Sexual Abuse Therapists in Columbus, OH
If you’re a human being on this planet, odds are you’ve been through things that have left a lasting negative impact on your mental health. You've also likely experienced feelings of shame when it comes to your sexuality that you never asked for. While you may have been told that you’re broken, that your sexuality is something to be ashamed of, or you’re just "bad" at relationships; my goal is to help you in working through these challenges. Whether you're experiencing mental health concerns, sexual related concerns, or you're just feeling "stuck" in life, we can work through it together.
If you’re a human being on this planet, odds are you’ve been through things that have left a lasting negative impact on your mental health. You've also likely experienced feelings of shame when it comes to your sexuality that you never asked for. While you may have been told that you’re broken, that your sexuality is something to be ashamed of, or you’re just "bad" at relationships; my goal is to help you in working through these challenges. Whether you're experiencing mental health concerns, sexual related concerns, or you're just feeling "stuck" in life, we can work through it together.
Charity Harrison
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Waitlist for new clients
Charity is passionately committed to assisting individuals, couples, and families on their journey towards greater self-awareness, restorative care, and holistic wellness. Her goal is to help clients better understand their everyday lived experiences, how they have shaped their health, well-being, and relationship with self and others. Additionally, live a life that aligns with their truest self, values, and goals. It is her hope, together with clients, therapy can become a safe space where you can share your story, heal, and feel empowered as you make positive changes.
Charity is passionately committed to assisting individuals, couples, and families on their journey towards greater self-awareness, restorative care, and holistic wellness. Her goal is to help clients better understand their everyday lived experiences, how they have shaped their health, well-being, and relationship with self and others. Additionally, live a life that aligns with their truest self, values, and goals. It is her hope, together with clients, therapy can become a safe space where you can share your story, heal, and feel empowered as you make positive changes.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Supervisor (LPCC-S) with over 10 years of experience providing therapy to children, teenagers, and adults from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, gender role issues, stress from life transitions, relationship issues, family dynamics, and self-esteem. I am committed to an ongoing journey of growth in cultural humility.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Supervisor (LPCC-S) with over 10 years of experience providing therapy to children, teenagers, and adults from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, gender role issues, stress from life transitions, relationship issues, family dynamics, and self-esteem. I am committed to an ongoing journey of growth in cultural humility.
Karen Weiman - Trauma Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LMSW, PMH-C, LICDC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with adults who are carrying the weight of past trauma. This may be a single overwhelming event such as medical trauma, birth trauma, or sexual trauma, or a series of experiences that left you feeling unsafe, unseen, or out of control. You may have symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or panic that show up in your body even when life seems calm on the outside. I use EMDR and NARM to help you process what happened so you can feel more grounded, steady, and in control of your life and relationships. I also offer 3 lengths of sessions (50, 80, and 140 minutes) so you can work at a pace that you prefer.
I work with adults who are carrying the weight of past trauma. This may be a single overwhelming event such as medical trauma, birth trauma, or sexual trauma, or a series of experiences that left you feeling unsafe, unseen, or out of control. You may have symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or panic that show up in your body even when life seems calm on the outside. I use EMDR and NARM to help you process what happened so you can feel more grounded, steady, and in control of your life and relationships. I also offer 3 lengths of sessions (50, 80, and 140 minutes) so you can work at a pace that you prefer.
Accepting NEW Patients in OH, AZ, and MT, and IN.
We believe you DO NOT need to have a mental health diagnosis to benefit from counseling. Our Therapeutic Relationship will empower diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish your individual mental health, wellness, education, and/or career goals. We will work with potential patients on strategies to overcome obstacles and personal challenges that you are facing, no matter the area of your life. It’s more important to move forward than to be perfect! We look forward to helping you on the Forward Path to Wellness. Call for a FREE consultation Today!
Accepting NEW Patients in OH, AZ, and MT, and IN.
