Sexual Abuse Therapists in Tiffin, IA
It is a brave person that seeks help in times of need. When recognized and nurtured, every person possesses qualities that can bring positive changes to their life. In finding solutions that bring you hope, you will be able to see how your own strengths are an important part of realizing your goals and dreams.
It is a brave person that seeks help in times of need. When recognized and nurtured, every person possesses qualities that can bring positive changes to their life. In finding solutions that bring you hope, you will be able to see how your own strengths are an important part of realizing your goals and dreams.
In addition, she has worked with college students and individuals who have experienced sexual harassment, sexual assault, depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, life transitions, family issues, and disordered eating.
As a mental health professional with many years of experience in private practice, hospital, community crisis counseling, and corporate settings, Sarah is passionate about helping others. Sarah received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Iowa.
Throughout her experiences, Sarah has witnessed individuals make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives, drawing strength from their experiences and the struggles they've overcome.
Sarah wants to help individuals work through any past trauma that might be holding them back and help them become the best versions of themselves.
In addition, she has worked with college students and individuals who have experienced sexual harassment, sexual assault, depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, life transitions, family issues, and disordered eating.
As a mental health professional with many years of experience in private practice, hospital, community crisis counseling, and corporate settings, Sarah is passionate about helping others. Sarah received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Iowa.
Throughout her experiences, Sarah has witnessed individuals make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives, drawing strength from their experiences and the struggles they've overcome.
Sarah wants to help individuals work through any past trauma that might be holding them back and help them become the best versions of themselves.
Life can feel messy, heavy, or uncertain- and that’s okay. Therapy is a space where you get to be fully yourself: defining what’s working, what’s not, and where you want to go. It’s rooted in real connection, not quick fixes, and guided by the belief that healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken, but rediscovering what’s already inside of you- resilience, clarity, and the strength to move forward. All parts of you are welcome- the messy, the heavy, and the hard to name. If anxiety, grief, trauma, or life changes leave you stuck, therapy can help you find your way.
Life can feel messy, heavy, or uncertain- and that’s okay. Therapy is a space where you get to be fully yourself: defining what’s working, what’s not, and where you want to go. It’s rooted in real connection, not quick fixes, and guided by the belief that healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken, but rediscovering what’s already inside of you- resilience, clarity, and the strength to move forward. All parts of you are welcome- the messy, the heavy, and the hard to name. If anxiety, grief, trauma, or life changes leave you stuck, therapy can help you find your way.
As a clinician for over 20 years, I embrace an integrative approach to healing. I have extensive experience working with families and individuals across the life span around a host of issues. I am a certified trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapist with a strengths-based, 'person in environment' perspective. I utilize EMDR, ACT, cognitive-behavioral, IFS, dialectical-behavioral and psycho-dynamic approaches to therapy. I also have additional training in Expressive Arts techniques.
As a clinician for over 20 years, I embrace an integrative approach to healing. I have extensive experience working with families and individuals across the life span around a host of issues. I am a certified trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapist with a strengths-based, 'person in environment' perspective. I utilize EMDR, ACT, cognitive-behavioral, IFS, dialectical-behavioral and psycho-dynamic approaches to therapy. I also have additional training in Expressive Arts techniques.
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Nicole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
6 Endorsed
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Waitlist for new clients
When life feels overwhelming or past experiences leave deep wounds, healing is possible—even if it doesn’t always feel that way. You might feel broken or not enough, but you’re not alone and your feelings matter.
Therapy can seem intimidating, but it’s a powerful step toward healing and growth. Asking for help isn't a weakness- it's a courageous act of self-care. As your therapist, I’m here to offer a safe, compassionate space where you feel seen, supported, and heard. We’ll work together at your pace, in a way that honors your unique story.
When life feels overwhelming or past experiences leave deep wounds, healing is possible—even if it doesn’t always feel that way. You might feel broken or not enough, but you’re not alone and your feelings matter.
Therapy can seem intimidating, but it’s a powerful step toward healing and growth. Asking for help isn't a weakness- it's a courageous act of self-care. As your therapist, I’m here to offer a safe, compassionate space where you feel seen, supported, and heard. We’ll work together at your pace, in a way that honors your unique story.
Bringing 25 years of therapy experience, I help people change and heal from difficult life experiences such as unhealthy relationships, childhood abuse and neglect, and other adverse or traumatic events. Sometimes people know they have had difficult experiences and want to be healthier but they don't know where to begin. Working with an experienced clinician is a key first step to begin the healing process. I also help people who feel stuck knowing how to handle difficult or toxic relationships. I love teaching people how to establish healthy boundaries in their relationships, even with very challenging people!
Bringing 25 years of therapy experience, I help people change and heal from difficult life experiences such as unhealthy relationships, childhood abuse and neglect, and other adverse or traumatic events. Sometimes people know they have had difficult experiences and want to be healthier but they don't know where to begin. Working with an experienced clinician is a key first step to begin the healing process. I also help people who feel stuck knowing how to handle difficult or toxic relationships. I love teaching people how to establish healthy boundaries in their relationships, even with very challenging people!
