Sexual Abuse Therapists in Hyattsville, MD
I am an African American Christian therapist specializing in the field of victimization and trauma. I have been in private practice and owned my business for over twenty-five ryears. I believe total healing is mind, body and spirit. I am the author of a daily devotional entitled : "Good Morning My Chickadees: Morning Messages From Mom” and a relaxation CD entitled “Surrender.” I have been a consultant to a number of agencies and schools in the metropolitan area; and is trained in the Jeff Mitchell model of critical incident stress debriefing. My motto is "You can do all things through Christ who strengthens you". phil. 4:13
I am an African American Christian therapist specializing in the field of victimization and trauma. I have been in private practice and owned my business for over twenty-five ryears. I believe total healing is mind, body and spirit. I am the author of a daily devotional entitled : "Good Morning My Chickadees: Morning Messages From Mom” and a relaxation CD entitled “Surrender.” I have been a consultant to a number of agencies and schools in the metropolitan area; and is trained in the Jeff Mitchell model of critical incident stress debriefing. My motto is "You can do all things through Christ who strengthens you". phil. 4:13
In addition to providing short and long-term treatment services, I specialize in providing evidence-based, trauma-informed treatment services (e.g., EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, PCIT) to youth, families, and adults coping with traumatic stress (e.g., physical and sexual abuse, grief and loss, violence exposure).
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist I am passionate about the mental health of individuals struggling with Posttraumatic Stress disorder, depression, and anxiety. I have successfully helped children, families, and adults with adjustment difficulties, traumatic stress exposure, and other concerns that impact their daily functioning.
In addition to providing short and long-term treatment services, I specialize in providing evidence-based, trauma-informed treatment services (e.g., EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, PCIT) to youth, families, and adults coping with traumatic stress (e.g., physical and sexual abuse, grief and loss, violence exposure).
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist I am passionate about the mental health of individuals struggling with Posttraumatic Stress disorder, depression, and anxiety. I have successfully helped children, families, and adults with adjustment difficulties, traumatic stress exposure, and other concerns that impact their daily functioning.
My mission as a therapist is to create a completely non-judgmental, loving container in which your transformation unfolds. I believe that all mental—and many physical—health “symptoms” are all parts of us with good intentions, calling frantically for our loving attention. I believe in healing, not coping. We are so much more than a diagnosis and a bundle of symptoms; we are so much more than our pain and trauma. I believe that in each of us resides a marvelous, pure, all-loving essence that is the home base of our healing. My role, as the therapist, is to simply guide you there.
My mission as a therapist is to create a completely non-judgmental, loving container in which your transformation unfolds. I believe that all mental—and many physical—health “symptoms” are all parts of us with good intentions, calling frantically for our loving attention. I believe in healing, not coping. We are so much more than a diagnosis and a bundle of symptoms; we are so much more than our pain and trauma. I believe that in each of us resides a marvelous, pure, all-loving essence that is the home base of our healing. My role, as the therapist, is to simply guide you there.
Engaging in self-care is one of the most powerful life choices. Taking care of our mental health and choosing to address emotional pain can feel daunting. Ever imagine it could also feel rewarding? Psychotherapy can provide a unique opportunity to foster growth, compassion, and self-acceptance. As a clinical psychologist, my goal is to guide you on your personal journey, and help you embrace your most authentic self so you can live a life that’s meaningful to you. Find agency in this process and engage in long-lasting value-driven behavior change. Maybe even join me on my fall 2026 EMDR Retreat in Newfoundland, Canada?
Engaging in self-care is one of the most powerful life choices. Taking care of our mental health and choosing to address emotional pain can feel daunting. Ever imagine it could also feel rewarding? Psychotherapy can provide a unique opportunity to foster growth, compassion, and self-acceptance. As a clinical psychologist, my goal is to guide you on your personal journey, and help you embrace your most authentic self so you can live a life that’s meaningful to you. Find agency in this process and engage in long-lasting value-driven behavior change. Maybe even join me on my fall 2026 EMDR Retreat in Newfoundland, Canada?
I am so proud of you for making a step towards your recovery. It’s a step in the right direction. Life in general is challenging and many life issues come as obstacles in our way. Guess what? You are not alone. I know It’s not always easy to find someone who understands you or even someone you can trust. Make Journey of Hope your preferred place for therapy. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a person centered approach to treatment. This is your journey. In a warm, non-judgmental atmosphere, you will feel supported as you regain your strength and hope in life.
