Sexual Abuse Therapists in Peapack, NJ
Mary E Huber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Peapack, NJ 07977
It is my passion to provide compassionate support and expertise to help you navigate and grow through life's challenges. I work with a broad array of issues, such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, and eating disorders. I strive to cultivate a strong therapeutic alliance, empowering you to discover your strengths and to facilitate lasting change. I provide a supportive and compassionate environment where you can explore your concerns, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies. I value your uniqueness and strive to develop a deep understanding of your experience, values, and aspirations.
It is my passion to provide compassionate support and expertise to help you navigate and grow through life's challenges. I work with a broad array of issues, such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, and eating disorders. I strive to cultivate a strong therapeutic alliance, empowering you to discover your strengths and to facilitate lasting change. I provide a supportive and compassionate environment where you can explore your concerns, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies. I value your uniqueness and strive to develop a deep understanding of your experience, values, and aspirations.
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Denise Rue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerville, NJ 08876
My specialties include complex trauma and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Welcome. I believe it is a great privilege and responsibility to accompany someone on their healing journey. My approach to therapy begins with a firm belief in the inherent dignity of the individual. You aren’t damaged, nor do you need to be fixed. All symptoms—negative thinking, addictions, unhealthy coping strategies—develop to help you survive. Habitual ways of being, therefore, need to be seen through a lens of compassion and curiosity. I strive to create an atmosphere of respect and trust in which clients can safely explore their background, relationships, and inner workings of the mind, to help alleviate their suffering.
My specialties include complex trauma and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Welcome. I believe it is a great privilege and responsibility to accompany someone on their healing journey. My approach to therapy begins with a firm belief in the inherent dignity of the individual. You aren’t damaged, nor do you need to be fixed. All symptoms—negative thinking, addictions, unhealthy coping strategies—develop to help you survive. Habitual ways of being, therefore, need to be seen through a lens of compassion and curiosity. I strive to create an atmosphere of respect and trust in which clients can safely explore their background, relationships, and inner workings of the mind, to help alleviate their suffering.
NJ Center for Sex Therapy
PhD, DHS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chester, NJ 07930
In this highly specialized field of sex therapy, our certified and credentialed professionals with many years of combined experience provide treatment for sexual dysfunction, impulsive and compulsive sexual behaviors, survivors of trauma and sexual abuse, intimacy issues.
Sexuality is an important part of people's lives. When there is a sexual challenge or difficulty, it often spills over into other aspects of our lives. Ignoring it or trying to figure it out on our own is rarely effective. The professionals at The New Jersey Center for Sex Therapy are here to offer solutions. Our caring and compassionate professionals are ready to help you and to support your search for answers. We offer the key skills which you can acquire in order to attain confidence and gain insight into your sexual issues.
In this highly specialized field of sex therapy, our certified and credentialed professionals with many years of combined experience provide treatment for sexual dysfunction, impulsive and compulsive sexual behaviors, survivors of trauma and sexual abuse, intimacy issues.
Sexuality is an important part of people's lives. When there is a sexual challenge or difficulty, it often spills over into other aspects of our lives. Ignoring it or trying to figure it out on our own is rarely effective. The professionals at The New Jersey Center for Sex Therapy are here to offer solutions. Our caring and compassionate professionals are ready to help you and to support your search for answers. We offer the key skills which you can acquire in order to attain confidence and gain insight into your sexual issues.
Dr. Ana Diaz Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
Waitlist for new clients
I am a NJ Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctoral Degree in Social Work. For the last decade I have worked with youth, adults, and families healing from trauma and PTSD. I specialize in working with individuals who have been impacted by child sexual abuse, sexual violence, and domestic violence as well as those coping with grief and loss, anxiety, and depression.
I am a NJ Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctoral Degree in Social Work. For the last decade I have worked with youth, adults, and families healing from trauma and PTSD. I specialize in working with individuals who have been impacted by child sexual abuse, sexual violence, and domestic violence as well as those coping with grief and loss, anxiety, and depression.
Growth & Empowerment
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Trauma is different for every person from sexual abuse to losing a loved one to being yelled at as a young child.
"Life moves pretty fast, if you don't stop and look around once in a while you could miss it"- This is one of my favorite quotes from the movie Ferris Bueller's Day off because it is so true. Things happen to us throughout our lifetime that make us feel stuck, worthless, guilty, shamed, and like we are never enough. These ideas about ourselves dictate the way we learn, how we do in school and work, and how we love and connect to others. When someone has experienced trauma, these thoughts and feelings can be even more extreme which can cause significant distress. Growth and Empowerment is accepting new clients!
Trauma is different for every person from sexual abuse to losing a loved one to being yelled at as a young child.
