Domestic Abuse Therapists in Dallas, TX

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Jeremy Cassius
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MEd
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75244
I treat clients that have general mental health issues. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who need help with depression, anxiety, career, anger, and loss. I partner with attorneys and the court system to perform assessments for legal proceedings. I work with personal injury attorneys, family attorneys, and criminal attorneys. I partner with immigration attorneys to perform mental health assessments for clients seeking "extreme psychological hardship", alylum, U-Visa, or VAWA waiver.
I treat clients that have general mental health issues. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who need help with depression, anxiety, career, anger, and loss. I partner with attorneys and the court system to perform assessments for legal proceedings. I work with personal injury attorneys, family attorneys, and criminal attorneys. I partner with immigration attorneys to perform mental health assessments for clients seeking "extreme psychological hardship", alylum, U-Visa, or VAWA waiver.
(214) 516-7435 View (214) 516-7435
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Katherine Crooms - Thrive Integrative Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Anxiety, hopelessness, irritability, distrust, trouble sleeping, lack of motivation, and low self-esteem are all signals that your body is trying to process and cope with something. Your past experiences and present environment shape the way new dynamics, trauma, interpersonal relationships, and loss affect you and this is different for each person. You may notice changes in your thoughts, behaviors, and feelings; perhaps new physical symptoms. Disruptions in connection, contentment, confidence, and peace happen in life. Together, we will identify your body’s signals, and the areas of your life you would like to be different.
Anxiety, hopelessness, irritability, distrust, trouble sleeping, lack of motivation, and low self-esteem are all signals that your body is trying to process and cope with something. Your past experiences and present environment shape the way new dynamics, trauma, interpersonal relationships, and loss affect you and this is different for each person. You may notice changes in your thoughts, behaviors, and feelings; perhaps new physical symptoms. Disruptions in connection, contentment, confidence, and peace happen in life. Together, we will identify your body’s signals, and the areas of your life you would like to be different.
(469) 314-9636 View (469) 314-9636
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Akane Saitoh
Licensed Master Social Worker
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
You may be navigating midlife transitions, healing from domestic abuse, or struggling with self-esteem and self-worth.
I provide a compassionate, culturally sensitive space where we explore patterns, rebuild self-worth, and strengthen emotional resilience. I specialize in midlife transitions, domestic abuse recovery, and self-esteem work. As an Asian therapist fluent in Japanese, I also support clients seeking culturally attuned care in English or Japanese.
You may be navigating midlife transitions, healing from domestic abuse, or struggling with self-esteem and self-worth.
I provide a compassionate, culturally sensitive space where we explore patterns, rebuild self-worth, and strengthen emotional resilience. I specialize in midlife transitions, domestic abuse recovery, and self-esteem work. As an Asian therapist fluent in Japanese, I also support clients seeking culturally attuned care in English or Japanese.
(469) 517-2822 View (469) 517-2822
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Charlotte Weatherford
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
One of my intentions as a therapist is to provide a space that is safe and genuine, where you can feel comfortable enough to seek the growth and healing you are coming to therapy for. We can collaboratively explore your reasons for coming to therapy and identify treatment goals based on such. Whatever it is that you might be struggling with, I will meet you where you are and do my best to help you meet your goals.
One of my intentions as a therapist is to provide a space that is safe and genuine, where you can feel comfortable enough to seek the growth and healing you are coming to therapy for. We can collaboratively explore your reasons for coming to therapy and identify treatment goals based on such. Whatever it is that you might be struggling with, I will meet you where you are and do my best to help you meet your goals.
(469) 529-8626 View (469) 529-8626
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Sophia Jensen
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC- A
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
Her counseling interests include trauma, PTSD symptom reduction, abuse, sexual assault, depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, grief/loss and relational issues.
Sophia understands that experiences of shame, guilt, and trauma can deeply impact one’s sense of meaning, purpose, and identity. Her goal is to help clients process these emotions in a safe and compassionate space—empowering them to heal, grow, and create more fulfilling, well rounded lives.
Her counseling interests include trauma, PTSD symptom reduction, abuse, sexual assault, depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, grief/loss and relational issues.
Sophia understands that experiences of shame, guilt, and trauma can deeply impact one’s sense of meaning, purpose, and identity. Her goal is to help clients process these emotions in a safe and compassionate space—empowering them to heal, grow, and create more fulfilling, well rounded lives.
