Sexual Abuse Therapists in Russell County, VA
Kristian Delaney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
If you have ever asked yourself "why do I do this," or "why do I feel this way," I want you to know those are valid questions and the answers are not out of reach. I believe that you deserve the best version of yourself that you can have and that includes working through past trauma/experiences, anxiety, self-esteem, and other concerns. I have dedicated myself to help clients understand themselves more, help process and heal through, and assist in the journey of life. I believe you deserve to live life fully the way you want to, as who you are, and I use my expertise to support you wherever you are in the process.
If you have ever asked yourself "why do I do this," or "why do I feel this way," I want you to know those are valid questions and the answers are not out of reach. I believe that you deserve the best version of yourself that you can have and that includes working through past trauma/experiences, anxiety, self-esteem, and other concerns. I have dedicated myself to help clients understand themselves more, help process and heal through, and assist in the journey of life. I believe you deserve to live life fully the way you want to, as who you are, and I use my expertise to support you wherever you are in the process.
Online Therapists
My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I create a safe space for you to work through trauma, OCD, anxiety and depression. This is a judgment free zone. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan that supports you in reaching your goals. .
My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I create a safe space for you to work through trauma, OCD, anxiety and depression. This is a judgment free zone. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan that supports you in reaching your goals. .
Do you feel like life is unfolding as you envision, or are circumstances dictating your path? Your sense of autonomy is important . Your story is important. Life presents a mix of beauty and adversity, and therapy offers a neutral space to navigate challenges. If you're feeling stagnant, I encourage you to reach out. With experience in supporting clients coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, life transitions, domestic violence, and natural disaster survivors, as well as military personnel, I'm equipped to provide guidance. Telehealth services are available following an assessment for fit.
Do you feel like life is unfolding as you envision, or are circumstances dictating your path? Your sense of autonomy is important . Your story is important. Life presents a mix of beauty and adversity, and therapy offers a neutral space to navigate challenges. If you're feeling stagnant, I encourage you to reach out. With experience in supporting clients coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, life transitions, domestic violence, and natural disaster survivors, as well as military personnel, I'm equipped to provide guidance. Telehealth services are available following an assessment for fit.
You’re holding it together for everyone else — but inside you feel exhausted, anxious,
overwhelmed, or stuck. Many high-functioning adults quietly carry trauma, grief, depression, and
chronic stress while continuing to work, care for family, and meet expectations. Over time, that
emotional weight becomes too heavy to carry alone. Therapy can be a place where you finally
exhale, process what hurts, and begin to feel like yourself again.
Many of my clients are successful, responsible people who feel overwhelmed behind the scenes due to coping with unresolved trauma, complicated grief, relationship stress, or burnout.
You’re holding it together for everyone else — but inside you feel exhausted, anxious,
overwhelmed, or stuck. Many high-functioning adults quietly carry trauma, grief, depression, and
chronic stress while continuing to work, care for family, and meet expectations. Over time, that
emotional weight becomes too heavy to carry alone. Therapy can be a place where you finally
exhale, process what hurts, and begin to feel like yourself again.
Many of my clients are successful, responsible people who feel overwhelmed behind the scenes due to coping with unresolved trauma, complicated grief, relationship stress, or burnout.
Laura Pritchard-Compton
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, MSW
2 Endorsed
Abingdon, VA 24210
Waitlist for new clients
I desire to be with you in your aching dilemmas ultimately inviting you to a space of freedom, hope and expansive love. I believe that every person is equipped with the inner wisdom and strength to heal themselves, I merely have the honor of being with you as you find (again or for the first time) your inner wisdom and strength to become your truest self. My therapeutic approach includes person-centered, solution-focused, and strengths-based therapy, with a particular emphasis on mindfulness. Through calm observation and awareness, I strive to cultivate a therapeutic space that is inclusive, curious, compassionate and healing.
