Sexual Abuse Therapists in 39701

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Ashley Barksdale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CFLE, CADC-II, CCTP, CGP
Verified Verified
Columbus, MS 39701
Hi. I provide therapy and support to individuals and families using a person-centered holistic approach to work through life's various challenges. With over 8 years in the helping profession, I have had the pleasure of working with individuals, couples, and families, from adolescents to middle-aged adults, who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, sexual abuse, OCD, perinatal loss, and mood and personality disorders, among other issues that cause distress.
Hi. I provide therapy and support to individuals and families using a person-centered holistic approach to work through life's various challenges. With over 8 years in the helping profession, I have had the pleasure of working with individuals, couples, and families, from adolescents to middle-aged adults, who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, sexual abuse, OCD, perinatal loss, and mood and personality disorders, among other issues that cause distress.
(662) 368-2008 View (662) 368-2008
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Kimberly W Mullin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, NCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, MS 39701
Are you facing challenges in your life and want to make a change? You can do it. As long as there is breathe; there is Hope. It would be my pleasure to support you in reaching the goals that you want to obtain so that, you can live life to the fullest. I have a flexible schedule and will work to accommodate what works best for you. I look forward to meeting with you soon.
Are you facing challenges in your life and want to make a change? You can do it. As long as there is breathe; there is Hope. It would be my pleasure to support you in reaching the goals that you want to obtain so that, you can live life to the fullest. I have a flexible schedule and will work to accommodate what works best for you. I look forward to meeting with you soon.
(662) 612-4436 View (662) 612-4436
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John Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, MS 39701
Perhaps you’ve been waiting for your life or relationship to get better, hoping the negativity, worry, and pain will end. You're stuck and don't feel supported from the people in your life. You’ve tried everything you can think of, but you continue to feel overwhelmed and discouraged because little if anything has changed. I’m here to support you. With years of experience walking alongside people in personal and relationship pain, I offer practical steps to help you and/or your partner heal and create a happy, satisfying life that is aligned with what is most important to you. Dare to believe you can get the life you want!
Perhaps you’ve been waiting for your life or relationship to get better, hoping the negativity, worry, and pain will end. You're stuck and don't feel supported from the people in your life. You’ve tried everything you can think of, but you continue to feel overwhelmed and discouraged because little if anything has changed. I’m here to support you. With years of experience walking alongside people in personal and relationship pain, I offer practical steps to help you and/or your partner heal and create a happy, satisfying life that is aligned with what is most important to you. Dare to believe you can get the life you want!
(662) 655-2432 View (662) 655-2432
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Jill Gorman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, MS 39701
My primary focus in counseling is to meet people where they are, help them identify where they want to be, and enable them to accomplish their goals. I believe change is possible. I have witnessed my clients overcome and move forward after facing what seemed like insurmountable odds. Does it take work? Yes! But, is it worth it to become the individual (couple or parent) you want to be? Definitely!
My primary focus in counseling is to meet people where they are, help them identify where they want to be, and enable them to accomplish their goals. I believe change is possible. I have witnessed my clients overcome and move forward after facing what seemed like insurmountable odds. Does it take work? Yes! But, is it worth it to become the individual (couple or parent) you want to be? Definitely!
(662) 655-1540 View (662) 655-1540
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Kenya Crawford-Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Columbus, MS 39701
Counseling others has been my passion for the past 25 years. My joy and fulfillment comes from helping others increase the quality of their life. I am drawn to helping those who suffer with depression and anxiety, low self esteem, and symptoms of trauma and abuse. I believe everyone deserves to live a healthy and meaningful life no matter what mistakes they have made in the past. I also believe that it is in the worst situations that we discover our strengths and abilities.
Counseling others has been my passion for the past 25 years. My joy and fulfillment comes from helping others increase the quality of their life. I am drawn to helping those who suffer with depression and anxiety, low self esteem, and symptoms of trauma and abuse. I believe everyone deserves to live a healthy and meaningful life no matter what mistakes they have made in the past. I also believe that it is in the worst situations that we discover our strengths and abilities.
