Sexual Abuse Therapists in Georgetown, MA
Andrea Race Douglass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Georgetown, MA 01833
I believe the therapeutic relationship is at the core of all treatment provided as the path to health begins here. Your growth and healing will require energy, commitment, and active participation from you, the client. I work with clients to establish a therapeutic relationship that is honest, straightforward, therapeutically challenging and inspiring, and compassionate. With my support, you will come to deeply understand your personal strengths, compassionately tend to your emotional wounds and learn evidence-based techniques to move toward health.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is at the core of all treatment provided as the path to health begins here. Your growth and healing will require energy, commitment, and active participation from you, the client. I work with clients to establish a therapeutic relationship that is honest, straightforward, therapeutically challenging and inspiring, and compassionate. With my support, you will come to deeply understand your personal strengths, compassionately tend to your emotional wounds and learn evidence-based techniques to move toward health.
Thomas William Stewart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Georgetown, MA 01833 (Online Only)
Highly trained therapist supporting children, couples and families experiencing a wide array of challenges including, but not limited to, learning disabilities, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting challenges, navigating the special education process, ableism, LGBTQIA issues, abuse, alcohol and substance abuse. Qualified as an expert witness. Trained therapists and graduate students in family therapy theory and practice. Recently years focus and committment has been on supporting children, couples and families with learning challenges and worked supporting the creation of MA Dyslexia screening legislation.
Highly trained therapist supporting children, couples and families experiencing a wide array of challenges including, but not limited to, learning disabilities, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting challenges, navigating the special education process, ableism, LGBTQIA issues, abuse, alcohol and substance abuse. Qualified as an expert witness. Trained therapists and graduate students in family therapy theory and practice. Recently years focus and committment has been on supporting children, couples and families with learning challenges and worked supporting the creation of MA Dyslexia screening legislation.
Caitlin Kenny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Georgetown, MA 01833 (Online Only)
I guide people to create change in their lives, and understand this is often a difficult and overwhelming process. My focus is to assist people with creative problem solving, stay goal-oriented, and to ensure you feel validated and truly heard. By exploring your feelings, thoughts, physiology, and experiences, you’ll come to feel, learn, heal, and grow. It’s not always fun or easy- soul work is hard work. But I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and nurturing space for you to become empowered and create agency in your life. It’s time to focus on caring and nurturing yourself. Because it really does start with you.
I guide people to create change in their lives, and understand this is often a difficult and overwhelming process. My focus is to assist people with creative problem solving, stay goal-oriented, and to ensure you feel validated and truly heard. By exploring your feelings, thoughts, physiology, and experiences, you’ll come to feel, learn, heal, and grow. It’s not always fun or easy- soul work is hard work. But I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and nurturing space for you to become empowered and create agency in your life. It’s time to focus on caring and nurturing yourself. Because it really does start with you.
I welcome your call to see if working with me is your next best step in feeling better. I work with adults and couples who are struggling with communication, parenting, depression, anxiety, grief, and post traumatic experiences. With 26 years of experience, my clients would tell you that I provide an intuitive compassionate connection, a respectful, curious approach, and a touch of humor to facilitate your increased self awareness and to teach you practical steps that result in the changes you are looking for today.
I welcome your call to see if working with me is your next best step in feeling better. I work with adults and couples who are struggling with communication, parenting, depression, anxiety, grief, and post traumatic experiences. With 26 years of experience, my clients would tell you that I provide an intuitive compassionate connection, a respectful, curious approach, and a touch of humor to facilitate your increased self awareness and to teach you practical steps that result in the changes you are looking for today.
Nova Initia is a collaborative group of therapists with a common goal, to help our clients improve their lives and to grow as individuals. This allows for a unified approach to treatment that focuses on the needs of the client, whether that client is an individual, couple or family. Additionally, our clinicians work closely together to offer our clients a robust supportive environment that understands that while we are all responsible for our own lives and choices, we are also affected by the choices of others.
