Treatment Centers in Illinois

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Brightside Clinic and Recovery
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Roselle, IL 60172
Brightside Clinic is a leader in providing medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid and heroin substance use disorders. We do not require therapy with our treatment, but strongly encourage patients to seek out therapy to enhance their treatment. We cater all adults and have telehealth solutions for those unable to reach one of our conveniently located offices in Chicago, Rockford, and Ottawa. We have never removed someone from our program for relapse. Call us today and learn about the Brightside Clinic difference.
Brightside Clinic is a leader in providing medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid and heroin substance use disorders. We do not require therapy with our treatment, but strongly encourage patients to seek out therapy to enhance their treatment. We cater all adults and have telehealth solutions for those unable to reach one of our conveniently located offices in Chicago, Rockford, and Ottawa. We have never removed someone from our program for relapse. Call us today and learn about the Brightside Clinic difference.
(815) 566-8396 View (815) 566-8396
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Courage To Connect Mental Health Center
Treatment Center, PsyD
Verified Verified
Glenview, IL 60025
At Courage to Connect, we know that success is a powerful agent of change. That's why Dr. Clatch and his clinical staff take a strength-based approach to their therapy sessions. By helping clients identify the positive aspects of their lives and achievements both large and small, they aim to cultivate hope and revive their outlooks on life. By working as a team they bring extensive experience working with individuals and families to each session and balance each client's needs with a case-appropriate treatment plan.
At Courage to Connect, we know that success is a powerful agent of change. That's why Dr. Clatch and his clinical staff take a strength-based approach to their therapy sessions. By helping clients identify the positive aspects of their lives and achievements both large and small, they aim to cultivate hope and revive their outlooks on life. By working as a team they bring extensive experience working with individuals and families to each session and balance each client's needs with a case-appropriate treatment plan.
(847) 565-2199 View (847) 565-2199
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LifeThrive Biofeedback
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Here at LifeThrive we believe you can unlock your full potential. We believe in focusing on the whole person, not just the person's symptoms. We believe sometimes we need to look outside of the box at more advanced treatments. When adding these treatments, true change can occur in disorders that are often thought of as permanent or treatment resistant. Some of the disorders we have worked with and seen positive change in include: ADHD, anxiety, dysthymia, major depressive disorder, autism spectrum disorders, attachment disorders, OCD, personality disorders, and more.
Here at LifeThrive we believe you can unlock your full potential. We believe in focusing on the whole person, not just the person's symptoms. We believe sometimes we need to look outside of the box at more advanced treatments. When adding these treatments, true change can occur in disorders that are often thought of as permanent or treatment resistant. Some of the disorders we have worked with and seen positive change in include: ADHD, anxiety, dysthymia, major depressive disorder, autism spectrum disorders, attachment disorders, OCD, personality disorders, and more.
(618) 386-5256 View (618) 386-5256
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Luxury Psychiatry Medical Spa - Chicago
Treatment Center, MD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60607
Luxury Psychiatry Medical Spa caters to individuals seeking advanced mental health care, focusing on those experiencing treatment-resistant depression and other complex psychiatric conditions. Our facility is renowned for its unique blend of traditional psychiatric services and innovative treatments, including TMS therapy and ketamine infusions. Our diverse team of psychiatrists and nurse practitioners is adept at tailoring treatment plans to the specific needs of each client, ensuring a holistic approach to mental wellness. Understanding the varied schedules of our clients, we offer flexible appointment options. You can schedule a visit through our website or by contacting our intake team. While we accept a range of insurance plans, we also provide options for self-pay clients. For those concerned about financial barriers, we offer solutions to make our services more accessible. Our commitment lies in delivering premium mental health care in a luxurious, comforting setting, designed to foster healing and empowerment. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit our website or call us directly.