"Life moves pretty fast, if you don't stop and look around once in a while you could miss it"- This is one of my favorite quotes from the movie Ferris Bueller's Day off because it is so true. Things happen to us throughout our lifetime that make us feel stuck, worthless, guilty, shamed, and like we are never enough. These ideas about ourselves dictate the way we learn, how we do in school and work, and how we love and connect to others. When someone has experienced trauma, these thoughts and feelings can be even more extreme which can cause significant distress. Growth and Empowerment is accepting new clients!
Rich Weiner
Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
I’ve worked with adults individually and as couples to address common struggles including depression, anxiety, marital difficulties, family issues, divorce, death, drug/alcohol abuse, emotional, physical and sexual abuse, gender identity, sexuality and sexual problems.
The hardest part about getting support is getting started! I will provide you with a comfortable and non-judgmental space. You will be heard and supported. You will gain confidence and skills to deal with difficult feelings, situations and people who may be obstacles to your greater happiness. The greatest change happens when people are empowered to make changes in their own life. I help people find their inner strength and inner wisdom to see their challenges more clearly so they can change their lives for the better.
I’ve worked with adults individually and as couples to address common struggles including depression, anxiety, marital difficulties, family issues, divorce, death, drug/alcohol abuse, emotional, physical and sexual abuse, gender identity, sexuality and sexual problems.
The hardest part about getting support is getting started! I will provide you with a comfortable and non-judgmental space. You will be heard and supported. You will gain confidence and skills to deal with difficult feelings, situations and people who may be obstacles to your greater happiness. The greatest change happens when people are empowered to make changes in their own life. I help people find their inner strength and inner wisdom to see their challenges more clearly so they can change their lives for the better.
Jeffrey A Steigman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mendham, NJ 07945
I also have extensive experience working with children who have experienced various forms of trauma (neglect, physical and sexual abuse, emotional abuse).
I am a licensed clinical social worker with close to 15 years of experience providing mental health services. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of mental health and behavioral issues. I am skilled at providing services to individuals, couples, siblings or the family as a whole. My approach is to develop a strong collaboration with my clients where we work together as a team to accomplish treatment goals and improve one's quality of life.
I also have extensive experience working with children who have experienced various forms of trauma (neglect, physical and sexual abuse, emotional abuse).
I am a licensed clinical social worker with close to 15 years of experience providing mental health services. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of mental health and behavioral issues. I am skilled at providing services to individuals, couples, siblings or the family as a whole. My approach is to develop a strong collaboration with my clients where we work together as a team to accomplish treatment goals and improve one's quality of life.
Elizabeth Arboleda
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
As a Therapist and Life Coach, I understand how difficult and intimidating it can be to reach out for help. However, I can assure you that my compassionate and emphatic approach will help you find the strength to move through this process whether it is healing or focusing on creating your future. It is my goal to create a partnership with you where we together can maximize your potential and growth. I like to collaborate with you in this journey and adapt to suit your needs. My priority is to develop a safe and trusting environment, where we can build a healthy relationship and work together towards your goals.
As a Therapist and Life Coach, I understand how difficult and intimidating it can be to reach out for help. However, I can assure you that my compassionate and emphatic approach will help you find the strength to move through this process whether it is healing or focusing on creating your future. It is my goal to create a partnership with you where we together can maximize your potential and growth. I like to collaborate with you in this journey and adapt to suit your needs. My priority is to develop a safe and trusting environment, where we can build a healthy relationship and work together towards your goals.
Denise Lang-Grant
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Life is hard and trauma of all kinds can wear down the strongest of us! But it is the strong who actually ask for help to deal with the challenges that life today throws at us. As a Cognitive-Behavioral therapist who practices from the Strengths Perspective, I work with my clients to identify those thoughts, behaviors and situations that might be holding them back, and implement a plan that will meet their goals. My goal is not to keep anyone in therapy for the rest of their lives, but rather to utilize therapy to overcome their challenges and achieve the inner peace they deserve.
Life is hard and trauma of all kinds can wear down the strongest of us! But it is the strong who actually ask for help to deal with the challenges that life today throws at us. As a Cognitive-Behavioral therapist who practices from the Strengths Perspective, I work with my clients to identify those thoughts, behaviors and situations that might be holding them back, and implement a plan that will meet their goals. My goal is not to keep anyone in therapy for the rest of their lives, but rather to utilize therapy to overcome their challenges and achieve the inner peace they deserve.
Lisa Weiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Branchburg, NJ 08876
Has your once energetic and happy child moved into a state of anxiety or sadness? It’s painful watching your child struggle. Of course you want to help them, but you’re not quite sure how. You may have noticed them being more clingy, throwing more tantrums, or having trouble sleeping. These changes in your child seem to be worsening and now it’s reached a point where you may need additional help. Conflicting parenting advice from others leaves you feeling at a loss. While this feels overwhelming and draining for both you and your child, know that change is possible.
