting new clients, evenings and weekends. Helping clients work through issues of trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues has been my passion for 20 years. My clients tell me, they find the work we do validating, supportive and at times challenging. You will lead the healing journey, I'm here to support with tools and education that will help get you to your goals.
(845) 513-3927 View (845) 513-3927
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Kirsten Seyler-Wetzel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561
Kirsten is a gifted, passionate down-to-earth therapist.Clients describe her as strong and assertive yet compassionate, kind and witty; capable of creating a safe environment for clients to honestly look at themselves.Kirsten is a master at helping others to remove their protective barriers so that their capable of deepening their ability to love and be loved.The focus of her practice is to provide quality, professional care for the whole of our Being, integrating mind, body, emotions, and Spirit. Kirsten promotes awareness/inner silence and peace so that we can make choices from a place of clarity, rather than fear and confusion.
Kirsten is a gifted, passionate down-to-earth therapist.Clients describe her as strong and assertive yet compassionate, kind and witty; capable of creating a safe environment for clients to honestly look at themselves.Kirsten is a master at helping others to remove their protective barriers so that their capable of deepening their ability to love and be loved.The focus of her practice is to provide quality, professional care for the whole of our Being, integrating mind, body, emotions, and Spirit. Kirsten promotes awareness/inner silence and peace so that we can make choices from a place of clarity, rather than fear and confusion.
(845) 476-7957 View (845) 476-7957
Photo of Susan Diane Piowaty, LCSWR, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Susan Diane Piowaty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561
For the past 30 years I have specialize in HIV/AIDS, codependency, severe complex trauma (PTSD and D.I.D.) and now those suffering with Lyme disease. I utilize E.M.D.R., psychodrama and very specific trauma healing techniques. I work best with those who are willing to explore, evaluate and try new ways of looking at themselves, their past and their future. I am open, honest and friendly. AT THIS POINT I AM UNABLE TO TAKE ANY NEW CLIENTS.
For the past 30 years I have specialize in HIV/AIDS, codependency, severe complex trauma (PTSD and D.I.D.) and now those suffering with Lyme disease. I utilize E.M.D.R., psychodrama and very specific trauma healing techniques. I work best with those who are willing to explore, evaluate and try new ways of looking at themselves, their past and their future. I am open, honest and friendly. AT THIS POINT I AM UNABLE TO TAKE ANY NEW CLIENTS.
(845) 643-2790 View (845) 643-2790
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Shomari Turner Gallagher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Paltz, NY 12561  (Online Only)
My fundamental approach is Relational Therapy, meaning that my primary focus is on the relationship between client and therapist. Creating a healthy dynamic helps clients to reproduce the experience in their lives outside of therapy. As social creatures, humans thrive through connection with others. Being truly seen and understood by another person is key to the healing and the personal growth process. I actively listen, identifying key concerns and themes and provide feedback derived from a number of sources, to help clients develop greater insight, empowerment and energy to create the change they’d like to have in their lives.
My fundamental approach is Relational Therapy, meaning that my primary focus is on the relationship between client and therapist. Creating a healthy dynamic helps clients to reproduce the experience in their lives outside of therapy. As social creatures, humans thrive through connection with others. Being truly seen and understood by another person is key to the healing and the personal growth process. I actively listen, identifying key concerns and themes and provide feedback derived from a number of sources, to help clients develop greater insight, empowerment and energy to create the change they’d like to have in their lives.
(646) 760-6958 View (646) 760-6958

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Sexual Abuse Therapists

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.