Sexual Abuse Therapists in Chappaqua, NY
My clients are often intellectually curious, creatively driven individuals who have struggled to find spaces where they feel genuinely understood. Many are drawn to exploring deeper questions around identity, meaning, relationships, and the human experience. I frequently work with those who identify as the “black sheep” within high-achieving or complex family systems, as well as artists, performers, clinicians, and high-visibility professionals.
You may be navigating trauma, anxiety, distrust, dissociation, identity exploration, unusual perceptual experiences, or the complicated intersection of visibility, success and isolation.
My clients are often intellectually curious, creatively driven individuals who have struggled to find spaces where they feel genuinely understood. Many are drawn to exploring deeper questions around identity, meaning, relationships, and the human experience. I frequently work with those who identify as the “black sheep” within high-achieving or complex family systems, as well as artists, performers, clinicians, and high-visibility professionals.
You may be navigating trauma, anxiety, distrust, dissociation, identity exploration, unusual perceptual experiences, or the complicated intersection of visibility, success and isolation.
When sex, intimacy, or trust breaks down, carrying it alone is exhausting. Maybe the physical closeness has stopped and sex feels like a source of tension rather than connection. Maybe the shock of infidelity left you feeling hypervigilant, disconnected, and unsure how to heal. Or perhaps you are navigating non-monogamy and want to talk through the real complexities without judgment or being talked out of it. You deserve a space where you can speak openly, drop the shame, break the patterns keeping you stuck, and build a relationship that actually works.
When sex, intimacy, or trust breaks down, carrying it alone is exhausting. Maybe the physical closeness has stopped and sex feels like a source of tension rather than connection. Maybe the shock of infidelity left you feeling hypervigilant, disconnected, and unsure how to heal. Or perhaps you are navigating non-monogamy and want to talk through the real complexities without judgment or being talked out of it. You deserve a space where you can speak openly, drop the shame, break the patterns keeping you stuck, and build a relationship that actually works.
As a New York state licensed clinical psychologist, I am well-versed in several approaches to therapy, including psychodynamic therapy and skills training, however, my primary method of working is psychodynamic treatment with a special focus on fostering attachment. While the relationship between patient and therapist is imperative in all therapy, I am deeply committed to helping my patients explore and understand their attachment styles and working with them to attain healthier attachment patterns as a means for psychological growth and relief.
As a New York state licensed clinical psychologist, I am well-versed in several approaches to therapy, including psychodynamic therapy and skills training, however, my primary method of working is psychodynamic treatment with a special focus on fostering attachment. While the relationship between patient and therapist is imperative in all therapy, I am deeply committed to helping my patients explore and understand their attachment styles and working with them to attain healthier attachment patterns as a means for psychological growth and relief.
Moving between states, or simply feeling pulled in different directions internally, can make it hard to find steady ground. I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, depression, and relationship strain, using Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Internal Family Systems together — DBT to build concrete coping skills for the moment, and IFS to understand the different "parts" of yourself that got you here in the first place. Sessions are available in English or Spanish.
Licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Florida, I support clients through life transitions, relationship challenges, and patterns that feel hard to change.
Moving between states, or simply feeling pulled in different directions internally, can make it hard to find steady ground. I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, depression, and relationship strain, using Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Internal Family Systems together — DBT to build concrete coping skills for the moment, and IFS to understand the different "parts" of yourself that got you here in the first place. Sessions are available in English or Spanish.
Licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Florida, I support clients through life transitions, relationship challenges, and patterns that feel hard to change.
If you are reading this page, you are probably in some kind of crisis or difficulty you have not been able to sort out by yourself. Although this can be uncomfortable, it also provides great possibilities for change. As a trained therapist with over 30 years of experience, I have a broad array of experiences and tools to help you effect the changes you want to make in a way that is gentle and respectful. Although it may seem impossible, individual change, changing a troubled relationship or getting your family back on track are all within reach.
