Sexual Abuse Therapists in 19073
Dr. Kimberly Richards
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP, CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newtown Square, PA 19073 (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting adults who struggle with anxiety, trauma, & sexual abuse to find inner peace using trauma-informed approaches including EMDR, mindfulness, and evidence-based treatment.
Does life feel like a struggle? Maybe you feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and not like yourself. Everything is annoying. Your fuse is running a bit short. You don't even want to interact with other people because it's too much: too much energy, too much trying, too much struggle. You don't feel like anyone can understand you. Past memories continue to impact you and you don't know what else to do. Life feels like such a struggle. You want to be involved in life and happy. You want to laugh, smile, and enjoy life.
I specialize in supporting adults who struggle with anxiety, trauma, & sexual abuse to find inner peace using trauma-informed approaches including EMDR, mindfulness, and evidence-based treatment.
Does life feel like a struggle? Maybe you feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and not like yourself. Everything is annoying. Your fuse is running a bit short. You don't even want to interact with other people because it's too much: too much energy, too much trying, too much struggle. You don't feel like anyone can understand you. Past memories continue to impact you and you don't know what else to do. Life feels like such a struggle. You want to be involved in life and happy. You want to laugh, smile, and enjoy life.
Bridgette Nicole Montgomery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, MSNPM, CSOTS
Verified Verified
Newtown Square, PA 19073 (Online Only)
I work with survivors of sexual abuse as well as juvenile/adults with sexual acting out behaviors.
Whatever your reason for seeking counseling services, I am here and committed to helping you resolve your interpersonal issues. I often share that no one is exempt from experiencing life's problems. At some point in life, we all will face some challenges. I have learned that not everyone has proper coping skills to deal with their problems, but by speaking with a therapist, you are on the right track to identifying ways to deal with your problems. Positive change can be difficult. However, positive change is possible with persistence, commitment, and hard work.
I work with survivors of sexual abuse as well as juvenile/adults with sexual acting out behaviors.
Whatever your reason for seeking counseling services, I am here and committed to helping you resolve your interpersonal issues. I often share that no one is exempt from experiencing life's problems. At some point in life, we all will face some challenges. I have learned that not everyone has proper coping skills to deal with their problems, but by speaking with a therapist, you are on the right track to identifying ways to deal with your problems. Positive change can be difficult. However, positive change is possible with persistence, commitment, and hard work.
Scott Giacomucci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, TEP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Though I am not currently accepting new clients, other therapists at my center are have openings. Trauma, addiction, and loss can disrupt one's life - and often require professional help. Together, we can process the fueling factors of addiction, emotional pain, or relationship issues. While many therapists claim to be 'trauma-informed', my practice, the Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, revolves entirely around trauma work. I've been recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress - the highest status in the academy.
Though I am not currently accepting new clients, other therapists at my center are have openings. Trauma, addiction, and loss can disrupt one's life - and often require professional help. Together, we can process the fueling factors of addiction, emotional pain, or relationship issues. While many therapists claim to be 'trauma-informed', my practice, the Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, revolves entirely around trauma work. I've been recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress - the highest status in the academy.
Megan McCrea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newtown Square, PA 19073 (Online Only)
Immediate evening and weekend availability. As a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, EMDR practitioner, and trauma therapist with 8 years of direct experience, I know how debilitating anxiety and trauma related symptoms can be - like you’re trapped with no one way out. I also know that together, we can eliminate the uncomfortable and unbearable parts of anxiety, panic, phobias, and PTSD. We will start with your vision of how you want your life to be and create a plan to support you in achieving your goals and finding freedom.
Immediate evening and weekend availability. As a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, EMDR practitioner, and trauma therapist with 8 years of direct experience, I know how debilitating anxiety and trauma related symptoms can be - like you’re trapped with no one way out. I also know that together, we can eliminate the uncomfortable and unbearable parts of anxiety, panic, phobias, and PTSD. We will start with your vision of how you want your life to be and create a plan to support you in achieving your goals and finding freedom.
Dr. Loretta Simons
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CAADC, CCDPD
Verified Verified
Newtown Square, PA 19073 (Online Only)
I am accepting new clients age 14 years and older. I respect the courage it takes to open up and talk to someone about the stress in your life, relationship difficulties, and day-to-day challenges. It is important to talk to someone who is nonjudgmental. I value the match between the therapist and the client and believe this fit is an essential component of therapy. I approach therapy as a collaboration in which the client participation plays an integral role. Our work together will build upon your existing strengths so that you can achieve your goals.
I am accepting new clients age 14 years and older. I respect the courage it takes to open up and talk to someone about the stress in your life, relationship difficulties, and day-to-day challenges. It is important to talk to someone who is nonjudgmental. I value the match between the therapist and the client and believe this fit is an essential component of therapy. I approach therapy as a collaboration in which the client participation plays an integral role. Our work together will build upon your existing strengths so that you can achieve your goals.
