Sexual Abuse Therapists in Belfair, WA
My work with my clients is based on respect and trust, while promoting growth. As a therapist it is my goal to aid my clients by teaching positive communication skills, conflict resolution, and tools to learn how to identify and change problematic interaction, patterns or behaviors. My therapeutic style is encouraging and engaging. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, and teens. I strive to support my clients in meeting their goals and find solutions to achieve successful happy results. I will maintain a honest, open, and safe therapeutic space for my clients, while building upon their strengths!
My work with my clients is based on respect and trust, while promoting growth. As a therapist it is my goal to aid my clients by teaching positive communication skills, conflict resolution, and tools to learn how to identify and change problematic interaction, patterns or behaviors. My therapeutic style is encouraging and engaging. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, and teens. I strive to support my clients in meeting their goals and find solutions to achieve successful happy results. I will maintain a honest, open, and safe therapeutic space for my clients, while building upon their strengths!
I use an interdisciplinary approach, which means I use different styles of counseling to meet the different needs and personalities of clients. I always allow their feedback so they remain comfortable. I try and meet their perceptual needs, emotional needs, cognitive needs, situational needs, and respect their individual personalities. I have worked with all ages, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds (including the Middle and Far East), and social economic backgrounds.
I use an interdisciplinary approach, which means I use different styles of counseling to meet the different needs and personalities of clients. I always allow their feedback so they remain comfortable. I try and meet their perceptual needs, emotional needs, cognitive needs, situational needs, and respect their individual personalities. I have worked with all ages, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds (including the Middle and Far East), and social economic backgrounds.
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This includes adults who've experienced childhood abuse, neglect, and/or abandonment, as well as sexual assault, violence, and betrayal trauma.
In my work with clients, I strive to create safe, respectful, and compassionate relationships, to help them understand and transform their pain, and to guide them toward new ways of being with themselves, with others, and with their larger communities. I focus on clients' strengths and resiliencies to help them feel empowered toward positive change.
This includes adults who've experienced childhood abuse, neglect, and/or abandonment, as well as sexual assault, violence, and betrayal trauma.
In my work with clients, I strive to create safe, respectful, and compassionate relationships, to help them understand and transform their pain, and to guide them toward new ways of being with themselves, with others, and with their larger communities. I focus on clients' strengths and resiliencies to help them feel empowered toward positive change.
My ideal clients are interns and associate therapists who feel stuck between what they know and how they show up in session. They often second-guess themselves, feel overwhelmed, or struggle when sessions get intense. They want to be effective—not just get through supervision.
We help them close that gap by building clinical confidence, tracking real-time dynamics, and strengthening their ability to lead sessions with clarity. Through direct feedback and somatic awareness, clinicians learn to trust themselves, respond intentionally, and become grounded, effective therapists—not just licensed ones.
My ideal clients are interns and associate therapists who feel stuck between what they know and how they show up in session. They often second-guess themselves, feel overwhelmed, or struggle when sessions get intense. They want to be effective—not just get through supervision.
We help them close that gap by building clinical confidence, tracking real-time dynamics, and strengthening their ability to lead sessions with clarity. Through direct feedback and somatic awareness, clinicians learn to trust themselves, respond intentionally, and become grounded, effective therapists—not just licensed ones.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the effects of trauma or weighed down by persistent anxiety, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with unresolved trauma and anxiety that impact daily life, relationships, and self-worth. My goal is to provide a compassionate, understanding space where you can explore these challenges and work toward a life rooted in calm and confidence.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the effects of trauma or weighed down by persistent anxiety, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with unresolved trauma and anxiety that impact daily life, relationships, and self-worth. My goal is to provide a compassionate, understanding space where you can explore these challenges and work toward a life rooted in calm and confidence.
Specialties: Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Couples therapy, Grief/loss & integrating Christian faith into everyday life/problems.
I use a Holistic approach-integrating body, mind & spirit: Love & Relationships; Sexual Trauma & Abuse; Couples, Grief/Loss; Depression, Life Transitions. Trauma Informed, Culturally and Spiritually Competent therapy. Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, National Telehealth Licensed, Author of Relationship books Founding Member of PTSD Clinician Exchange
Specialties: Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Couples therapy, Grief/loss & integrating Christian faith into everyday life/problems.
I use a Holistic approach-integrating body, mind & spirit: Love & Relationships; Sexual Trauma & Abuse; Couples, Grief/Loss; Depression, Life Transitions. Trauma Informed, Culturally and Spiritually Competent therapy. Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, National Telehealth Licensed, Author of Relationship books Founding Member of PTSD Clinician Exchange
Gabriel Luke Mary Crawford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACP, M Div
2 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98117
Many people seek counseling because life simply feels 'off,' while others know exactly what’s wrong but feel stuck in the mud. Whether you are navigating guilt, anxiety, trauma, or relationship hurdles, reaching out takes courage. I commend you for taking this brave first step.
Many people seek counseling because life simply feels 'off,' while others know exactly what’s wrong but feel stuck in the mud. Whether you are navigating guilt, anxiety, trauma, or relationship hurdles, reaching out takes courage. I commend you for taking this brave first step.