(469) 727-3853 View (469) 727-3853
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Steffanie Shea Strawbridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75204
A few areas that I specialize in are Attachment issues, Adoption, Kinship Care, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Behavioral Issues in children, and general Trauma.
I believe that everyone needs someone who will give them a safe, non-judgmental place to work through problems or stresses. I see the role of a therapist as someone who dives into the deep end of your emotions/problems and helps guide you on how to swim your way out. I will be there if you start to drown to help keep your head above water, but I will also help you develop the skills to get out of the deep end and know how to navigate it should you end up there again.
A few areas that I specialize in are Attachment issues, Adoption, Kinship Care, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Behavioral Issues in children, and general Trauma.
I believe that everyone needs someone who will give them a safe, non-judgmental place to work through problems or stresses. I see the role of a therapist as someone who dives into the deep end of your emotions/problems and helps guide you on how to swim your way out. I will be there if you start to drown to help keep your head above water, but I will also help you develop the skills to get out of the deep end and know how to navigate it should you end up there again.
(512) 714-3403 View (512) 714-3403
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Dr. Adam D Coffey
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC, CPC
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75204
Are you and your partner struggling to communicate or connect effectively? Would you like to improve the quality of your social network? Are you ready to take the next steps in optimizing your life? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’ve come to the right place. I specialize in helping others assess and build their emotional intelligence so that they can have healthier relationships and better lives. I look forward to hearing from you!
Are you and your partner struggling to communicate or connect effectively? Would you like to improve the quality of your social network? Are you ready to take the next steps in optimizing your life? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’ve come to the right place. I specialize in helping others assess and build their emotional intelligence so that they can have healthier relationships and better lives. I look forward to hearing from you!
(214) 513-3279 View (214) 513-3279
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Dr. Tiffany Crayton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, DARTT, LSATP
Serves Area
I have over 20 years of experience helping adults, teens and families dealing with trauma, self-worth, relationships, narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, and self-identity issues.
I deeply value creating a space that awakens one’s bravery. A space that is free of shame and helps clients discover their true authentic selves. I invite you to show up as you are with your complexities. All the things that make you who you are. If you are ready to do the heartwork I invite you into a counseling space that will see you, acknowledge you, and work with you to be the best version of who you are intended to be on this earth.
I have over 20 years of experience helping adults, teens and families dealing with trauma, self-worth, relationships, narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, and self-identity issues.
I deeply value creating a space that awakens one’s bravery. A space that is free of shame and helps clients discover their true authentic selves. I invite you to show up as you are with your complexities. All the things that make you who you are. If you are ready to do the heartwork I invite you into a counseling space that will see you, acknowledge you, and work with you to be the best version of who you are intended to be on this earth.
(757) 863-4263 View (757) 863-4263
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April Gilchrist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 13 years of clinical experience, and I have worked with various individuals with Anxiety, Depression, Domestic Abuse/ Violence, Trauma, PTSD, and Substance Use.
I am a non-directive therapist that will attempt to meet you where you are. I take pride in being non-judgmental and providing an environment where you feel safe in being your authentic self. I am here to assist you in setting realistic and attainable goals for yourself. We will discuss, set, and review goals routinely throughout the therapy process.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 13 years of clinical experience, and I have worked with various individuals with Anxiety, Depression, Domestic Abuse/ Violence, Trauma, PTSD, and Substance Use.
I am a non-directive therapist that will attempt to meet you where you are. I take pride in being non-judgmental and providing an environment where you feel safe in being your authentic self. I am here to assist you in setting realistic and attainable goals for yourself. We will discuss, set, and review goals routinely throughout the therapy process.
(512) 722-7968 View (512) 722-7968
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Dr. Betsy Caulfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Now offering EMDR Intensives! I believe that regardless of where you've been, what you've done, or where you are now, you inherently have value and worth. My mission is to help you see your inherent worth, and to journey along a path in which we can discover the authentic you. My speciality is young adults who are survivors of trauma including, but not limited to, childhood abuse and neglect and sexual abuse. Ultimately, I believe the relationship between therapist and client is the most important thing, so I work to tailor my approach in a way that is unique and best fits each individual client.
