Sexual Abuse Therapists in Sacramento, CA
My focus is on working with adults who carry unique emotional and psychological sensitivities. My style embodies strengths based, humanistic and holistic approaches, that have proven to be very effective with individuals who are connected to spiritual or creative energies; individuals such as artists, healers and LGBTQ, who struggle with self acceptance, self esteem, anxiety and depression. My aim is to help you find and acknowledge all parts of yourself, heal and embrace them all, in order to create a complete and wholesome you.
My focus is on working with adults who carry unique emotional and psychological sensitivities. My style embodies strengths based, humanistic and holistic approaches, that have proven to be very effective with individuals who are connected to spiritual or creative energies; individuals such as artists, healers and LGBTQ, who struggle with self acceptance, self esteem, anxiety and depression. My aim is to help you find and acknowledge all parts of yourself, heal and embrace them all, in order to create a complete and wholesome you.
Rachel Marjorie Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95818
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked for years with trauma in many presentations from the obvious traumas of abuse and assault to the subtle traumas that may be difficult to even put into words.
Have you gone through a troubling experience? Is it difficult to move on in the aftermath? Maybe, it feels as if you are always going through challenging life experiences, or a lifetime of distress? Are you ready to do something about it, maybe even desperate to? I would love to help. I understand that one of the hardest things to do can be to ask for help and be willing to receive it. I want to help.
I have worked for years with trauma in many presentations from the obvious traumas of abuse and assault to the subtle traumas that may be difficult to even put into words.
Have you gone through a troubling experience? Is it difficult to move on in the aftermath? Maybe, it feels as if you are always going through challenging life experiences, or a lifetime of distress? Are you ready to do something about it, maybe even desperate to? I would love to help. I understand that one of the hardest things to do can be to ask for help and be willing to receive it. I want to help.
Is anxiety getting in your way of you leading your best life? Is something that happened in your life years or even decades ago still impacting you and you don't know how to move past it? Are experiences from your past impacting your relationships? Your work? Your ability to be your best self? Do you have physical symptoms that don't seem to have a medical cause but cause you difficulty in your life? Are you experiencing unexplained panic symptoms? Therapy can help. My work focuses on healing past traumas to help you get your life back.
Is anxiety getting in your way of you leading your best life? Is something that happened in your life years or even decades ago still impacting you and you don't know how to move past it? Are experiences from your past impacting your relationships? Your work? Your ability to be your best self? Do you have physical symptoms that don't seem to have a medical cause but cause you difficulty in your life? Are you experiencing unexplained panic symptoms? Therapy can help. My work focuses on healing past traumas to help you get your life back.
No one comes to therapy because everything is going right. You’re here because things can’t go on like this. Something has to change. But what?
That’s what I’m here for: to help you find a way forward. I believe that times of confusion and strife are also opportunities for breakthroughs. They call us to pause our old ways of thinking, and to begin the tough but rewarding exploration of our selves.
My goal is to help you help yourself. To do that, we’ll need to enter your pain in search of clarity. Eventually, that clarity will become your guiding light to a meaningful life.
No one comes to therapy because everything is going right. You’re here because things can’t go on like this. Something has to change. But what?
That’s what I’m here for: to help you find a way forward. I believe that times of confusion and strife are also opportunities for breakthroughs. They call us to pause our old ways of thinking, and to begin the tough but rewarding exploration of our selves.
My goal is to help you help yourself. To do that, we’ll need to enter your pain in search of clarity. Eventually, that clarity will become your guiding light to a meaningful life.
I work with adults & couples who have experienced trauma. Relationships and life after trauma can feel really hard. You might want to connect, but feel scared to do so or end up in conflict with others. Visit www.lovehealgrow.com to learn more or schedule your first session directly through our website.
I work with adults & couples who have experienced trauma. Relationships and life after trauma can feel really hard. You might want to connect, but feel scared to do so or end up in conflict with others. Visit www.lovehealgrow.com to learn more or schedule your first session directly through our website.
As a therapist who affirms kink, queerness, and consensual non-monogamy, I provide care that’s grounded in understanding, not judgment. I support people navigating the complexities of intimacy, identity, and connection—with a compassionate, practical approach that centers your lived experience.