You may have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual abuse, or find yourself struggling with self-doubt, shame, or relationship difficulties without fully understanding why.
Together, we may use EMDR and other approaches to help you process what feels stuck, develop new emotional experiences, and move toward a greater sense of agency, connection, and self-worth. I offer EMDR therapy for clients in Iowa via telehealth, as well as in Wisconsin and New York.
You may have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual abuse, or find yourself struggling with self-doubt, shame, or relationship difficulties without fully understanding why.
Together, we may use EMDR and other approaches to help you process what feels stuck, develop new emotional experiences, and move toward a greater sense of agency, connection, and self-worth. I offer EMDR therapy for clients in Iowa via telehealth, as well as in Wisconsin and New York.
I am currently accepting new clients. Relationships can be one of the greatest sources of joy or distress in our lives. All couples go through challenges. However, maybe you feel the conflict with your partner has reached a point that it's affecting your mental health, your parenting and even your desire to stay together. Whether you want to repair your relationship or you are seriously considering leaving it, I can help you navigate that process and figure out what is best for you.
I am currently accepting new clients. Relationships can be one of the greatest sources of joy or distress in our lives. All couples go through challenges. However, maybe you feel the conflict with your partner has reached a point that it's affecting your mental health, your parenting and even your desire to stay together. Whether you want to repair your relationship or you are seriously considering leaving it, I can help you navigate that process and figure out what is best for you.
Are you struggling to move forward? Do you feel overwhelmed all the time? We have immediate openings with a therapist or psychologist. Let us help you find a solution to your problems. We will listen, support and help you build the courage to face your challenges.
Are you struggling to move forward? Do you feel overwhelmed all the time? We have immediate openings with a therapist or psychologist. Let us help you find a solution to your problems. We will listen, support and help you build the courage to face your challenges.
You're defeated, scared, and stuck, and you’re doing all you can just to get through. We all struggle sometimes, not knowing how to take that next step. Adverse experiences, especially traumas, can hold you back and prevent you from fully living in the present, but it doesn't have to stay that way. You can cultivate resilience and the life you want, and we can make that happen together! Humans don’t exist in a vacuum; we all need support, encouragement, and a nonjudgmental listener. That’s the foundation of our work together. My goal as your therapist is to provide a safe, welcoming environment for you to foster growth and healing.
You're defeated, scared, and stuck, and you’re doing all you can just to get through. We all struggle sometimes, not knowing how to take that next step. Adverse experiences, especially traumas, can hold you back and prevent you from fully living in the present, but it doesn't have to stay that way. You can cultivate resilience and the life you want, and we can make that happen together! Humans don’t exist in a vacuum; we all need support, encouragement, and a nonjudgmental listener. That’s the foundation of our work together. My goal as your therapist is to provide a safe, welcoming environment for you to foster growth and healing.
I provide an accepting, creative, and supportive space for clients to safely process challenges, build on strengths, and learn new skills to empower personal growth. I am a registered, board-certified art therapist, and a licensed mental health counselor. My work with clients focuses on an integrative mind-body approach rooted in trauma-informed art psychotherapy. In my sessions I incorporate art therapy, breath work, EMDR, hypnosis/hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and movement techniques.
I provide an accepting, creative, and supportive space for clients to safely process challenges, build on strengths, and learn new skills to empower personal growth. I am a registered, board-certified art therapist, and a licensed mental health counselor. My work with clients focuses on an integrative mind-body approach rooted in trauma-informed art psychotherapy. In my sessions I incorporate art therapy, breath work, EMDR, hypnosis/hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and movement techniques.
I am currently accepting new clients. Are you struggling with trauma, relationship problems, depression, anxiety or fear? I understand how difficult it is to ask for help. Whatever you are going through, you don’t have to deal with it alone. I am here to listen and guide you on a new path. I believe that the body and spirit are important components of healing and can’t/shouldn’t be ignored. I use an integrative approach that includes mind, body, and spirit.
I am currently accepting new clients. Are you struggling with trauma, relationship problems, depression, anxiety or fear? I understand how difficult it is to ask for help. Whatever you are going through, you don’t have to deal with it alone. I am here to listen and guide you on a new path. I believe that the body and spirit are important components of healing and can’t/shouldn’t be ignored. I use an integrative approach that includes mind, body, and spirit.
Hello. I'm a licensed mental health counselor that has been in practice since 2000. I help clients who are dealing with trauma, abuse, grief, anxiety, depression, behavior and school problems. I enjoy helping my clients work through traumatic events, losses and stressful circumstances. I also enjoy helping clients learn more effective ways of thinking and behaving, helping them create healthier relationships and life choices and to see them feel better about themselves.
Hello. I'm a licensed mental health counselor that has been in practice since 2000. I help clients who are dealing with trauma, abuse, grief, anxiety, depression, behavior and school problems. I enjoy helping my clients work through traumatic events, losses and stressful circumstances. I also enjoy helping clients learn more effective ways of thinking and behaving, helping them create healthier relationships and life choices and to see them feel better about themselves.
