Sexual Abuse Therapists in National Harbor, MD
Welcome New Clients: Availability for Telehealth/Online Services for evenings and weekends. ReFocus Together Counseling Services offers online counseling through a secured platform called Doxyme. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. If you are at a time in your life when you need someone to help sort out life's thoughts or problems, I can help with: Anxiety • Stress Management • Trauma • Parenting issues • Anger • Depression • Crisis Management • Marriage / Relationship concerns • Work related problems • Grief • Adjustment issues • Adults (raped or abused as children).
Welcome New Clients: Availability for Telehealth/Online Services for evenings and weekends. ReFocus Together Counseling Services offers online counseling through a secured platform called Doxyme. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families. If you are at a time in your life when you need someone to help sort out life's thoughts or problems, I can help with: Anxiety • Stress Management • Trauma • Parenting issues • Anger • Depression • Crisis Management • Marriage / Relationship concerns • Work related problems • Grief • Adjustment issues • Adults (raped or abused as children).
Hello, I'm Ebony with ReFocus Together Counseling Services. ReFocus means to readjust your vision. Sometimes seeing a challenge or a mental illness from a different vantage point through the guidance of a professional can be very helpful and is an important step in the process of change. Envision a life free of feeling trapped by addictions, weak boundaries, trauma, or lack of self-confidence. Imagine a life filled with more hope, joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. These are values that you can achieve if you put the effort in. I can help your achieve your goals.
Hello, I'm Ebony with ReFocus Together Counseling Services. ReFocus means to readjust your vision. Sometimes seeing a challenge or a mental illness from a different vantage point through the guidance of a professional can be very helpful and is an important step in the process of change. Envision a life free of feeling trapped by addictions, weak boundaries, trauma, or lack of self-confidence. Imagine a life filled with more hope, joy, fulfillment, and satisfaction. These are values that you can achieve if you put the effort in. I can help your achieve your goals.
Welcome to my practice! I am a bilingual psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working in the Clinical field. I offer psychotherapy to people whose goals are to improve their mental well being, strengthen their interpersonal relationships, and achieve their aspirations in life. I combine different schools of psychotherapy to offer the most pertinent tools for clients to learn how to deal with diverse mental health conditions: anxiety, depression, sexual trauma, PTSD, complicated grief, relational challenges, self harm, among others. I am bilingual (Spanish) and also multicultural.
Welcome to my practice! I am a bilingual psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working in the Clinical field. I offer psychotherapy to people whose goals are to improve their mental well being, strengthen their interpersonal relationships, and achieve their aspirations in life. I combine different schools of psychotherapy to offer the most pertinent tools for clients to learn how to deal with diverse mental health conditions: anxiety, depression, sexual trauma, PTSD, complicated grief, relational challenges, self harm, among others. I am bilingual (Spanish) and also multicultural.
With 8 years of experience in the mental health field, I firmly believe in the parity of mental and physical health. Life often leads us into dark tunnels, and my role in therapy is to guide individuals toward the light at the end of those tunnels. I provide a safe and empathetic space for people to explore their thoughts and feelings, recognizing the uniqueness of each individual's journey. If you have any questions or specific concerns, feel free to ask; I'm here to assist you.
With 8 years of experience in the mental health field, I firmly believe in the parity of mental and physical health. Life often leads us into dark tunnels, and my role in therapy is to guide individuals toward the light at the end of those tunnels. I provide a safe and empathetic space for people to explore their thoughts and feelings, recognizing the uniqueness of each individual's journey. If you have any questions or specific concerns, feel free to ask; I'm here to assist you.
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Alison Dagger
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCPC, LPC, LPMT, MT-BC
2 Endorsed
Potomac, MD 20854
I specialize in complex trauma, sexual trauma, performing artist mental health, and somatic therapy. I work with adults identifying as creatives, healers, and highly sensitive people. I also work well with individuals carrying childhood trauma connected to sexual orientation, religion, and/or ethnicity- the kind that doesn’t just affect how you feel, but how you attach, trust, and show up in your world. I’ll work with you to face the painful memories holding you hostage and responses that feel out of your control. Together we work to help you feel liberated, more authentically you, and empowered with access to your own creativity.
I specialize in complex trauma, sexual trauma, performing artist mental health, and somatic therapy. I work with adults identifying as creatives, healers, and highly sensitive people. I also work well with individuals carrying childhood trauma connected to sexual orientation, religion, and/or ethnicity- the kind that doesn’t just affect how you feel, but how you attach, trust, and show up in your world. I’ll work with you to face the painful memories holding you hostage and responses that feel out of your control. Together we work to help you feel liberated, more authentically you, and empowered with access to your own creativity.
