Sexual Abuse Therapists in 72701
Maegan Gower
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Struggling with anxiety and/or depression caused by trauma? Maegan is here to help! She has worked as an advocate for sexual assault survivors on the local college campus. She provided both one on one and group support to help individuals working through trauma. She was also certified as a wellness coach and helped clients set and reach goals related to overall mental and physical well-being. Since graduating, Maegan has worked with adolescents, adults, and families experiencing varying needs. These needs include child-parent relationship concerns, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Struggling with anxiety and/or depression caused by trauma? Maegan is here to help! She has worked as an advocate for sexual assault survivors on the local college campus. She provided both one on one and group support to help individuals working through trauma. She was also certified as a wellness coach and helped clients set and reach goals related to overall mental and physical well-being. Since graduating, Maegan has worked with adolescents, adults, and families experiencing varying needs. These needs include child-parent relationship concerns, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Over the years, I have seen many survivors of sexual abuse as well as clients who are dealing with codependency issues and those issues stemming from dysfunctional childhood situations.
I have been in private practice in Fayetteville, AR since 1989. My focus is on working with adults who are dealing with various life issues ranging from personal to professional relationships. I am very interested in looking at how family of origin issues as well as issues regarding past trauma, gender and racial identity, etc. impact your decisions and day to day life. Anxiety, depression and relationship issues are typical causes for calling my office.
Over the years, I have seen many survivors of sexual abuse as well as clients who are dealing with codependency issues and those issues stemming from dysfunctional childhood situations.
I have been in private practice in Fayetteville, AR since 1989. My focus is on working with adults who are dealing with various life issues ranging from personal to professional relationships. I am very interested in looking at how family of origin issues as well as issues regarding past trauma, gender and racial identity, etc. impact your decisions and day to day life. Anxiety, depression and relationship issues are typical causes for calling my office.
Cynthia Hrdlichka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MS, LPC, RMT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72701
My focus includes complex trauma stemming from the adverse childhood experiences of abuse and neglect, anxiety, depression, and sexual abuse.
Therapy clients need emotional safety above all else. Meaningful therapy happens when the client knows they are respected and received without judgement, listened to with deep compassion, and offered responses that speak directly to their most difficult and painful struggles. I work from the premise that the client is the expert on their experience, and it is my job to help clients find and utilize the strengths they already possess. I use my empathic nature, my curiosity, openness, and playfulness to provide a safe space for this powerful and beautiful work my clients are brave enough to embark on.
My focus includes complex trauma stemming from the adverse childhood experiences of abuse and neglect, anxiety, depression, and sexual abuse.
Therapy clients need emotional safety above all else. Meaningful therapy happens when the client knows they are respected and received without judgement, listened to with deep compassion, and offered responses that speak directly to their most difficult and painful struggles. I work from the premise that the client is the expert on their experience, and it is my job to help clients find and utilize the strengths they already possess. I use my empathic nature, my curiosity, openness, and playfulness to provide a safe space for this powerful and beautiful work my clients are brave enough to embark on.
She is involved with the #MeToo Movement, as well as the It's On Us non-profit organization for awareness of sexual abuse on college campuses.
Trauma does not discriminate and can negatively impact one's daily life. Has trauma impacted your life? Have you been looking for someone who understands and hears your struggles and is ready to help those struggles become a thing of the past? I hear you. I understand. I’m ready to help put those intrusive, self-blaming, and self-sabotaging thoughts behind you. I have over 5 years experience in treating severe, emotionally disturbed or serious mentally ill clients, ranging from the age of 6 up to adulthood. I am an advocate for minorities and cultures such as LGBTQIA and the disabled.
She is involved with the #MeToo Movement, as well as the It's On Us non-profit organization for awareness of sexual abuse on college campuses.
Trauma does not discriminate and can negatively impact one's daily life. Has trauma impacted your life? Have you been looking for someone who understands and hears your struggles and is ready to help those struggles become a thing of the past? I hear you. I understand. I’m ready to help put those intrusive, self-blaming, and self-sabotaging thoughts behind you. I have over 5 years experience in treating severe, emotionally disturbed or serious mentally ill clients, ranging from the age of 6 up to adulthood. I am an advocate for minorities and cultures such as LGBTQIA and the disabled.
