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Core Psychotherapy Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middletown, CT 06457  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialized in treating a variety of issues including, trauma, sexual abuse, sexual addiction, depression, anxiety, anger management, family violence prevention, parenting education, substance abuse, coping skills, and antisocial disorder.
I have over ten years of experience working with adults and adolescents. Building resiliency in children and adults is essential for me. I have the drive and passion for helping people in need. I enjoy working with different clients from all walks of life. My goal is to help clients create a better version of themselves. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and narrative therapy approach. Once you can change your thinking patterns, you can change your behaviors, resulting in a better outcome.
I specialized in treating a variety of issues including, trauma, sexual abuse, sexual addiction, depression, anxiety, anger management, family violence prevention, parenting education, substance abuse, coping skills, and antisocial disorder.
I have over ten years of experience working with adults and adolescents. Building resiliency in children and adults is essential for me. I have the drive and passion for helping people in need. I enjoy working with different clients from all walks of life. My goal is to help clients create a better version of themselves. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and narrative therapy approach. Once you can change your thinking patterns, you can change your behaviors, resulting in a better outcome.
(860) 590-9824 View (860) 590-9824
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Marlene L Weisel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridgeport, CT 06606  (Online Only)
If you have suffered from a traumatic event (s) such as a sexual assault, physical assault, childhood abuse, work or car accident and want to live your best life as quickly as possible, please reach out to me.
Have you been struggling with trauma related issues and wish you could become unstuck from your trauma? Are you looking for skills that will help you overcome your trauma rapidly (within 2-4 weeks), so you can get your life back on track? If yes, you have come to the right place! I am a Staff Trauma Therapist at at Nema Health, with 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy, including specializing in trauma related conditions. Nema Health is a virtual outpatient clinic for adult trauma survivors that provides first line evidence-based treatment, with proven outcomes; 90% of Nema clients experience improvement with symptoms!
If you have suffered from a traumatic event (s) such as a sexual assault, physical assault, childhood abuse, work or car accident and want to live your best life as quickly as possible, please reach out to me.
Have you been struggling with trauma related issues and wish you could become unstuck from your trauma? Are you looking for skills that will help you overcome your trauma rapidly (within 2-4 weeks), so you can get your life back on track? If yes, you have come to the right place! I am a Staff Trauma Therapist at at Nema Health, with 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy, including specializing in trauma related conditions. Nema Health is a virtual outpatient clinic for adult trauma survivors that provides first line evidence-based treatment, with proven outcomes; 90% of Nema clients experience improvement with symptoms!
(203) 490-4831 View (203) 490-4831
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Christine Seymour
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Suffield, CT 06078
I have been a counselor for over 18 years, working with people ages 17 and older. Some of the issues I treat include mood disorders, grief and loss, sexual abuse, trauma, divorce, bereavement, lifespan transitions and relationship difficulties. My aim is to offer a holistic approach specific to the needs of each person. In my practice, I incorporate a blend of treatments such as interpersonal, solution focus, cognitive behavioral, animal assisted, yoga therapy and group therapy. I am now seeing clients in person in my Suffield office as well as telehealth. I am now accepting private yoga therapy clients in Suffield CT.
I have been a counselor for over 18 years, working with people ages 17 and older. Some of the issues I treat include mood disorders, grief and loss, sexual abuse, trauma, divorce, bereavement, lifespan transitions and relationship difficulties. My aim is to offer a holistic approach specific to the needs of each person. In my practice, I incorporate a blend of treatments such as interpersonal, solution focus, cognitive behavioral, animal assisted, yoga therapy and group therapy. I am now seeing clients in person in my Suffield office as well as telehealth. I am now accepting private yoga therapy clients in Suffield CT.
(860) 661-0671 View (860) 661-0671
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Kristin Ferguson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Burlington, CT 06013  (Online Only)
Kristin is a licensed professional counselor who has spent most of her career working with children, adolescents, teens, and adults, who have experienced anxiety, sexual assault, previous trauma, and more. Kristin focuses on the present by challenging people on how they experience and react to events, guiding them to make small changes in order to begin to free themselves, and become more mindful and self-loving.