I have done extensive work with clients focusing on emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, crime, workplace stress, and relational trauma.
My treatment focuses on utilizing your strengths and motivations to improve your ability to deal with challenges. I take a trauma-informed approach to my therapy and utilize a strength based approach using Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, CBT, and psychoeducation as my primary therapy methods.
I have done extensive work with clients focusing on emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, crime, workplace stress, and relational trauma.
My treatment focuses on utilizing your strengths and motivations to improve your ability to deal with challenges. I take a trauma-informed approach to my therapy and utilize a strength based approach using Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, CBT, and psychoeducation as my primary therapy methods.
Welcome. I'm letting you know that the emotion, emptiness, noise, or pain doesn’t need to be this extreme. It is possible to feel other ways.
In therapy, we will work on creating a space in which you feel truly comfortable sharing. Then, we can look at your pain in a measured and safe way. We will work to make change, whether it’s finding hope, easing pain, or making meaning.
I am an art therapist and a psychotherapist. You need zero experience or skill to engage in art therapy. It is not about making a masterpiece, it's a way to communicate.
I do have a waiting list for in-person, so please connect for availability
Welcome. I'm letting you know that the emotion, emptiness, noise, or pain doesn’t need to be this extreme. It is possible to feel other ways.
In therapy, we will work on creating a space in which you feel truly comfortable sharing. Then, we can look at your pain in a measured and safe way. We will work to make change, whether it’s finding hope, easing pain, or making meaning.
I am an art therapist and a psychotherapist. You need zero experience or skill to engage in art therapy. It is not about making a masterpiece, it's a way to communicate.
I do have a waiting list for in-person, so please connect for availability
You’ve survived things that never should have happened, and you’re tired of pretending they didn’t change you. Many of the adults I work with learned how to survive childhood trauma, sexual or domestic violence, and grief, but survival isn’t the same as truly living. I provide virtual trauma-informed therapy to adults across Maryland who feel stuck in patterns of emotional numbing, hyper-independence, or constant vigilance and are ready to move beyond survival mode.
You’ve survived things that never should have happened, and you’re tired of pretending they didn’t change you. Many of the adults I work with learned how to survive childhood trauma, sexual or domestic violence, and grief, but survival isn’t the same as truly living. I provide virtual trauma-informed therapy to adults across Maryland who feel stuck in patterns of emotional numbing, hyper-independence, or constant vigilance and are ready to move beyond survival mode.
Denise Montgomery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LMFT, RPT-S, CCTP-II
Bowie, MD 20716
Are you overwhelmed or confused about the next steps needed to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle? Does it seem as if no one understands or can relate to your experiences? If you answered yes to any of the questions, you are in the right place. I am an African Centered social worker with over 20 years of experience in helping children, families, adults, and couples. If you are curious about what healthy change could look like in your life, let's connect. You deserve to be happy. You deserve joy.
Are you overwhelmed or confused about the next steps needed to maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle? Does it seem as if no one understands or can relate to your experiences? If you answered yes to any of the questions, you are in the right place. I am an African Centered social worker with over 20 years of experience in helping children, families, adults, and couples. If you are curious about what healthy change could look like in your life, let's connect. You deserve to be happy. You deserve joy.
I specialize in sexual abuse/ assault, grief/loss, life transitions, and crisis intervention.
Are you a caregiver of a child who has experienced a trauma and you don't know how to support them? Would you like support in navigating some changes you've noticed? Perhaps you have seen disturbed sleeping patterns, changes in appetite, regression to more infantile behaviors, and changes in academic performance.
As a caregiver, navigating your child's trauma experience can leave some uncertainty and may have you feeling alone. The trauma experience that your child encountered is not meant to be done alone and requires a village, allow me to be a part of that village. Is your child resistant to doing therapy?
I specialize in sexual abuse/ assault, grief/loss, life transitions, and crisis intervention.
Are you a caregiver of a child who has experienced a trauma and you don't know how to support them? Would you like support in navigating some changes you've noticed? Perhaps you have seen disturbed sleeping patterns, changes in appetite, regression to more infantile behaviors, and changes in academic performance.
As a caregiver, navigating your child's trauma experience can leave some uncertainty and may have you feeling alone. The trauma experience that your child encountered is not meant to be done alone and requires a village, allow me to be a part of that village. Is your child resistant to doing therapy?
