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Sharilyn Ray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wichita, KS 67226
I have many years of experience in child welfare, fostering, domestic violence, and sexual abuse. I have experience working with victims of sexual abuse and their caretakers, helping in the healing process. I provide services in the areas of - Children and adolescents with behavioral and sexual issues - Anxiety and depression (including postpartum depression) - Relationship challenges: couples and families - Phase-of-life changes, grief, and loss - Life stresses and next steps.
I have many years of experience in child welfare, fostering, domestic violence, and sexual abuse. I have experience working with victims of sexual abuse and their caretakers, helping in the healing process. I provide services in the areas of - Children and adolescents with behavioral and sexual issues - Anxiety and depression (including postpartum depression) - Relationship challenges: couples and families - Phase-of-life changes, grief, and loss - Life stresses and next steps.
(316) 395-9433 View (316) 395-9433
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Tychelle Schi'erre Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Manhattan, KS 66502  (Online Only)
“I believe everyone deserves a chance; a chance at happiness, a chance at love, a chance at life, any CHANCE! I find extreme purpose as I assist individuals to find what satisfies them as well as presented barriers, restrictions, and issues faced in their journey. I strive to support them in finding peace and finding their own purpose.” My personal choices have lead me towards a career of advocacy and service on behalf of the abused, neglected and traumatized due to family violence and sexual assault. “Whatever issue you may be facing, you do not have to do so alone. Allow me to join you on the journey to find the Greater in YOU!”
“I believe everyone deserves a chance; a chance at happiness, a chance at love, a chance at life, any CHANCE! I find extreme purpose as I assist individuals to find what satisfies them as well as presented barriers, restrictions, and issues faced in their journey. I strive to support them in finding peace and finding their own purpose.” My personal choices have lead me towards a career of advocacy and service on behalf of the abused, neglected and traumatized due to family violence and sexual assault. “Whatever issue you may be facing, you do not have to do so alone. Allow me to join you on the journey to find the Greater in YOU!”
(785) 264-4094 View (785) 264-4094
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Ariel L LANDRUM
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, ATR, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Manhattan, KS 66503  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with survivors of childhood sexual abuse, military members and their families, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated with your life? Do you feel you have little support? Perhaps you feel on edge and don’t know how to relax? Do you feel there isn’t enough time in the day? Or your world runs on chronic stress? Maybe you’ve noticed these feelings and have even tried ways to challenge them. Jumped into yoga, didn’t work. Read a self-help book, didn’t work. Sought advice from friends. They didn’t understand. Googled your symptoms. Yeah, that was a bad idea. If you find yourself saying yes, then you're looking at the right profile. Let me be your guide to balance and mental wellness.
I specialize in working with survivors of childhood sexual abuse, military members and their families, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated with your life? Do you feel you have little support? Perhaps you feel on edge and don’t know how to relax? Do you feel there isn’t enough time in the day? Or your world runs on chronic stress? Maybe you’ve noticed these feelings and have even tried ways to challenge them. Jumped into yoga, didn’t work. Read a self-help book, didn’t work. Sought advice from friends. They didn’t understand. Googled your symptoms. Yeah, that was a bad idea. If you find yourself saying yes, then you're looking at the right profile. Let me be your guide to balance and mental wellness.
(323) 792-2573 View (323) 792-2573
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Karen Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67202
I'm skilled in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, including domestic violence and sexual assault.
Many people feel that they are destined to repeat unhealthy patterns of behavior that have been passed down from generations before them. The feeling of hopelessness sets in and it is easy to just accept that nothing will ever change. I work with high functioning, motivated people who are ready to break that cycle of unhealthy behavior patterns and are looking for help. My goal is to help you break those patterns and feel empowered to live a more fulfilling life.
I'm skilled in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, including domestic violence and sexual assault.
Many people feel that they are destined to repeat unhealthy patterns of behavior that have been passed down from generations before them. The feeling of hopelessness sets in and it is easy to just accept that nothing will ever change. I work with high functioning, motivated people who are ready to break that cycle of unhealthy behavior patterns and are looking for help. My goal is to help you break those patterns and feel empowered to live a more fulfilling life.