Kristin is a licensed professional counselor who has spent most of her career working with children, adolescents, teens, and adults, who have experienced anxiety, sexual assault, previous trauma, and more. Kristin focuses on the present by challenging people on how they experience and react to events, guiding them to make small changes in order to begin to free themselves, and become more mindful and self-loving.
(860) 815-8909 View (860) 815-8909
Photo of Janice M Trelease, Marriage & Family Therapist in Connecticut
Janice M Trelease
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
New Haven, CT 06512
I also work with clients dealing with childhood sexual abuse.
“We can choose courage, or we can choose comfort, but you can’t choose both,” states one of my favorite authors, Brene Brown. It is my passion to help individuals and couples to navigate through the often turbulent waters they find themselves in when making this choice. I offer clients a blend of working with the mind, body and soul as a path to finding the right balance in their emotional, spiritual and physical lives. I am a Marriage and Family therapist licensed in both Florida and Connecticut for snowbirds who would like to stay connected year round.
I also work with clients dealing with childhood sexual abuse.
“We can choose courage, or we can choose comfort, but you can’t choose both,” states one of my favorite authors, Brene Brown. It is my passion to help individuals and couples to navigate through the often turbulent waters they find themselves in when making this choice. I offer clients a blend of working with the mind, body and soul as a path to finding the right balance in their emotional, spiritual and physical lives. I am a Marriage and Family therapist licensed in both Florida and Connecticut for snowbirds who would like to stay connected year round.
(203) 824-5535 View (203) 824-5535
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Ingrid Rojas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06854
I have been a Psychotherapist with a LMFT since 2001. My work experience includes working with Individuals and their families, I help couples to find better ways to communicate and strengthening their relationships. I also work with individuals and families dealing with life transitional issues; loss and grief; and traumatic events, like Domestic Violence and Sexual abuse.
I have been a Psychotherapist with a LMFT since 2001. My work experience includes working with Individuals and their families, I help couples to find better ways to communicate and strengthening their relationships. I also work with individuals and families dealing with life transitional issues; loss and grief; and traumatic events, like Domestic Violence and Sexual abuse.
(475) 255-2862 View (475) 255-2862
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Laura Jakabauski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Southington, CT 06489  (Online Only)
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over fifteen years. In that time, I have worked with a wide variety of behavioral health issues including depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, sexual abuse, domestic violence, marital problems and trauma.
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over fifteen years. In that time, I have worked with a wide variety of behavioral health issues including depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, sexual abuse, domestic violence, marital problems and trauma.
(860) 530-6045 View (860) 530-6045
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Jeanne Hance-Jagoe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Milford, CT 06460
She has extensive experience with psychotherapy privately as well as in the institutional setting and her specialities include: Medical Family Therapy, Infertility, Pregnancy-Related Issues, and Postpartum, Marriage and Family, Grief and Loss, Incest/Sexual Assault (including rape), Oncology, Hospice and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Drawn to the profession with a desire to understand and heal from the pain of her own upbringing, Jeanne has been compassionately guiding individuals, families, and couples through the process of healing their emotional wounds and navigating turbulent times. Jeanne is unique in her field as she is both a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist which gives her an expansive capacity to treat a wide range of emotional issues.
She has extensive experience with psychotherapy privately as well as in the institutional setting and her specialities include: Medical Family Therapy, Infertility, Pregnancy-Related Issues, and Postpartum, Marriage and Family, Grief and Loss, Incest/Sexual Assault (including rape), Oncology, Hospice and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Drawn to the profession with a desire to understand and heal from the pain of her own upbringing, Jeanne has been compassionately guiding individuals, families, and couples through the process of healing their emotional wounds and navigating turbulent times. Jeanne is unique in her field as she is both a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist which gives her an expansive capacity to treat a wide range of emotional issues.