Our ideal client is someone seeking relief, clarity, and connection—whether they’re healing from trauma, navigating grief or chronic illness, exploring identity, managing overwhelming emotions, or supporting an adolescent in crisis. They want to feel understood, empowered, and equipped with skills that truly help. At Iowa Family Counseling, our diverse team offers EMDR, DBT‑informed care, ACT, neuroscience‑based insight, and LGBTQIA+ affirming support to help clients build resilience and move toward meaningful, lasting wellness.
Our ideal client is someone seeking relief, clarity, and connection—whether they’re healing from trauma, navigating grief or chronic illness, exploring identity, managing overwhelming emotions, or supporting an adolescent in crisis. They want to feel understood, empowered, and equipped with skills that truly help. At Iowa Family Counseling, our diverse team offers EMDR, DBT‑informed care, ACT, neuroscience‑based insight, and LGBTQIA+ affirming support to help clients build resilience and move toward meaningful, lasting wellness.
Starting therapy can be hard but it can be the best decision you make for yourself. I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist in practice for 23 years. I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship/marital issues, abuse, trauma and grief. I began my career working in college counseling until starting in private practice several years ago. In the therapy I provide, I help people develop insight by learning more about themselves, identify changes that can be made and improve communication with the ultimate goal of feeling better.
Starting therapy can be hard but it can be the best decision you make for yourself. I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist in practice for 23 years. I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship/marital issues, abuse, trauma and grief. I began my career working in college counseling until starting in private practice several years ago. In the therapy I provide, I help people develop insight by learning more about themselves, identify changes that can be made and improve communication with the ultimate goal of feeling better.
I'm now offering teletherapy only. Do you have work issues that interfere with your ability to go to therapy sessions? Does your anxiety cause you to avoid going to offices for therapy? Transportation issues? Then teletherapy could be for you.
I'm now offering teletherapy only. Do you have work issues that interfere with your ability to go to therapy sessions? Does your anxiety cause you to avoid going to offices for therapy? Transportation issues? Then teletherapy could be for you.
I enjoy working with individuals ready to start their journey with therapy in a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential environment. My approach is eclectic, utilizing a collaborative approach to help foster positive life changes that improve quality of life. I work with individuals experiencing a wide range of concerns including: depression, anxiety, work and family stressors, communication difficulties, marital problems, life transitions, trauma, substance use, gambling, co-occurring disorders, and adjustment to disability.
I enjoy working with individuals ready to start their journey with therapy in a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential environment. My approach is eclectic, utilizing a collaborative approach to help foster positive life changes that improve quality of life. I work with individuals experiencing a wide range of concerns including: depression, anxiety, work and family stressors, communication difficulties, marital problems, life transitions, trauma, substance use, gambling, co-occurring disorders, and adjustment to disability.
I am a Mental Health Counselor in the state of Iowa. I received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Iowa and my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Indiana State University. I have also completed the Training for Adoption Competency presented by the Center for Adoption Support and Education. I have worked with ages 8 to adulthood on issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, PTSD, trauma, stress, foster/adoption, and domestic violence.
I am a Mental Health Counselor in the state of Iowa. I received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Iowa and my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Indiana State University. I have also completed the Training for Adoption Competency presented by the Center for Adoption Support and Education. I have worked with ages 8 to adulthood on issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, PTSD, trauma, stress, foster/adoption, and domestic violence.
If you’re navigating PTSD/complex trauma, anxiety, or big emotions, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to do it by yourself. My clients want practical tools now and deeper healing at a pace that feels safe. You might want steadier days, better sleep, fewer triggers, and to feel more like yourself again. I find real joy in walking with you through hard moments and the self-discovery that follows, offering a space that supports, accepts, and empowers you. As I often remind clients: “You can’t pour from an empty cup".
If you’re navigating PTSD/complex trauma, anxiety, or big emotions, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to do it by yourself. My clients want practical tools now and deeper healing at a pace that feels safe. You might want steadier days, better sleep, fewer triggers, and to feel more like yourself again. I find real joy in walking with you through hard moments and the self-discovery that follows, offering a space that supports, accepts, and empowers you. As I often remind clients: “You can’t pour from an empty cup".
As a relational-cultural therapist I view you as the expert in your life. In my work, I strive to build an authentic and healing relationship that fosters trust & growth. I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in successful therapy, and work to understand your life from a holistic perspective combining complimentary methods like relational therapy and EMDR. It is an honor for me to hold space for you as you process life's more challenging issues, and gain new perspective on what may be holding you back from a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a relational-cultural therapist I view you as the expert in your life. In my work, I strive to build an authentic and healing relationship that fosters trust & growth. I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in successful therapy, and work to understand your life from a holistic perspective combining complimentary methods like relational therapy and EMDR. It is an honor for me to hold space for you as you process life's more challenging issues, and gain new perspective on what may be holding you back from a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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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.