Dr. Morgan McGowan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT, EMDR-II, TAC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72701
While the range of my clients’ experiences vary widely, many of my clients have experienced childhood abuse or neglect, sexual assault, home break-ins, car accidents, partner abuse, or religious trauma.
As a licensed therapist with training in EMDR therapy, I devote my time to working with clients to overcome past trauma. I hold a Master's and PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling as well as a 500hr Advanced Yoga Teacher Certification. I have also pursued further training in Perinatal Maternal Mental Health as well as Gottman Method for couples. My work with clients is informed by these various trainings as well as my own meditation and movement practices.
While the range of my clients’ experiences vary widely, many of my clients have experienced childhood abuse or neglect, sexual assault, home break-ins, car accidents, partner abuse, or religious trauma.
As a licensed therapist with training in EMDR therapy, I devote my time to working with clients to overcome past trauma. I hold a Master's and PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling as well as a 500hr Advanced Yoga Teacher Certification. I have also pursued further training in Perinatal Maternal Mental Health as well as Gottman Method for couples. My work with clients is informed by these various trainings as well as my own meditation and movement practices.
Carrie Anne Lucas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72701 (Online Only)
My passion is for helping couples and individuals connect in a secure way through the process of therapy. I see adult couples and individuals, and I have experience with grief issues, sexual abuse/trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, and anxiety issues. I hope to meet you wherever you are and create space to allow you the chance to move forward where you would like to be individually and/or with your partner. I consider it a great honor for you to consider trusting me with delicate parts of your life and relationships.
My passion is for helping couples and individuals connect in a secure way through the process of therapy. I see adult couples and individuals, and I have experience with grief issues, sexual abuse/trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, and anxiety issues. I hope to meet you wherever you are and create space to allow you the chance to move forward where you would like to be individually and/or with your partner. I consider it a great honor for you to consider trusting me with delicate parts of your life and relationships.
Struggling with trauma, grief, or life changes? Facing anxiety or depression? My practice offers a judgment-free space for all, grounded in empathy and understanding. With roots in Ecuador, I value diversity and aim to help you navigate your challenges, find healing tools, and move towards your most authentic self. My hope is for you to develop greater self-compassion, integration, and the capacity to embrace both beauty and pain through this journey.
Struggling with trauma, grief, or life changes? Facing anxiety or depression? My practice offers a judgment-free space for all, grounded in empathy and understanding. With roots in Ecuador, I value diversity and aim to help you navigate your challenges, find healing tools, and move towards your most authentic self. My hope is for you to develop greater self-compassion, integration, and the capacity to embrace both beauty and pain through this journey.
Kathleen Housley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADAC, MAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72701
I work with clients on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, substance abuse, grief, and divorce. I work clients of all ages.
I work with clients on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, substance abuse, grief, and divorce. I work clients of all ages.
Susan Tyler has over a decade of experience in the field of mental health, focusing in areas of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, Perinatal Mental Health, and School-Based Mental Health services. Her professional journey has been dedicated to supporting individuals through challenges related to trauma, abuse, neglect, attachment, adoption, foster care, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, disruptive behaviors, ADHD, and family dynamics. Her approach has been built with a dedication to understanding and addressing the unique needs of individuals and families.
Susan Tyler has over a decade of experience in the field of mental health, focusing in areas of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, Perinatal Mental Health, and School-Based Mental Health services. Her professional journey has been dedicated to supporting individuals through challenges related to trauma, abuse, neglect, attachment, adoption, foster care, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, disruptive behaviors, ADHD, and family dynamics. Her approach has been built with a dedication to understanding and addressing the unique needs of individuals and families.
Jeanine Bengtson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72701 (Online Only)
Do you feel lost and overwhelmed? Is there never enough time and space for self care? We can work together in a safe space that allows you to process, explore and discover your capacity to manage your symptoms and develop coping skills that help you find an improved state of functioning. I can assist you with boundary improvement, and feelings of low self worth. Socratic method can be utilized to enhance self reflection and growth. Specializing in struggles intersecting in: Trauma, neurodivergency; as well as those who identify as nontraditional in their relationships and indentity. i.e. asexual, demisexual, or similarly.