I desire to be with you in your aching dilemmas ultimately inviting you to a space of freedom, hope and expansive love. I believe that every person is equipped with the inner wisdom and strength to heal themselves, I merely have the honor of being with you as you find (again or for the first time) your inner wisdom and strength to become your truest self. My therapeutic approach includes person-centered, solution-focused, and strengths-based therapy, with a particular emphasis on mindfulness. Through calm observation and awareness, I strive to cultivate a therapeutic space that is inclusive, curious, compassionate and healing.
9.5 Times Faster than EMDR, Scarlett Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Something happened — recently or years ago — and you haven't felt like yourself since.
I work with trauma survivors, first responders, veterans, and professionals navigating the aftermath of a critical incident or single event that shifted everything. I also work with clinicians, executives, and high-performers who are noticing that something at work has changed — a case that got under their skin, a moment they can't stop replaying, a loss of the confidence they used to take for granted.
Something happened — recently or years ago — and you haven't felt like yourself since.
I work with trauma survivors, first responders, veterans, and professionals navigating the aftermath of a critical incident or single event that shifted everything. I also work with clinicians, executives, and high-performers who are noticing that something at work has changed — a case that got under their skin, a moment they can't stop replaying, a loss of the confidence they used to take for granted.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not like yourself? Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, past trauma, depression, or life transitions, you're not alone—and healing is possible. I specialize in working with adults, children and teens to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and begin to move forward with confidence and purpose.
As a licensed therapist, professor, and community mental health advocate, I bring over a decade of experience helping individuals navigate life’s most difficult moments.
I offer in-person and virtual sessions to meet you where you are.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not like yourself? Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, past trauma, depression, or life transitions, you're not alone—and healing is possible. I specialize in working with adults, children and teens to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your challenges, gain clarity, and begin to move forward with confidence and purpose.
As a licensed therapist, professor, and community mental health advocate, I bring over a decade of experience helping individuals navigate life’s most difficult moments.
I offer in-person and virtual sessions to meet you where you are.
Offices in Abingdon, Christiansburg, and Galax. Accepting new clients. Everyone has their own definition of healthy, however, healthy is not a destination. Healthy is a practice, much like mindfulness is a practice. Small, daily healthy tasks or habits can lead to powerful changes in someone's life. Small, but powerful, changes look different for everyone. At Body and Mindfully Healthy, we offer a variety of treatment options for depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, substance use disorders, and more. This is a group practice, which means that you will be offered an appointment with an available clinician as soon as possible.
Offices in Abingdon, Christiansburg, and Galax. Accepting new clients. Everyone has their own definition of healthy, however, healthy is not a destination. Healthy is a practice, much like mindfulness is a practice. Small, daily healthy tasks or habits can lead to powerful changes in someone's life. Small, but powerful, changes look different for everyone. At Body and Mindfully Healthy, we offer a variety of treatment options for depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, substance use disorders, and more. This is a group practice, which means that you will be offered an appointment with an available clinician as soon as possible.
Big Oak Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC, RYT200
1 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24061
New to therapy? Or maybe you’ve been at it a while but aren’t seeing the progress you hoped for? At Big Oak Wellness, we blend science-backed therapy with mind-body healing in one space. We guide clients through life transitions like new parenthood, relationship shifts, or resurfacing childhood wounds. Our trauma-informed approach helps you reconnect with your body, your story, and your inner resilience. We have three therapists available, with flexible evening and weekend appointments. We also offer free 15-minute virtual consultations, so you can see if we’re the right fit—because the right therapist makes all the difference.
New to therapy? Or maybe you’ve been at it a while but aren’t seeing the progress you hoped for? At Big Oak Wellness, we blend science-backed therapy with mind-body healing in one space. We guide clients through life transitions like new parenthood, relationship shifts, or resurfacing childhood wounds. Our trauma-informed approach helps you reconnect with your body, your story, and your inner resilience. We have three therapists available, with flexible evening and weekend appointments. We also offer free 15-minute virtual consultations, so you can see if we’re the right fit—because the right therapist makes all the difference.
