Sexual Abuse Therapists in Poway, CA
I enjoying working with individuals (adolescents through older adults), couples, and families who are contending with a variety of sad and anxious feelings, and interpersonal challenges. Many of these may be based on little 't' or big 'T' traumas. The therapy work is intended to empower individuals, couples, and families find healthier and happier ways of living. My therapeutic approach is multifaceted because as people we are multifaceted. I strive to find a personalized approach that works best for each of my clients. My approach is informed by over 30 years of research on what works and doesn't work in therapy.
I enjoying working with individuals (adolescents through older adults), couples, and families who are contending with a variety of sad and anxious feelings, and interpersonal challenges. Many of these may be based on little 't' or big 'T' traumas. The therapy work is intended to empower individuals, couples, and families find healthier and happier ways of living. My therapeutic approach is multifaceted because as people we are multifaceted. I strive to find a personalized approach that works best for each of my clients. My approach is informed by over 30 years of research on what works and doesn't work in therapy.
I am an LCSW therapist located in Poway California. I specialize in EMDR therapy, PTSD, domestic violence, children's play therapy, grief and loss issues and self esteem building. I see individuals, couples, families and have group therapy sessions. I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families develop the relationships they desire among other people and themselves. My office is a safe place to begin the process of change and help people learn the tools needed in order to make the desired changes.
I am an LCSW therapist located in Poway California. I specialize in EMDR therapy, PTSD, domestic violence, children's play therapy, grief and loss issues and self esteem building. I see individuals, couples, families and have group therapy sessions. I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families develop the relationships they desire among other people and themselves. My office is a safe place to begin the process of change and help people learn the tools needed in order to make the desired changes.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying something that feels too heavy to bear?
Maybe anxiety, past experiences, or relationship patterns keep showing up in ways that create distress. You might feel disconnected from yourself, caught in cycles of fear, shame, or self-doubt—and ready for transformation.
I work with adults experienci trauma, anxiety, and life transitions who are ready for deeper, lasting change. Together, we create a safe, grounded space to process your experiences, understand your patterns, and reconnect with yourself.
I also support clients navigating the emotional impact of stigma, shame and isolation.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying something that feels too heavy to bear?
Maybe anxiety, past experiences, or relationship patterns keep showing up in ways that create distress. You might feel disconnected from yourself, caught in cycles of fear, shame, or self-doubt—and ready for transformation.
I work with adults experienci trauma, anxiety, and life transitions who are ready for deeper, lasting change. Together, we create a safe, grounded space to process your experiences, understand your patterns, and reconnect with yourself.
I also support clients navigating the emotional impact of stigma, shame and isolation.
Hi, I’m Anat, and I’m glad you’re here! If you’re struggling with anxiety, racing thoughts or the urge to cancel plans before social interactions, you’re not alone! Many people fear negative evaluation or worry about having a heart attack in social situations. Also, past trauma can bring up feelings of shame, guilt, sleep challenges and difficulty in relationships.These struggles can feel isolating and shameful at times, but together, we can work through them. I also provide couples counseling. You deserve to feel supported understood and loved.Let’s take this journey toward healing together, I’ll be with you every step of the way.
Hi, I’m Anat, and I’m glad you’re here! If you’re struggling with anxiety, racing thoughts or the urge to cancel plans before social interactions, you’re not alone! Many people fear negative evaluation or worry about having a heart attack in social situations. Also, past trauma can bring up feelings of shame, guilt, sleep challenges and difficulty in relationships.These struggles can feel isolating and shameful at times, but together, we can work through them. I also provide couples counseling. You deserve to feel supported understood and loved.Let’s take this journey toward healing together, I’ll be with you every step of the way.
Welcome — my name is Darlene Meza (they/them), and I am a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking therapist who is passionate about supporting individuals, couples, teens, and families through healing and growth. My first goal in working together is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and comfortable being fully yourself. Finding the right therapist is an important step, and I’m honored to join you on that journey.
