Domestic Abuse Therapists in New Kensington, PA
I have experience working with adults/children/adolescents/teens and families struggling with grief, loss, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse.
It’s so tiring to move through life as if you’re performing instead of truly living. When grief, depression, or old trauma linger, it’s easy to feel far from yourself. Therapy offers a gentle pause — a place where you don’t have to push through or hold it all together. Here, your pain is welcomed and heard. Together, we soften the noise and help you reconnect with the steady, authentic self that’s been quietly waiting for you.
I have experience working with adults/children/adolescents/teens and families struggling with grief, loss, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse.
It’s so tiring to move through life as if you’re performing instead of truly living. When grief, depression, or old trauma linger, it’s easy to feel far from yourself. Therapy offers a gentle pause — a place where you don’t have to push through or hold it all together. Here, your pain is welcomed and heard. Together, we soften the noise and help you reconnect with the steady, authentic self that’s been quietly waiting for you.
Past trauma, damaging relationships, anxiety, depression, and spiritual abuse are just a few areas where shame and fear are created.
For the past 13 years I have worked with men and women experiencing sexual addiction (my specialty area), broken and traumatic relationships and feelings of despair. Over the past 6 years I have had the privilege to work with those in LGBTQIA community and helping to repair the family systems. Many of my clients come from a Christian background.
Past trauma, damaging relationships, anxiety, depression, and spiritual abuse are just a few areas where shame and fear are created.
For the past 13 years I have worked with men and women experiencing sexual addiction (my specialty area), broken and traumatic relationships and feelings of despair. Over the past 6 years I have had the privilege to work with those in LGBTQIA community and helping to repair the family systems. Many of my clients come from a Christian background.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certfied Rational Hypnotherapist that focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship in order to help individuals, couples and families to better cope with various relational, emotional and psychological issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certfied Rational Hypnotherapist that focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship in order to help individuals, couples and families to better cope with various relational, emotional and psychological issues.
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, as well as OCD, anxiety, depression, grief, family and interpersonal concerns, relationships and couples’ therapy, relationship abuse, substance use, identity, life transitions, and ADHD.
My name is Dr. Katie Temple and I own North Star Counseling and Psychological Services. I am a licensed psychologist in Illinois. I would love to work with you to explore what brings you to therapy and what you hope to gain from your experience so that we can develop a treatment plan that best meets your needs, whether that be short- or long-term care.
I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, as well as OCD, anxiety, depression, grief, family and interpersonal concerns, relationships and couples’ therapy, relationship abuse, substance use, identity, life transitions, and ADHD.
My name is Dr. Katie Temple and I own North Star Counseling and Psychological Services. I am a licensed psychologist in Illinois. I would love to work with you to explore what brings you to therapy and what you hope to gain from your experience so that we can develop a treatment plan that best meets your needs, whether that be short- or long-term care.
I enjoy working with people who are looking to make a change. My interactive and motivational style blends a variety of treatment modalities based on each persons individualized needs.
I enjoy working with people who are looking to make a change. My interactive and motivational style blends a variety of treatment modalities based on each persons individualized needs.
Debbie Witchel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Does the thought of starting a new day seem overwhelming? Do you dread interacting with others due to anxiety/depression? Are you unhappy with/or feel stuck in your relationships? Do you struggle with setting boundaries and people pleasing? Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? I listen, I care and I want to help. I can assist you to heal and lead a happier life. I believe in connecting with you as a person, the significance of identifying and releasing unexpressed feelings and changing unhealthy life themes. I am also trained in co-parenting (including court-ordered) for couples experiencing a divorce.
Does the thought of starting a new day seem overwhelming? Do you dread interacting with others due to anxiety/depression? Are you unhappy with/or feel stuck in your relationships? Do you struggle with setting boundaries and people pleasing? Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? I listen, I care and I want to help. I can assist you to heal and lead a happier life. I believe in connecting with you as a person, the significance of identifying and releasing unexpressed feelings and changing unhealthy life themes. I am also trained in co-parenting (including court-ordered) for couples experiencing a divorce.
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Jennifer Hart Counseling Services/Soul Yoga Philly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CIMHP
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, relationship challenges, or the lasting effects of emotional abuse, narcissistic abuse, intimate partner violence, coercive control, or high-conflict relationships we can help.
I specialize in helping adults recover from trauma, emotional abuse, high-conflict relationships, family court trauma, anxiety, PTSD, and major life transitions. Using evidence-based therapy, somatic approaches, and holistic care, I help clients regulate their nervous systems, rebuild confidence, set healthy boundaries, and heal.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, relationship challenges, or the lasting effects of emotional abuse, narcissistic abuse, intimate partner violence, coercive control, or high-conflict relationships we can help.