(316) 712-6348 View (316) 712-6348
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Tina Van Meter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC-KS, LMHC-WA, CSAT
Verified Verified
Junction City, KS 66441  (Online Only)
Focus: mood disorders, sexual addiction/dysfunction, pornography addiction, geriatric issues, trauma-physical/sexual abuse, PTSD issues, domestic violence, sexuality issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington State who works from a CBT perspective but does utilize a collaborative style. My approach is to work with you and help you realize your strengths and to find healthy ways to cope with difficult situations in your life. I work with adolescents(13-18), adults and geriatric on a variety of mental health concerns, however, I specialize in helping individuals with mood disorders and sexual addiction/dysfunction.
Focus: mood disorders, sexual addiction/dysfunction, pornography addiction, geriatric issues, trauma-physical/sexual abuse, PTSD issues, domestic violence, sexuality issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington State who works from a CBT perspective but does utilize a collaborative style. My approach is to work with you and help you realize your strengths and to find healthy ways to cope with difficult situations in your life. I work with adolescents(13-18), adults and geriatric on a variety of mental health concerns, however, I specialize in helping individuals with mood disorders and sexual addiction/dysfunction.
(785) 432-4253 View (785) 432-4253
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Abundant Hope Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Newton, KS 67114
Treatment specialties include: physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, ADHD, adjustment disorders, adolescents, adoption, anger management, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, childhood trauma, couples/marital, depression, divorce, domestic violence, family issues, life transitions.
I believe in having hope and moving forward to live a fulfilling life. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Emporia State University. I have 17 years experience in the child welfare system with 10 years of that as a therapist in residential, outpatient, and school settings.
Treatment specialties include: physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, ADHD, adjustment disorders, adolescents, adoption, anger management, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, childhood trauma, couples/marital, depression, divorce, domestic violence, family issues, life transitions.
I believe in having hope and moving forward to live a fulfilling life. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Emporia State University. I have 17 years experience in the child welfare system with 10 years of that as a therapist in residential, outpatient, and school settings.
(316) 251-9409 View (316) 251-9409
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Cynthia Eckert-McCoy Lscsw Llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Salina, KS 67401
I have many years of experience working with a variety of presenting problems we humans experience. Working from a family systems relationship approach and EMDR Therapy has been useful to people with the following symptom areas: depression; anxiety and PTSD; adult and childhood adversity or trauma, including, but not limited to, sexual abuse, physical abuse, marital violence or military trauma; marital conflict; marital dissatisfaction; parents of children with problems; addictions, compulsive behavior or habits, including alcohol, cigarettes, procrastination, affairs, and the list goes on; workplace problems. Please feel free to call or email me with questions. Cyndy Eckert-McCoy, LSCSW PS:
I have many years of experience working with a variety of presenting problems we humans experience. Working from a family systems relationship approach and EMDR Therapy has been useful to people with the following symptom areas: depression; anxiety and PTSD; adult and childhood adversity or trauma, including, but not limited to, sexual abuse, physical abuse, marital violence or military trauma; marital conflict; marital dissatisfaction; parents of children with problems; addictions, compulsive behavior or habits, including alcohol, cigarettes, procrastination, affairs, and the list goes on; workplace problems. Please feel free to call or email me with questions. Cyndy Eckert-McCoy, LSCSW PS:
(785) 566-4723 View (785) 566-4723
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Heidi Cleveland
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67210
I have experience with grief, domestic violence, sexual assault, abuse/neglect, attachment/bonding, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, career transitions, vicarious/secondary trauma in first responders and individuals involved in custody or the child welfare system.
Are you ready for a change? You are not alone! My practice is a warm, supportive and non judgmental place to gain insight and create positive change. We will work together to resolve your current struggles!