Holistic Psychotherapy by Santa, LLC.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SEP
2 Endorsed
Silver Spring, MD 20906
No matter how you are feeling, know that there is someone out here to support you, don't lose hope. I believe that we all have the innate ability to be well, regardless of race, sexual orientation or gender identification. Traumatic and challenging experiences in our lifes, can affect our nervous system, rendering us vulnerable, confused and at times stuck/frozen in fight and or flight responses to life. It would be an honor to assist you at recognizing and reclaiming your strength and true potential through gentle, mindful and regulated interventions that provide balance and peace.
No matter how you are feeling, know that there is someone out here to support you, don't lose hope. I believe that we all have the innate ability to be well, regardless of race, sexual orientation or gender identification. Traumatic and challenging experiences in our lifes, can affect our nervous system, rendering us vulnerable, confused and at times stuck/frozen in fight and or flight responses to life. It would be an honor to assist you at recognizing and reclaiming your strength and true potential through gentle, mindful and regulated interventions that provide balance and peace.
You don't have to carry it all alone. Let's work through it together. Are you overwhelmed, stressed, emotionally exhausted, or struggling with something that feels difficult to navigate alone? Maybe you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, family conflict, or a major life transition.
You don't have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. I provide a warm, practical, and judgment-free space where you can be heard, understood, and supported while developing tools that can help you move forward.
You don't have to carry it all alone. Let's work through it together. Are you overwhelmed, stressed, emotionally exhausted, or struggling with something that feels difficult to navigate alone? Maybe you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, family conflict, or a major life transition.
You don't have to have everything figured out before starting therapy. I provide a warm, practical, and judgment-free space where you can be heard, understood, and supported while developing tools that can help you move forward.
Have you or a member of your family experienced a trauma, suffered a loss or are having trouble overcoming past events? I meet all children, individuals and families where they are. I try to put everyone at ease, answer all your questions and begin to instill hope that the problems will get better. I also have a specialty in forensic psychology and can put my assessment and clinical skills to use in the courtroom to help you achieve justice in the criminal or civil arena.
Have you or a member of your family experienced a trauma, suffered a loss or are having trouble overcoming past events? I meet all children, individuals and families where they are. I try to put everyone at ease, answer all your questions and begin to instill hope that the problems will get better. I also have a specialty in forensic psychology and can put my assessment and clinical skills to use in the courtroom to help you achieve justice in the criminal or civil arena.
Welcome. Seeking help for yourself is never easy. You've taken a big step, so, let's keep your momentum going. Do you ever feel guilty or shameful about things that have happened to you? Do you feel shameful about who you are or fear that you are not lovable or worthwhile? Do you struggle with intimacy in relationships or can your relationships be chaotic? Do painful memories or feelings invade your thoughts or dreams? It can seem as if this will never change. Begin to believe that it is possible to heal what has happened to you and to change how you feel, especially about yourself.
Welcome. Seeking help for yourself is never easy. You've taken a big step, so, let's keep your momentum going. Do you ever feel guilty or shameful about things that have happened to you? Do you feel shameful about who you are or fear that you are not lovable or worthwhile? Do you struggle with intimacy in relationships or can your relationships be chaotic? Do painful memories or feelings invade your thoughts or dreams? It can seem as if this will never change. Begin to believe that it is possible to heal what has happened to you and to change how you feel, especially about yourself.
Welcome to Arden Associates, where compassion meets cutting-edge care. At Arden, we believe in the power of human connection and the transformative potential of advanced practices in mental health. With a commitment to genuine care and the latest innovations in our field, we strive to provide unparalleled support and healing to every individual we serve. Join us on a journey where empathy meets expertise, and together, we can navigate towards brighter horizons.
Welcome to Arden Associates, where compassion meets cutting-edge care. At Arden, we believe in the power of human connection and the transformative potential of advanced practices in mental health. With a commitment to genuine care and the latest innovations in our field, we strive to provide unparalleled support and healing to every individual we serve. Join us on a journey where empathy meets expertise, and together, we can navigate towards brighter horizons.
Hi, I’m Kelly. I am an action-oriented trauma and OCD therapist that works with clients who want to feel differently than the current way they are feeling. Perhaps, you experienced a traumatic event(s) or perhaps, you are feeling overwhelmed with intrusive thoughts/ worry, rumination and/or compulsions. You just want to feel better, but maybe you don't know where to start; I can help. I have extensive training in trauma and PTSD treatment. I'm also skilled in assisting people who are experiencing phobias, anxiety and OCD. I provide specialty care in these treatment areas which means I can provide evidence-based treatments to help.
