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Ayesha Lakhani
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC, CART
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
Drawing on a desire to help people overcome obstacles in their personal relationships, my professional work involves counseling individuals and families in order to achieve conflict resolution and better communication. As a neutral third party, I am better able to identify the challenges my patients face and facilitate positive change. Working with families, it is essential to foster a high level of trust between the therapist and family members. Mutual respect and open communication are essential to the therapeutic process. Engaging patients at their level, I help people find the change that they desire and the strength within themselves to achieve that change.
Drawing on a desire to help people overcome obstacles in their personal relationships, my professional work involves counseling individuals and families in order to achieve conflict resolution and better communication. As a neutral third party, I am better able to identify the challenges my patients face and facilitate positive change. Working with families, it is essential to foster a high level of trust between the therapist and family members. Mutual respect and open communication are essential to the therapeutic process. Engaging patients at their level, I help people find the change that they desire and the strength within themselves to achieve that change.
(281) 724-4296 View (281) 724-4296
Photo of Provenance Care Services, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 77056, TX
Provenance Care Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
I am one of a HANDFUL of Filipina American therapists based in Houston, the fourth largest and most diverse city in the nation. I am trilingual in English and the Filipino dialects: Tagalog and Cebuano. I have a unique understanding of the bicultural/immigrant experience, being an immigrant myself. I believe everyone has an innate need to feel seen and valued. This is my goal in my practice: that the person sitting in front of me knows their value and provide a safe space to process the jagged edges of life. I want to ensure that the goals clients have in therapy are met and to empower them to face the other side of my office door.
I am one of a HANDFUL of Filipina American therapists based in Houston, the fourth largest and most diverse city in the nation. I am trilingual in English and the Filipino dialects: Tagalog and Cebuano. I have a unique understanding of the bicultural/immigrant experience, being an immigrant myself. I believe everyone has an innate need to feel seen and valued. This is my goal in my practice: that the person sitting in front of me knows their value and provide a safe space to process the jagged edges of life. I want to ensure that the goals clients have in therapy are met and to empower them to face the other side of my office door.
(346) 639-3249 View (346) 639-3249
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April-Autumn Y Jenkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
I'm April-Autumn of Sparks Innovations/establisHER: Counseling & Life Solutions. My work with women focuses on identity, self-actualization, the fulfillment of purpose and potential producing a solid foundation of self-love. My work with men focuses on holding a supportive space to examine the rigors of manhood, balancing societal expectations, creating clarity concerning stressors related to equity and inequality while devising strategies and solutions to navigating life's terrain more effectively. My work is grounded in establishing men and women mentally, emotionally, spiritually and communally to increase healthy relationships.
I'm April-Autumn of Sparks Innovations/establisHER: Counseling & Life Solutions. My work with women focuses on identity, self-actualization, the fulfillment of purpose and potential producing a solid foundation of self-love. My work with men focuses on holding a supportive space to examine the rigors of manhood, balancing societal expectations, creating clarity concerning stressors related to equity and inequality while devising strategies and solutions to navigating life's terrain more effectively. My work is grounded in establishing men and women mentally, emotionally, spiritually and communally to increase healthy relationships.
(984) 205-8810 View (984) 205-8810
Photo of Restoration House Texas, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77056, TX
Restoration House Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMSC, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056  (Online Only)
At Restoration House Texas, our goal is to challenge and empower individuals in order to promote healing. Our therapists specialize in meeting people where they are and holistically allowing them to elevate to where they wish to be.
At Restoration House Texas, our goal is to challenge and empower individuals in order to promote healing. Our therapists specialize in meeting people where they are and holistically allowing them to elevate to where they wish to be.
(512) 859-5759 View (512) 859-5759
Photo of Dr. Annette E. Brissett, Psychologist in 77056, TX
Dr. Annette E. Brissett
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77056
Be inspired to transform your life in positive ways. I am a licensed Psychologist in private practice, with expertise in psychotherapy and clinical assessment. I offer a trusting and supportive professional environment, treating such issues as: anxiety, mood, depression, trauma, crisis, relationships, stress, personality issues and chronic health concerns. Having lived internationally and trained broadly, I have a unique perspective on how best to guide individuals, couples and families towards achieving lifelong well being. I view therapy as a supportive partnership, built on trust, professionalism and integrity.
Be inspired to transform your life in positive ways. I am a licensed Psychologist in private practice, with expertise in psychotherapy and clinical assessment. I offer a trusting and supportive professional environment, treating such issues as: anxiety, mood, depression, trauma, crisis, relationships, stress, personality issues and chronic health concerns. Having lived internationally and trained broadly, I have a unique perspective on how best to guide individuals, couples and families towards achieving lifelong well being. I view therapy as a supportive partnership, built on trust, professionalism and integrity.
(281) 612-7949 View (281) 612-7949
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360 Therapy & Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
We provide psychological evaluations and psychotherapy to serve clients who are ready to embark upon the journey of healing by assessing and processing unresolved issues and exploring unsettled emotions and behavior. Our goal is to help clients gain insight into symptoms that have affected their daily lives and relationships by supporting clients’ exploration into what underlies their issues. The question is not “What’s wrong with you” but rather “What happened to you, and how can you become a better version of yourself?"
We provide psychological evaluations and psychotherapy to serve clients who are ready to embark upon the journey of healing by assessing and processing unresolved issues and exploring unsettled emotions and behavior. Our goal is to help clients gain insight into symptoms that have affected their daily lives and relationships by supporting clients’ exploration into what underlies their issues. The question is not “What’s wrong with you” but rather “What happened to you, and how can you become a better version of yourself?"
(832) 241-0440 View (832) 241-0440
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Houston Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77056
Our goal is to help people live more meaningful and satisfying lives. We strive to provide individualized, effective care for the greater Houston area. Life can be complicated, but we are here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. We offer counseling, psychotherapy, psychological testing and comprehensive assessments. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Our goal is to help people live more meaningful and satisfying lives. We strive to provide individualized, effective care for the greater Houston area. Life can be complicated, but we are here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. We offer counseling, psychotherapy, psychological testing and comprehensive assessments. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
(281) 990-4125 View (281) 990-4125

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.