We believe you DO NOT need to have a mental health diagnosis to benefit from counseling. Our Therapeutic Relationship will empower diverse individuals, families, and groups to accomplish your individual mental health, wellness, education, and/or career goals. We will work with potential patients on strategies to overcome obstacles and personal challenges that you are facing, no matter the area of your life. It’s more important to move forward than to be perfect! We look forward to helping you on the Forward Path to Wellness. Call for a FREE consultation Today!
Hi, I am Mollie! Do you feel like your past is always causing you to fail in the present? Do you want to get better? And are you sick of just talking about the problems without solutions or change? I work with individuals to help them find hope again when they feel all hope has been lost.
Hi, I am Mollie! Do you feel like your past is always causing you to fail in the present? Do you want to get better? And are you sick of just talking about the problems without solutions or change? I work with individuals to help them find hope again when they feel all hope has been lost.
It can feel like your mind and body are betraying you when you suffer from the lasting effects of physical and sexual abuse.
You’ve survived things that should have broken you - but surviving isn’t the same as healing.
You’ve built a life, held it together for everyone else, & yet something still feels unfinished… like part of you never made it out. You can’t explain it, but you can feel it — in your body, in your relationships, in the way you react.
At The Trauma Therapy Company, we specialize in helping survivors stop reliving the past and finally feel safe in the present. Whether your pain comes from abuse, sexual trauma, emotional neglect, betrayal, or other experiences — we see how it lives in your body, and we know how to help you release it.
It can feel like your mind and body are betraying you when you suffer from the lasting effects of physical and sexual abuse.
You’ve survived things that should have broken you - but surviving isn’t the same as healing.
You’ve built a life, held it together for everyone else, & yet something still feels unfinished… like part of you never made it out. You can’t explain it, but you can feel it — in your body, in your relationships, in the way you react.
At The Trauma Therapy Company, we specialize in helping survivors stop reliving the past and finally feel safe in the present. Whether your pain comes from abuse, sexual trauma, emotional neglect, betrayal, or other experiences — we see how it lives in your body, and we know how to help you release it.
Throughout my years as a therapist, I have had the opportunity to work with many individuals who have experienced mental health challenges related to sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and PTSD.
My approach is rooted in empowering you to develop the skills and resilience needed to overcome these challenges. I utilize evidence-based techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), to help you develop coping skills and resilience.
Throughout my years as a therapist, I have had the opportunity to work with many individuals who have experienced mental health challenges related to sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and PTSD.
My approach is rooted in empowering you to develop the skills and resilience needed to overcome these challenges. I utilize evidence-based techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), to help you develop coping skills and resilience.
I am an AASECT-certified sex therapist who provides individual therapy and relationship counseling. I believe that everyone deserves a safe and non-judgmental space to talk about the things that matter to them. My approach is collaborative, person-centered, practical, research-based, and solution-focused. I am passionate about helping my clients forge an individualized path forward that works best for them. I work with, support, and affirm all gender and sexual identities and expressions.
I am an AASECT-certified sex therapist who provides individual therapy and relationship counseling. I believe that everyone deserves a safe and non-judgmental space to talk about the things that matter to them. My approach is collaborative, person-centered, practical, research-based, and solution-focused. I am passionate about helping my clients forge an individualized path forward that works best for them. I work with, support, and affirm all gender and sexual identities and expressions.
Now accepting numerous insurances as well as private pay. Reach out directly to confirm insurance and request a free 15 minute consult. Neuroscience-informed Training, healing and growth is my speciality. I provide professional expertise in a warm and personal manner in order to maximize your experience and make the most of your investment in our time together. I tailor my approach to suit your need, not the other way around. I am an advance clinician in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT), an advanced facilitator in Nurtured Heart Approach and Core Curriculum on Childhood Trauma and an EMDR Certified Clinician.