Hi, I’m Kelly. I am an action-oriented trauma and OCD therapist that works with clients who want to feel differently than the current way they are feeling. Perhaps, you experienced a traumatic event(s) or perhaps, you are feeling overwhelmed with intrusive thoughts/ worry, rumination and/or compulsions. You just want to feel better, but maybe you don't know where to start; I can help. I have extensive training in trauma and PTSD treatment. I'm also skilled in assisting people who are experiencing phobias, anxiety and OCD. I provide specialty care in these treatment areas which means I can provide evidence-based treatments to help.
You deserve to have a meaningful life that is worth waking up for every morning. If you have been having challenges that leave you frustrated or have hit a life roadblock that's preventing you from being your best self, I am here to help! I provide a judgment-free zone and will partner with you to achieve your wellness goals. My solution-focused approach uses client-clinician collaboration to assist you in reaching your individualized goals and leaning into self-empowerment to overcome life challenges.
You deserve to have a meaningful life that is worth waking up for every morning. If you have been having challenges that leave you frustrated or have hit a life roadblock that's preventing you from being your best self, I am here to help! I provide a judgment-free zone and will partner with you to achieve your wellness goals. My solution-focused approach uses client-clinician collaboration to assist you in reaching your individualized goals and leaning into self-empowerment to overcome life challenges.
I specialize in recovery from trauma (particularly childhood abuse/neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence), successful movement through life transitions (young adulthood, career, parenthood, mid-life and loss), and repair of interpersonal relationships (including a specialty in couples therapy).
My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore unresolved issues, vulnerabilities and relational difficulties that interfere with happiness. I work creatively and collaboratively with clients, drawing upon client's strengths and experiences, and meeting individuals and couples where they are in their journey.
I specialize in recovery from trauma (particularly childhood abuse/neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence), successful movement through life transitions (young adulthood, career, parenthood, mid-life and loss), and repair of interpersonal relationships (including a specialty in couples therapy).
My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore unresolved issues, vulnerabilities and relational difficulties that interfere with happiness. I work creatively and collaboratively with clients, drawing upon client's strengths and experiences, and meeting individuals and couples where they are in their journey.
Struggling with an eating disorder can negatively impact every aspect of your life. I love helping my clients to make peace with food their bodies, and themselves. Being a survivor of trauma may cause you to feel unsafe in the world and in relationships, feel constantly "on guard" or like you are "waiting for the other shoe to drop," and experience increased anxiety. My passion is helping individuals with eating disorders and survivors of trauma to improve their lives. If you are tired of feeling trapped in an eating disorder or existing in survival mode as you deal with the impact of trauma-I can help.
Struggling with an eating disorder can negatively impact every aspect of your life. I love helping my clients to make peace with food their bodies, and themselves. Being a survivor of trauma may cause you to feel unsafe in the world and in relationships, feel constantly "on guard" or like you are "waiting for the other shoe to drop," and experience increased anxiety. My passion is helping individuals with eating disorders and survivors of trauma to improve their lives. If you are tired of feeling trapped in an eating disorder or existing in survival mode as you deal with the impact of trauma-I can help.
I’m Marissa Nelson, an award-winning, Relationship and Sex Therapist, TEDx speaker, and educator dedicated to helping couples and individuals thrive. You can catch me on Fox 5 or Good Day DC sharing insights on dating, or in the NY Times, Wall Street Journal, Glamour, and Women’s Health as a trusted relationship expert. I recently launched The Lovers Society, a community offering resources, courses, and content to help you level up your relationship. My mission is to help you reclaim pleasure and intimacy, and gain the clarity and support to make decisions that work for your future—because you deserve peace, joy, ease, and rest!
I’m Marissa Nelson, an award-winning, Relationship and Sex Therapist, TEDx speaker, and educator dedicated to helping couples and individuals thrive. You can catch me on Fox 5 or Good Day DC sharing insights on dating, or in the NY Times, Wall Street Journal, Glamour, and Women’s Health as a trusted relationship expert. I recently launched The Lovers Society, a community offering resources, courses, and content to help you level up your relationship. My mission is to help you reclaim pleasure and intimacy, and gain the clarity and support to make decisions that work for your future—because you deserve peace, joy, ease, and rest!
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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.