I have experience with grief, domestic violence, sexual assault, abuse/neglect, attachment/bonding, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, career transitions, vicarious/secondary trauma in first responders and individuals involved in custody or the child welfare system.
Are you ready for a change? You are not alone! My practice is a warm, supportive and non judgmental place to gain insight and create positive change. We will work together to resolve your current struggles!
(316) 320-0663 View (316) 320-0663
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Mary Alice Weed
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, BSN, MSMFT, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Salina, KS 67401
There are times in everyone's life when we are challenged to the point with seemingly no solutions. Through my years working in the Emergency Department, the sexual assault abuse unit, as an instructor, and as a therapist coupled with life experiences, I have learned about resiliency. It is not about how one falls but how one lands. I truly believe the best investment anyone can make is in themselves. Through my work as a therapist, I assist others in finding their own way through turmoil so they may invest again in themselves.
There are times in everyone's life when we are challenged to the point with seemingly no solutions. Through my years working in the Emergency Department, the sexual assault abuse unit, as an instructor, and as a therapist coupled with life experiences, I have learned about resiliency. It is not about how one falls but how one lands. I truly believe the best investment anyone can make is in themselves. Through my work as a therapist, I assist others in finding their own way through turmoil so they may invest again in themselves.
(785) 246-7450 x301 View (785) 246-7450 x301
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Becky Cheek-King
Counselor, LCP
Verified Verified
Lawrence, KS 66049
She welcomes the challenges that come with treating depression, anxiety, and sexual abuse.
Life often brings us stressors, challenges, and difficulties. Sometimes we don't know which direction to go. Therapy gets you going in a healthy direction, builds your confidence in your life choices, and reminds you to smell the roses along the way. With over 30 years of experience in the mental health field, Becky understands the challenges that many people face everyday. A graduate of Vanderbilt University, she received a masters in clinical psychology from the University of Tulsa. Becky worked for years at community mental health centers and a group private practice, gaining experience treating a variety of clinical issues.
She welcomes the challenges that come with treating depression, anxiety, and sexual abuse.
Life often brings us stressors, challenges, and difficulties. Sometimes we don't know which direction to go. Therapy gets you going in a healthy direction, builds your confidence in your life choices, and reminds you to smell the roses along the way. With over 30 years of experience in the mental health field, Becky understands the challenges that many people face everyday. A graduate of Vanderbilt University, she received a masters in clinical psychology from the University of Tulsa. Becky worked for years at community mental health centers and a group private practice, gaining experience treating a variety of clinical issues.
(785) 856-0676 View (785) 856-0676
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Serenity Psychological Services & Consulting LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCAC, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hays, KS 67601
I specialize in working with women's issues in particular, domestic violence and sexual assault.
If you are looking for someone with experience, who is open-minded, and client-centered, then I am the therapist for you. I believe clients are the experts when it comes to how they are feeling, and what they need. I am here to provide the necessary tools for a person to become happy and healthy. In the past 25 years, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families. I prefer to work with individuals between the ages of 14 to 100. I have extensive training in domestic violence and sexual assault, women's issues, addictions, mental health, and loss and grief. I also enjoy working with couples.
I specialize in working with women's issues in particular, domestic violence and sexual assault.
If you are looking for someone with experience, who is open-minded, and client-centered, then I am the therapist for you. I believe clients are the experts when it comes to how they are feeling, and what they need. I am here to provide the necessary tools for a person to become happy and healthy. In the past 25 years, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families. I prefer to work with individuals between the ages of 14 to 100. I have extensive training in domestic violence and sexual assault, women's issues, addictions, mental health, and loss and grief. I also enjoy working with couples.
(785) 524-2277 View (785) 524-2277
Photo of David Adams LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Kansas
David Adams LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbus, KS 66725
When I needed a Christian counselor, finding one that would endorse my Biblical values, hold me accountable, & show me grace was difficult. "As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens and influences another through discussion"-Prov 27:17. I come alongside you to help navigate emotions and situations, and discover solutions that your future self will be thankful for. I have experience working with: parenting, family, marital, and relationship problems; depression; anxiety; grief and loss; trauma from combat and other line-of-duty experiences and physical and sexual abuse; addiction; Men's issues, ministers and therapists, and more.