If you are reading this page, you are probably in some kind of crisis or difficulty you have not been able to sort out by yourself. Although this can be uncomfortable, it also provides great possibilities for change. As a trained therapist with over 30 years of experience, I have a broad array of experiences and tools to help you effect the changes you want to make in a way that is gentle and respectful. Although it may seem impossible, individual change, changing a troubled relationship or getting your family back on track are all within reach.
Many of us enter therapy feeling lost. Starting this journey-lost in the forest of feelings, pain, or trauma-can be so daunting. But this is likely one of the bravest things you'll ever do. And you shouldn't have to wander this forest alone. As your therapist, I'll walk beside you each step of the way, as your equal, your guide, and your support through the journey to healing.
Many of us enter therapy feeling lost. Starting this journey-lost in the forest of feelings, pain, or trauma-can be so daunting. But this is likely one of the bravest things you'll ever do. And you shouldn't have to wander this forest alone. As your therapist, I'll walk beside you each step of the way, as your equal, your guide, and your support through the journey to healing.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment for my clients to explore their life challenges. I am here to validate your unique experience and work with you to find strategies that fit your life. I value the strength of the therapeutic relationship and believe it is the building block from which you can bring about positive change in your life. I use an integrative approach primarily rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and solutions-focused techniques.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment for my clients to explore their life challenges. I am here to validate your unique experience and work with you to find strategies that fit your life. I value the strength of the therapeutic relationship and believe it is the building block from which you can bring about positive change in your life. I use an integrative approach primarily rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and solutions-focused techniques.
Something isn't working, and you know it. Maybe infidelity has shattered the ground beneath you. Maybe you've been having the same fight for years, or the intimacy has faded to where you feel like roommates. You're not here because things are fine. You're here because you're done pretending they are. Whether you're navigating betrayal or breaking exhausting dynamic patterns, this is a space to stop managing and start changing. You don't have to have it figured out, just be willing to look at it honestly. The pain that brought you here is real. So is the possibility of building a different path forward.
Something isn't working, and you know it. Maybe infidelity has shattered the ground beneath you. Maybe you've been having the same fight for years, or the intimacy has faded to where you feel like roommates. You're not here because things are fine. You're here because you're done pretending they are. Whether you're navigating betrayal or breaking exhausting dynamic patterns, this is a space to stop managing and start changing. You don't have to have it figured out, just be willing to look at it honestly. The pain that brought you here is real. So is the possibility of building a different path forward.
Are you exhausted by having the same struggles with your child or spouse day after day with no relief in sight? We often repeat similar patterns from our family of origin or conversely do the opposite. Either way we are stuck in a preordained negative cycle that we can not navigate alone. I have twenty five years of experience and training helping families change their communication patterns n a short term systemic model. These behaviors can actually perpetuate the very problems you are trying to solve!
Are you exhausted by having the same struggles with your child or spouse day after day with no relief in sight? We often repeat similar patterns from our family of origin or conversely do the opposite. Either way we are stuck in a preordained negative cycle that we can not navigate alone. I have twenty five years of experience and training helping families change their communication patterns n a short term systemic model. These behaviors can actually perpetuate the very problems you are trying to solve!
Making the choice to seek and begin therapy is positive and courageous. It's often a valuable step toward resolving the issues that are blocking the pleasure and fulfillment you deserve. Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Poor body image? Do you have concerns about your sexual functioning? Issues with libido? Pain or discomfort with sexual activities? Having relationship difficulties? Struggling with sexual identity, orientation, or gender expression? Any or all of these can impact your overall well being. I aim to support your capacity to grow and change, feel grounded, and to live to your highest possibility!
Making the choice to seek and begin therapy is positive and courageous. It's often a valuable step toward resolving the issues that are blocking the pleasure and fulfillment you deserve. Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Poor body image? Do you have concerns about your sexual functioning? Issues with libido? Pain or discomfort with sexual activities? Having relationship difficulties? Struggling with sexual identity, orientation, or gender expression? Any or all of these can impact your overall well being. I aim to support your capacity to grow and change, feel grounded, and to live to your highest possibility!