(203) 904-2838 View (203) 904-2838
Photo of Melissa Schiavone, Marriage & Family Therapist in Connecticut
Melissa Schiavone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winsted, CT 06098
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with a diverse group of clients facing a wide range of struggles including parenting, divorce, anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual assault, and domestic violence.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I approach my time with clients from both an individual and relational point of view. I believe it is vital to explore self-awareness and interpersonal relationships in order to understand what may be interfering with living a more fulfilling life. I understand that not everyone responds to the same experiences in the same way and that therapy needs to be designed to fit each individual clients needs based on their own histories and experiences. I will collaborate with you to make therapy a place that fits your needs.
I have worked with a diverse group of clients facing a wide range of struggles including parenting, divorce, anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual assault, and domestic violence.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I approach my time with clients from both an individual and relational point of view. I believe it is vital to explore self-awareness and interpersonal relationships in order to understand what may be interfering with living a more fulfilling life. I understand that not everyone responds to the same experiences in the same way and that therapy needs to be designed to fit each individual clients needs based on their own histories and experiences. I will collaborate with you to make therapy a place that fits your needs.
(860) 579-6980 View (860) 579-6980
Photo of Katie O'Leary, Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut
Katie O'Leary
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Stonington, CT 06378
I refer out for sexual assault, DV, and court cases.
I am passionate about providing education and empowerment around the mind-body connection. We learn to understand how the mind and body may be in survival mode and how a learned response may no longer serve us. Holding space allows for the body and mind to create space from imprinted thoughts & emotions in order to see choice in self-talk, belief systems, behaviors, and gain acceptance of ourselves. We learn how to rewire/rewrite our narrative through self-compassion.
I refer out for sexual assault, DV, and court cases.
I am passionate about providing education and empowerment around the mind-body connection. We learn to understand how the mind and body may be in survival mode and how a learned response may no longer serve us. Holding space allows for the body and mind to create space from imprinted thoughts & emotions in order to see choice in self-talk, belief systems, behaviors, and gain acceptance of ourselves. We learn how to rewire/rewrite our narrative through self-compassion.
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Chloe Findley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Branford, CT 06405  (Online Only)
I'm a trauma therapist at Nema Health and we currently offer Intensive Cognitive Processing Therapy (sessions 3 to 5 times per week) so that you can get better in as little as 2 to 4 weeks! I also have 5+ years of experience providing Trauma Management Therapy (prolonged exposure therapy along with skill-based interventions) at UCF to first responders, veterans, survivors of mass shootings, and survivors of sexual assault.
I'm a trauma therapist at Nema Health and we currently offer Intensive Cognitive Processing Therapy (sessions 3 to 5 times per week) so that you can get better in as little as 2 to 4 weeks! I also have 5+ years of experience providing Trauma Management Therapy (prolonged exposure therapy along with skill-based interventions) at UCF to first responders, veterans, survivors of mass shootings, and survivors of sexual assault.
(475) 242-8373 View (475) 242-8373
Photo of Stephanie Harris, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Connecticut
Stephanie Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , LADC
Verified Verified
Cheshire, CT 06410
My background is in chemical dependency training at state and local hospitals where I worked at various levels of care from those who are very early in recovery to those with sustained recovery and ending at a community mental health facility where I supported individuals in transitioning to medication assisted treatment out of Department of Corrections. I was trained as a Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and worked supporting survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence while they transitioned out of narcissistic patterns of abuse. I have worked with children who have mood disorders, attachment disorders, and conduct disorders.
My background is in chemical dependency training at state and local hospitals where I worked at various levels of care from those who are very early in recovery to those with sustained recovery and ending at a community mental health facility where I supported individuals in transitioning to medication assisted treatment out of Department of Corrections. I was trained as a Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and worked supporting survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence while they transitioned out of narcissistic patterns of abuse. I have worked with children who have mood disorders, attachment disorders, and conduct disorders.
(203) 802-6629 View (203) 802-6629
Photo of Giulia Jaramillo, Marriage & Family Therapist in Connecticut
Giulia Jaramillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSLMFT, Author
Verified Verified
Mystic, CT 06355
I work with clients struggling with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, trauma, grief, loss, depression, anxiety and physical and sexual abuse.