Sherry L. Shuler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, AFCC, ACA, VCA
2 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24073
Waitlist for new clients
Sherry L. Shuler is a licensed therapist who prioritizes understanding your individual situation and who works to tailor treatment to address your specific needs while maintaining a welcoming, and comfortable atmosphere. Sherry is committed to providing clients with the highest quality care regardless of economic status, religion, race, ethnicity, lifestyle preferences or cultural differences.
Sherry L. Shuler is a licensed therapist who prioritizes understanding your individual situation and who works to tailor treatment to address your specific needs while maintaining a welcoming, and comfortable atmosphere. Sherry is committed to providing clients with the highest quality care regardless of economic status, religion, race, ethnicity, lifestyle preferences or cultural differences.
My ideal client will allow me to help him or her to grow and to heal. This requires the client believe in the possibility of trust, hope, and change. The ideal client is honest and willing to take some risk. Just coming to a counselor is a big risk!
My ideal client will allow me to help him or her to grow and to heal. This requires the client believe in the possibility of trust, hope, and change. The ideal client is honest and willing to take some risk. Just coming to a counselor is a big risk!
Sometimes we just need to feel heard, validated in our feelings and supported in our decisions while other times we need to be challenged in our thoughts, feelings, and actions. I have worked with clients and patients that have needed both of those just at different times in their treatment.
Sometimes we just need to feel heard, validated in our feelings and supported in our decisions while other times we need to be challenged in our thoughts, feelings, and actions. I have worked with clients and patients that have needed both of those just at different times in their treatment.
Healing from attachment wounds and early life trauma can feel overwhelming. If you struggle with self-doubt, shame, or a sense of not being enough, you are not alone. Even taking a moment to read this is a meaningful step. You can move toward feeling more connected, accepted, and at peace with yourself. Simply know you don’t have to do it alone.
You might feel stuck or unsure where to turn. Maybe you’re craving relief, clarity, or just a place to slow down and be seen. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, reconnect with yourself, and start finding the balance and understanding you’ve been looking for.
Healing from attachment wounds and early life trauma can feel overwhelming. If you struggle with self-doubt, shame, or a sense of not being enough, you are not alone. Even taking a moment to read this is a meaningful step. You can move toward feeling more connected, accepted, and at peace with yourself. Simply know you don’t have to do it alone.
You might feel stuck or unsure where to turn. Maybe you’re craving relief, clarity, or just a place to slow down and be seen. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, reconnect with yourself, and start finding the balance and understanding you’ve been looking for.
You love each other, so why does it feel this hard? Why does every conversation turn into the same fight, shutdown, or distance? I work with couples and individuals stuck in painful relationship patterns, constant conflict, disconnection, or trust issues. Many come in exhausted, repeating the same cycles and unsure how to fix it. Together, we get underneath what’s really driving those patterns, help you communicate in ways that actually land, and create real change so you can feel more connected, secure, and understood, even if you need to attend individually.
You love each other, so why does it feel this hard? Why does every conversation turn into the same fight, shutdown, or distance? I work with couples and individuals stuck in painful relationship patterns, constant conflict, disconnection, or trust issues. Many come in exhausted, repeating the same cycles and unsure how to fix it. Together, we get underneath what’s really driving those patterns, help you communicate in ways that actually land, and create real change so you can feel more connected, secure, and understood, even if you need to attend individually.
When life hurts, I can help. Are you struggling with difficulties that have you feeling depressed, angry, worried, or guilty? Are your relationships at home or work in trouble or conflict? I help individuals and couples who are facing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, infidelity, pornography, coping w/chronic illness, sexual problems, PTSD, OCD and much more. I started out my professional career as a church pastor, and in my 40's transitioned into becoming a counselor/therapist. I guide people to get over problems and to be their deeper, higher, and more loving, compassionate self.