Accepting New Telehealth Clients - I provide trauma focused therapies for adults and adolescents with a non-judgmental, collaborative and strengths focused approach. This means that it is my highest priority to ensure therapy is a place where you feel equally empowered and cared for. Traumatic experiences rob us of a sense of autonomy and it is my hope to create a place in therapy where you can reconnect and show love towards all parts of yourself.
Accepting New Telehealth Clients - I provide trauma focused therapies for adults and adolescents with a non-judgmental, collaborative and strengths focused approach. This means that it is my highest priority to ensure therapy is a place where you feel equally empowered and cared for. Traumatic experiences rob us of a sense of autonomy and it is my hope to create a place in therapy where you can reconnect and show love towards all parts of yourself.
It can often feel isolating trying to navigate overwhelming emotions that feel difficult to control, and I’m here to remind you that you don’t have to face it alone. As a therapist my priority is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your emotions and experiences that are interfering with your well-being. Therapy can seem intimidating at first, but I offer a warm presence to embrace your individual experience while recognizing your inner strengths. I specialize in supporting older teens (16+) and adults through a variety of emotional experiences, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
It can often feel isolating trying to navigate overwhelming emotions that feel difficult to control, and I’m here to remind you that you don’t have to face it alone. As a therapist my priority is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your emotions and experiences that are interfering with your well-being. Therapy can seem intimidating at first, but I offer a warm presence to embrace your individual experience while recognizing your inner strengths. I specialize in supporting older teens (16+) and adults through a variety of emotional experiences, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Does your mind like to remind you of all your past mistakes- rehashing old hurt and replaying what you could have done differently? Do you find yourself living in threat, weighed down by the sense that something awful is headed your way? Does the idea of feeling safe and secure with who you are seem impossible? Take a moment to reflect on what it might be like to not be bogged down by all that background noise. How might things be different for you? What would it be like to live flexibly with your thoughts and respond in kindness to your suffering?
Does your mind like to remind you of all your past mistakes- rehashing old hurt and replaying what you could have done differently? Do you find yourself living in threat, weighed down by the sense that something awful is headed your way? Does the idea of feeling safe and secure with who you are seem impossible? Take a moment to reflect on what it might be like to not be bogged down by all that background noise. How might things be different for you? What would it be like to live flexibly with your thoughts and respond in kindness to your suffering?
Deciding to see a therapist is a significant step, and my goal is to ensure that this journey is worthwhile for you. My straightforward approach is designed to guide you toward self-empowerment, acceptance, and building of meaningful relationships. Together, we will experience laughter and tears, but rest assured, you will not walk this path of self-discovery alone. I aim to equip you with the necessary skills, reduce anxious thoughts, build self esteem, foster connection and navigate life’s challenges.
Deciding to see a therapist is a significant step, and my goal is to ensure that this journey is worthwhile for you. My straightforward approach is designed to guide you toward self-empowerment, acceptance, and building of meaningful relationships. Together, we will experience laughter and tears, but rest assured, you will not walk this path of self-discovery alone. I aim to equip you with the necessary skills, reduce anxious thoughts, build self esteem, foster connection and navigate life’s challenges.
I enjoy helping people recover from the effects of trauma in their lives in order to feel safe in the world, and attached to themselves and their loved ones. My specialty is in Lifespan Integration, an effective tool used for trauma reprocessing and attachment repair. I work with survivors of childhood trauma, PTSD, and people navigating infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum transitions.
I enjoy helping people recover from the effects of trauma in their lives in order to feel safe in the world, and attached to themselves and their loved ones. My specialty is in Lifespan Integration, an effective tool used for trauma reprocessing and attachment repair. I work with survivors of childhood trauma, PTSD, and people navigating infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum transitions.
You may be considering therapy because you feel stuck or dissatisfied about some parts of your life. You might be aware of the person you want to be and can be, but something is getting in the way of that and you would like to understand what. Or, you might need a place to talk about difficult experiences so you can make sense of them. As someone who truly believes in the healing power of therapy, I am glad you are considering it as a way of reaching your potential, regardless of whom you choose as your therapist.
You may be considering therapy because you feel stuck or dissatisfied about some parts of your life. You might be aware of the person you want to be and can be, but something is getting in the way of that and you would like to understand what. Or, you might need a place to talk about difficult experiences so you can make sense of them. As someone who truly believes in the healing power of therapy, I am glad you are considering it as a way of reaching your potential, regardless of whom you choose as your therapist.
Trauma impacts every area of our lives, often leaving us overwhelmed and exhausted in our attempt to restore what has been lost. Healing begins when we lean into the hurt; engaging our body, and patiently remaining in the spaces within us that need understanding and care. In our sessions together, we will work to create containment for the present, healing for the past, and hope for the future. This means developing the skills and tools needed to begin processing what has created the fear, hurt, anger, and sadness in your life, and cultivate in it's place hope, wholeness, peace, and healing.
Trauma impacts every area of our lives, often leaving us overwhelmed and exhausted in our attempt to restore what has been lost. Healing begins when we lean into the hurt; engaging our body, and patiently remaining in the spaces within us that need understanding and care. In our sessions together, we will work to create containment for the present, healing for the past, and hope for the future. This means developing the skills and tools needed to begin processing what has created the fear, hurt, anger, and sadness in your life, and cultivate in it's place hope, wholeness, peace, and healing.
