Sexual Abuse Therapists in 46806
Araceli Grant Counseling
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC, LCAC, CSAT, CST
Verified Verified
Fort Wayne, IN 46806
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that treatment is most helpful when provided in a safe environment that is free of judgments and filled with compassion and respect. I believe the majority of our troubles stem from our upbringing and the relationships we've had in our life, past and present. In order to heal, it is necessary to explore this. This will take time and will be difficult. We will learn coping skills along the way to manage life's ups and downs in a healthy way.
I believe that treatment is most helpful when provided in a safe environment that is free of judgments and filled with compassion and respect. I believe the majority of our troubles stem from our upbringing and the relationships we've had in our life, past and present. In order to heal, it is necessary to explore this. This will take time and will be difficult. We will learn coping skills along the way to manage life's ups and downs in a healthy way.
UJIMA Therapeutic Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Wayne, IN 46806
As an LCSW with a Master's degree from the University of Wisconsin, I'm deeply committed to providing culturally competent and inclusive therapy services to individuals from diverse backgrounds. With a focus on serving BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities, I'm dedicated to addressing the unique needs and challenges faced by marginalized populations. I approach therapy from a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive lens. My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, cultural humility, and social justice, as I work collaboratively with clients to navigate the intersections of identity, culture, and mental health.
As an LCSW with a Master's degree from the University of Wisconsin, I'm deeply committed to providing culturally competent and inclusive therapy services to individuals from diverse backgrounds. With a focus on serving BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities, I'm dedicated to addressing the unique needs and challenges faced by marginalized populations. I approach therapy from a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive lens. My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, cultural humility, and social justice, as I work collaboratively with clients to navigate the intersections of identity, culture, and mental health.
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.