Luxury Psychiatry Medical Spa caters to individuals seeking advanced mental health care, focusing on those experiencing treatment-resistant depression and other complex psychiatric conditions. Our facility is renowned for its unique blend of traditional psychiatric services and innovative treatments, including TMS therapy and ketamine infusions. Our diverse team of psychiatrists and nurse practitioners is adept at tailoring treatment plans to the specific needs of each client, ensuring a holistic approach to mental wellness. Understanding the varied schedules of our clients, we offer flexible appointment options. You can schedule a visit through our website or by contacting our intake team. While we accept a range of insurance plans, we also provide options for self-pay clients. For those concerned about financial barriers, we offer solutions to make our services more accessible. Our commitment lies in delivering premium mental health care in a luxurious, comforting setting, designed to foster healing and empowerment. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit our website or call us directly.
(708) 905-2353 View (708) 905-2353
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Banyan Chicago
Treatment Center, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60540
Evidenced based treatment is utilized to effectively help our clients in abstaining from substance use and reaching personal goals. We provide PHP, IOP, OP and continuing care in small groups.
Evidenced based treatment is utilized to effectively help our clients in abstaining from substance use and reaching personal goals. We provide PHP, IOP, OP and continuing care in small groups.
(630) 473-3518 View (630) 473-3518
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SunCloud Health Residential Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Northbrook, IL 60062
Our Residential Treatment Center is now open, with 21 residential beds for adults 18 and over in our all new overnight facility in Northbrook. Our model will be the exact same, integrated, and comprehensive with a laser like focus on treating those who struggle with complex co-occurring eating disorders, substance use disorder, process addictions, mood disorders and related trauma. Residential level of care is for those who need 24/7 support. Patients enter residential treatment voluntarily and generally step up from IOP or PHP or down from in patient hospitalization.
Our Residential Treatment Center is now open, with 21 residential beds for adults 18 and over in our all new overnight facility in Northbrook. Our model will be the exact same, integrated, and comprehensive with a laser like focus on treating those who struggle with complex co-occurring eating disorders, substance use disorder, process addictions, mood disorders and related trauma. Residential level of care is for those who need 24/7 support. Patients enter residential treatment voluntarily and generally step up from IOP or PHP or down from in patient hospitalization.
(224) 212-1158 View (224) 212-1158
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SunCloud Health Outpatient & Residential Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60563
If you are looking for an evidence based outpatient treatment center that treats you as a person, treats the behaviors, the root problem(s), and which has a staff truly capable of treating these diseases in an integrated manner, SCH might be a good fit for you. With Dr. Kim Dennis at the helm, we treat co-occurring substance use disorders and eating disorders combined with mood disorders, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma. Trauma lies at the heart of many of the self-destructive behaviors we see. Treating the medical, environmental, and behavioral aspects of these diseases is what we do best.
If you are looking for an evidence based outpatient treatment center that treats you as a person, treats the behaviors, the root problem(s), and which has a staff truly capable of treating these diseases in an integrated manner, SCH might be a good fit for you. With Dr. Kim Dennis at the helm, we treat co-occurring substance use disorders and eating disorders combined with mood disorders, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma. Trauma lies at the heart of many of the self-destructive behaviors we see. Treating the medical, environmental, and behavioral aspects of these diseases is what we do best.
(630) 791-5367 View (630) 791-5367
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Shared Vision Psychological Services, Inc
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oak Brook, IL 60523
When you or someone you love is hurting, we know how important it is to find the right place for therapeutic support—a place where you can feel comfortable, a therapist who will provide the personalized care you need to help you heal. The staff at Shared Vision Psychological Services is committed to providing individualized attention to every person, couple and family we see. It is our goal to help you, too. In everything we do—from individual psychotherapy, to group sessions, to our nature-inspired surroundings—we strive to make you feel comfortable, encouraged and understood. And, we will work side-by-side with you, your child or spouse, to help reach understanding, strengthen resilience and experience hope. Please see our services to see how our team of clinical psychologists can help you.
When you or someone you love is hurting, we know how important it is to find the right place for therapeutic support—a place where you can feel comfortable, a therapist who will provide the personalized care you need to help you heal. The staff at Shared Vision Psychological Services is committed to providing individualized attention to every person, couple and family we see. It is our goal to help you, too. In everything we do—from individual psychotherapy, to group sessions, to our nature-inspired surroundings—we strive to make you feel comfortable, encouraged and understood. And, we will work side-by-side with you, your child or spouse, to help reach understanding, strengthen resilience and experience hope. Please see our services to see how our team of clinical psychologists can help you.