I specialize in helping adults recover from trauma, emotional abuse, high-conflict relationships, family court trauma, anxiety, PTSD, and major life transitions. Using evidence-based therapy, somatic approaches, and holistic care, I help clients regulate their nervous systems, rebuild confidence, set healthy boundaries, and heal.
I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples growing in their personal journey and be equipped to pursue the life God has called them to live.
I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples growing in their personal journey and be equipped to pursue the life God has called them to live.
I love working with individuals and groups who have experienced relationship or systems-based trauma, whether in childhood or adulthood. This can include physical, sexual, verbal, emotional, financial, spiritual, or systemic traumas and may be the result of abusive relationships or living as a marginalized individual in an inadequate and harmful system. I believe that the "symptoms" associated with trauma don't occur because there is "something wrong with you." Rather, I believe that they are evidence of your body and mind's inherent wisdom and ability to establish safety and sovereignty over your own life.
I love working with individuals and groups who have experienced relationship or systems-based trauma, whether in childhood or adulthood. This can include physical, sexual, verbal, emotional, financial, spiritual, or systemic traumas and may be the result of abusive relationships or living as a marginalized individual in an inadequate and harmful system. I believe that the "symptoms" associated with trauma don't occur because there is "something wrong with you." Rather, I believe that they are evidence of your body and mind's inherent wisdom and ability to establish safety and sovereignty over your own life.
Sarah Bartholomew-Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Waitlist for new clients
Sarah has spent years working with individuals who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assaults, sexual abuse, and child abuse and neglect.
Sarah practices Trauma Informed Therapy. The effects of trauma can look like many other mental health diagnoses and people can often be misdiagnosed with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Generalized Anxiety, or Depression. Sarah is trained in EMDR and will work with you to figuring a plan to heal.
Sarah has spent years working with individuals who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assaults, sexual abuse, and child abuse and neglect.
Sarah practices Trauma Informed Therapy. The effects of trauma can look like many other mental health diagnoses and people can often be misdiagnosed with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, or Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Generalized Anxiety, or Depression. Sarah is trained in EMDR and will work with you to figuring a plan to heal.
Melody Carpenter (Dascanio)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, C-PD, CCTP-II, NATC, LPC
Online Only
This is all normal if you have experienced narcissistic abuse by a romantic partner or emotionally immature parents.
This type of trauma dysregulates the nervous system and must be approached with both somatic and cognitive techniques. I have completed training under some of the best; including Sandra Brown and The Institute for Relationship Harm Reduction, Dr. Ramani, Patrick Teahan, Kathryn McBride, and Lindsay Gibson to ensure that my skills will meet your needs.
This is all normal if you have experienced narcissistic abuse by a romantic partner or emotionally immature parents.
This type of trauma dysregulates the nervous system and must be approached with both somatic and cognitive techniques. I have completed training under some of the best; including Sandra Brown and The Institute for Relationship Harm Reduction, Dr. Ramani, Patrick Teahan, Kathryn McBride, and Lindsay Gibson to ensure that my skills will meet your needs.
Hi! I'm Brittany, a neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist. I offer a safe space for all, as we work collaboratively within a calm, supportive and non-judgmental environment. It would be a privilege to work with you, as I utilize my therapeutic approach to gain a better understanding of yourself, how you relate and navigate the interpersonal relationships in your life, your environment, or however you choose to utilize your therapy. I also believe it is imperative to view each person through a trauma-informed lens, while respecting their background, where traumatic experiences likely left an imprint behind.
Hi! I'm Brittany, a neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist. I offer a safe space for all, as we work collaboratively within a calm, supportive and non-judgmental environment. It would be a privilege to work with you, as I utilize my therapeutic approach to gain a better understanding of yourself, how you relate and navigate the interpersonal relationships in your life, your environment, or however you choose to utilize your therapy. I also believe it is imperative to view each person through a trauma-informed lens, while respecting their background, where traumatic experiences likely left an imprint behind.
As a licensed clinical social worker with more than 40 years experience of working with families and individuals of all ages, I find that the most effective approach is one that is strengths-based with a strong emphasis on helping clients solve the problems that bring them to me for therapy and also on helping them develop powerful resiliency characteristics that allow for future problem-solving, conflict resolution, goal-attainment, wellness, and life satisfaction. My ideal client is one who likes to learn. Trauma survivors, in particular, do well with this approach.
As a licensed clinical social worker with more than 40 years experience of working with families and individuals of all ages, I find that the most effective approach is one that is strengths-based with a strong emphasis on helping clients solve the problems that bring them to me for therapy and also on helping them develop powerful resiliency characteristics that allow for future problem-solving, conflict resolution, goal-attainment, wellness, and life satisfaction. My ideal client is one who likes to learn. Trauma survivors, in particular, do well with this approach.
Trauma can affect anyone over the course of their lifetime. Dealing with difficult feelings and experiences can be challenging, but with the right tools you can manage your symptoms, reclaim your sense of self and move toward living your best life. The choice to begin therapy can be the first step toward finding relief. My name is Kelly and I'd be honored to be your therapist. I strive to view my practice through the lenses of cultural competence, progressive social values, a systems perspective, and the Sanctuary Model, among other theories.