I have experience supporting clients through trauma, anxiety, identity exploration, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, and major life transitions.
Welcome — my name is Darlene Meza (they/them), and I am a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking therapist who is passionate about supporting individuals, couples, teens, and families through healing and growth. My first goal in working together is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and comfortable being fully yourself. Finding the right therapist is an important step, and I’m honored to join you on that journey.
I have experience supporting clients through trauma, anxiety, identity exploration, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, and major life transitions.
Hello, my name is Stephanie Fierro-Haldorson. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experience working with couples, LGBTQIA+ community, adolescents, foster youth, trauma, addiction, and children ages 5-17. I have worked with so many different persons. I am comfortable working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community (adults and children), trauma, foster youth, couples, those with addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Hello, my name is Stephanie Fierro-Haldorson. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experience working with couples, LGBTQIA+ community, adolescents, foster youth, trauma, addiction, and children ages 5-17. I have worked with so many different persons. I am comfortable working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community (adults and children), trauma, foster youth, couples, those with addiction, anxiety, and depression.
Positive Change Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PsyD, LCSW, LPCC
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
We look forward to working with you to reach your goals in therapy. Our compassionate therapists are trained in solution-focused, evidence-based practices to help you meet your goals. Whether you would like to attend therapy on your own, with your partner or spouse, as a family, or have your child participate, our therapists are ready to support you. You can be rest assured you are entering a non-judgmental and discrete environment when you walk through our door. Call us today to begin making positive changes in your life.
We look forward to working with you to reach your goals in therapy. Our compassionate therapists are trained in solution-focused, evidence-based practices to help you meet your goals. Whether you would like to attend therapy on your own, with your partner or spouse, as a family, or have your child participate, our therapists are ready to support you. You can be rest assured you are entering a non-judgmental and discrete environment when you walk through our door. Call us today to begin making positive changes in your life.
Are you or a family member struggling emotionally, feeling anxious, hurt, angry or depressed? Is this affecting you in one or more areas of your life? We all face challenges at times; having a supportive and caring person to help you through that journey can make all the difference. My role as a therapist is to serve as a guide to help the client identify and express their needs and wants, as well as assist the client in recognizing their strengths and ability to cope, heal and grow.
Are you or a family member struggling emotionally, feeling anxious, hurt, angry or depressed? Is this affecting you in one or more areas of your life? We all face challenges at times; having a supportive and caring person to help you through that journey can make all the difference. My role as a therapist is to serve as a guide to help the client identify and express their needs and wants, as well as assist the client in recognizing their strengths and ability to cope, heal and grow.
Are you a parent who is struggling with your child or teen? Does your child or teen have out of control or really big behaviors? Do they self harm or have suicidal thoughts? Do you want your family back? I can help. I work with parents through a type of therapy called Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help them help their children and teens. My team of therapists work directly with the children and teens to help them gain emotional & behavioral control, & I work with parents to help them get their life back. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy & we help you get results!
Are you a parent who is struggling with your child or teen? Does your child or teen have out of control or really big behaviors? Do they self harm or have suicidal thoughts? Do you want your family back? I can help. I work with parents through a type of therapy called Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help them help their children and teens. My team of therapists work directly with the children and teens to help them gain emotional & behavioral control, & I work with parents to help them get their life back. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy & we help you get results!
Sitting at the cross roads of life not knowing which direction to take or perhaps cemented in the very spot where we stand, seems to be where many find themselves today. With the weight of past traumas, present stress and frustrations, and future worries of what is to come sitting upon our shoulders, we attempt to carry even more weight from our families and friends. At some point our shoulders begin to give amongst the burden that cannot be carried alone. We find ourselves in distress feeling hopeless, helpless and broken.
Sitting at the cross roads of life not knowing which direction to take or perhaps cemented in the very spot where we stand, seems to be where many find themselves today. With the weight of past traumas, present stress and frustrations, and future worries of what is to come sitting upon our shoulders, we attempt to carry even more weight from our families and friends. At some point our shoulders begin to give amongst the burden that cannot be carried alone. We find ourselves in distress feeling hopeless, helpless and broken.