Has your once energetic and happy child moved into a state of anxiety or sadness? It’s painful watching your child struggle. Of course you want to help them, but you’re not quite sure how. You may have noticed them being more clingy, throwing more tantrums, or having trouble sleeping. These changes in your child seem to be worsening and now it’s reached a point where you may need additional help. Conflicting parenting advice from others leaves you feeling at a loss. While this feels overwhelming and draining for both you and your child, know that change is possible.
Irene Colucci Lebbad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Warren, NJ 07059
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a private psychotherapy practice in Watchung NJ. I provide therapy to adolescents and adults in a safe and supportive environment so they can make healthier life choices. In our collaborative journey together, I see each client with unconditional positive regard and a non-judgmental attitude. My style is conversational and interactive. I am a change agent trained to help you explore what steps to take toward living in greater harmony and internal balance. I do not impose my values on others, but empower you to seek your own highest truth.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a private psychotherapy practice in Watchung NJ. I provide therapy to adolescents and adults in a safe and supportive environment so they can make healthier life choices. In our collaborative journey together, I see each client with unconditional positive regard and a non-judgmental attitude. My style is conversational and interactive. I am a change agent trained to help you explore what steps to take toward living in greater harmony and internal balance. I do not impose my values on others, but empower you to seek your own highest truth.
Rev. Carrie May Price-Knospe
Pastoral Counselor, MA, Lic, Clinic, Pastor, Counsel
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warren, NJ 07059
Everyone needs a good counselor to process through their world. I dedicate myself in helping individuals, children and marriages improve their lives in ways that truly work. My own life struggles lead me to be a genuinely caring therapist who loves to see people set free and living their best life! Imagine better communication, thinking and freedom from strongholds that have been burdening you down? I am a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor, licensed by the NCCA since 2009 in many different venues from in home crisis centered therapy, running a house for the state of NJ for adolescents and now my own private practice.
Everyone needs a good counselor to process through their world. I dedicate myself in helping individuals, children and marriages improve their lives in ways that truly work. My own life struggles lead me to be a genuinely caring therapist who loves to see people set free and living their best life! Imagine better communication, thinking and freedom from strongholds that have been burdening you down? I am a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor, licensed by the NCCA since 2009 in many different venues from in home crisis centered therapy, running a house for the state of NJ for adolescents and now my own private practice.
Leigh Kolodny-Kraft
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, CSAT-S, CCTP, CCGC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bernardsville, NJ 07924
As a solution focused Addictions and Trauma Therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that you want to celebrate. While we can't change situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve life challenges. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to my client's individual needs to attain the personal growth they are striving for. I recognize that for many change feels unattainable. However, In a nonjudgmental environment I can help you develop the confidence and skills to carry out change in a non-threatening way.
As a solution focused Addictions and Trauma Therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that you want to celebrate. While we can't change situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve life challenges. I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to my client's individual needs to attain the personal growth they are striving for. I recognize that for many change feels unattainable. However, In a nonjudgmental environment I can help you develop the confidence and skills to carry out change in a non-threatening way.
Lori J Sonenblum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Raritan, NJ 08869 (Online Only)
My approach is client centered, strengths based and trauma informed. I specialize in trauma treatment. The impact of trauma and mental illness on men is rarely a social conversation. Needless to say men are likely to go for decades without seeking help and suffer in silence. This is where I bring years of experience working with men struggling with trauma. I also have worked with women's issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, and specialized in addictions for over a decade. Perhaps you are experiencing depression amidst caring for a loved one who is struggling with a addiction, mental illness or co-occurring issues.
My approach is client centered, strengths based and trauma informed. I specialize in trauma treatment. The impact of trauma and mental illness on men is rarely a social conversation. Needless to say men are likely to go for decades without seeking help and suffer in silence. This is where I bring years of experience working with men struggling with trauma. I also have worked with women's issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, and specialized in addictions for over a decade. Perhaps you are experiencing depression amidst caring for a loved one who is struggling with a addiction, mental illness or co-occurring issues.
Jessica L Larsen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bernardsville, NJ 07924
If you are struggling with anxiety, sadness, grief, excessive worry, obsessional thinking? Do you feel your challenges are overwhelming? Do you wish you could just enjoy your life again? I work with clients with a range of troubles and challenges to overcome their difficulties and reclaim their lives. I am specialized to work with both adults and children using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). CBT is a science based approach, which means it is proven to help you feel better and get on with living your life. I am a warm, personable, humorous, compassionate psychologist here to support you through your most difficult of times.
