Sexual Abuse Therapists in Audubon, New Orleans, LA
B. Gerard Woodrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
2 Endorsed
Audubon, New Orleans, LA 70118
Whether its stress from work or relationships, bullying at school, trauma from assault, or anxiety from your environment; I will assist you with processing those issues while strengthening your esteem and perspective.
My practice caters to all individuals, children, family, or couples. I utilize Reality-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Play Therapy, Motivational Interviewing while employing positive strategies to exemplify emotional resilience.
Whether its stress from work or relationships, bullying at school, trauma from assault, or anxiety from your environment; I will assist you with processing those issues while strengthening your esteem and perspective.
My practice caters to all individuals, children, family, or couples. I utilize Reality-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Play Therapy, Motivational Interviewing while employing positive strategies to exemplify emotional resilience.
I am an accomplished psychotherapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. Also I am "certified" in family therapy, having obtained a post-masters degree in that field. Finally I am certified in EMDR, Brainspotting, and Internal Family Systems therapy which I use extensively to treat trauma, phobias,and self-sabotaging behavior and thinking. In addition to operating my own private practice in Pennsylvania until 2015, I was full time faculty at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for 19 years and clinical faculty at the University of Pittsburgh and Penn State Medical schools for 10 years.
I am an accomplished psychotherapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. Also I am "certified" in family therapy, having obtained a post-masters degree in that field. Finally I am certified in EMDR, Brainspotting, and Internal Family Systems therapy which I use extensively to treat trauma, phobias,and self-sabotaging behavior and thinking. In addition to operating my own private practice in Pennsylvania until 2015, I was full time faculty at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for 19 years and clinical faculty at the University of Pittsburgh and Penn State Medical schools for 10 years.
I am located in New Orleans, Louisiana and I believe you are deserving of the healing and love you seek. You are worthy of support and having space held for you to be safe and open.
My goal is to hold space for you, nurture your inner healer and empower you to grow in the way you always knew was possible. My encouragement to you is to allow yourself the space and time to heal through therapy.
Give yourself the permission to be gentle and begin your introspective journey in a safe and calming therapeutic environment. You are the curator for what works best for you. My hope is to be the support you need.
I am located in New Orleans, Louisiana and I believe you are deserving of the healing and love you seek. You are worthy of support and having space held for you to be safe and open.
My goal is to hold space for you, nurture your inner healer and empower you to grow in the way you always knew was possible. My encouragement to you is to allow yourself the space and time to heal through therapy.
Give yourself the permission to be gentle and begin your introspective journey in a safe and calming therapeutic environment. You are the curator for what works best for you. My hope is to be the support you need.
John W Ormond Il
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Audubon, New Orleans, LA 70118
John W. Ormond, II, MSW, LCSW is a licensed Therapist in New Orleans located in the University District of Uptown, New Orleans. He is a Tulane University graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and a Master's Degree in Social Work with over 30 years of experience in mental health. John's knowledge and expertise includes crisis intervention, grief counseling, anger management, anxiety, depression, issues with sexual orientation, and assisting clients in adjusting to and coping with life changes. John is a Certified Schema Therapist and a member of the International Society of Schema Therapy.
John W. Ormond, II, MSW, LCSW is a licensed Therapist in New Orleans located in the University District of Uptown, New Orleans. He is a Tulane University graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and a Master's Degree in Social Work with over 30 years of experience in mental health. John's knowledge and expertise includes crisis intervention, grief counseling, anger management, anxiety, depression, issues with sexual orientation, and assisting clients in adjusting to and coping with life changes. John is a Certified Schema Therapist and a member of the International Society of Schema Therapy.
Sharon Normand
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, CCS
1 Endorsed
Audubon, New Orleans, LA 70118
I empower individuals to change their perceptions about issues that are unhealthy and assist them in facilitating positive change. I approach therapy with clients from a wellness model (having issues they need assistance managing) as opposed to a medical model (being broken and needing to be fixed). My favorite quote is from Alfred Adler in 1927, "The hardest thing for human beings to do is to know themselves and to change themselves." I enjoy helping clients gain insight that can be helpful to facilitate change in perceptions and ultimately in their lives. I have evening availability.
I empower individuals to change their perceptions about issues that are unhealthy and assist them in facilitating positive change. I approach therapy with clients from a wellness model (having issues they need assistance managing) as opposed to a medical model (being broken and needing to be fixed). My favorite quote is from Alfred Adler in 1927, "The hardest thing for human beings to do is to know themselves and to change themselves." I enjoy helping clients gain insight that can be helpful to facilitate change in perceptions and ultimately in their lives. I have evening availability.
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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.