Sexual Abuse Therapists in 80227

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Ashley Berman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80227
As a therapist, my goal is to provide my clients with the space and support to find lasting relief from mental health concerns such as complex trauma, PTSD, sexual/physical abuse, depression, and anxiety. I also have a strong passion for supporting folks in the LGBTQ+ community. My clients amaze me with their strength and resilience every day, and it is an honor to support them during their journey in therapy. I value creating strong and meaningful partnerships with my clients, recognizing that the therapeutic bond can be one of the most healing aspects of therapy.
As a therapist, my goal is to provide my clients with the space and support to find lasting relief from mental health concerns such as complex trauma, PTSD, sexual/physical abuse, depression, and anxiety. I also have a strong passion for supporting folks in the LGBTQ+ community. My clients amaze me with their strength and resilience every day, and it is an honor to support them during their journey in therapy. I value creating strong and meaningful partnerships with my clients, recognizing that the therapeutic bond can be one of the most healing aspects of therapy.
(720) 796-8082 View (720) 796-8082
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Kiah Karlsson-Skelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80227
“Change” is possible, but it is never straightforward especially when we find ourselves in the middle of it. As human beings, our entire lives are inherently developmental in nature. The complex process by which we may courageously begin to show up differently in our lives, and even in ourselves can be incredibly difficult to navigate at times. We are not meant to accomplish this on our own, and this is especially true after any sustained trauma. Everyone—regardless of age—is deserving of a space devoted to their growth and recovery. I am a firm believer there is no one-size-fits-all solution to the problem of being human!
“Change” is possible, but it is never straightforward especially when we find ourselves in the middle of it. As human beings, our entire lives are inherently developmental in nature. The complex process by which we may courageously begin to show up differently in our lives, and even in ourselves can be incredibly difficult to navigate at times. We are not meant to accomplish this on our own, and this is especially true after any sustained trauma. Everyone—regardless of age—is deserving of a space devoted to their growth and recovery. I am a firm believer there is no one-size-fits-all solution to the problem of being human!
(720) 790-7376 View (720) 790-7376
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David Maynard Rudesill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80227  (Online Only)
Pain in life is inevitable, but suffering doesn't have to be. People frequently suffer mental and physical symptoms, and or difficulties with relationships due to long-repeated patterns of thought and behavior that keep them anxious, depressed, detached, cutoff, or unhappy. It's difficult to make change when we're stuck or paralyzed. Perhaps you've been suffering for some time, perhaps even since you were very young; but it's never too late to make meaningful changes, experiencing yourself and others in new and positive ways.
Pain in life is inevitable, but suffering doesn't have to be. People frequently suffer mental and physical symptoms, and or difficulties with relationships due to long-repeated patterns of thought and behavior that keep them anxious, depressed, detached, cutoff, or unhappy. It's difficult to make change when we're stuck or paralyzed. Perhaps you've been suffering for some time, perhaps even since you were very young; but it's never too late to make meaningful changes, experiencing yourself and others in new and positive ways.
(720) 734-1885 View (720) 734-1885
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Sarah Lafon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80227
Addiction, trauma, grief, depression and anxiety can be crippling to experience. But even worse, they can be lonely and stigmatizing, causing those who suffer to feel distant and disconnected from everyone else - even though these disorders are very much a part of human existence. In fact, science tells us that most of us suffer through at least one of these disorders at some point in our lives. As you review my pwebsite, the central message I want you to hear is that you are not alone, and I can help you deal with these overwhelming and isolating issues.
Addiction, trauma, grief, depression and anxiety can be crippling to experience. But even worse, they can be lonely and stigmatizing, causing those who suffer to feel distant and disconnected from everyone else - even though these disorders are very much a part of human existence. In fact, science tells us that most of us suffer through at least one of these disorders at some point in our lives. As you review my pwebsite, the central message I want you to hear is that you are not alone, and I can help you deal with these overwhelming and isolating issues.
(720) 712-2539 View (720) 712-2539
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Karyn Resch Brackney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80227
I provide trauma-informed care for parents with a history of trauma or difficult upbringings of their own. I teach self-regulation for anger and anxiety, treat underlying trauma, and support healthy parenting. I also help clients process their spirituality or religious background, work through the impacts of religion on mental health, and identify a personally meaningful spirituality. I offer affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients, particularly those from a religious background. Many of my clients are young adults (18-26) navigating major life transitions in their relationships, careers, mental health, values, and identity.
I provide trauma-informed care for parents with a history of trauma or difficult upbringings of their own. I teach self-regulation for anger and anxiety, treat underlying trauma, and support healthy parenting. I also help clients process their spirituality or religious background, work through the impacts of religion on mental health, and identify a personally meaningful spirituality. I offer affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients, particularly those from a religious background. Many of my clients are young adults (18-26) navigating major life transitions in their relationships, careers, mental health, values, and identity.