Nova Initia is a collaborative group of therapists with a common goal, to help our clients improve their lives and to grow as individuals. This allows for a unified approach to treatment that focuses on the needs of the client, whether that client is an individual, couple or family. Additionally, our clinicians work closely together to offer our clients a robust supportive environment that understands that while we are all responsible for our own lives and choices, we are also affected by the choices of others.
We all have a unique path, an unfolding story to tell, and various crossroads to navigate on our journey through life. At times the path may be difficult; we may feel lost and unable to find our way or change direction alone. It may be a crisis in a family or relationship, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief/loss, difficulties with work or school, or an inner sense that something is just not right. I believe our natural state is one of joy and well-being but experiences in life can cause suffering and distance us from feeling whole. I take a holistic approach based on the premise that the mind and body function as one.
We all have a unique path, an unfolding story to tell, and various crossroads to navigate on our journey through life. At times the path may be difficult; we may feel lost and unable to find our way or change direction alone. It may be a crisis in a family or relationship, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief/loss, difficulties with work or school, or an inner sense that something is just not right. I believe our natural state is one of joy and well-being but experiences in life can cause suffering and distance us from feeling whole. I take a holistic approach based on the premise that the mind and body function as one.
Nike Konstantina Gregory
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Georgetown, MA 01833
Not accepting new clients
Are you motivated & willing to consider personal challenges from a fresh perspective? Do you want to learn ways to practically apply what you learn in therapy into daily life? Are you ready to explore & tackle obstacles that prevent you from actualizing your goals? Would you like to try something new on your journey towards health and healing? Do you desire to learn more about yourself, identify personal strengths & abilities, and commit to making positive changes, one step at a time? If you believe that change is possible, and are eager to partner with a compassionate, competent professional in the process, please reach out!
Are you motivated & willing to consider personal challenges from a fresh perspective? Do you want to learn ways to practically apply what you learn in therapy into daily life? Are you ready to explore & tackle obstacles that prevent you from actualizing your goals? Would you like to try something new on your journey towards health and healing? Do you desire to learn more about yourself, identify personal strengths & abilities, and commit to making positive changes, one step at a time? If you believe that change is possible, and are eager to partner with a compassionate, competent professional in the process, please reach out!
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Seascape Therapeutic Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Byfield, MA 01922
A small body of determined spirits fired by an unquenchable faith in their mission can alter the course of history. Mahatma Gandhi. As a clinician, I have 23+ years of experience working with children/adolescents and adults. I help them cope with acute crisis such as suicide, cancer, death of a loved one, sexual assault, domestic violence and bullying. I specialize in crisis, trauma, and traumatic grief-specific to child-loss & bereavement, which often leads to PTSD symptoms/depression/anxiety often decreasing a persons quality of life. My goal is to create a sense of safety, hope and worth in an individuals worldview.
A small body of determined spirits fired by an unquenchable faith in their mission can alter the course of history. Mahatma Gandhi. As a clinician, I have 23+ years of experience working with children/adolescents and adults. I help them cope with acute crisis such as suicide, cancer, death of a loved one, sexual assault, domestic violence and bullying. I specialize in crisis, trauma, and traumatic grief-specific to child-loss & bereavement, which often leads to PTSD symptoms/depression/anxiety often decreasing a persons quality of life. My goal is to create a sense of safety, hope and worth in an individuals worldview.
Awakened Transformation Using Energy Psychology- I am thrilled to provide an alternative approach to the traditional route of therapy! Many of my clients are those who do not want to be put on medication, if they can avoid doing so, as well as wanting to get to the root of their issues rather than putting a band-aid on symptoms. People want to understand WHY. Using mind-body-spirit approaches to the healing journey, I investigate your symptoms using holistic tools & assessment, conversation, and teaching you how to listen to your intuition. Your body is speaking to you, and I will help you learn how to work with it to feel better!