Do you feel lost and overwhelmed? Is there never enough time and space for self care? We can work together in a safe space that allows you to process, explore and discover your capacity to manage your symptoms and develop coping skills that help you find an improved state of functioning. I can assist you with boundary improvement, and feelings of low self worth. Socratic method can be utilized to enhance self reflection and growth. Specializing in struggles intersecting in: Trauma, neurodivergency; as well as those who identify as nontraditional in their relationships and indentity. i.e. asexual, demisexual, or similarly.
Know that YOU are valuable! If you are struggling with believing that, I can help. Let's work through past trauma, negative self-talk, self-acceptance, and everything in between. Let's improve your relationships by becoming a more whole you, finding your worth, and setting boundaries. You are the one person you have for your entire life; therefore, stop treating yourself like your worst enemy and be your best friend.
Know that YOU are valuable! If you are struggling with believing that, I can help. Let's work through past trauma, negative self-talk, self-acceptance, and everything in between. Let's improve your relationships by becoming a more whole you, finding your worth, and setting boundaries. You are the one person you have for your entire life; therefore, stop treating yourself like your worst enemy and be your best friend.
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Often times we become so overwhelmed with our circumstances, that we feel down about ourselves or we allow fear to block us from our full potential. I have 20+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, elderly, and their loved ones. My therapeutic techniques are individually tailored to each client's needs, preferences, and strengths in order to build awareness, mindfulness, and success in attaining individual goals--whatever those may be! I am committed to helping you identify and understand your personal obstacles and together we will enact a plan to get you on the path to your best possible self.
Often times we become so overwhelmed with our circumstances, that we feel down about ourselves or we allow fear to block us from our full potential. I have 20+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, elderly, and their loved ones. My therapeutic techniques are individually tailored to each client's needs, preferences, and strengths in order to build awareness, mindfulness, and success in attaining individual goals--whatever those may be! I am committed to helping you identify and understand your personal obstacles and together we will enact a plan to get you on the path to your best possible self.
I enjoy working with a wide range of populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have a particular passion for working with young people transitioning from adolescence into college through their emergence into young adulthood. I also find great reward in working with clients who have complex backgrounds with long histories of chronic psychological distress and relationship problems.
I enjoy working with a wide range of populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have a particular passion for working with young people transitioning from adolescence into college through their emergence into young adulthood. I also find great reward in working with clients who have complex backgrounds with long histories of chronic psychological distress and relationship problems.
Terrah Graves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Through cognitive, somatic and spiritual methods I seek to help my clients see, feel and then embody their healthiest and happiest version of Self. I believe knowledge is power so I use research-based modalities & time-tested wisdom. I take a team approach to therapy, working WITH my clients and teaching them to work with themselves. I am a certified Holistic Sex Therapist, certified Couples Institute therapist, Yoga Instructor, & pull mostly from Jungian Psychology, Internal Family Systems, mindfulness-based stress reduction, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Schema Therapy.
Through cognitive, somatic and spiritual methods I seek to help my clients see, feel and then embody their healthiest and happiest version of Self. I believe knowledge is power so I use research-based modalities & time-tested wisdom. I take a team approach to therapy, working WITH my clients and teaching them to work with themselves. I am a certified Holistic Sex Therapist, certified Couples Institute therapist, Yoga Instructor, & pull mostly from Jungian Psychology, Internal Family Systems, mindfulness-based stress reduction, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Schema Therapy.
Rebecca Storment
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Waitlist for new clients
Psychotherapy is a process of shared exploration of your unique concerns that offers meaningful insight and change. While utilizing nonjudgmental and intentional listening, I provide a space where together we recognize and translate your lived experience into words in order to promote personal reflection and growth. Therapeutic tasks include looking closely at emotional and relational spaces you navigate in daily life, examining how past experiences impact you in the present, and developing new perspectives and ways of being. These efforts can offer you a greater sense of agency and deeper satisfaction with who you are in the world.
Psychotherapy is a process of shared exploration of your unique concerns that offers meaningful insight and change. While utilizing nonjudgmental and intentional listening, I provide a space where together we recognize and translate your lived experience into words in order to promote personal reflection and growth. Therapeutic tasks include looking closely at emotional and relational spaces you navigate in daily life, examining how past experiences impact you in the present, and developing new perspectives and ways of being. These efforts can offer you a greater sense of agency and deeper satisfaction with who you are in the world.
