Sexual Abuse Therapists in Ohio
Currently accepting new clients! Whether you're new to therapy or returning to it, we’ll walk alongside you. At Pathways of Peace Counseling and Consultation, LLC, we help people get unstuck, heal past wounds, and build lives that feel more manageable and meaningful. We specialize in trauma informed care and interventions.
Currently accepting new clients! Whether you're new to therapy or returning to it, we’ll walk alongside you. At Pathways of Peace Counseling and Consultation, LLC, we help people get unstuck, heal past wounds, and build lives that feel more manageable and meaningful. We specialize in trauma informed care and interventions.
Do you find that life has become unmanageable? Ever feel like you can't find that sense of balance or security you've been hoping for? Perhaps this is due to past traumas you can't seem to shake, or sleep issues that keep you from engaging the way you'd like to, or maybe you just aren't sure how to cope with stressors or emotions that arise.
Do you find that life has become unmanageable? Ever feel like you can't find that sense of balance or security you've been hoping for? Perhaps this is due to past traumas you can't seem to shake, or sleep issues that keep you from engaging the way you'd like to, or maybe you just aren't sure how to cope with stressors or emotions that arise.
Therapy offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space for healing, growth, and self-discovery. I take a relational, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approach because trust and connection are key to meaningful change. As a certified EMDR therapist trained in the Flash technique, I often integrate mindfulness and awareness of how the body responds to stress. My background spans victim advocacy, community mental health, and college counseling, with extensive experience helping trauma survivors, first responders, and those managing anxiety, depression, or grief.
Therapy offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space for healing, growth, and self-discovery. I take a relational, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approach because trust and connection are key to meaningful change. As a certified EMDR therapist trained in the Flash technique, I often integrate mindfulness and awareness of how the body responds to stress. My background spans victim advocacy, community mental health, and college counseling, with extensive experience helping trauma survivors, first responders, and those managing anxiety, depression, or grief.
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.
If you could let go of anything, what would it be? I provide short-term, intensive therapy that resolves the cause of your issue. I am a practitioner of Mimetic Therapies. This means I facilitate profound and transformational experiences in the resolution of Trauma/PTSD and Grief/Loss, as well as panic, depression, phobia, and pain for anyone- regardless of background- interested in feeling better. My ideal client is done talking about it, done doing workbooks, done understanding the cause. I connect deeply and directly with the parts of you that have been trying so hard to protect and heal your self and cause them to collaborate.
If you could let go of anything, what would it be? I provide short-term, intensive therapy that resolves the cause of your issue. I am a practitioner of Mimetic Therapies. This means I facilitate profound and transformational experiences in the resolution of Trauma/PTSD and Grief/Loss, as well as panic, depression, phobia, and pain for anyone- regardless of background- interested in feeling better. My ideal client is done talking about it, done doing workbooks, done understanding the cause. I connect deeply and directly with the parts of you that have been trying so hard to protect and heal your self and cause them to collaborate.
Mary Jo Downer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Is the thought of life itself overwhelming or are past experiences holding you back? Whether you are struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety, PTSD, depression, family challenges, I offer therapy tailored to address your needs. I utilize evidence based therapies, such as CBT and CPT, which help clients explore and change thought patterns that impact their emotional status. If you are ready to make positive changes in your life, I would be honored to help you in your process.
Is the thought of life itself overwhelming or are past experiences holding you back? Whether you are struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety, PTSD, depression, family challenges, I offer therapy tailored to address your needs. I utilize evidence based therapies, such as CBT and CPT, which help clients explore and change thought patterns that impact their emotional status. If you are ready to make positive changes in your life, I would be honored to help you in your process.
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.
HOPE Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, S
2 Endorsed
Heath, OH 43056
I have considerable experience working with people dealing with depression; self-esteem issues; divorce recovery challenges; sexual abuse trauma; PTSD; D
Formational counseling--helping clients recognize why and what they believe, where those false beliefs originated and exploring what is truth--who are you created to be? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy--How do past experiences impact how you think about present circumstances? How are you interpreting life?
I have considerable experience working with people dealing with depression; self-esteem issues; divorce recovery challenges; sexual abuse trauma; PTSD; D
Formational counseling--helping clients recognize why and what they believe, where those false beliefs originated and exploring what is truth--who are you created to be? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy--How do past experiences impact how you think about present circumstances? How are you interpreting life?
For counseling to be successful, the client-counselor relationship must be safe, supportive, respectful, compassionate, trusting, and confidential. Our relationship must be a safe haven in order to discuss concerns and to explore ways to realize growth, healing, and a whole and healthy way of being. Our work together is based upon my deep respect for your innate strengths, building upon what is already successful for you. My approach to therapy, and its length, will depend on your particular needs and goals. Together we can identify the problems and potential solutions in a straightforward and understandable manner.