Awakened Transformation Using Energy Psychology- I am thrilled to provide an alternative approach to the traditional route of therapy! Many of my clients are those who do not want to be put on medication, if they can avoid doing so, as well as wanting to get to the root of their issues rather than putting a band-aid on symptoms. People want to understand WHY. Using mind-body-spirit approaches to the healing journey, I investigate your symptoms using holistic tools & assessment, conversation, and teaching you how to listen to your intuition. Your body is speaking to you, and I will help you learn how to work with it to feel better!
I've been in private practice for 34 years. I've had extensive training in both theoretical and didactic psychotherapy. An important part of my training was my own work and research in understanding myself and my marriage and other important relationships. This is why I think I am so confident at being both a couples therapist and an individual therapist. I believe this is primarily an educational process or a re-educational process.
I've been in private practice for 34 years. I've had extensive training in both theoretical and didactic psychotherapy. An important part of my training was my own work and research in understanding myself and my marriage and other important relationships. This is why I think I am so confident at being both a couples therapist and an individual therapist. I believe this is primarily an educational process or a re-educational process.
Life is not easy. Sometimes we find ourselves in circumstances we never anticipated. Sometimes things fall apart. Sometimes we can't see the path ahead and we may feel we've lost our way. Unresolved past traumas or recent traumatic events may rob us of our peace and hope. Relationship issues, depression, anxiety, habits that overtake us, chronic pain and phase of life issues may arise unexpectedly to hinder our progress towards our life goals.
Life is not easy. Sometimes we find ourselves in circumstances we never anticipated. Sometimes things fall apart. Sometimes we can't see the path ahead and we may feel we've lost our way. Unresolved past traumas or recent traumatic events may rob us of our peace and hope. Relationship issues, depression, anxiety, habits that overtake us, chronic pain and phase of life issues may arise unexpectedly to hinder our progress towards our life goals.
Kimberley J Haley
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hamilton, MA 01982 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Many people come to therapy looking for a place where they can be themselves and share their thoughts and feelings openly, without fear of judgement. I have been providing this kind of open and caring therapeutic environment to my clients throughout my career. In my work, I feel it is crucial to get to know my clients and the environment they are living in. I'm passionate about working with those who are interested in having a deeper understanding of how their past and current experiences are impacting them and working together to move forward in a productive and positive way.
Many people come to therapy looking for a place where they can be themselves and share their thoughts and feelings openly, without fear of judgement. I have been providing this kind of open and caring therapeutic environment to my clients throughout my career. In my work, I feel it is crucial to get to know my clients and the environment they are living in. I'm passionate about working with those who are interested in having a deeper understanding of how their past and current experiences are impacting them and working together to move forward in a productive and positive way.
Mental Health and Wellness! Are you struggling with ADHD symptoms; diagnosed, unmanaged, or untreated? Do you know about RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria) and how it relates to ADHD? Do you have depression or trauma related to you relationships or family. Are you using drugs and alcohol to manage anxiety and depression, or trauma? During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Mental Health and Wellness! Are you struggling with ADHD symptoms; diagnosed, unmanaged, or untreated? Do you know about RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria) and how it relates to ADHD? Do you have depression or trauma related to you relationships or family. Are you using drugs and alcohol to manage anxiety and depression, or trauma? During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Telehealth offered - including flexibility to professionals and first responders; Life with mental illness is not easy. So many times, my clients will focus on what is going wrong with their lives, which can cause them to feel self-defeated, empty, and alone. The model of therapy I use offers my clients the skills to look at their lives differently and break out of dysfunctional cycles to achieve an individual state of peace. My toolbox consists of humor, reality, holistic, spirituality, and mindfulness. I also provide counseling services directed towards individuals with maladaptive behaviors and trauma. Now in North Andover, MA
Telehealth offered - including flexibility to professionals and first responders; Life with mental illness is not easy. So many times, my clients will focus on what is going wrong with their lives, which can cause them to feel self-defeated, empty, and alone. The model of therapy I use offers my clients the skills to look at their lives differently and break out of dysfunctional cycles to achieve an individual state of peace. My toolbox consists of humor, reality, holistic, spirituality, and mindfulness. I also provide counseling services directed towards individuals with maladaptive behaviors and trauma. Now in North Andover, MA
Everyone has struggles in their lives, whether they are anticipated struggles such as becoming a parent for the first time or the unanticipated loss of a loved one. Other times, its the build up of one stressor after another that is weighing you down. Let me help you through this difficult time. For those of you who are struggling with a mental diagnosis either for yourself or a loved one. Let's work together so that you can live the best life possible. I truly believe that there is always hope!