(630) 882-3527 x224 View (630) 882-3527 x224
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Compass Health Center – Chicago
Treatment Center, MD, PhD, MA, LCSW, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618
When mental health gets in the way of living your best life, we’re here to help. Compass Health Center provides immediate access to specialized, comprehensive in-person and virtual mental health services. Our age-based Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with mood, anxiety, trauma, and OCD symptoms that are impacting their daily functioning. Compass Health Center's clinicians use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP, which have proven to be the gold standard for treating these conditions. In both PHP and IOP, you will work closely with your treatment team while participating in daily group therapy sessions focused on building skills and strategies to help manage symptoms.
When mental health gets in the way of living your best life, we’re here to help. Compass Health Center provides immediate access to specialized, comprehensive in-person and virtual mental health services. Our age-based Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with mood, anxiety, trauma, and OCD symptoms that are impacting their daily functioning. Compass Health Center's clinicians use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP, which have proven to be the gold standard for treating these conditions. In both PHP and IOP, you will work closely with your treatment team while participating in daily group therapy sessions focused on building skills and strategies to help manage symptoms.
(773) 862-8796 View (773) 862-8796
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Top of the World Ranch
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Milan, IL 61264
Top of the World Ranch is holistic, individualized set upon a private 315-acre property. Our program treats chemical addictions (alcohol and drugs) as well as process addictions such as gambling, sex, pornography, food, gaming, phone addiction and other dependencies that stand alone or accompany the chemical addictions. Our program also recognizes and treats co-occurring mental disorders that often accompany addictions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental afflictions. Our holistic program is focused on creating a healthy, balanced lifestyle, in conjunction with the most innovative and researched based therapeutic techniques currently available in addiction treatment. We assist our clients in reconnecting to themselves after having been lost to their addictions. The beauty of our physical location and the wooded surroundings are used to help them regain their mental and physical health by reconnecting with nature. Exploring our many trails, kayaking on our lake etc. are valuable tools as we feel reconnecting with nature is an integral part of rekindling their spirituality. Our program is not 12-step based but recognize and support the importance of developing a relationship with the 12-step community. In addition, we offer mindfulness, an on-site sweat lodge, yoga and other means to support each clients spirituality.
Top of the World Ranch is holistic, individualized set upon a private 315-acre property. Our program treats chemical addictions (alcohol and drugs) as well as process addictions such as gambling, sex, pornography, food, gaming, phone addiction and other dependencies that stand alone or accompany the chemical addictions. Our program also recognizes and treats co-occurring mental disorders that often accompany addictions such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental afflictions. Our holistic program is focused on creating a healthy, balanced lifestyle, in conjunction with the most innovative and researched based therapeutic techniques currently available in addiction treatment. We assist our clients in reconnecting to themselves after having been lost to their addictions. The beauty of our physical location and the wooded surroundings are used to help them regain their mental and physical health by reconnecting with nature. Exploring our many trails, kayaking on our lake etc. are valuable tools as we feel reconnecting with nature is an integral part of rekindling their spirituality. Our program is not 12-step based but recognize and support the importance of developing a relationship with the 12-step community. In addition, we offer mindfulness, an on-site sweat lodge, yoga and other means to support each clients spirituality.
(309) 741-2831 View (309) 741-2831
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Plainfield Counseling Center, LLC
Treatment Center, PsyD, MA, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, IL 60544
At Plainfield Counseling Center, we are a group of experienced and caring therapists focused on enriching lives. We use effective, evidence based treatments to help individuals and families reach their goals. We are committed to provide a broad range of services that address the psychological, social, emotional, developmental, and educational needs of children, adolescents, and adults. We provide in-person and teletherapy. We know that people are busy, so we have convenient, flexible day, evening, and weekend hours.
At Plainfield Counseling Center, we are a group of experienced and caring therapists focused on enriching lives. We use effective, evidence based treatments to help individuals and families reach their goals. We are committed to provide a broad range of services that address the psychological, social, emotional, developmental, and educational needs of children, adolescents, and adults. We provide in-person and teletherapy. We know that people are busy, so we have convenient, flexible day, evening, and weekend hours.