Now offering EMDR Intensives! I believe that regardless of where you've been, what you've done, or where you are now, you inherently have value and worth. My mission is to help you see your inherent worth, and to journey along a path in which we can discover the authentic you. My speciality is young adults who are survivors of trauma including, but not limited to, childhood abuse and neglect and sexual abuse. Ultimately, I believe the relationship between therapist and client is the most important thing, so I work to tailor my approach in a way that is unique and best fits each individual client.
(281) 645-5583 View (281) 645-5583
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Kitty Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Serves Area
I am also a motivational speaker that is passionate about helping battered women heal and overcome their trauma and abuse issues.
All change comes from deepening your understanding of self. Life is a journey to find out who you are and to find true inner peace. For one to truly be able to understand self and make changes you have to go deep within to understand your thought patterns and how you perceive the world. My job is to help you on this journey. You are traveling and with guidance along the way you will find the necessary tools to lead you to emotional, mental, and spiritual growth and well-being. Let's start this journey together.
I am also a motivational speaker that is passionate about helping battered women heal and overcome their trauma and abuse issues.
All change comes from deepening your understanding of self. Life is a journey to find out who you are and to find true inner peace. For one to truly be able to understand self and make changes you have to go deep within to understand your thought patterns and how you perceive the world. My job is to help you on this journey. You are traveling and with guidance along the way you will find the necessary tools to lead you to emotional, mental, and spiritual growth and well-being. Let's start this journey together.
(501) 725-8202 View (501) 725-8202
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Shannon Brehm
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Clients often describe me as compassionate, empathetic, and a genuinely active listener. I bring authenticity and warmth into the therapy room—along with a healthy sprinkle of humor.
Clients often describe me as compassionate, empathetic, and a genuinely active listener. I bring authenticity and warmth into the therapy room—along with a healthy sprinkle of humor.
(682) 281-9591 View (682) 281-9591
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Jess Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75254
I specialize in working with children and adolescents, focusing on the transitions they experience while growing up. Often times, the biggest changes bring the most anxiety and I assist with providing skills to work through that transition in a healthy way. I believe in working closely with the parents as it truly takes a village! Family sessions and individual sessions can help to benefit your child.
I specialize in working with children and adolescents, focusing on the transitions they experience while growing up. Often times, the biggest changes bring the most anxiety and I assist with providing skills to work through that transition in a healthy way. I believe in working closely with the parents as it truly takes a village! Family sessions and individual sessions can help to benefit your child.
(469) 263-1116 View (469) 263-1116
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Sara Mahdavi James
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75214
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, or the lingering effects of emotional abuse, I’m here to help you heal and rediscover your voice.
I specialize in helping adults and teens who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and the lasting impact of emotional or psychological abuse. Narcissistic abuse is one of my core specialties, and I’m passionate about supporting clients as they untangle themselves from toxic relationship patterns and start rebuilding trust in themselves.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, or the lingering effects of emotional abuse, I’m here to help you heal and rediscover your voice.
I specialize in helping adults and teens who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and the lasting impact of emotional or psychological abuse. Narcissistic abuse is one of my core specialties, and I’m passionate about supporting clients as they untangle themselves from toxic relationship patterns and start rebuilding trust in themselves.
(469) 253-7641 View (469) 253-7641
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Dai'Kevia Whitfield
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
Hello there, I'm here because this thing called life didn't come with a handbook and I'm guessing your are here for the same. Life can get dark, ugly, and make you feel like the walls are caving in. My goal is to promote wellness, growth, and a healthy life by challenging negative thought patterns, habits, and discovering underlying trauma. Take the first step by reaching out. I'll take the second step by meeting you in the center. You are not alone; I'm here for the hard stuff.
Hello there, I'm here because this thing called life didn't come with a handbook and I'm guessing your are here for the same. Life can get dark, ugly, and make you feel like the walls are caving in. My goal is to promote wellness, growth, and a healthy life by challenging negative thought patterns, habits, and discovering underlying trauma. Take the first step by reaching out. I'll take the second step by meeting you in the center. You are not alone; I'm here for the hard stuff.
(469) 874-6856 View (469) 874-6856
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Emily Rounds
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Dallas, TX 75204
Together, we’ll explore the deeper drivers behind your behavior and build practical, lasting strategies for change. I help patients learn to manage overwhelming emotions, set healthy boundaries, and reduce stress in ways that feel authentic and sustainable. I am very personable, warm, and empathetic. I use humor (when appropriate) to really engage with my patients. I am very open and honest, encouraging my patients to do the same. I am also a direct communicator. I’m especially attuned to patients who may feel hesitant or anxious about starting therapy.