As a therapist who affirms kink, queerness, and consensual non-monogamy, I provide care that’s grounded in understanding, not judgment. I support people navigating the complexities of intimacy, identity, and connection—with a compassionate, practical approach that centers your lived experience.
My name is Randall Freitas and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I have over ten years of experience and have worked with people from many ages and backgrounds successfully. Much of the work that I have done has been with clients that have experienced trauma. If you need a safe place to talk about stress, anxiety, anger management, past trauma, being a survivor of abuse and/or grief processing please reach out to me so that we can schedule an intake interview. I treat all clients with respect and dignity. I am an ally and member of the LGBTQIA+ community. I'm looking forward to speaking with you soon.
My name is Randall Freitas and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I have over ten years of experience and have worked with people from many ages and backgrounds successfully. Much of the work that I have done has been with clients that have experienced trauma. If you need a safe place to talk about stress, anxiety, anger management, past trauma, being a survivor of abuse and/or grief processing please reach out to me so that we can schedule an intake interview. I treat all clients with respect and dignity. I am an ally and member of the LGBTQIA+ community. I'm looking forward to speaking with you soon.
On paper, you’re successful. But in high-stakes rooms—whether pitching investors, leading a team, or negotiating deals—old patterns can take over. You shrink, over-explain, or freeze just when you need your full presence. I specialize in helping entrepreneurs and executives use EMDR therapy to move past imposter syndrome, money fears, and burnout so you can show up with clarity, steadiness, and confidence that feels natural.
On paper, you’re successful. But in high-stakes rooms—whether pitching investors, leading a team, or negotiating deals—old patterns can take over. You shrink, over-explain, or freeze just when you need your full presence. I specialize in helping entrepreneurs and executives use EMDR therapy to move past imposter syndrome, money fears, and burnout so you can show up with clarity, steadiness, and confidence that feels natural.
My ideal client is someone navigating life after past harmful behaviors, often while involved in the justice system. They are ready to take accountability and explore the roots of their actions. Many have complex histories shaped by trauma, shame, and disconnection. They seek a nonjudgmental space to build insight, emotional regulation, and healthier relationships. I use a strength-based approach grounded in CBT and the Good Lives Model to support lasting, meaningful change.
My ideal client is someone navigating life after past harmful behaviors, often while involved in the justice system. They are ready to take accountability and explore the roots of their actions. Many have complex histories shaped by trauma, shame, and disconnection. They seek a nonjudgmental space to build insight, emotional regulation, and healthier relationships. I use a strength-based approach grounded in CBT and the Good Lives Model to support lasting, meaningful change.
I understand the deep, core wounds that emotional neglect and/or verbal, physical and sexual abuse inflict.
I am a practitioner of Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, a specialized treatment approach which facilitates the adaptive resolution of traumatic memories. I find this to be a particularly powerful and efficacious tool for creating lasting and meaningful change.
I understand the deep, core wounds that emotional neglect and/or verbal, physical and sexual abuse inflict.
I am a practitioner of Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, a specialized treatment approach which facilitates the adaptive resolution of traumatic memories. I find this to be a particularly powerful and efficacious tool for creating lasting and meaningful change.
I have over 10 years working with victims and perpetrators of domestic violence, sexual abuse and child abuse.
Do you always feel on edge? Did something traumatic happen? Trauma is a disruption to the nervous system that often creates patterns and loops that extend into many areas of a person's life. It can affect our bodies, our minds and the way we relate to other people. Sometimes the way people survive their trauma brings them more pain, adds to the chaos, and reinforces negative beliefs that perpetuate the cycle as well as causing other mental health issues grow- such as depression and anxiety. I work with people of various cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and know that trauma is non-discriminatory.
I have over 10 years working with victims and perpetrators of domestic violence, sexual abuse and child abuse.