I am certified to work with individuals starting at age 16, as well as couples and families. I have experience in working with clients who struggle with trauma (PTSD), anxiety, panic, ADHD (all types), depression, physical disabilities, and navigating the ADA legal system. I have over a decade of experience working with military families, legal issues, criminal issues, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy.
I work with clients struggling with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, trauma, grief, loss, depression, anxiety and physical and sexual abuse.
I am certified to work with individuals starting at age 16, as well as couples and families. I have experience in working with clients who struggle with trauma (PTSD), anxiety, panic, ADHD (all types), depression, physical disabilities, and navigating the ADA legal system. I have over a decade of experience working with military families, legal issues, criminal issues, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy.
(860) 786-4752 View (860) 786-4752
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Lourie C Bonsu
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, MSOL
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
East Hartford, CT 06108
I am an EMDR Trained with advance training in BPD as an attachment/complex trauma and Certified Internalized Somatic Trauma Therapist "ISTT.” I specialize in helping adolescents, adults, and families who have experienced trauma. Trauma can take any form - developmental, single-incident, or complex. Many people who have experienced trauma also face various mental health issues. I help them reclaim their lives. I have unique insight into the experiences of people who are immigrants, refugees, or survivors of sexual abuse. I invite anyone who is impacted by trauma to reach out to me so we can start your journey back to health.
I am an EMDR Trained with advance training in BPD as an attachment/complex trauma and Certified Internalized Somatic Trauma Therapist "ISTT.” I specialize in helping adolescents, adults, and families who have experienced trauma. Trauma can take any form - developmental, single-incident, or complex. Many people who have experienced trauma also face various mental health issues. I help them reclaim their lives. I have unique insight into the experiences of people who are immigrants, refugees, or survivors of sexual abuse. I invite anyone who is impacted by trauma to reach out to me so we can start your journey back to health.
(860) 792-5891 View (860) 792-5891
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Lashauna Cutts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06513  (Online Only)
, sexual assault, interpersonal violence, life-threatening accident) and continue to experience symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, low self-worth, and fear, you may benefit from Nema’s holistic program.
You've come to the right place! I am a seasoned LCSW psychotherapist with over a decade of experience delivering evidenced-based psychotherapies to individuals with mental illness. I have expertise in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure. I’m Clinical Director at Nema Health, a telehealth practice that offers effective and research-backed care for trauma survivors. We currently offer Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), the gold star treatment for PTSD that is endorsed by the National Center for PTSD. 90% of our patients experience clinically improvement in PTSD symptoms.
, sexual assault, interpersonal violence, life-threatening accident) and continue to experience symptoms like flashbacks, nightmares, low self-worth, and fear, you may benefit from Nema’s holistic program.
You've come to the right place! I am a seasoned LCSW psychotherapist with over a decade of experience delivering evidenced-based psychotherapies to individuals with mental illness. I have expertise in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure. I’m Clinical Director at Nema Health, a telehealth practice that offers effective and research-backed care for trauma survivors. We currently offer Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), the gold star treatment for PTSD that is endorsed by the National Center for PTSD. 90% of our patients experience clinically improvement in PTSD symptoms.
(203) 457-8223 View (203) 457-8223
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Krista Maturo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Southbury, CT 06488
I have experience working with a multitude of clinical needs such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, anger management, self-esteem, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, PTSD and traumatic stress (primarily victims of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse).
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with experience providing mental health and substance abuse services to adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings and through individual, couples, and group therapy. I also have experience working with adults involved with the Criminal Justice System, DCF, Probation and Parole. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques from psychodynamic with an eclectic approach to cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
I have experience working with a multitude of clinical needs such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, anger management, self-esteem, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, PTSD and traumatic stress (primarily victims of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse).
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with experience providing mental health and substance abuse services to adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings and through individual, couples, and group therapy. I also have experience working with adults involved with the Criminal Justice System, DCF, Probation and Parole. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques from psychodynamic with an eclectic approach to cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
(203) 779-6180 View (203) 779-6180
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Adolescent & Family Counseling Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cheshire, CT 06410
Group offerings: "Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse".