(815) 600-7760 View (815) 600-7760
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Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center Illinois
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60601
Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center provides specialized treatment for mood and anxiety disorders in Chicago, IL and Austin, TX. Pathlight also works closely with Eating Recovery Center, the only national, vertically integrated healthcare system dedicated to treating eating and related disorders at any stage of the illness. Accredited by the Joint Commission and led by a nationally recognized team of experts across multiple behavioral healthcare disciplines, Insight leverages comprehensive, evidence-based treatment approaches to support adults, adolescents and families suffering from mood and anxiety disorders.
Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center provides specialized treatment for mood and anxiety disorders in Chicago, IL and Austin, TX. Pathlight also works closely with Eating Recovery Center, the only national, vertically integrated healthcare system dedicated to treating eating and related disorders at any stage of the illness. Accredited by the Joint Commission and led by a nationally recognized team of experts across multiple behavioral healthcare disciplines, Insight leverages comprehensive, evidence-based treatment approaches to support adults, adolescents and families suffering from mood and anxiety disorders.
(312) 273-6176 View (312) 273-6176
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Family Counseling Service
Treatment Center, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Aurora, IL 60506
A leader in behavioral healthcare since 1925, FCS offers you a choice of staff and services to meet your needs. Our mission is to help you develop the skills you need to find hope and to be successful in your life. Almost all forms of payment are accepted, and you will have immediate access to professional behavioral healthcare.
A leader in behavioral healthcare since 1925, FCS offers you a choice of staff and services to meet your needs. Our mission is to help you develop the skills you need to find hope and to be successful in your life. Almost all forms of payment are accepted, and you will have immediate access to professional behavioral healthcare.
(331) 702-9015 View (331) 702-9015
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Compass Health Center – Oak Brook
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
When mental health gets in the way of living your best life, we’re here to help. Compass Health Center provides immediate access to specialized, comprehensive in-person and virtual mental health services. Our age-based Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with mood, anxiety, trauma, and OCD symptoms that are impacting their daily functioning. Compass Health Center's clinicians use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP, which have proven to be the gold standard for treating these conditions. In both PHP and IOP, you will work closely with your treatment team while participating in daily group therapy sessions focused on building skills and strategies to help manage symptoms.
When mental health gets in the way of living your best life, we’re here to help. Compass Health Center provides immediate access to specialized, comprehensive in-person and virtual mental health services. Our age-based Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with mood, anxiety, trauma, and OCD symptoms that are impacting their daily functioning. Compass Health Center's clinicians use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP, which have proven to be the gold standard for treating these conditions. In both PHP and IOP, you will work closely with your treatment team while participating in daily group therapy sessions focused on building skills and strategies to help manage symptoms.
(630) 333-1979 View (630) 333-1979
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Behavioral Services Center
Treatment Center, PhD, LCPC, CAADC, SAP, CPAIP
Verified Verified
Skokie, IL 60077
Behavioral Services Center is a licensed mental health and substance abuse treatment facility in the Chicagoland area that offers unique integrative patient-centered treatment. Our Center specializes in outpatient detox and substance abuse and mental health disorders. The Center offers psychiatric, crisis, individual, and group care. The Center accepts a range of insurance plans and offers sliding scale payment options.
Behavioral Services Center is a licensed mental health and substance abuse treatment facility in the Chicagoland area that offers unique integrative patient-centered treatment. Our Center specializes in outpatient detox and substance abuse and mental health disorders. The Center offers psychiatric, crisis, individual, and group care. The Center accepts a range of insurance plans and offers sliding scale payment options.
(847) 416-2724 View (847) 416-2724
Behavioral Services Center
Treatment Center, PhD, LCPC, CAADC, SAP
Verified Verified
Mundelein, IL 60060
Behavioral Services Center is a licensed mental health and substance abuse treatment facility in the Chicagoland area. Our practitioners and therapists specialize in mental health and substance abuse treatments such as outpatient detox, medication management, individual therapy, domestic violence, parenting skills/coaching, anger management, and harm reduction. Our goal as a facility is to provide up-to-date, effective, and affordable integrative treatment.