The professionals at The Counseling Center Group, New York use a wide range of techniques to help improve the quality of life for individuals, couples, groups, and families. Through our strength-based and collaborative approach, we provide new insights that enable our clients to gain different perspectives. We offer treatment and counseling for anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation issues, self-esteem, relationship concerns, parenting, and more. Through active and research based strategies, we empower our clients to make choices that elicit positive changes in their lives. Together, we will look at feelings, thoughts and behaviors as vehicles to affirmative changes.
The professionals at The Counseling Center Group, New York use a wide range of techniques to help improve the quality of life for individuals, couples, groups, and families. Through our strength-based and collaborative approach, we provide new insights that enable our clients to gain different perspectives. We offer treatment and counseling for anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation issues, self-esteem, relationship concerns, parenting, and more. Through active and research based strategies, we empower our clients to make choices that elicit positive changes in their lives. Together, we will look at feelings, thoughts and behaviors as vehicles to affirmative changes.
My mission is to empower individuals to unlock their inner potential and unleash the power within themselves. Through personalized guidance, transformative resources, and a supportive community, my goal is to inspire and guide individuals on their journey of self-discovery, personal growth and empowerment.
Maybe you’re a professional athlete and want to become more relentless. Do you have a hobby that you that want to turn into something more? Are you a CEO that wants to be better at managing others, and/or targeted strategic planning goals? Are you a High School student that wants better grades? I can help!
My mission is to empower individuals to unlock their inner potential and unleash the power within themselves. Through personalized guidance, transformative resources, and a supportive community, my goal is to inspire and guide individuals on their journey of self-discovery, personal growth and empowerment.
Maybe you’re a professional athlete and want to become more relentless. Do you have a hobby that you that want to turn into something more? Are you a CEO that wants to be better at managing others, and/or targeted strategic planning goals? Are you a High School student that wants better grades? I can help!
Life inevitably involves struggle. The goal of therapy is to understand the source of your current struggles in order to live more fully and effectively. In my experience, life difficulties are either long standing or acute. The enduring difficulties are often the result of underlying patterns that result in feeling stuck, anxious or depressed. These patterns may manifest in relationship problems, parenting difficulties or low self esteem. Acute situations, such as death or divorce, take time to process and can trigger earlier losses. In either situation, the wish to function and feel better is what motivates us to seek therapy.
Life inevitably involves struggle. The goal of therapy is to understand the source of your current struggles in order to live more fully and effectively. In my experience, life difficulties are either long standing or acute. The enduring difficulties are often the result of underlying patterns that result in feeling stuck, anxious or depressed. These patterns may manifest in relationship problems, parenting difficulties or low self esteem. Acute situations, such as death or divorce, take time to process and can trigger earlier losses. In either situation, the wish to function and feel better is what motivates us to seek therapy.
Are you feeling off these days? Are there things in your life that are causing dysfunction? Well, if you answered yes to any of these questions, maybe it's time to learn how to better manage the parts of your life that are causing dysfunction. The only way past any difficulty in life is to go through it which can be intimidating, but you do not need to do it alone. I am here for you! My name is Dr. Claudine Richard, and I am a licensed psychotherapist and board-certified sex therapist with over 20 years’ experience helping individuals/ couples/ families overcome difficulties, achieve desired outcomes, and make lasting life changes.
Are you feeling off these days? Are there things in your life that are causing dysfunction? Well, if you answered yes to any of these questions, maybe it's time to learn how to better manage the parts of your life that are causing dysfunction. The only way past any difficulty in life is to go through it which can be intimidating, but you do not need to do it alone. I am here for you! My name is Dr. Claudine Richard, and I am a licensed psychotherapist and board-certified sex therapist with over 20 years’ experience helping individuals/ couples/ families overcome difficulties, achieve desired outcomes, and make lasting life changes.