When life hurts, I can help. Are you struggling with difficulties that have you feeling depressed, angry, worried, or guilty? Are your relationships at home or work in trouble or conflict? I help individuals and couples who are facing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, infidelity, pornography, coping w/chronic illness, sexual problems, PTSD, OCD and much more. I started out my professional career as a church pastor, and in my 40's transitioned into becoming a counselor/therapist. I guide people to get over problems and to be their deeper, higher, and more loving, compassionate self.
Lauren Bray
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
1 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24073
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you’re here. You’ve taken the first step, and it’s a big one! There are times where life can feel overwhelming and unmanageable. No matter what you are bringing into counseling with you, I desire to provide you with a safe place where you can confidently feel as though you are being seen, heard, and known. Whether it's personal growth, relationship difficulties, complex trauma, life transitions, depression, anxiety, or other stressors, I am committed to providing tools and strategies to help you feel empowered and supported in these pursuits.
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you’re here. You’ve taken the first step, and it’s a big one! There are times where life can feel overwhelming and unmanageable. No matter what you are bringing into counseling with you, I desire to provide you with a safe place where you can confidently feel as though you are being seen, heard, and known. Whether it's personal growth, relationship difficulties, complex trauma, life transitions, depression, anxiety, or other stressors, I am committed to providing tools and strategies to help you feel empowered and supported in these pursuits.
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing issues relating to sexuality, gender identity, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma. As a counselor, I enjoy working with clients who are seeking growth and healing and want to have more satisfying connections in their lives, as well as clients who are willing to put in the work to achieve these goals.
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing issues relating to sexuality, gender identity, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma. As a counselor, I enjoy working with clients who are seeking growth and healing and want to have more satisfying connections in their lives, as well as clients who are willing to put in the work to achieve these goals.
Cindy believes humans are physical, mental, emotional, sexual and spiritual beings thus the goal of therapy is to obtain health in all areas of one's being. I believe a client takes the first step to healing as soon as the counseling appointment is made. It's a privilege to observe transformation in a client on the road to hope and healing by focusing on the strengths from within the client. It is exciting to watch a couple go from the brink of divorce to a marriage better than ever.
Cindy believes humans are physical, mental, emotional, sexual and spiritual beings thus the goal of therapy is to obtain health in all areas of one's being. I believe a client takes the first step to healing as soon as the counseling appointment is made. It's a privilege to observe transformation in a client on the road to hope and healing by focusing on the strengths from within the client. It is exciting to watch a couple go from the brink of divorce to a marriage better than ever.
Hello and welcome. With a background in working with survivors of sexual violence, domestic violence, and complex trauma, I am committed to creating a safe and empowering space for clients to explore and empower themselves to rebuild safety, trust, healthy relationships and boundaries at their own pace.
Hello and welcome. With a background in working with survivors of sexual violence, domestic violence, and complex trauma, I am committed to creating a safe and empowering space for clients to explore and empower themselves to rebuild safety, trust, healthy relationships and boundaries at their own pace.
My ideal client is anyone who is suffering, hurting, desperate, and motivated for change. I have been practicing counseling since 2004 and have worked in pretty much every scenario possible from prescreening in the emergency room during the pandemic (that was fun), to my early days of group and family work in inpatient psychiatric settings. I started providing Telehealth services in the later part of 2020 and have found this platform to be meaningful and powerful for individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy. I believe in a wholistic approach to physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual healing.
My ideal client is anyone who is suffering, hurting, desperate, and motivated for change. I have been practicing counseling since 2004 and have worked in pretty much every scenario possible from prescreening in the emergency room during the pandemic (that was fun), to my early days of group and family work in inpatient psychiatric settings. I started providing Telehealth services in the later part of 2020 and have found this platform to be meaningful and powerful for individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy. I believe in a wholistic approach to physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual healing.
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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.