If you are struggling with anxiety, sadness, grief, excessive worry, obsessional thinking? Do you feel your challenges are overwhelming? Do you wish you could just enjoy your life again? I work with clients with a range of troubles and challenges to overcome their difficulties and reclaim their lives. I am specialized to work with both adults and children using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). CBT is a science based approach, which means it is proven to help you feel better and get on with living your life. I am a warm, personable, humorous, compassionate psychologist here to support you through your most difficult of times.
E. Katherine Omoifo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Warren, NJ 07059
Welcome! I am a Licensed Counselor with experience working with child, adolescent and adult populations. As a counseling professional, I love helping people learn more about themselves, develop insights and reach their goals. Sometimes, we may feel stuck or boxed in due to life challenges or situations. However, it is important for me to foster the belief that we can move beyond our current situations and challenges. I strongly believe that with support, we can all grow and live a healthier & more fulfilling life.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Counselor with experience working with child, adolescent and adult populations. As a counseling professional, I love helping people learn more about themselves, develop insights and reach their goals. Sometimes, we may feel stuck or boxed in due to life challenges or situations. However, it is important for me to foster the belief that we can move beyond our current situations and challenges. I strongly believe that with support, we can all grow and live a healthier & more fulfilling life.
Amy Rivituso
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerville, NJ 08876 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with relationship issues, self-esteem, anxiety and trauma. I specialize in working with adult survivors of childhood trauma, PTSD, and complex trauma. My ideal client is someone who is ready to gain insight into their experiences, and to work towards personal growth. I will help you feel empowered, and more fulfilled.
I enjoy working with relationship issues, self-esteem, anxiety and trauma. I specialize in working with adult survivors of childhood trauma, PTSD, and complex trauma. My ideal client is someone who is ready to gain insight into their experiences, and to work towards personal growth. I will help you feel empowered, and more fulfilled.
Christine Cantner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
I am a licensed clinical psychologist experienced in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety, depression, and related mood disorders throughout the lifespan. I use a warm, collaborative evidence-based approach to treatment. I am a compassionate and insightful clinician with an abiding commitment to improving the emotional health of individuals and their families. With a particular dedication to marginalized groups, I support transgender and gender nonconforming individuals through medical, legal and social transitions.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist experienced in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety, depression, and related mood disorders throughout the lifespan. I use a warm, collaborative evidence-based approach to treatment. I am a compassionate and insightful clinician with an abiding commitment to improving the emotional health of individuals and their families. With a particular dedication to marginalized groups, I support transgender and gender nonconforming individuals through medical, legal and social transitions.
Ruth Goldsmith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, (EMDR, EFcT, KAP)
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Hi! Are you tired of being stuck in a rut or can’t get out of your own way? Do you want deeper connnections with others and with yourself? Is your inner critic interfering with enjoying life? Do you want to resolve past traumas and painful memories? Are you craving more sexual intimacy and/or understanding of your sexual self? I will work compassionately and collaboratively with you to heal and develop different patterns and ways of thinking. I will listen carefully to your story and provide your space to increase your awareness, get in touch with your emotions and provide you practical strategies for change.
Hi! Are you tired of being stuck in a rut or can’t get out of your own way? Do you want deeper connnections with others and with yourself? Is your inner critic interfering with enjoying life? Do you want to resolve past traumas and painful memories? Are you craving more sexual intimacy and/or understanding of your sexual self? I will work compassionately and collaboratively with you to heal and develop different patterns and ways of thinking. I will listen carefully to your story and provide your space to increase your awareness, get in touch with your emotions and provide you practical strategies for change.
Amy Lyn Clarkson
Art Therapist, MT-BC, CP, PAT, LCAT
Verified Verified
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
As a music therapist and psychodramatist, I support and foster my clients' innate spontaneity and creativity, which are powerful resources for growth, change, and healing. In my 20 years of clinical work, I have extensive experience helping children, teens, and adults who are coping with difficult family situations, children and teens who have experienced trauma, and children and teens with autism spectrum disorder or other neurodevelopmental disabilities. My practice also includes work with adults who are seeking to develop new alternatives for living, wanting to break free from old, unhealthy patterns that are no longer helpful.
As a music therapist and psychodramatist, I support and foster my clients' innate spontaneity and creativity, which are powerful resources for growth, change, and healing. In my 20 years of clinical work, I have extensive experience helping children, teens, and adults who are coping with difficult family situations, children and teens who have experienced trauma, and children and teens with autism spectrum disorder or other neurodevelopmental disabilities. My practice also includes work with adults who are seeking to develop new alternatives for living, wanting to break free from old, unhealthy patterns that are no longer helpful.
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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.