Trauma can affect anyone over the course of their lifetime. Dealing with difficult feelings and experiences can be challenging, but with the right tools you can manage your symptoms, reclaim your sense of self and move toward living your best life. The choice to begin therapy can be the first step toward finding relief. My name is Kelly and I'd be honored to be your therapist. I strive to view my practice through the lenses of cultural competence, progressive social values, a systems perspective, and the Sanctuary Model, among other theories.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ and Neurodiverse communities. I am a trauma informed clinician and welcome the chance to co-create a space in which you can unpack the fundamental aspects of your being. Whether you are seeking clarity on your sexuality, gender identity, overall values, work/life balance, needs/wants in relationships, or any aspect of who you are internally, in your communities, or in the world. I help clients through disentangling shame and internalized oppressive narratives, sharpening your understanding of your most authentic wants/needs/ways of being, and finding space to build trust in yourself.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ and Neurodiverse communities. I am a trauma informed clinician and welcome the chance to co-create a space in which you can unpack the fundamental aspects of your being. Whether you are seeking clarity on your sexuality, gender identity, overall values, work/life balance, needs/wants in relationships, or any aspect of who you are internally, in your communities, or in the world. I help clients through disentangling shame and internalized oppressive narratives, sharpening your understanding of your most authentic wants/needs/ways of being, and finding space to build trust in yourself.
I specialize in helping couples improve communication, heal from infidelity, and deepen emotional and physical intimacy. Whether you're navigating a rough patch or seeking to strengthen your connection, I offer a supportive space to explore relationship dynamics and rebuild trust.
I also work with individuals facing relationship challenges, anxiety, and life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to prioritize their own needs. Together, we work to clarify values, improve emotional awareness, and create meaningful change.
I specialize in helping couples improve communication, heal from infidelity, and deepen emotional and physical intimacy. Whether you're navigating a rough patch or seeking to strengthen your connection, I offer a supportive space to explore relationship dynamics and rebuild trust.
I also work with individuals facing relationship challenges, anxiety, and life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to prioritize their own needs. Together, we work to clarify values, improve emotional awareness, and create meaningful change.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience working with clients of all ages, from kids as young as 4 to elderly individuals. I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate the challenges life brings. My experience includes working with addiction, depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and more. I strive to meet you where you are and help you reach your full potential. I earned my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Slippery Rock University.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 6 years of experience working with clients of all ages, from kids as young as 4 to elderly individuals. I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate the challenges life brings. My experience includes working with addiction, depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and more. I strive to meet you where you are and help you reach your full potential. I earned my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Slippery Rock University.
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As a therapist, I’ve worked with clients returning from incarceration, experiencing homelessness, and navigating opiate addiction. Those experiences have grounded me in the realities that shape mental health, as well as in the opportunities present at our most challenging moments.
I approach therapy from a collaborative, transparent perspective. That means you’ll always know why we’re going where we’re going, and what we’re working toward. You are the foremost expert on yourself and your world; my role is to work alongside you, not to tell you who you are.
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As a therapist, I’ve worked with clients returning from incarceration, experiencing homelessness, and navigating opiate addiction. Those experiences have grounded me in the realities that shape mental health, as well as in the opportunities present at our most challenging moments.
I approach therapy from a collaborative, transparent perspective. That means you’ll always know why we’re going where we’re going, and what we’re working toward. You are the foremost expert on yourself and your world; my role is to work alongside you, not to tell you who you are.
In practice since 2008 with immediate openings as of 5/15/26. Because you deserve more - more happiness, more confidence, more pleasure in your life! And I believe I can help you get there. I am currently offering video sessions throughout the state of Pennsylvania during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm. Please note that I do not take Medicare or Medicaid clients at this time.
In practice since 2008 with immediate openings as of 5/15/26. Because you deserve more - more happiness, more confidence, more pleasure in your life! And I believe I can help you get there. I am currently offering video sessions throughout the state of Pennsylvania during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm. Please note that I do not take Medicare or Medicaid clients at this time.
Way to go! Just by being here and looking on this site, you are talking the first steps to being your whole self. You should feel proud today for this! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of therapy experience, I work with clients to find ways through the struggles they are experiencing to reach a place of solace where they feel able to manage the pressures of life. I use evidence-based approaches to help clients create lasting changes, and not just “Band-Aid” solutions.
Way to go! Just by being here and looking on this site, you are talking the first steps to being your whole self. You should feel proud today for this! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of therapy experience, I work with clients to find ways through the struggles they are experiencing to reach a place of solace where they feel able to manage the pressures of life. I use evidence-based approaches to help clients create lasting changes, and not just “Band-Aid” solutions.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.