Do you always feel on edge? Did something traumatic happen? Trauma is a disruption to the nervous system that often creates patterns and loops that extend into many areas of a person's life. It can affect our bodies, our minds and the way we relate to other people. Sometimes the way people survive their trauma brings them more pain, adds to the chaos, and reinforces negative beliefs that perpetuate the cycle as well as causing other mental health issues grow- such as depression and anxiety. I work with people of various cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and know that trauma is non-discriminatory.
I specialize in trauma & CPTSD including sexual abuse, and childhood neglect.
Trauma leaves an imprint on a cellular level which is why a holistic approach with curiosity and compassion is most effective. I offer Psychedelic Integration, Ketamine therapy, Internal Family Systems, Shadow Work, Expressive Arts, Brainspotting, Somatic therapies including Trauma Informed Yoga to guide you to your inner wisdom and create a life you love.
I specialize in trauma & CPTSD including sexual abuse, and childhood neglect.
Trauma leaves an imprint on a cellular level which is why a holistic approach with curiosity and compassion is most effective. I offer Psychedelic Integration, Ketamine therapy, Internal Family Systems, Shadow Work, Expressive Arts, Brainspotting, Somatic therapies including Trauma Informed Yoga to guide you to your inner wisdom and create a life you love.
I have specialized training in working with survivors of sexual trauma (including childhood sexual abuse, and trauma in adulthood).
My aim to is to help you unravel both the internal sources of self-criticism (such as painful parts of your past, negative thoughts you hold on to, and a sense of emotions controlling you rather than the other way around), and external sources of pain (like stressful life transitions, ruptures in relationships, and the impact of cultural or societal norms).
I have specialized training in working with survivors of sexual trauma (including childhood sexual abuse, and trauma in adulthood).
My aim to is to help you unravel both the internal sources of self-criticism (such as painful parts of your past, negative thoughts you hold on to, and a sense of emotions controlling you rather than the other way around), and external sources of pain (like stressful life transitions, ruptures in relationships, and the impact of cultural or societal norms).
I specialize in working with queer and nonbinary people healing from C-PTSD, developmental trauma, and sexual abuse.
Our QT bodies are powerful and sacred.
I am a commitment to
queer and trans embodiment, brilliance
and healing
so we can bring our full magic and power
to our lives
and our movements
for collective liberation.
I specialize in working with queer and nonbinary people healing from C-PTSD, developmental trauma, and sexual abuse.
Our QT bodies are powerful and sacred.
I am a commitment to
queer and trans embodiment, brilliance
and healing
so we can bring our full magic and power
to our lives
and our movements
for collective liberation.
Please note my insurance slots are currently full.
I specialize in working with adults who have experienced trauma, grief, neglect and/or loneliness. Trauma can include a variety of things including physical, emotional, sexual or any other type of abuse, such as being raped or attacked; witnessing or experiencing something terrible such as a car accident or the trauma of combat deployment; the death of a loved one; or many other difficult life experiences including domestic violence. I provide affirming care to members of the LGBTQ+ community, including those questioning their sexuality and/or gender identity.
Please note my insurance slots are currently full.
I specialize in working with adults who have experienced trauma, grief, neglect and/or loneliness. Trauma can include a variety of things including physical, emotional, sexual or any other type of abuse, such as being raped or attacked; witnessing or experiencing something terrible such as a car accident or the trauma of combat deployment; the death of a loved one; or many other difficult life experiences including domestic violence. I provide affirming care to members of the LGBTQ+ community, including those questioning their sexuality and/or gender identity.
I am a survivor who works with individuals who have experienced sexual abuse, sexual trauma and/or sex trafficking.
Hey there, I’m Rhonda Stephanie!
Do you have trouble managing anxiety and feelings of depression? Do you need assistance in processing a very difficult situation that you experienced?
I help individuals identify problems that negatively impact their daily lives and work alongside them to address any barriers to their well-being. We can work together to address your spiritual and emotional needs to help you continue building a stronger sense of self. I also use mindfulness exercises and narration to promote self reflection and awareness.
I am a survivor who works with individuals who have experienced sexual abuse, sexual trauma and/or sex trafficking.
Hey there, I’m Rhonda Stephanie!
Do you have trouble managing anxiety and feelings of depression? Do you need assistance in processing a very difficult situation that you experienced?