(662) 450-3358 View (662) 450-3358
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Emily Loupe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, MS 39701
I seek to make my office a place of refuge, where you can be seen and heard without judgement. It brings me great joy to walk alongside people in their journey towards healing. I desire for my clients to get to the place where nothing is hindering their ability to live, play, and love well. EMDR is one of my favorite modalities to use in counseling. I believe it offers a different approach than traditional talk therapy that can help you get "unstuck" from negative thoughts or beliefs. If you are interested in EMDR therapy I'd love to schedule a consultation to see if it would be a good fit for you.
I seek to make my office a place of refuge, where you can be seen and heard without judgement. It brings me great joy to walk alongside people in their journey towards healing. I desire for my clients to get to the place where nothing is hindering their ability to live, play, and love well. EMDR is one of my favorite modalities to use in counseling. I believe it offers a different approach than traditional talk therapy that can help you get "unstuck" from negative thoughts or beliefs. If you are interested in EMDR therapy I'd love to schedule a consultation to see if it would be a good fit for you.
(662) 947-4030 View (662) 947-4030
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Robdreka C Shaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, BC-TMH, CCTP
Verified Verified
Columbus, MS 39701
As owner and solo practitioner for JTH, I am here to help you unpack trauma, set boundaries, and increase self care and restoration. I believe you can achieve your personal goals with life coaching, and enjoy a new outlook on life.
As owner and solo practitioner for JTH, I am here to help you unpack trauma, set boundaries, and increase self care and restoration. I believe you can achieve your personal goals with life coaching, and enjoy a new outlook on life.
(662) 237-3784 View (662) 237-3784
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Elizabeth Marquez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, C-DBT, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, MS 39701
With Monarch Counseling & Wellness, Elizabeth Marquez offers therapy to anyone over the age of 16 who may be ready to gain insight into their depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use issues, grief/loss, or trauma. The ultimate goal is to learn how to live with any of these and to have a productive life.
With Monarch Counseling & Wellness, Elizabeth Marquez offers therapy to anyone over the age of 16 who may be ready to gain insight into their depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use issues, grief/loss, or trauma. The ultimate goal is to learn how to live with any of these and to have a productive life.
(662) 667-1748 View (662) 667-1748
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Janae Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, MS 39701
Through Monarch Counseling & Wellness, Janae Robinson offers individual and couples counseling for adults and adolescents (ages 16+) seeking healing and support from trauma, grief/loss, and difficult life challenges. As well as, training and supervision services for mental health clinicians.
Through Monarch Counseling & Wellness, Janae Robinson offers individual and couples counseling for adults and adolescents (ages 16+) seeking healing and support from trauma, grief/loss, and difficult life challenges. As well as, training and supervision services for mental health clinicians.
(662) 756-5793 View (662) 756-5793
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Christian Changes Counseling & Recovery Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 301-9519 View (662) 301-9519
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Lynn Peterson
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, MS 39701
Not accepting new clients
Are you depressed or anxious? Have you experienced trauma? Are you stuck in frustrating thought and behavior patterns that you would like to change but don't know how? I will help you understand and alter these patterns to create a healthier and more satisfying life. You may have experienced disheartening events such as an accident, a crisis, or emotional, physical, or sexual abuse or you may just feel bad and not know why. Whatever your challenges are, we can utilize them as a catalyst for the growth of new hope, strength, and resilience.
Are you depressed or anxious? Have you experienced trauma? Are you stuck in frustrating thought and behavior patterns that you would like to change but don't know how? I will help you understand and alter these patterns to create a healthier and more satisfying life. You may have experienced disheartening events such as an accident, a crisis, or emotional, physical, or sexual abuse or you may just feel bad and not know why. Whatever your challenges are, we can utilize them as a catalyst for the growth of new hope, strength, and resilience.
(662) 633-3592 View (662) 633-3592
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Karla Morgan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, NCSC
Verified Verified
Columbus, MS 39701
Not accepting new clients
With over fifteen years of experience as a counselor, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families as they uncover the truth, goodness, and strength they possess. I enjoy working with all clients, and I especially love working with adolescents and young adults, women's mental health, and survivors of trauma.
With over fifteen years of experience as a counselor, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families as they uncover the truth, goodness, and strength they possess. I enjoy working with all clients, and I especially love working with adolescents and young adults, women's mental health, and survivors of trauma.
(662) 766-4514 View (662) 766-4514

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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.