Now accepting numerous insurances as well as private pay. Reach out directly to confirm insurance and request a free 15 minute consult. Neuroscience-informed Training, healing and growth is my speciality. I provide professional expertise in a warm and personal manner in order to maximize your experience and make the most of your investment in our time together. I tailor my approach to suit your need, not the other way around. I am an advance clinician in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT), an advanced facilitator in Nurtured Heart Approach and Core Curriculum on Childhood Trauma and an EMDR Certified Clinician.
I see clients ages 16+ and am most passionate about working with young adults and those who have experienced sexual abuse, PTSD and other traumatic events.
My clients come to counseling to find hope. They are tired of struggling to get out of bed in the morning, missing out on meaningful relationships, living with crippling anxiety, and carrying their secrets alone. They want to talk through past trauma without their bodies taking off on them, laugh with their friends and family, sleep through the night, and experience freedom from the things holding them back. They want joy and peace and healing.
I see clients ages 16+ and am most passionate about working with young adults and those who have experienced sexual abuse, PTSD and other traumatic events.
My clients come to counseling to find hope. They are tired of struggling to get out of bed in the morning, missing out on meaningful relationships, living with crippling anxiety, and carrying their secrets alone. They want to talk through past trauma without their bodies taking off on them, laugh with their friends and family, sleep through the night, and experience freedom from the things holding them back. They want joy and peace and healing.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life stressors, you're not alone — you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. Whether you're just beginning therapy or returning after time away, I meet you where you are. Together, we’ll explore past experiences, build healthier coping strategies, and work toward stronger relationships, healing, and personal growth. Change isn’t easy, but it starts with taking the first step.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life stressors, you're not alone — you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. Whether you're just beginning therapy or returning after time away, I meet you where you are. Together, we’ll explore past experiences, build healthier coping strategies, and work toward stronger relationships, healing, and personal growth. Change isn’t easy, but it starts with taking the first step.
I currently hold a dual Masters in Clinical Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling from Ohio University and am completing a doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision, all achieved while being a single mother of four daughters. I am living proof that recovery, overcoming, and finding the right people can take you from brokenness to wholeness! As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Ohio, I have been actively working in my community since 2014.
I currently hold a dual Masters in Clinical Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling from Ohio University and am completing a doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision, all achieved while being a single mother of four daughters. I am living proof that recovery, overcoming, and finding the right people can take you from brokenness to wholeness! As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Ohio, I have been actively working in my community since 2014.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be navigating anxiety, grief, identity questions, major life transitions, or maybe you just feel off. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to go through it alone. My approach is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth — I’ll support you, gently challenge you when it’s helpful, and walk alongside you through this season of your life.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be navigating anxiety, grief, identity questions, major life transitions, or maybe you just feel off. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to go through it alone. My approach is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth — I’ll support you, gently challenge you when it’s helpful, and walk alongside you through this season of your life.
I work with my clients to empower them through awareness into the underlying influences of their clinical distress and life difficulties, which may include personal and social history, relationships, culture, and society. I am an empathic listener and support clients in identifying their own needs, challenges, and what is working or no longer working for them. I believe in meeting clients where they are at and to work together to build a safe, trusting, and meaningful therapeutic relationship.
I work with my clients to empower them through awareness into the underlying influences of their clinical distress and life difficulties, which may include personal and social history, relationships, culture, and society. I am an empathic listener and support clients in identifying their own needs, challenges, and what is working or no longer working for them. I believe in meeting clients where they are at and to work together to build a safe, trusting, and meaningful therapeutic relationship.