A common statement I often hear goes something like this, "I've been working to make changes, but nothing changes". This approach of "working on ourselves by ourselves" is often less than successful, think about it! My personal and professional experience has taught me the value of developing relationships that are open, honest, and objective in nature. We will work to develop that relationship, in the process identifying your hopes and visions. Goals will be developed along with objectives making them feasible. Those changes you desired can and will be realized.
A common statement I often hear goes something like this, "I've been working to make changes, but nothing changes". This approach of "working on ourselves by ourselves" is often less than successful, think about it! My personal and professional experience has taught me the value of developing relationships that are open, honest, and objective in nature. We will work to develop that relationship, in the process identifying your hopes and visions. Goals will be developed along with objectives making them feasible. Those changes you desired can and will be realized.
Allison Manning
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP-II, CCATP, CDBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newtown Square, PA 19073 (Online Only)
Is saying "no" a challenge, even when you’re stretched thin? Do you find yourself feeling disconnected from yourself and those around you? Do you struggle to express how you really feel, and constantly put your own needs last? Do you feel overwhelmed trying to balance your relationships and responsibilities? You’re not alone. More and more people are feeling anxious, overburdened, and uncertain about how to navigate their lives. Neglecting your own well-being can lead to deeper, long-term issues for your mental and physical health. You deserve a life that feels balanced, fulfilling, and easier to manage.
Is saying "no" a challenge, even when you’re stretched thin? Do you find yourself feeling disconnected from yourself and those around you? Do you struggle to express how you really feel, and constantly put your own needs last? Do you feel overwhelmed trying to balance your relationships and responsibilities? You’re not alone. More and more people are feeling anxious, overburdened, and uncertain about how to navigate their lives. Neglecting your own well-being can lead to deeper, long-term issues for your mental and physical health. You deserve a life that feels balanced, fulfilling, and easier to manage.
Roselle Weissman-Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, BCD, MAC
Verified Verified
Newtown Square, PA 19073 (Online Only)
Life can often present us with obstacles and challenges resulting in stress .Have you been feeling anxious? Not sleeping enough? Are you worried about your job? Have you been concerned about your youngest child starting college? Do you struggle with issues of addiction or trauma, other life transitions weighing you down? Do you have worries about your relationships? All of these stressors can bring you to a place where support, safety and compassion are needed in order to continue on your journey of change. That is where therapy and our work together can help build a foundation for change.
Life can often present us with obstacles and challenges resulting in stress .Have you been feeling anxious? Not sleeping enough? Are you worried about your job? Have you been concerned about your youngest child starting college? Do you struggle with issues of addiction or trauma, other life transitions weighing you down? Do you have worries about your relationships? All of these stressors can bring you to a place where support, safety and compassion are needed in order to continue on your journey of change. That is where therapy and our work together can help build a foundation for change.
Elizabeth Ellen Teti
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newtown Square, PA 19073 (Online Only)
I believe that we all struggle from time to time, whether it be feeling anxious or depressed, or struggling from core issues, and traumas. Therapy should be a safe space to to explore these issues and learn more about ourselves.
I believe that we all struggle from time to time, whether it be feeling anxious or depressed, or struggling from core issues, and traumas. Therapy should be a safe space to to explore these issues and learn more about ourselves.
I help adults, couples, and late teens in addressing interpersonal and communication skills, conflict, grief, loss, trauma recovery, and areas relating to sexuality, career, and faith. With professional and biblical counseling training, as well as cross-cultural experience, I work sensitively with complex issues and dynamics. I integrate resiliency resourcing, family-of-origin work, and elements of gestalt. I have extensive experience working with clients in faith communities, as well as others. I seek to meet people where they are, offering a fresh lens and encouraging a richly personal exploration in the journey toward new growth.
I help adults, couples, and late teens in addressing interpersonal and communication skills, conflict, grief, loss, trauma recovery, and areas relating to sexuality, career, and faith. With professional and biblical counseling training, as well as cross-cultural experience, I work sensitively with complex issues and dynamics. I integrate resiliency resourcing, family-of-origin work, and elements of gestalt. I have extensive experience working with clients in faith communities, as well as others. I seek to meet people where they are, offering a fresh lens and encouraging a richly personal exploration in the journey toward new growth.
As a psychologist, counselor, and evaluator, I look at sessions as a collaborative process. Together we work towards making the changes my clients desire so that they experience more contentment, peace, satisfaction and success. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps people learn skills that last a lifetime. I am a licensed psychologist with over twenty years experience as a counselor, therapist, and diagnostician, and am active in training therapists.
As a psychologist, counselor, and evaluator, I look at sessions as a collaborative process. Together we work towards making the changes my clients desire so that they experience more contentment, peace, satisfaction and success. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps people learn skills that last a lifetime. I am a licensed psychologist with over twenty years experience as a counselor, therapist, and diagnostician, and am active in training therapists.
Natalie Zemaitis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Making the decision to seek the support of a therapist is a very personal process and often occurs when one wants to change an aspect of life. I work collaboratively with clients to build a trusting and compassionate therapeutic alliance, interweaving my training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Image Transformation Therapy (ImTT) with my background in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to make the counseling experience educational and empowering.