I am Linda Rosenfield, LCSW, Intake Coordinator. Our goal & service mark since 1980: "Helping You Solve Life's Problems". Clients have ability & answers within themselves; our role is to help you see alternatives and have self-confidence to make healthy changes. I'm proud of our clients and our success in helping them to heal & grow. CT licensed clinicians with varied backgrounds, skills, degrees, & expertise: ADHD; Anger Management; Anxiety; Behavior problems; Couples'; Depression; Early childhood; Educational; Grief; Hypnotherapy; Medical Issues; Parenting; PTSD; Sex Abuse/Incest Survivors; Stress Management; Smoke-ending; & more!
Group offerings: "Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse".
I am Linda Rosenfield, LCSW, Intake Coordinator. Our goal & service mark since 1980: "Helping You Solve Life's Problems". Clients have ability & answers within themselves; our role is to help you see alternatives and have self-confidence to make healthy changes. I'm proud of our clients and our success in helping them to heal & grow. CT licensed clinicians with varied backgrounds, skills, degrees, & expertise: ADHD; Anger Management; Anxiety; Behavior problems; Couples'; Depression; Early childhood; Educational; Grief; Hypnotherapy; Medical Issues; Parenting; PTSD; Sex Abuse/Incest Survivors; Stress Management; Smoke-ending; & more!
(203) 212-9073 View (203) 212-9073
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Mary J Hof
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Watertown, CT 06795
My clients are people who don't want to reinvent or change who they are, they want acceptance for being themselves. My clients are people who wish to develop a sense of internal knowing, even if it is a quiet knowing, they are worthy, they are enough, and that they deserve acceptance. When we feel unsupported, or judged, for who we are, it may feel safer holding back or hiding our truth. A major component of our work together will be to build a sense of self-worth and confidence, which will allow you to feel more alive, more like your true self.
My clients are people who don't want to reinvent or change who they are, they want acceptance for being themselves. My clients are people who wish to develop a sense of internal knowing, even if it is a quiet knowing, they are worthy, they are enough, and that they deserve acceptance. When we feel unsupported, or judged, for who we are, it may feel safer holding back or hiding our truth. A major component of our work together will be to build a sense of self-worth and confidence, which will allow you to feel more alive, more like your true self.
(860) 854-4851 View (860) 854-4851
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Aditi Gohil
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterford, CT 06385
Taking the step to call a therapist can feel intimidating. It can be scary becoming so vulnerable with someone you don't know. I strive to create and maintain a relaxed, supportive and honest therapeutic relationship. One where you can feel comfortable discussing any aspect of your life that "doesn't feel right."
Taking the step to call a therapist can feel intimidating. It can be scary becoming so vulnerable with someone you don't know. I strive to create and maintain a relaxed, supportive and honest therapeutic relationship. One where you can feel comfortable discussing any aspect of your life that "doesn't feel right."
(959) 208-4803 View (959) 208-4803
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Linda Tran
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bethel, CT 06801
Waitlist for new clients
Have you experienced a traumatic event in your life that has greatly impacted you? Do you experience recurrent intrusive thoughts about the traumatic event, nightmares, flashbacks, feeling numb or overwhelmed about it? Has this event impacted your interpersonal relationships and functioning? Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence based method to treat trauma, all without having to talk in detail about the trauma. It works to heal trauma in your brain and body. Many people notice improvement in their symptoms after just a few processing sessions.
Have you experienced a traumatic event in your life that has greatly impacted you? Do you experience recurrent intrusive thoughts about the traumatic event, nightmares, flashbacks, feeling numb or overwhelmed about it? Has this event impacted your interpersonal relationships and functioning? Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence based method to treat trauma, all without having to talk in detail about the trauma. It works to heal trauma in your brain and body. Many people notice improvement in their symptoms after just a few processing sessions.
(203) 590-5492 View (203) 590-5492

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.