I am so proud of you for making a step towards your recovery. It’s a step in the right direction. Life in general is challenging and many life issues come as obstacles in our way. Guess what? You are not alone. I know It’s not always easy to find someone who understands you or even someone you can trust. Make Journey of Hope your preferred place for therapy. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a person centered approach to treatment. This is your journey. In a warm, non-judgmental atmosphere, you will feel supported as you regain your strength and hope in life.
For over two decades, I've worked with people through their most challenging moments and their most transformative growth. I am an LCSW with over 20 years of experience and provide teletherapy in Arizona and Maryland.
If you're here, you might be carrying something heavy: the weight of constant decision-making, the isolation that can come with leadership, unresolved grief, trauma, or experiences that show up in unexpected ways, or simply the exhaustion of holding it all together. I am here to help you navigate those challenging times, find ways to cope, manage life, and experience moments of joy, starting where you are.
For over two decades, I've worked with people through their most challenging moments and their most transformative growth. I am an LCSW with over 20 years of experience and provide teletherapy in Arizona and Maryland.
If you're here, you might be carrying something heavy: the weight of constant decision-making, the isolation that can come with leadership, unresolved grief, trauma, or experiences that show up in unexpected ways, or simply the exhaustion of holding it all together. I am here to help you navigate those challenging times, find ways to cope, manage life, and experience moments of joy, starting where you are.
You might be reading this with a mix of intrigue, reluctance, anxiety and hope about beginning (or continuing) therapy– this is natural. Let me start by telling you that I believe each of us wants to live our best, most fulfilling life.
Among many things, challenges, stress, work/life balance, strong emotions, unresolved trauma, patterns of behavior, grief and loss, unsatisfying relationships, substance use, or unexpected changes can interrupt the journey to fulfillment. Within your experiences, painful as some may have been, are important life lessons from which you can derive benefit.
You might be reading this with a mix of intrigue, reluctance, anxiety and hope about beginning (or continuing) therapy– this is natural. Let me start by telling you that I believe each of us wants to live our best, most fulfilling life.
Among many things, challenges, stress, work/life balance, strong emotions, unresolved trauma, patterns of behavior, grief and loss, unsatisfying relationships, substance use, or unexpected changes can interrupt the journey to fulfillment. Within your experiences, painful as some may have been, are important life lessons from which you can derive benefit.
Hyacinth Wellness Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHS, LPC
Hyattsville, MD 20785
Our goal at Hyacinth Wellness is to help clients identify obstacles and understand their needs and strengths to achieve personal growth and success within relationships and life goals. We assess current life circumstances, family and medical history, and the larger social context to promote self-awareness and a collaborative plan of growth and change.
Our goal at Hyacinth Wellness is to help clients identify obstacles and understand their needs and strengths to achieve personal growth and success within relationships and life goals. We assess current life circumstances, family and medical history, and the larger social context to promote self-awareness and a collaborative plan of growth and change.
Life is hard — and most of us keep waiting for it to get easier on its own. But real, lasting change only happens when we build the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual skills to meet life differently. Therapy is where that transformation begins. It is where you learn, practice, and grow, with someone in your corner who truly sees you, honors your story, and refuses to ask you to leave any part of yourself at the door. I am Dr. LaNail R. Plummer — licensed therapist, founder and CEO of Onyx Therapy Group, author, and someone who has spent over 20 years creating space for people the mental health world has too often overlooked.
Life is hard — and most of us keep waiting for it to get easier on its own. But real, lasting change only happens when we build the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual skills to meet life differently. Therapy is where that transformation begins. It is where you learn, practice, and grow, with someone in your corner who truly sees you, honors your story, and refuses to ask you to leave any part of yourself at the door. I am Dr. LaNail R. Plummer — licensed therapist, founder and CEO of Onyx Therapy Group, author, and someone who has spent over 20 years creating space for people the mental health world has too often overlooked.
As a proud Gay African American man and ally to the LGBTQIA+ community, I understand how important it is to feel seen, respected, and supported. I bring both professional training and personal experience to the work I do, and I aim to create a safe, judgment-free space for every client, no matter their background or story.