For counseling to be successful, the client-counselor relationship must be safe, supportive, respectful, compassionate, trusting, and confidential. Our relationship must be a safe haven in order to discuss concerns and to explore ways to realize growth, healing, and a whole and healthy way of being. Our work together is based upon my deep respect for your innate strengths, building upon what is already successful for you. My approach to therapy, and its length, will depend on your particular needs and goals. Together we can identify the problems and potential solutions in a straightforward and understandable manner.
Addressing your thoughts feelings, and behaviors can feel overwhelming. And the uncertainty of what to expect often keeps people from taking that first brave step. When you reach out, we'll begin with a thoughtful and collaborative assessment to help us understand what your facing. From there, we'll create a personalized plan to guide our work together, always at your pace and with your goals in mind.
Addressing your thoughts feelings, and behaviors can feel overwhelming. And the uncertainty of what to expect often keeps people from taking that first brave step. When you reach out, we'll begin with a thoughtful and collaborative assessment to help us understand what your facing. From there, we'll create a personalized plan to guide our work together, always at your pace and with your goals in mind.
Divorce is considered to be one of the most stressful life events that an individual experiences during their lifetime, especially when children are involved. I am a forensically trained clinical psychologist and I conduct parenting plan evaluations (formerly called child custody evaluations) throughout the state of Ohio. I also have been qualified as an expert in forensic psychology and I have experience providing expert testimony in Ohio and Maryland. I also provide psychological evaluations, including for ADHD. I offer practical and individualized treatment recommendations to assist you in helping to reach your full potential.
Divorce is considered to be one of the most stressful life events that an individual experiences during their lifetime, especially when children are involved. I am a forensically trained clinical psychologist and I conduct parenting plan evaluations (formerly called child custody evaluations) throughout the state of Ohio. I also have been qualified as an expert in forensic psychology and I have experience providing expert testimony in Ohio and Maryland. I also provide psychological evaluations, including for ADHD. I offer practical and individualized treatment recommendations to assist you in helping to reach your full potential.
There are times where our struggles and emotions can make us feel out of control and become difficult to manage on our own. We have so many experiences throughout our life that, at times, can be difficult to heal from. Navigating adulthood can be overwhelming and can often leave us feeling lost and uncertain. Our bodies and minds go through many seasons of life - accepting ourselves throughout that journey can be hard. I hope to help create a safe, nonjudgmental space to allow you to manage your emotions, develop a sense of purpose, and build upon your internal resiliency.
There are times where our struggles and emotions can make us feel out of control and become difficult to manage on our own. We have so many experiences throughout our life that, at times, can be difficult to heal from. Navigating adulthood can be overwhelming and can often leave us feeling lost and uncertain. Our bodies and minds go through many seasons of life - accepting ourselves throughout that journey can be hard. I hope to help create a safe, nonjudgmental space to allow you to manage your emotions, develop a sense of purpose, and build upon your internal resiliency.
Randi Gross Nathenson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, Jungian, Analyst
3 Endorsed
Highland Heights, OH 44143
Waitlist for new clients
I have over twenty years of experience working with survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape, and sexual assault as well as survivors of domestic violence.
I view therapy as a collaborative process where you can tell your story, explore your feelings, increase insight, and build self-awareness. I see therapy as an opportunity for growth and reflection. Drawing on over two decades of experience my approach is sensitive, patient and accepting. I feel that my role is to be a compassionate guide and facilitator to help you learn about yourself. Therapy can be like sanctuary - a place where there are no distractions, where there is an opportunity to pay attention to what is important.
I have over twenty years of experience working with survivors of childhood sexual abuse, rape, and sexual assault as well as survivors of domestic violence.
I view therapy as a collaborative process where you can tell your story, explore your feelings, increase insight, and build self-awareness. I see therapy as an opportunity for growth and reflection. Drawing on over two decades of experience my approach is sensitive, patient and accepting. I feel that my role is to be a compassionate guide and facilitator to help you learn about yourself. Therapy can be like sanctuary - a place where there are no distractions, where there is an opportunity to pay attention to what is important.
If you’re a person lying awake at night wondering why your brain feels hi-jacked and "does everyone feel this way", this might be for you. Many of the clients who reach out to me say some version of the same thing, “I've done therapy before, but it didn't work. My mind feels foggy. My past was hard, but that was years ago. Shouldn't I be over this now?” You might be putting intense pressure on yourself. You may have tears that feel out of control, panic during unexpected changes, social stress that feels all consuming, or threats to emotional and physical safety where ever you look.