Are you looking for connection, understanding and acceptance? Do you struggle with depression, fear, disappointment, tragedy, loss, isolation, and/or addiction? Are you struggling with past traumas? Through our work together you will learn practical skills to lower your anxiety, find new meaning and purpose in your life, learn to manage your emotions, and learn skills to improve your relationships. You can learn how to communicate more effectively and resolve problems.
Are you looking for connection, understanding and acceptance? Do you struggle with depression, fear, disappointment, tragedy, loss, isolation, and/or addiction? Are you struggling with past traumas? Through our work together you will learn practical skills to lower your anxiety, find new meaning and purpose in your life, learn to manage your emotions, and learn skills to improve your relationships. You can learn how to communicate more effectively and resolve problems.
Your current situation does not define you. It's a bump in the road, a pit-stop to learn from. It takes a village and I am here to be a part of your village. My scope of competence is in trauma, postpartum, attachment, family conflict, anxiety, school/work related problems, parent education, parent-child conflict, divorce, co-parenting and depression. Don't let the pain and struggle of your present situation keep you from living your truth. I am licensed in Tennessee, Texas, California and Virginia. Offering in-person therapy in Tennessee and virtual to Tennessee, California, Texas and Virginia.
Your current situation does not define you. It's a bump in the road, a pit-stop to learn from. It takes a village and I am here to be a part of your village. My scope of competence is in trauma, postpartum, attachment, family conflict, anxiety, school/work related problems, parent education, parent-child conflict, divorce, co-parenting and depression. Don't let the pain and struggle of your present situation keep you from living your truth. I am licensed in Tennessee, Texas, California and Virginia. Offering in-person therapy in Tennessee and virtual to Tennessee, California, Texas and Virginia.
Helping others has always been a desire of mine. I have been a therapist for 13 years and have helped clients with a variety of issues such as anxiety, relationship help, marriage, parenting, life skills, pornography, anger, and many more. I have seen and heard a lot of issues from a lot of different people who have had hardship and others who needed guidance. I believe that we all come from different walks of life and sometimes on our journey; we may get steered in the wrong direction. It is my desire to help guide you back in the right direction. I want to validate your emotions and makes sure you are heard.
Helping others has always been a desire of mine. I have been a therapist for 13 years and have helped clients with a variety of issues such as anxiety, relationship help, marriage, parenting, life skills, pornography, anger, and many more. I have seen and heard a lot of issues from a lot of different people who have had hardship and others who needed guidance. I believe that we all come from different walks of life and sometimes on our journey; we may get steered in the wrong direction. It is my desire to help guide you back in the right direction. I want to validate your emotions and makes sure you are heard.
Hello, I am Kevin Belcastro, LMFT and I look forward to helping you in your journey of mental health recovery. I believe in creating a safe space for individuals to engage in the work of exploring core issues that may be contributing to mental health instability. I function from a trauma-informed lens and believe that the client is the expert in their life. I believe that the root to healing is through positive supportive connections with a therapist that works with the client in identifying strengths and positive solutions to meet current problems.
Hello, I am Kevin Belcastro, LMFT and I look forward to helping you in your journey of mental health recovery. I believe in creating a safe space for individuals to engage in the work of exploring core issues that may be contributing to mental health instability. I function from a trauma-informed lens and believe that the client is the expert in their life. I believe that the root to healing is through positive supportive connections with a therapist that works with the client in identifying strengths and positive solutions to meet current problems.
I integrate evidence based practices with trauma informed, insight oriented care, drawing on decades of work with diverse populations facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, childhood trauma , sexual assault, DV, and life transitions.
Are you stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, or painful relationship patterns that just won't change no matter how hard you try? I am a bilingual/bicultural (English/Spanish) therapist with 25 + years of experience in mental health including agency work, community mental health, hospital outpatient and private practice. I bring a depth of clinical knowledge that will be tailored to your needs.
