Sexual Abuse Therapists in Dallas, TX

Hello! I am Deena Harbaugh. My practice focuses on adults struggling with the aftereffects of incest/ sexual abuse , domestic violence, depression, anxiety, trauma, family of origin issues, divorce, marriage conflict, and LGBTQ issues.

My primary focus is trauma survivors. I have experience with survivors of domestic violence, sexual and physical assault , and traumatic grief (i.e. individuals who have lost loved ones to homicide, suicide, or sudden deaths). I also work with clients experiencing major life transitions and issues with self-esteem. I work primarily with adults from all backgrounds.

Hello! I provide high-quality care to children, teens, and adults. I strive to help my clients to realize options, to determine satisfying solutions, and to create a plan for obtaining the kind of life they desire. I prefer to use approaches that incorporate somatic (body)- awareness, such as EMDR in order to target the entire nervous system. I enjoy helping people navigate life's transitions that accompany adolescence, young adulthood, career changes, marriage, and parenting. I was a psychology professor earlier in my career and so I often use education and coaching as a part of my therapy protocol.

You deserve an expansive and liberated life. Many of my clients are exploring what it means to be their most authentic self, and how to deal with the barriers that stand in their way. They're looking for a place to be seen and understood, and to be able to let down their guard. I see clients who are navigating identity, sexuality, and belonging; those with trauma histories, anxiety, and depression, looking for relief and a deeper healing that takes them to a place of ease and fulfillment. They may have tried other solutions, but feel stuck and eager for a lasting and meaningful change.

I perform evaluations and expert testimony for the courts in criminal law, family law, civil law, immigration law and military justice. My specialities include sexual abuse , child witnesses, violent behavior, and mitigation at sentencing.

MIVentura Counseling is a place where you will be provided with the right supportive environment to assist you and help you to freely explore your initial concerns. I am here to serve you and help you discover your inner strengths and resources, and stay focused on your goals. By providing you with the necessary counseling skills, tools, and techniques you will be able to develop your own strategies, and thus achieve your goals. Which are based on your unique needs, and these, in turn, can empower you during the healing process and can lead you to create an equilibrium in your life.

I treat sexual abuse /trauma recovery, codependence recovery, and helping clients find satisfaction, joy, and a general feeling of contentment. Using various techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, sand tray therapy, and talk therapy; my clients feel a difference within one month. Most of my clients are finished and satisfied with their goals in therapy within 3-9 months. I am trained in Family Therapy, therefore, I use these techniques to explore family of origin issues.

My practice is almost entirely forensic, i.e. court/litigation related, civil and criminal. My main specialty is evaluating and treating individuals accused of sexual abuse or sexual offenses, child abuse, domestic violence. Some allegations are false, others are true. I find it very rewarding to turn around false allegations. My secondary specialty is consulting on child custody evaluations, or performing them if a private custody evaluation or social study is needed. I also provide domestic violence evaluations and counseling for family, immigration, CPS and criminal cases.

You deserve respect for your resilience, and I would be honored to support your growth. My passion is facilitating healing and hope from painful experiences including abuse/ assault , unhealthy relationships, infertility/pregnancy loss and other hardships. After surviving these experiences you may feel stuck in pain, grief, guilt, anger, fear, and shame. Anxiety, depression, and PTSD can develop when you are overwhelmed, feel isolated by your experiences and have limited support. In a safe and accepting space your story can be heard, your worth honored, and your strength rebuilt so you can move forward in a fulfilling way.

CORONA VIRUS UPDATE: 1st, These are hard, stressful times! I’m sooo sorry we’re all going through this. I am seeing clients in person & via teletherapy. Unfortunately I do not take insurance but I’ve lowered my rate to $85 an hour to try and make therapy as affordable as possible. I’ve been in practice 15 years and have opened my service area thanks to Google Duo & Facetime. I became a therapist after doing my own work over 2 decades ago and yes, I still do my own work with a therapist. It wasn’t easy but it was definitely the best thing I’ve ever done for myself, my family & my friends. I hope I can help you.

I specialize in addictions (both adult and adolescent) and parent child relationships with teenagers. I work with young adults in helping them transition from high school to college to adult life. I have also had a great deal of experience working with victims of sexual abuse (both adult and adolescent). I believe in helping people define what they want and help them figure out a plan to work towards that goal.

Have you been holding back on therapy because you worry it will be boring or filled with a whole bunch of advice you don't want? Don't worry! Therapy doesn't have to be like that. In fact, I believe effective therapy should feel engaging and light-hearted. Don't get me wrong - therapy is hard work, especially when you have something traumatic to unpack. Together, we'll sort through those issues and work toward the healing you deserve while leaving space for creativity and playfulness along the way. We'll also be able to do so much great work all from the comfort and security of your home, which is why I love video therapy.

Counseling is a space where you don’t have to pretend everything is okay or hide what you’re going through. You do that enough in other areas of your life. You do not have to repeat those patterns here. In counseling, all parts of you are welcome and all the things you have gone through can be talked about. My goal is to work together to reclaim your life through talk and connection by affirming your needs, identity and beliefs while urging you to make informed decisions about therapy.

Everyone deserves to become the person they want to be and experience life to its fullest. Amidst the chaos or trauma that life throws your way, reaching out for help can be difficult yet it shows courage and determination. You are not alone as everyone faces obstacles in life that can prove to be overpowering and frustrating. Many times these challenges arise due to unmet needs and unfinished business. I work with young children and adolescents using my expertise from a 15+yrs career in education. In addition, I work with adults, couples and families that struggle with a variety of trials and trauma.

Are you suffering? Want Changes? Need help parenting? Is your child suffering from ADHD, Biploar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety? I can help. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor- Supervisor. I am a Registered Play Therapist- Supervisor. For a decade, I have worked in the following areas: crisis counseling, inpatient psychiatric counseling, agency counseling, and private practice. My formal education has prepared me to counsel: children, adolescents, adults. I enjoy working with clients who have suffered emotional disturbances, trauma, abuse, and mental disorders. My passion is to use various techniques, activities, and modalities to best allow you to express your inner world.

My clients have typically been told messages about themselves, their world, and their place in it. This may come from family, partners, institutions, or ourselves. Even knowing it isn't "logically" true sometimes isn't enough. These messages compel us to old ways of coping that are self-defeating, limiting, and harmful. No one should be put in such a bind, and my passion is in helping individuals overcome these challenges. I am LGBTQ-affirming, ENM/kink-informed, and social justice oriented. I affirm Black Lives Matter, Abortion is Healthcare, and Science is Real.

Life is too short to live in pain, fear or without joy. I love to help clients resolve issues, improve relationships and find the joy in their life. If you are ready to work to discover why you keep repeating the same problems or situations or you struggle with feeling down or anxious, then I am ready to help you find solutions.