Everyone has struggles in their lives, whether they are anticipated struggles such as becoming a parent for the first time or the unanticipated loss of a loved one. Other times, its the build up of one stressor after another that is weighing you down. Let me help you through this difficult time. For those of you who are struggling with a mental diagnosis either for yourself or a loved one. Let's work together so that you can live the best life possible. I truly believe that there is always hope!
Katy MacDonald
Counselor, MA, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Andover, MA 01810
Waitlist for new clients
Owner of Andover Therapy Services, LLC. I offer a strengths-based and trauma informed approach when working with individuals encountering unexpected challenges in fertility and/ or the perinatal period. My treatment comes from cognitive behavioral therapy, though I use DBT and ERP skills in treatment and I am actively working towards a certification in EMDR for the perinatal population.
Owner of Andover Therapy Services, LLC. I offer a strengths-based and trauma informed approach when working with individuals encountering unexpected challenges in fertility and/ or the perinatal period. My treatment comes from cognitive behavioral therapy, though I use DBT and ERP skills in treatment and I am actively working towards a certification in EMDR for the perinatal population.
Evan Kravette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lawrence, MA 01843
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with clients in the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as supporting those who are newly exploring their gender and/or sexual identities. I also enjoy working with clients who are on the Autism Spectrum and clients with visible and invisible disabilities. My other clinical focuses include trauma and working with clients with dissociative disorders.
I am passionate about working with clients in the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as supporting those who are newly exploring their gender and/or sexual identities. I also enjoy working with clients who are on the Autism Spectrum and clients with visible and invisible disabilities. My other clinical focuses include trauma and working with clients with dissociative disorders.
Elizabeth Quigley, LICSW, New Inspiration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Andover, MA 01810 (Online Only)
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
I approach therapy through a psychodynamic lens. I believe in empowering patients to heal, grow, renew their sense of purpose, and foster hope. I create a space to reflect, learn, be challenged, and trust both in our relationship and in yourself. I consider psychotherapy to be a collaborative experience where exploration of past experiences is utilized to instill insight into what is happening in your life now. I work to understand who you are, how and where change may be possible, and what may be getting in the way of you living life the way you wish to. Therapy is a space for us to think together.
I approach therapy through a psychodynamic lens. I believe in empowering patients to heal, grow, renew their sense of purpose, and foster hope. I create a space to reflect, learn, be challenged, and trust both in our relationship and in yourself. I consider psychotherapy to be a collaborative experience where exploration of past experiences is utilized to instill insight into what is happening in your life now. I work to understand who you are, how and where change may be possible, and what may be getting in the way of you living life the way you wish to. Therapy is a space for us to think together.
Meghan van Vliet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newburyport, MA 01950
Waitlist for new clients
“Life imposes things on you that you can’t control, but you still have the choice of how you’re going to live through it.” I specialize in helping clients manage anxiety, stress, depression, parenting, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma and PTSD. I provide a safe, non judgmental and comfortable environment and understand that each person is unique and I operate under the theory that one mode of therapy does not fit all
“Life imposes things on you that you can’t control, but you still have the choice of how you’re going to live through it.” I specialize in helping clients manage anxiety, stress, depression, parenting, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma and PTSD. I provide a safe, non judgmental and comfortable environment and understand that each person is unique and I operate under the theory that one mode of therapy does not fit all
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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.