(844) 336-1774 View (844) 336-1774
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Allison L. McCue-Napoli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CFI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80227
Dealing with trauma and past hurts, struggling with work, relationships, or addiction, managing depression & anxiety or to better understand one's gender identity or sexuality - it isn't easy to address any of these things. I see therapy as a safe, judgment-free, shame-free, and confidential space, where you are free to vent, confide, cry, discuss, imagine, find strength, and be empowered. Most importantly, therapy is a place for hope to come alive, to learn new coping skills, to achieve personal growth, and to discover you are strong, valuable, and greater than any struggle you might have. Change is possible!
Dealing with trauma and past hurts, struggling with work, relationships, or addiction, managing depression & anxiety or to better understand one's gender identity or sexuality - it isn't easy to address any of these things. I see therapy as a safe, judgment-free, shame-free, and confidential space, where you are free to vent, confide, cry, discuss, imagine, find strength, and be empowered. Most importantly, therapy is a place for hope to come alive, to learn new coping skills, to achieve personal growth, and to discover you are strong, valuable, and greater than any struggle you might have. Change is possible!
(720) 996-1340 View (720) 996-1340
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Guided Reflection Counseling, LLC Madison Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80227
I am dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey towards holistic healing and self-discovery. With a passion for the mind-body connection, I specialize in assisting clients explore and transform their experiences through embodied practices. By fostering greater awareness of bodily sensations, emotions, and patterns, I help individuals access their existing capacity for healing and transformation. I integrate a blend of psychotherapeutic, somatic, and mindfulness-based approaches to meet the unique needs of each client.
I am dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey towards holistic healing and self-discovery. With a passion for the mind-body connection, I specialize in assisting clients explore and transform their experiences through embodied practices. By fostering greater awareness of bodily sensations, emotions, and patterns, I help individuals access their existing capacity for healing and transformation. I integrate a blend of psychotherapeutic, somatic, and mindfulness-based approaches to meet the unique needs of each client.
(833) 320-2054 View (833) 320-2054
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Kirk S Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, CSAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80227
I believe we have the answers to our questions and issues within ourselves. As a therapist, with 20 years experience, my role is to help you unveil these answers. I want to help you work on issues related to trauma, grief and loss, addiction, mental illness, life transitions, and life coaching. People I've worked with describe me as authentic, sincere, and compassionate. I understand from my own experience-and those whom I've worked with--what suffering and struggle mean and how debilitating it can be. I'll help you work through your issues so you can live a more meaningful and satisfying life.
I believe we have the answers to our questions and issues within ourselves. As a therapist, with 20 years experience, my role is to help you unveil these answers. I want to help you work on issues related to trauma, grief and loss, addiction, mental illness, life transitions, and life coaching. People I've worked with describe me as authentic, sincere, and compassionate. I understand from my own experience-and those whom I've worked with--what suffering and struggle mean and how debilitating it can be. I'll help you work through your issues so you can live a more meaningful and satisfying life.
(303) 747-4758 View (303) 747-4758
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Ann Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80227
Serving Individuals, Families, Couples, Adolescents > 15 years, and older Adults. Level 1 trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Basic trained in EMDR and certified in Mind/Body Medicine.
Serving Individuals, Families, Couples, Adolescents > 15 years, and older Adults. Level 1 trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Basic trained in EMDR and certified in Mind/Body Medicine.
(720) 336-5796 View (720) 336-5796
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Denver Psychology
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80227
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
(720) 903-3230 View (720) 903-3230
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Cinda Marie Basila
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lakewood, CO 80227
I am accepting daytime clients between 10 am to 6 pm. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or a difficult relationship? I offer individual and family counseling in Lakewood Colorado with over 23 years of experience. I provide faith-based counseling with a warm and accepting approach in which you can express your concerns in a safe, confidential atmosphere. As an insightful, experienced and compassionate therapist I am passionate about helping individuals and families. If you've had loss, trauma, or conflict in relationships I provide EMDR and if you just need help in breaking down barriers in communication, give me a call.
I am accepting daytime clients between 10 am to 6 pm. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or a difficult relationship? I offer individual and family counseling in Lakewood Colorado with over 23 years of experience. I provide faith-based counseling with a warm and accepting approach in which you can express your concerns in a safe, confidential atmosphere. As an insightful, experienced and compassionate therapist I am passionate about helping individuals and families. If you've had loss, trauma, or conflict in relationships I provide EMDR and if you just need help in breaking down barriers in communication, give me a call.
(720) 776-8289 View (720) 776-8289
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Kelly Poag
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80227
Not accepting new clients
My therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion, but fueled by a results-oriented paradigm that seeks to ensure client progress is in line with your individual goals. I provide faith-based counseling to a wide variety of clients, with a specialization in trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues. I am passionate about helping people resource themselves so that they are equipped to handle life challenges in stride. My practice also focuses on healing wounds that are impeding relational health, so that the progress you and your family make will be lasting.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion, but fueled by a results-oriented paradigm that seeks to ensure client progress is in line with your individual goals. I provide faith-based counseling to a wide variety of clients, with a specialization in trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues. I am passionate about helping people resource themselves so that they are equipped to handle life challenges in stride. My practice also focuses on healing wounds that are impeding relational health, so that the progress you and your family make will be lasting.
(720) 640-6814 View (720) 640-6814
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.