Making the decision to seek the support of a therapist is a very personal process and often occurs when one wants to change an aspect of life. I work collaboratively with clients to build a trusting and compassionate therapeutic alliance, interweaving my training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Image Transformation Therapy (ImTT) with my background in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to make the counseling experience educational and empowering.
The Wellness Center at Grace Lutheran Church
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newtown Square, PA 19073
At the Wellness Center of Grace Lutheran Church, we help people from all backgrounds navigate life's turning points and challenges. We are licensed and professionally trained clinicians who combine the wisdom, insights, and best evidence based practices of psychological and spiritual care in order to provide holistic healing and care for your mind, body, and spirit. We are an inclusive practice where everyone can discover a renewed sense of identity, belonging, and purpose.
At the Wellness Center of Grace Lutheran Church, we help people from all backgrounds navigate life's turning points and challenges. We are licensed and professionally trained clinicians who combine the wisdom, insights, and best evidence based practices of psychological and spiritual care in order to provide holistic healing and care for your mind, body, and spirit. We are an inclusive practice where everyone can discover a renewed sense of identity, belonging, and purpose.
Suzanne J McHugh, Marriage and Family Therapist
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS Ed , MFT
Verified Verified
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Are you struggling with day to day activities? I am here to help. Drawing from my experiences with families, individuals, couples and adolescents while working at a Family and Youth Center, an alternative school for teenagers with mental health issues; I have counseled individuals and families from diverse walks of life. Each client is a unique individual needing their own structured support, coping skills and therapy. I will listen and collaborate a treatment plan most effective for you, depending on the context of your life, as we hurdle one obstacle at a time. It is my passion to share this journey with you.
Are you struggling with day to day activities? I am here to help. Drawing from my experiences with families, individuals, couples and adolescents while working at a Family and Youth Center, an alternative school for teenagers with mental health issues; I have counseled individuals and families from diverse walks of life. Each client is a unique individual needing their own structured support, coping skills and therapy. I will listen and collaborate a treatment plan most effective for you, depending on the context of your life, as we hurdle one obstacle at a time. It is my passion to share this journey with you.
I am a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) who believes in personalized and holistic care. My experience includes treating a variety of issues such as: depression, anxiety, behavioral disorders, relational problems, relationship difficulties, bipolar disorder, trauma, psychosis, substance abuse, as well as adjustment to phase of life dynamics, and issues affecting blended families. I specialize in the treatment of adolescents, young adults, individuals and families and have provided clinical direction for several residential and intensive outpatient treatment programs.
I am a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) who believes in personalized and holistic care. My experience includes treating a variety of issues such as: depression, anxiety, behavioral disorders, relational problems, relationship difficulties, bipolar disorder, trauma, psychosis, substance abuse, as well as adjustment to phase of life dynamics, and issues affecting blended families. I specialize in the treatment of adolescents, young adults, individuals and families and have provided clinical direction for several residential and intensive outpatient treatment programs.
Bridget Carango
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Newtown Square, PA 19073
I believe in cultivating an honest and secure relationship between myself and each client. We will pay attention to relevant interpersonal dynamics that present themselves throughout our therapeutic work. Our prior experiences and significant events greatly impact the way that we relate to others and connect to the world. This can make it difficult to be transparent and vulnerable in therapy. We will first work collaboratively to establish trust and set expectations for our therapeutic work.
I believe in cultivating an honest and secure relationship between myself and each client. We will pay attention to relevant interpersonal dynamics that present themselves throughout our therapeutic work. Our prior experiences and significant events greatly impact the way that we relate to others and connect to the world. This can make it difficult to be transparent and vulnerable in therapy. We will first work collaboratively to establish trust and set expectations for our therapeutic work.
My ideal client is motivated. I have been a licensed psychologist for 19 years. I graduated from Villanova University and worked as a cognitive therapist at the University of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Hospital before opening my own group practice, Addiction & Psychological Therapy. The group specializes in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive thinking, OCD, ADHD, depression, marital and family counseling, alcoholism and crisis clients, treating children, adolescents and adults. I also have a forensic program treating Anger Management and DUI's. We offer ARD & IPP Evaluations, Anger Management Evaluations, Drug and Alcohol Assessments and Mental Heath Evaluations, and Suboxin treatment.
My ideal client is motivated. I have been a licensed psychologist for 19 years. I graduated from Villanova University and worked as a cognitive therapist at the University of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Hospital before opening my own group practice, Addiction & Psychological Therapy. The group specializes in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive thinking, OCD, ADHD, depression, marital and family counseling, alcoholism and crisis clients, treating children, adolescents and adults. I also have a forensic program treating Anger Management and DUI's. We offer ARD & IPP Evaluations, Anger Management Evaluations, Drug and Alcohol Assessments and Mental Heath Evaluations, and Suboxin treatment.
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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.