I integrate evidence based practices with trauma informed, insight oriented care, drawing on decades of work with diverse populations facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, childhood trauma , sexual assault, DV, and life transitions.
Are you stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, or painful relationship patterns that just won't change no matter how hard you try? I am a bilingual/bicultural (English/Spanish) therapist with 25 + years of experience in mental health including agency work, community mental health, hospital outpatient and private practice. I bring a depth of clinical knowledge that will be tailored to your needs.
Therapy can seem different or intimidating at times, but it doesn’t have to be. My aim is to create a thoughtful connection and help reduce any apprehensions by maintaining a relaxed demeanor, displaying genuine interest, and continually striving for authenticity. The process of therapy can help individuals or couples become unstuck. We all experience patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Gaining insight into these patterns helps us discover where change is necessary. Enacting change is always up to the individual or couple, but my goal is to help you get there to take charge.
Therapy can seem different or intimidating at times, but it doesn’t have to be. My aim is to create a thoughtful connection and help reduce any apprehensions by maintaining a relaxed demeanor, displaying genuine interest, and continually striving for authenticity. The process of therapy can help individuals or couples become unstuck. We all experience patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Gaining insight into these patterns helps us discover where change is necessary. Enacting change is always up to the individual or couple, but my goal is to help you get there to take charge.
Hi there, I'm Deni! I have been a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2009 and have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families. I am a therapist who is passionate about helping people. I feel most comfortable working with children, teens, and postpartum clients. I am confident that I can help clients with anxiety, depression, bereavement, life transitions, ADHD, and bereavement.
Hi there, I'm Deni! I have been a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2009 and have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families. I am a therapist who is passionate about helping people. I feel most comfortable working with children, teens, and postpartum clients. I am confident that I can help clients with anxiety, depression, bereavement, life transitions, ADHD, and bereavement.
As a psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I work collaboratively with clients and provide a nonjudgmental and nurturing space for clients to explore their challenges and overcome their struggles. I aim to assist my clients in learning skills and strategies that they can use to increase happiness and fulfillment in their lives. I am dedicated to identifying, understanding and treating the core issues that impact clients and lead to depression, anxiety and relationship dissatisfaction. I utilize trauma informed treatments to help clients cope with difficult past experiences and work toward healthier futures.
As a psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I work collaboratively with clients and provide a nonjudgmental and nurturing space for clients to explore their challenges and overcome their struggles. I aim to assist my clients in learning skills and strategies that they can use to increase happiness and fulfillment in their lives. I am dedicated to identifying, understanding and treating the core issues that impact clients and lead to depression, anxiety and relationship dissatisfaction. I utilize trauma informed treatments to help clients cope with difficult past experiences and work toward healthier futures.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct legal / forensic / psychological evaluations for court and provide expert witness testimony. I also do ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic evaluations, risk assessment (violence/sexual), drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, immigration evaluations, pre-adoption evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct legal / forensic / psychological evaluations for court and provide expert witness testimony. I also do ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic evaluations, risk assessment (violence/sexual), drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, immigration evaluations, pre-adoption evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Live Well Family Counseling Services, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, MA, PhD
Serves Area
Live Well Family Counseling Services, Inc. is a behavioral health facility that offers a wide range of therapeutic services both in person and via telehealth. Our experienced therapists are passionate about helping individuals, families and couples work through some of the tough patches that life may bring. Sometimes life can feel, challenging, overwhelming and even down right impossible. In your toughest moments our team is available to partner with you during your journey
Live Well Family Counseling Services, Inc. is a behavioral health facility that offers a wide range of therapeutic services both in person and via telehealth. Our experienced therapists are passionate about helping individuals, families and couples work through some of the tough patches that life may bring. Sometimes life can feel, challenging, overwhelming and even down right impossible. In your toughest moments our team is available to partner with you during your journey
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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.