Ready to heal from trauma, build confidence, and reclaim your life? Let’s work together to create lasting change and emotional freedom. If you're ready to break free from the impact of trauma, PTSD, and low self-esteem, I'm here to help. My ideal client is someone who’s motivated to heal, rebuild confidence, and move forward with clarity and strength. Whether you're struggling with negative self-talk or feeling stuck, together we can create lasting change. If you're ready to take the next step in your healing journey and transform your life, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Ready to heal from trauma, build confidence, and reclaim your life? Let’s work together to create lasting change and emotional freedom. If you're ready to break free from the impact of trauma, PTSD, and low self-esteem, I'm here to help. My ideal client is someone who’s motivated to heal, rebuild confidence, and move forward with clarity and strength. Whether you're struggling with negative self-talk or feeling stuck, together we can create lasting change. If you're ready to take the next step in your healing journey and transform your life, I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Hi, I’m Lori Trost, a licensed professional counselor in Columbus, Ohio. I specialize in supporting women who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted. If you're tired of carrying it all alone and longing for a space to feel seen and supported, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep doing it by yourself. I offer a warm, compassionate, and trauma-informed space to explore your experiences and reconnect with your inner strength. With my Bachelor's degree in Social Work, and Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, I am equipped with the knowledge and and skills to provide you with the guidance you truly deserve.
Hi, I’m Lori Trost, a licensed professional counselor in Columbus, Ohio. I specialize in supporting women who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted. If you're tired of carrying it all alone and longing for a space to feel seen and supported, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep doing it by yourself. I offer a warm, compassionate, and trauma-informed space to explore your experiences and reconnect with your inner strength. With my Bachelor's degree in Social Work, and Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, I am equipped with the knowledge and and skills to provide you with the guidance you truly deserve.
My therapeutic specialties include treating trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, sexual assault survivors, grief, perinatal/postpartum mental health.
Hello and welcome, I am so glad you are here! I am Dr. Kearisten Gaines, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Ohio. Taking the first step towards therapy can be difficult. That is why when working with clients my goal is to always create a compassionate, safe, and judgement free atmosphere. This allows me to work in collaboration with my clients, as I believe they are the experts of their lives. Through the therapeutic process we will work together to address the difficulties you are facing, create meaningful change, and help you to feel empowered and in control of your life!
My therapeutic specialties include treating trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, sexual assault survivors, grief, perinatal/postpartum mental health.
Hello and welcome, I am so glad you are here! I am Dr. Kearisten Gaines, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Ohio. Taking the first step towards therapy can be difficult. That is why when working with clients my goal is to always create a compassionate, safe, and judgement free atmosphere. This allows me to work in collaboration with my clients, as I believe they are the experts of their lives. Through the therapeutic process we will work together to address the difficulties you are facing, create meaningful change, and help you to feel empowered and in control of your life!
Hello, I am Lanelle. Are you ready to embrace your healing journey and find meaning in the story of your life? Have you experienced trauma in your life and grasping for hope to fully overcome it? If so, I am ready to assist you! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio and have been practicing for 15 years. I specialize in treating trauma (sexual, emotional, relational, betrayal, birth & body), complex grief, inner child wounds, mother and father wounds, attachment issues, sex-related issues, women's issues, and perinatal/postpartum care.
Hello, I am Lanelle. Are you ready to embrace your healing journey and find meaning in the story of your life? Have you experienced trauma in your life and grasping for hope to fully overcome it? If so, I am ready to assist you! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio and have been practicing for 15 years. I specialize in treating trauma (sexual, emotional, relational, betrayal, birth & body), complex grief, inner child wounds, mother and father wounds, attachment issues, sex-related issues, women's issues, and perinatal/postpartum care.
Kim Kostelnik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-S
9 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I am so glad you are here! You are courageous for taking the first step on improving your life! My approach to therapy is reflective of a Strengths Based model and is client centered. You know your story best! I develop solution focused goals with my clients and prioritize what they feel is most important in developing a treatment plan. Some therapies I use include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Grief Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused and IFST and Christian counseling. My goal is to offer interventions to allow you to be the best version of yourself. You are the author of your story!
Hello! I am so glad you are here! You are courageous for taking the first step on improving your life! My approach to therapy is reflective of a Strengths Based model and is client centered. You know your story best! I develop solution focused goals with my clients and prioritize what they feel is most important in developing a treatment plan. Some therapies I use include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Grief Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused and IFST and Christian counseling. My goal is to offer interventions to allow you to be the best version of yourself. You are the author of your story!
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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.