I help clients with a range of concerns, including:
• ADHD
• Anxiety and depression
• Anger management
• Mood disorders (including bipolar)
• Family and relationship issues
• Life stress and transitions
• LGBTQIA+ support
• Trauma, PTSD, grief, and identity work
As a proud Gay African American man and ally to the LGBTQIA+ community, I understand how important it is to feel seen, respected, and supported. I bring both professional training and personal experience to the work I do, and I aim to create a safe, judgment-free space for every client, no matter their background or story.
I help clients with a range of concerns, including:
• ADHD
• Anxiety and depression
• Anger management
• Mood disorders (including bipolar)
• Family and relationship issues
• Life stress and transitions
• LGBTQIA+ support
• Trauma, PTSD, grief, and identity work
I am the founder of Tamara’s Clouds Inc. I started this company in 2009 with aspirations of empowering humanity. I believe that each person has a past that is transporting them into their future. My approach is to craft a trusted and non-judgmental environment, while fostering truth and liberation with every client.
I am the founder of Tamara’s Clouds Inc. I started this company in 2009 with aspirations of empowering humanity. I believe that each person has a past that is transporting them into their future. My approach is to craft a trusted and non-judgmental environment, while fostering truth and liberation with every client.
Have you ever heard the phrase "we solve our own problems". Or that it is a weakness to express your emotions. Are you from a culture where it is not okay to see a therapist? Are you overwhelmed with thoughts? If you could just talk to someone about it...Well you are in the right place. Here you will find a warm and safe place to express these feelings or emotions, manage stress, reduce anxiety, cope with depression or grief, understand anger, and deal with life's transitions without violating your family or cultural principles.
Have you ever heard the phrase "we solve our own problems". Or that it is a weakness to express your emotions. Are you from a culture where it is not okay to see a therapist? Are you overwhelmed with thoughts? If you could just talk to someone about it...Well you are in the right place. Here you will find a warm and safe place to express these feelings or emotions, manage stress, reduce anxiety, cope with depression or grief, understand anger, and deal with life's transitions without violating your family or cultural principles.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, 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 ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Elena Sanchez Dominguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, Affairs, Couples, Sex, Parejas, Español
Online Only
Some experiences are hard to say out loud - infidelity, intimacy struggles, anxiety, sexual concerns, or the feeling that something in your relationship has shifted and you don't know how to get it back.
I work with individuals and couples navigating painful and deeply personal challenges - betrayal trauma, emotional disconnection, conflict, or sexual concerns such as mismatched desire, pain, performance anxiety, or compulsive sexual behaviors.
Whatever brought you here - you are not alone, and things can get better.
Some experiences are hard to say out loud - infidelity, intimacy struggles, anxiety, sexual concerns, or the feeling that something in your relationship has shifted and you don't know how to get it back.
I work with individuals and couples navigating painful and deeply personal challenges - betrayal trauma, emotional disconnection, conflict, or sexual concerns such as mismatched desire, pain, performance anxiety, or compulsive sexual behaviors.
Whatever brought you here - you are not alone, and things can get better.
Mental Health is necessary for survival, and I believe it's not only a choice but it is a commitment. As an advocate for mental wellness, I've seen facets of what some see as limitations, but I see as an opportunity to better understand those around us.
Mental Health is necessary for survival, and I believe it's not only a choice but it is a commitment. As an advocate for mental wellness, I've seen facets of what some see as limitations, but I see as an opportunity to better understand those around us.
Behavioral Health & Substance Abuse Network, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, CAC II
Online Only
Do you feel stuck in a place where you are not happy? Are you, your family, or your relationships hurting? - I can help you ease the pain, the suffering, and the confusion. Oftentimes, challenges can be tough to manage; finding the right therapist to talk with can make all the difference in the world. Therapy doesn't have to be a difficult or uncomfortable experience. I can help you re-claim your confidence and get your life back. You can, once again, discover new meaning and enjoyment. A healthier you will flourish, and a more meaningful and fulfilling life will follow.