I am passionate about assisting others through their individual journey by addressing all of the aspects of emotional, intellectual, and physical health. I believe the things we feel and think can impact our health. I work towards helping clients become proactive about their mental well-being, rather than reactive. Through conceptualizing depression and anxiety as symptoms, I strive to get to the root of the issues that are hindering your successes. I work from a strength based and encouraging platform to help you create a life filled with intention and well-being.
I am passionate about assisting others through their individual journey by addressing all of the aspects of emotional, intellectual, and physical health. I believe the things we feel and think can impact our health. I work towards helping clients become proactive about their mental well-being, rather than reactive. Through conceptualizing depression and anxiety as symptoms, I strive to get to the root of the issues that are hindering your successes. I work from a strength based and encouraging platform to help you create a life filled with intention and well-being.
Shelby Freeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72701
I offer a safe and affirming space for individuals navigating trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety, spirituality, and gender identity. With expertise in trauma recovery, religious and relationship abuse, LGBTQ+ issues, and the complexities surrounding transgender experiences, I provide personalized support to help you heal, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re seeking to process past traumas or embark on a journey of self-discovery, I am here to walk alongside you every step of the way. Lets work together to cultivate resilience, empowerment, and a renewed sense of self!
I offer a safe and affirming space for individuals navigating trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety, spirituality, and gender identity. With expertise in trauma recovery, religious and relationship abuse, LGBTQ+ issues, and the complexities surrounding transgender experiences, I provide personalized support to help you heal, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re seeking to process past traumas or embark on a journey of self-discovery, I am here to walk alongside you every step of the way. Lets work together to cultivate resilience, empowerment, and a renewed sense of self!
At its core therapy is about having a place where your story is heard and you are seen as the whole person you are. I have a devotion toward helping women and very young children and have years of experience focused on trauma, abuse, infertility, anxiety, depression and family issues. I have worked with kids as young as two and am so amazed by their resiliency and ability to process through play. Women and men come in thinking they are alone with issues related to infertility, parenting, sexuality, and more because these are not things people talk about openly but life is messy and having a safe place process it helps.
At its core therapy is about having a place where your story is heard and you are seen as the whole person you are. I have a devotion toward helping women and very young children and have years of experience focused on trauma, abuse, infertility, anxiety, depression and family issues. I have worked with kids as young as two and am so amazed by their resiliency and ability to process through play. Women and men come in thinking they are alone with issues related to infertility, parenting, sexuality, and more because these are not things people talk about openly but life is messy and having a safe place process it helps.
DeAnna Dale Dunn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, AR 72701
I help clients find a greater sense of themselves by helping them to become more aware of their own human nature. I aim to empower clients to become clear about their goals and how to achieve them. Clients can hope to gain greater understanding and respect for their own inner ability to find resolution. In counseling, people feel supported while working through real and perceived barriers at their own pace. I believe each of us has the wisdom we seek within ourselves; the key is to access that wisdom and to believe in it.
I help clients find a greater sense of themselves by helping them to become more aware of their own human nature. I aim to empower clients to become clear about their goals and how to achieve them. Clients can hope to gain greater understanding and respect for their own inner ability to find resolution. In counseling, people feel supported while working through real and perceived barriers at their own pace. I believe each of us has the wisdom we seek within ourselves; the key is to access that wisdom and to believe in it.
Kailee has an additional background in school counseling, which helped her develop a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by youth. She has also worked extensively with adolescents with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other neurodiverse individuals, providing effective support and intervention, as well as advocacy. Her experience in collaborating with parents and families further enhances her ability to connect with adults and parents who have a variety of needs. She has a wide range of qualifications and experiences tailored to support the mental health of children and adolescents.
Kailee has an additional background in school counseling, which helped her develop a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by youth. She has also worked extensively with adolescents with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other neurodiverse individuals, providing effective support and intervention, as well as advocacy. Her experience in collaborating with parents and families further enhances her ability to connect with adults and parents who have a variety of needs. She has a wide range of qualifications and experiences tailored to support the mental health of children and adolescents.
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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.