When I needed a Christian counselor, finding one that would endorse my Biblical values, hold me accountable, & show me grace was difficult. "As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens and influences another through discussion"-Prov 27:17. I come alongside you to help navigate emotions and situations, and discover solutions that your future self will be thankful for. I have experience working with: parenting, family, marital, and relationship problems; depression; anxiety; grief and loss; trauma from combat and other line-of-duty experiences and physical and sexual abuse; addiction; Men's issues, ministers and therapists, and more.
(214) 628-7366 View (214) 628-7366
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Terri Schmitz Counseling
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburg, KS 66762  (Online Only)
I have worked in the field of general mental health counseling for nearly 25 years. I specialize in client-centered therapy and have worked with children, teens and adults as individuals and families. After attaining a Masters degree in Los Angeles California, I worked with people that had been injured on the job. I helped them find new employment within their physical restrictions. Before my Masters degree, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 4 years in Sherman Oaks California. I feel that my background enables me to help a variety of clients in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
I have worked in the field of general mental health counseling for nearly 25 years. I specialize in client-centered therapy and have worked with children, teens and adults as individuals and families. After attaining a Masters degree in Los Angeles California, I worked with people that had been injured on the job. I helped them find new employment within their physical restrictions. Before my Masters degree, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 4 years in Sherman Oaks California. I feel that my background enables me to help a variety of clients in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
(620) 682-9341 View (620) 682-9341
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Chelsea Spencer Therapy LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Manhattan, KS 66502
Waitlist for new clients
We all go through difficult times in our lives, and sometimes we need to reach out to others during these times. I am here to help you navigate any struggles that you may be experiencing. My goal is to provide a warm, safe environment for you to process your emotions, grieve, cope, and heal. I believe that everyone has strengths that we can build on in therapy, and my goal is to work with you to use these strengths to reach your goals.
We all go through difficult times in our lives, and sometimes we need to reach out to others during these times. I am here to help you navigate any struggles that you may be experiencing. My goal is to provide a warm, safe environment for you to process your emotions, grieve, cope, and heal. I believe that everyone has strengths that we can build on in therapy, and my goal is to work with you to use these strengths to reach your goals.
(785) 329-0599 View (785) 329-0599
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Becca Brown Gordon
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67206
You want to be seen, understood, and supported. Most therapists do that well. But you deserve more than most- you deserve a therapist that helps you discern your life story, resolve your emotional difficulties, strengthen your relationships, and fulfill your purpose, so you can cultivate a life you love. I've helped hundreds of people facing difficult paths of grief, trauma, depression, conflict, and anxiety reach a deeper experience of gratitude, peace, love, and fulfillment in their lives. Therapy is hard work, but it is not harder than living with unaddressed pain and in dysfunctional patterns.
You want to be seen, understood, and supported. Most therapists do that well. But you deserve more than most- you deserve a therapist that helps you discern your life story, resolve your emotional difficulties, strengthen your relationships, and fulfill your purpose, so you can cultivate a life you love. I've helped hundreds of people facing difficult paths of grief, trauma, depression, conflict, and anxiety reach a deeper experience of gratitude, peace, love, and fulfillment in their lives. Therapy is hard work, but it is not harder than living with unaddressed pain and in dysfunctional patterns.
(316) 669-5330 View (316) 669-5330
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Christopher Jensen
Psychologist, LMLP
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67206
Seems like the world has gone a little crazy lately, right? Have you been feeling on edge, irritable, anxious, or hopeless? Maybe you worry that you can't be yourself because it might make you a target, or maybe you think that there is more bad than good around here. At times like this, I think it's more important than ever to have someone trustworthy to talk to. I may be biased, but there is a pretty good chance you'll find me to be a listening ear who is judgment and agenda free, who wants nothing more than to see you succeed in your goals.