Do you feel stuck in a place where you are not happy? Are you, your family, or your relationships hurting? - I can help you ease the pain, the suffering, and the confusion. Oftentimes, challenges can be tough to manage; finding the right therapist to talk with can make all the difference in the world. Therapy doesn't have to be a difficult or uncomfortable experience. I can help you re-claim your confidence and get your life back. You can, once again, discover new meaning and enjoyment. A healthier you will flourish, and a more meaningful and fulfilling life will follow.
We all carry invisible luggage. For some, it’s a small, manageable weight; for others, it is a heavy, suffocating burden that colors every day, every relationship, and every thought. If you are reading this, you might be tired of the weight. You are not alone. I am a licensed therapist serving clients across DC, Maryland, New Jersey, and Texas.
Si buscas un espacio donde seas escuchado, validado y apoyado sin juicios mientras trabajamos juntos para sanar las heridas del pasado, estoy aquí para acompañarte en este proceso.
Me especializo en ayudar a personas quienes viven en DC, Maryland, Nueva Jersey y Texas.
We all carry invisible luggage. For some, it’s a small, manageable weight; for others, it is a heavy, suffocating burden that colors every day, every relationship, and every thought. If you are reading this, you might be tired of the weight. You are not alone. I am a licensed therapist serving clients across DC, Maryland, New Jersey, and Texas.
Si buscas un espacio donde seas escuchado, validado y apoyado sin juicios mientras trabajamos juntos para sanar las heridas del pasado, estoy aquí para acompañarte en este proceso.
Me especializo en ayudar a personas quienes viven en DC, Maryland, Nueva Jersey y Texas.
Your story is threaded with mystery and purpose. Sometimes we journey through dark landscapes of chaos and unraveling. Things happen: an injustice, we loose our job, our health declines, the place we call home disappears like sand between our fingers, we lose the ones we love, or we are betrayed by someone we trusted. Suddenly, we are faced with the shocking absurdity of reality. "I can't believe this is my life! Please, don't let this be my life!" When we are lost, the importance of someone bearing witness to our severely-wounded self is invaluable. I consider it an honor to walk alongside of you and your one, unique story.
Your story is threaded with mystery and purpose. Sometimes we journey through dark landscapes of chaos and unraveling. Things happen: an injustice, we loose our job, our health declines, the place we call home disappears like sand between our fingers, we lose the ones we love, or we are betrayed by someone we trusted. Suddenly, we are faced with the shocking absurdity of reality. "I can't believe this is my life! Please, don't let this be my life!" When we are lost, the importance of someone bearing witness to our severely-wounded self is invaluable. I consider it an honor to walk alongside of you and your one, unique story.
Are your current ways of coping with anxiety, depression, or soul exhaustion starting to feel misaligned, or even costly?
Do you find yourself prioritizing safety and survival in your career, relationships, or daily life, only to realize there’s little space left for ease, joy, or true rest?
Many of the people I work with are outwardly successful, deeply thoughtful, and quietly overwhelmed. Together, we shift from survival-based coping into a life that feels emotionally regulated, internally peaceful, and aligned with who they are becoming.
Are your current ways of coping with anxiety, depression, or soul exhaustion starting to feel misaligned, or even costly?
Do you find yourself prioritizing safety and survival in your career, relationships, or daily life, only to realize there’s little space left for ease, joy, or true rest?
Many of the people I work with are outwardly successful, deeply thoughtful, and quietly overwhelmed. Together, we shift from survival-based coping into a life that feels emotionally regulated, internally peaceful, and aligned with who they are becoming.
When we avoid dealing with painful emotions and experiences, we allow emotional wounds to develop. Emotional wounds are just as serious as physical wounds, and need just as much attention and care. When we neglect emotional injuries, we allow the wounds to fester and infect other areas of our life. Our therapeutic style focuses on confronting painful emotions and understanding their role in interpersonal emotional reactivity. For this reason, therapy is intense and emotionally heightened. It brings out individuals' most vulnerable emotions and promotes the expression of the true self.
When we avoid dealing with painful emotions and experiences, we allow emotional wounds to develop. Emotional wounds are just as serious as physical wounds, and need just as much attention and care. When we neglect emotional injuries, we allow the wounds to fester and infect other areas of our life. Our therapeutic style focuses on confronting painful emotions and understanding their role in interpersonal emotional reactivity. For this reason, therapy is intense and emotionally heightened. It brings out individuals' most vulnerable emotions and promotes the expression of the true self.
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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.