If you’re a person lying awake at night wondering why your brain feels hi-jacked and "does everyone feel this way", this might be for you. Many of the clients who reach out to me say some version of the same thing, “I've done therapy before, but it didn't work. My mind feels foggy. My past was hard, but that was years ago. Shouldn't I be over this now?” You might be putting intense pressure on yourself. You may have tears that feel out of control, panic during unexpected changes, social stress that feels all consuming, or threats to emotional and physical safety where ever you look.
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 clients to meet specific therapeutic goals or to deepen their self-exploration.
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 clients to meet specific therapeutic goals or to deepen their self-exploration.
My time as a clinician has allowed me to develop a passion for providing trauma informed services to clients through extensive training on sexual assault and intimate partner violence.
I hope to assist clients in developing skills and strategies to combat a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, coping, relationships and communication, as well as many other areas.
My time as a clinician has allowed me to develop a passion for providing trauma informed services to clients through extensive training on sexual assault and intimate partner violence.
I hope to assist clients in developing skills and strategies to combat a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, coping, relationships and communication, as well as many other areas.
Kora Jones is a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor, Registered Play Therapist, and EMDRIA-Approved Consultant in Training. She works with kids and teens (ages 3–16) who are navigating big feelings and tough experiences like trauma, abuse, and neglect. Kora focuses on trauma, dissociation, anxiety, and depression, and uses hands-on, creative approaches like play therapy, EMDR, parts work, expressive arts, bibliotherapy, and sandtray to support healing.
Kora Jones is a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor, Registered Play Therapist, and EMDRIA-Approved Consultant in Training. She works with kids and teens (ages 3–16) who are navigating big feelings and tough experiences like trauma, abuse, and neglect. Kora focuses on trauma, dissociation, anxiety, and depression, and uses hands-on, creative approaches like play therapy, EMDR, parts work, expressive arts, bibliotherapy, and sandtray to support healing.
Other areas of focus include parenting, aging, and past history of sexual abuse.
Are you living in a sexless relationship? Or perhaps the sex you're having is unsatisfying, or hampered by something specific. My office provides you with a safe, comfortable space to discuss your sexual life, answer your questions, all within the framework of a sex-positive atmosphere. I don't believe in pathologizing someone's sexual behaviors. As an AASECT-certified sex therapist, my philosophy is simple: if it's consensual, and it's not hurting you or your partner(s), your sexuality and all that it entails (your fantasies, experimentation, whatever turns you on) will be supported, nurtured, and listened to without judgment.
Other areas of focus include parenting, aging, and past history of sexual abuse.
Are you living in a sexless relationship? Or perhaps the sex you're having is unsatisfying, or hampered by something specific. My office provides you with a safe, comfortable space to discuss your sexual life, answer your questions, all within the framework of a sex-positive atmosphere. I don't believe in pathologizing someone's sexual behaviors. As an AASECT-certified sex therapist, my philosophy is simple: if it's consensual, and it's not hurting you or your partner(s), your sexuality and all that it entails (your fantasies, experimentation, whatever turns you on) will be supported, nurtured, and listened to without judgment.
My client base is diverse. Currently, I am working with some foster youth and foster parents as I have thirty years of experience working in the child welfare system. Additionally, I provide relationship counseling to several couples. I have enjoyed facilitating a couple of groups including anger management and parenting. My clients enjoy my authentic and compassionate methods. Our practice at Wolf Creek Wellness is relaxed, with flexible hours to fit the needs of our clients.
My client base is diverse. Currently, I am working with some foster youth and foster parents as I have thirty years of experience working in the child welfare system. Additionally, I provide relationship counseling to several couples. I have enjoyed facilitating a couple of groups including anger management and parenting. My clients enjoy my authentic and compassionate methods. Our practice at Wolf Creek Wellness is relaxed, with flexible hours to fit the needs of our clients.
You’ve carried so much for so long. Maybe you’ve learned to push through, stay strong for others, or hide the discomfort behind a calm exterior. Inside, though, you might feel exhausted, overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts, stuck in old patterns, or unsure how to express what you truly feel. You want relief but you also want growth. You want a life where you can show up authentically, communicate clearly, and feel grounded in who you are. My approach is warm, affirming, and collaborative. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe, seen and empowered-not judged or pathologized.
You’ve carried so much for so long. Maybe you’ve learned to push through, stay strong for others, or hide the discomfort behind a calm exterior. Inside, though, you might feel exhausted, overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts, stuck in old patterns, or unsure how to express what you truly feel. You want relief but you also want growth. You want a life where you can show up authentically, communicate clearly, and feel grounded in who you are. My approach is warm, affirming, and collaborative. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe, seen and empowered-not judged or pathologized.