I help individuals identify problems that negatively impact their daily lives and work alongside them to address any barriers to their well-being. We can work together to address your spiritual and emotional needs to help you continue building a stronger sense of self. I also use mindfulness exercises and narration to promote self reflection and awareness.
Do you feel stuck, unworthy, or unsure about yourself and your choices? Do you struggle to find joy, move through your feelings, or feel consumed by your thoughts? Life is full of challenges that can leave us feeling lost, confused, disconnected, or even hopeless. We can distract ourselves with our work, technology, and sometimes healthy habits. It can feel like we’re stuck in a loop that makes life feel like it’s not our own. At times, it may feel like we’re all alone. Like no one else understands. And we can’t share what we’re going through with anyone around us. All we need is someone to listen. Someone to care.
Do you feel stuck, unworthy, or unsure about yourself and your choices? Do you struggle to find joy, move through your feelings, or feel consumed by your thoughts? Life is full of challenges that can leave us feeling lost, confused, disconnected, or even hopeless. We can distract ourselves with our work, technology, and sometimes healthy habits. It can feel like we’re stuck in a loop that makes life feel like it’s not our own. At times, it may feel like we’re all alone. Like no one else understands. And we can’t share what we’re going through with anyone around us. All we need is someone to listen. Someone to care.
If you could let go of anything, what would it be?
If you are done talking about it, done doing workbooks, and done simply "understanding" your pain while nothing changes, we should talk. I provide short-term, intensive therapy that resolves the root cause of your issue.
Integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT), my work is active and experiential. I connect directly with the subconscious parts of you to stop symptom management and spark real, collaborative healing. Whether you are dealing with trauma, panic, grief, or relationship ruts, you don't have to stay stuck. Reach out
If you could let go of anything, what would it be?
If you are done talking about it, done doing workbooks, and done simply "understanding" your pain while nothing changes, we should talk. I provide short-term, intensive therapy that resolves the root cause of your issue.
Integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT), my work is active and experiential. I connect directly with the subconscious parts of you to stop symptom management and spark real, collaborative healing. Whether you are dealing with trauma, panic, grief, or relationship ruts, you don't have to stay stuck. Reach out
Some of our deepest hurts - abuse, neglect, betrayal, rejection – are experienced in relationship. These experiences can leave us feeling hopeless, helpless, and fearful of the future. I support individuals and couples as they work through the lasting effects of trauma, abuse, and difficult childhood experiences and find their path towards healing and connection.
I work at Sacramento's leading relationship therapy center and I can't wait to support you. Visit www.lovehealgrow.com to learn more!
Some of our deepest hurts - abuse, neglect, betrayal, rejection – are experienced in relationship. These experiences can leave us feeling hopeless, helpless, and fearful of the future. I support individuals and couples as they work through the lasting effects of trauma, abuse, and difficult childhood experiences and find their path towards healing and connection.
I work at Sacramento's leading relationship therapy center and I can't wait to support you. Visit www.lovehealgrow.com to learn more!
I work best with young adults navigating the complexities of trauma, including sexual abuse, domestic violence, and PTSD, as well as those dealing with life transitions, self-esteem and relationship challenges, anxiety, and everyday stressors.
Hi there, I'm Jasdeep! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California. I take a grounded, compassionate approach to therapy, helping people untangle patterns of stress, anxiety, and past experiences that shape their lives. I focus on building self-awareness, resilience, and a deeper sense of personal freedom. Therapy is a space for exploration and growth, and my goal is to help create that space in a way that feels safe, meaningful, and transformative.
I work best with young adults navigating the complexities of trauma, including sexual abuse, domestic violence, and PTSD, as well as those dealing with life transitions, self-esteem and relationship challenges, anxiety, and everyday stressors.
Hi there, I'm Jasdeep! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California. I take a grounded, compassionate approach to therapy, helping people untangle patterns of stress, anxiety, and past experiences that shape their lives. I focus on building self-awareness, resilience, and a deeper sense of personal freedom. Therapy is a space for exploration and growth, and my goal is to help create that space in a way that feels safe, meaningful, and transformative.
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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.