Together, we’ll explore the deeper drivers behind your behavior and build practical, lasting strategies for change. I help patients learn to manage overwhelming emotions, set healthy boundaries, and reduce stress in ways that feel authentic and sustainable. I am very personable, warm, and empathetic. I use humor (when appropriate) to really engage with my patients. I am very open and honest, encouraging my patients to do the same. I am also a direct communicator. I’m especially attuned to patients who may feel hesitant or anxious about starting therapy.
(972) 348-0194 View (972) 348-0194
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Michelle Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you ever feel like your needs and feelings take a back seat in your relationships — whether it’s with friends, family, a partner, or at work? Maybe you’re the one always giving, taking care of others, or saying yes even when you’re running on empty. You might show up for everyone else, even when you're overwhelmed or drained. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone — and it’s okay to want support for what you're carrying.
Do you ever feel like your needs and feelings take a back seat in your relationships — whether it’s with friends, family, a partner, or at work? Maybe you’re the one always giving, taking care of others, or saying yes even when you’re running on empty. You might show up for everyone else, even when you're overwhelmed or drained. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone — and it’s okay to want support for what you're carrying.
(469) 331-2920 View (469) 331-2920
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Prime Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, NCC, MBA, EMDR
6 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
We are experts at helping you heal from unwanted and unhealthy behaviors. Our team specializes in distinct behaviors and diagnoses that allow us to treat what you are struggling with. Our clients have typically been to multiple treatment centers, therapists, psychologists, hospitals, etc. and none have been able to completely understand. Collaboration is a strong focus to ensure that both you as an individual and your family unit sprint towards a healthy state. We often have calls with psychiatrists, other therapists, recovery coaches, and family members to ensure we fully understand the history and current state.
We are experts at helping you heal from unwanted and unhealthy behaviors. Our team specializes in distinct behaviors and diagnoses that allow us to treat what you are struggling with. Our clients have typically been to multiple treatment centers, therapists, psychologists, hospitals, etc. and none have been able to completely understand. Collaboration is a strong focus to ensure that both you as an individual and your family unit sprint towards a healthy state. We often have calls with psychiatrists, other therapists, recovery coaches, and family members to ensure we fully understand the history and current state.
(469) 824-9847 View (469) 824-9847
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Ashley Kuehne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, RYT
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
What drew me to the counseling field was my passion to advocate for people who have experience trauma (relational, spiritual, physical, sexual, emotional, and more). I take an integrative approach, meeting you wherever you are in the process and tailoring treatment based on my extensive training in trauma modalities. I cherish this process and helping survivors heal. As a mother of two, I have plenty of material to pull from and am equally passionate about working with parents, especially those who are facing parenting transitions and blended families. With support, validation and humor, I can help make parenting fun again.
What drew me to the counseling field was my passion to advocate for people who have experience trauma (relational, spiritual, physical, sexual, emotional, and more). I take an integrative approach, meeting you wherever you are in the process and tailoring treatment based on my extensive training in trauma modalities. I cherish this process and helping survivors heal. As a mother of two, I have plenty of material to pull from and am equally passionate about working with parents, especially those who are facing parenting transitions and blended families. With support, validation and humor, I can help make parenting fun again.
(972) 665-6339 View (972) 665-6339
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David Hanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, CSAT, EMDR, SE
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75230
I address issues of sexual abuse and addiction, partners of infidelity or sex addicts trauma, substance abuse, developmental immaturity, divorce, and failure to launch young men.
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I can promise you that I am as real as it gets! I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways. Simply put, I don't believe therapy has to always be a painful thing. Calling a therapist can be intimidating, but I hope you will take a moment (and maybe a deep breath) to call and see how I can help.
I address issues of sexual abuse and addiction, partners of infidelity or sex addicts trauma, substance abuse, developmental immaturity, divorce, and failure to launch young men.
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I can promise you that I am as real as it gets! I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways. Simply put, I don't believe therapy has to always be a painful thing. Calling a therapist can be intimidating, but I hope you will take a moment (and maybe a deep breath) to call and see how I can help.
(469) 300-5247 View (469) 300-5247

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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.

When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.

What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.

How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.