Seems like the world has gone a little crazy lately, right? Have you been feeling on edge, irritable, anxious, or hopeless? Maybe you worry that you can't be yourself because it might make you a target, or maybe you think that there is more bad than good around here. At times like this, I think it's more important than ever to have someone trustworthy to talk to. I may be biased, but there is a pretty good chance you'll find me to be a listening ear who is judgment and agenda free, who wants nothing more than to see you succeed in your goals.
(316) 669-4956 View (316) 669-4956
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Root and Rise; A Healing Place
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Lawrence, KS 66044
Most clients seek out therapy because something or possibly many things aren't feeling good or working out well in their lives. They are looking for healing, for worth, for growth, for change. They need a safe and trusting person and an environment where they can feel heard, can process, feel, collaborate, make sense of, and make changes to improve their lives. They are looking for someone to listen and engage without judgement but also to challenge them when necessary. Therapy is about a collaborative relationship that allows a person to open their heart and their mind to healing.
Most clients seek out therapy because something or possibly many things aren't feeling good or working out well in their lives. They are looking for healing, for worth, for growth, for change. They need a safe and trusting person and an environment where they can feel heard, can process, feel, collaborate, make sense of, and make changes to improve their lives. They are looking for someone to listen and engage without judgement but also to challenge them when necessary. Therapy is about a collaborative relationship that allows a person to open their heart and their mind to healing.
(785) 264-4620 View (785) 264-4620
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Mike Sullivan
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66207
Mike is a Master’s degree level counselor in clinical internship through Walden University. He provides high-quality therapy services at a discounted rate and works under the supervision of a licensed clinician. Mike combines the proven effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with the deep insights of psychodynamic therapy to provide a comprehensive and effective approach to treatment. CBT is a structured, goal-oriented approach that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that may be contributing to their problems.
Mike is a Master’s degree level counselor in clinical internship through Walden University. He provides high-quality therapy services at a discounted rate and works under the supervision of a licensed clinician. Mike combines the proven effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with the deep insights of psychodynamic therapy to provide a comprehensive and effective approach to treatment. CBT is a structured, goal-oriented approach that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors that may be contributing to their problems.
(913) 298-6037 View (913) 298-6037
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T Fields Trauma Therapy and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Abilene, KS 67410
I focus on trauma initially because what I have found in over 6 years of work as a trauma therapist, is that so much of our present concerns and limitations is rooted in trauma exposure and history. This lends itself to unhealthy patterns of avoidance, hypervigilance/hyperarousal, disturbance in mood and cognitions. and being inundated with intrusions and flashbacks. Many patients that have struggled with years with anxiety and or depressive episodes really have suffered from trauma that has not yet been dealt with. T Fields Trauma Therapy is for you if this describes you!
I focus on trauma initially because what I have found in over 6 years of work as a trauma therapist, is that so much of our present concerns and limitations is rooted in trauma exposure and history. This lends itself to unhealthy patterns of avoidance, hypervigilance/hyperarousal, disturbance in mood and cognitions. and being inundated with intrusions and flashbacks. Many patients that have struggled with years with anxiety and or depressive episodes really have suffered from trauma that has not yet been dealt with. T Fields Trauma Therapy is for you if this describes you!
(785) 310-2849 View (785) 310-2849
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Janice Marie Parks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67208
Making a decision to share intimate details about your personal challenges can be a difficult decision, but if I'm honest, we have all had challenges. Our challenges come to empower us, strengthen us, and to place our lives in order. At "Empowered To Live Counseling" I would be honored to join you and share in discovering the wisdom and strength that lies within you.
Making a decision to share intimate details about your personal challenges can be a difficult decision, but if I'm honest, we have all had challenges. Our challenges come to empower us, strengthen us, and to place our lives in order. At "Empowered To Live Counseling" I would be honored to join you and share in discovering the wisdom and strength that lies within you.
(316) 854-4756 View (316) 854-4756
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.