Behavioral Services Center is a licensed mental health and substance abuse treatment facility in the Chicagoland area. Our practitioners and therapists specialize in mental health and substance abuse treatments such as outpatient detox, medication management, individual therapy, domestic violence, parenting skills/coaching, anger management, and harm reduction. Our goal as a facility is to provide up-to-date, effective, and affordable integrative treatment.
(847) 960-3255 View (847) 960-3255
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Guided Path Psychological Services, LLC
Treatment Center, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Palatine, IL 60074
For close to 20 years, the therapists at Guided Path have provided comprehensive and effective treatment for all who walk through our door. Lives are changed, people start believing in themselves, goals are obtained and relationships enhanced. Our client's needs vary as does our treatment approach. See for yourself what can happen when you reach out and make that first call on your journey toward wellness.
For close to 20 years, the therapists at Guided Path have provided comprehensive and effective treatment for all who walk through our door. Lives are changed, people start believing in themselves, goals are obtained and relationships enhanced. Our client's needs vary as does our treatment approach. See for yourself what can happen when you reach out and make that first call on your journey toward wellness.
(847) 241-1957 View (847) 241-1957
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Compass Health Center – Northbrook
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Northbrook, IL 60062
When mental health gets in the way of living your best life, we’re here to help. Compass Health Center provides immediate access to specialized, comprehensive in-person and virtual mental health services. Our age-based Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with mood, anxiety, trauma, and OCD symptoms that are impacting their daily functioning. Compass Health Center's clinicians use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP, which have proven to be the gold standard for treating these conditions. In both PHP and IOP, you will work closely with your treatment team while participating in daily group therapy sessions focused on building skills and strategies to help manage symptoms.
When mental health gets in the way of living your best life, we’re here to help. Compass Health Center provides immediate access to specialized, comprehensive in-person and virtual mental health services. Our age-based Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs are designed for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with mood, anxiety, trauma, and OCD symptoms that are impacting their daily functioning. Compass Health Center's clinicians use evidence-based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, and ERP, which have proven to be the gold standard for treating these conditions. In both PHP and IOP, you will work closely with your treatment team while participating in daily group therapy sessions focused on building skills and strategies to help manage symptoms.
(224) 287-9475 View (224) 287-9475
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Skyway Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Skokie, IL 60076
Skyway Behavioral Health offers outpatient therapy, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization programming for clients struggling with traumatic stress disorders (PTSD, attachment trauma, complex PTSD) and related symptoms (eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders.) We offer full fidelity Dialectical Behavior Therapy including individual therapy, DBT skills groups, phone coaching, and a DBT consultation team for our staff. We also offer evidence based trauma treatments including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Prolonged Exposure, Prolonged Exposure, EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Polyvagal Theory Informed Therapy, and Yoga for Trauma.
Skyway Behavioral Health offers outpatient therapy, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization programming for clients struggling with traumatic stress disorders (PTSD, attachment trauma, complex PTSD) and related symptoms (eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders.) We offer full fidelity Dialectical Behavior Therapy including individual therapy, DBT skills groups, phone coaching, and a DBT consultation team for our staff. We also offer evidence based trauma treatments including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Prolonged Exposure, Prolonged Exposure, EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Polyvagal Theory Informed Therapy, and Yoga for Trauma.
(847) 925-7492 View (847) 925-7492
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Irving & Associates in Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Downers Grove, IL 60515
As a multi-specialty group practice, our goal is to provide an individual approach to treatment based on each client's needs. We work from a strength-based approach, and provide a variety of services ranging from individual therapy to family work. We will do our best to pair you with a therapist that best fits your needs and goals for therapy.
As a multi-specialty group practice, our goal is to provide an individual approach to treatment based on each client's needs. We work from a strength-based approach, and provide a variety of services ranging from individual therapy to family work. We will do our best to pair you with a therapist that best fits your needs and goals for therapy.
(630) 473-6996 x1 View (630) 473-6996 x1

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Sexual Abuse Treatment Centers

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.