I am a clinical psychologist practicing in Pleasantville NY and offering evening and weekend office hours. I work together with my clients as partners in understanding what is troublesome for them and how to improve the quality of their life. My clients are primarily adults who seek a short consultation to talk something over or ongoing psychotherapy that aims at the resolution of more complex problems. I have significant experience in helping people go through crises, deal with past painful life events, gain control over and overcome distressing symptoms, as well as problem solve and plan for their future.
I am a clinical psychologist practicing in Pleasantville NY and offering evening and weekend office hours. I work together with my clients as partners in understanding what is troublesome for them and how to improve the quality of their life. My clients are primarily adults who seek a short consultation to talk something over or ongoing psychotherapy that aims at the resolution of more complex problems. I have significant experience in helping people go through crises, deal with past painful life events, gain control over and overcome distressing symptoms, as well as problem solve and plan for their future.
Do you feel like you have it together on the outside, while privately feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure of yourself? You may spend a lot of time overthinking, second-guessing yourself, or trying to keep everything together. Even when you understand where some of these patterns come from, you may still find yourself responding in ways you wish you could change. You want to feel differently—not just understand why you feel this way. I work primarily with women experiencing anxiety, self-doubt, the effects of childhood or relational trauma, self-esteem concerns, and relationship difficulties.
Do you feel like you have it together on the outside, while privately feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure of yourself? You may spend a lot of time overthinking, second-guessing yourself, or trying to keep everything together. Even when you understand where some of these patterns come from, you may still find yourself responding in ways you wish you could change. You want to feel differently—not just understand why you feel this way. I work primarily with women experiencing anxiety, self-doubt, the effects of childhood or relational trauma, self-esteem concerns, and relationship difficulties.
We learn to survive before we come to understand ourselves. The ways we have adapted may have once served us, but over time they often limit the lives we long to live. Therapy offers a chance to meet these protective parts with curiosity and compassion, loosening their hold on us. When we stop fighting ourselves, something unexpected happens. The qualities we long for - connection, creativity, joy and vitality - begin to emerge. Again and again, I've watched people discover that who they truly are was never lost; it was simply hidden beneath the work of surviving.
We learn to survive before we come to understand ourselves. The ways we have adapted may have once served us, but over time they often limit the lives we long to live. Therapy offers a chance to meet these protective parts with curiosity and compassion, loosening their hold on us. When we stop fighting ourselves, something unexpected happens. The qualities we long for - connection, creativity, joy and vitality - begin to emerge. Again and again, I've watched people discover that who they truly are was never lost; it was simply hidden beneath the work of surviving.
Are you feeling unmotivated, anxious, depressed, or just stuck? Have you been in therapy for many years but feel like you aren't getting anywhere? Are your past traumas or experiences impacting your day-to-day life? Would you like to spend less time in therapy and more time actually experiencing your life?
Are you feeling unmotivated, anxious, depressed, or just stuck? Have you been in therapy for many years but feel like you aren't getting anywhere? Are your past traumas or experiences impacting your day-to-day life? Would you like to spend less time in therapy and more time actually experiencing your life?
With 14 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is licensed in 25 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 14 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is licensed in 25 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
Specializing in Eating Disorders, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, and Family Issues, I have experience across diverse settings and different levels of care. I work with children, adolescents, young adults and adults, and offer individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy as well as parent coaching. Integrating a range of evidence-based techniques, I tailor interventions to meet your unique needs. My approach also emphasizes identity and self-discovery, helping you to connect with your values and find your authentic self.
Specializing in Eating Disorders, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, and Family Issues, I have experience across diverse settings and different levels of care. I work with children, adolescents, young adults and adults, and offer individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy as well as parent coaching. Integrating a range of evidence-based techniques, I tailor interventions to meet your unique needs. My approach also emphasizes identity and self-discovery, helping you to connect with your values and find your authentic 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.