I provide trauma-focused therapy for children, teens, and adults across Washington State. I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, burnout, depression, childhood trauma, complex PTSD, and parenting triggers. You may appear put together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, reactive, or disconnected inside. You are not broken and you are not alone. Using EMDR and other evidence-based trauma therapies, I help clients process past experiences, learn to regulate emotions, and build lasting resilience. I also offer Walk and Talk Therapy at Fort Steilacoom Park, integrating movement and nature into therapy.
I provide trauma-focused therapy for children, teens, and adults across Washington State. I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, burnout, depression, childhood trauma, complex PTSD, and parenting triggers. You may appear put together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, reactive, or disconnected inside. You are not broken and you are not alone. Using EMDR and other evidence-based trauma therapies, I help clients process past experiences, learn to regulate emotions, and build lasting resilience. I also offer Walk and Talk Therapy at Fort Steilacoom Park, integrating movement and nature into therapy.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, and complex childhood trauma, including sexual abuse, intergenerational trauma, spiritual abuse, racial identity and multicultural issues.
Being a person is hard. Living a life you love is harder. When your soul feels like it is perpetually bleeding, it feels impossible to just be and enjoy your one short life. Emotional wounds from our past have a way of wreaking havoc on our lives and bodies in the present. It puts a deep shadow over all of life. Now, you feel like a victim to your own body and a liability to your relationships. You’re afraid if people really got to know you, no one would accept you. You are not alone. I've been there and I know how scary and difficult it can be to change and enter into the unknown. You are in good company.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, and complex childhood trauma, including sexual abuse, intergenerational trauma, spiritual abuse, racial identity and multicultural issues.
Being a person is hard. Living a life you love is harder. When your soul feels like it is perpetually bleeding, it feels impossible to just be and enjoy your one short life. Emotional wounds from our past have a way of wreaking havoc on our lives and bodies in the present. It puts a deep shadow over all of life. Now, you feel like a victim to your own body and a liability to your relationships. You’re afraid if people really got to know you, no one would accept you. You are not alone. I've been there and I know how scary and difficult it can be to change and enter into the unknown. You are in good company.
Therapy is unique for each person. Respect and understanding are vital in helping each person. Solution-focused to help solve and resolve problems.
Therapy is unique for each person. Respect and understanding are vital in helping each person. Solution-focused to help solve and resolve problems.
Nora Weiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma impacts every part of us - mind, body, spirit. It can show up as hypervigilance, isolation, panic, guilt, and shame, all of which interfere with our ability to interact with ourselves, other people, and the world around us. I have worked with complex trauma since starting my career and frequently engage in training opportunities to continue learning more and more! My primary area of specialty is working with survivors of sexual and domestic violence in both childhood and adulthood, but I have worked with a variety of trauma backgrounds. I am also experienced working with anxiety, depression, BPD, and neurodivergence.
Trauma impacts every part of us - mind, body, spirit. It can show up as hypervigilance, isolation, panic, guilt, and shame, all of which interfere with our ability to interact with ourselves, other people, and the world around us. I have worked with complex trauma since starting my career and frequently engage in training opportunities to continue learning more and more! My primary area of specialty is working with survivors of sexual and domestic violence in both childhood and adulthood, but I have worked with a variety of trauma backgrounds. I am also experienced working with anxiety, depression, BPD, and neurodivergence.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who is focused on helping adults who are experiencing distress in their lives. My areas of specialty include, but are not limited to, trauma, Posttraumatic Stress, depression, anxiety, and dissociation. I emphasize an individual's strengths and work to help people feel empowered in their daily lives. I use a variety of tools to do this, including EMDR, DBT, and other evidence based practices.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who is focused on helping adults who are experiencing distress in their lives. My areas of specialty include, but are not limited to, trauma, Posttraumatic Stress, depression, anxiety, and dissociation. I emphasize an individual's strengths and work to help people feel empowered in their daily lives. I use a variety of tools to do this, including EMDR, DBT, and other evidence based practices.
Behind so much of how we think, what we long for, and how we relate to ourselves and others lies unacknowledged shame, trauma, and the strategies we developed, sometimes very early on, to cope with and hide these realities from ourselves. These make up the “muscle memory” of our emotional worlds, which cannot always be easily recalled, but determine our lives nonetheless. Therapy aims to cultivate awareness of what lies underneath in disconnected, dissociated ways, and provides a space to move through the pain, accept, and integrate the past so that it no longer repeats itself in our lives.
Behind so much of how we think, what we long for, and how we relate to ourselves and others lies unacknowledged shame, trauma, and the strategies we developed, sometimes very early on, to cope with and hide these realities from ourselves. These make up the “muscle memory” of our emotional worlds, which cannot always be easily recalled, but determine our lives nonetheless. Therapy aims to cultivate awareness of what lies underneath in disconnected, dissociated ways, and provides a space to move through the pain, accept, and integrate the past so that it no longer repeats itself in our lives.
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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.