Sexual Abuse Treatment Centers in Woburn, MA

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LightWork Therapy and Recovery
Treatment Center, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woburn, MA 01801
LightWork Therapy & Recovery is a place for hope, healing, and recovery for women. Our mission is to help our clients gain confidence and independence in learning and utilizing healthy and effective coping strategies in their day to day lives. We strive to make LightWork a safe and supportive space, combining compassion and understanding with our highly-trained clinicians’ expertise in cutting edge mental health treatments and therapies to bring our clients the very best services the field has to offer. Through individual sessions, group therapy modalities, and holistic approaches to wellness, we aim to provide women the help, hope, and healing they deserve, whether they may be struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, or beyond. We are passionate about helping clients discover their inner strength, and assisting women in creating tangible strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and triggers in life’s more difficult moments. We help women learn the tools to step into their power and become the best version of themselves possible.
LightWork Therapy & Recovery is a place for hope, healing, and recovery for women. Our mission is to help our clients gain confidence and independence in learning and utilizing healthy and effective coping strategies in their day to day lives. We strive to make LightWork a safe and supportive space, combining compassion and understanding with our highly-trained clinicians’ expertise in cutting edge mental health treatments and therapies to bring our clients the very best services the field has to offer. Through individual sessions, group therapy modalities, and holistic approaches to wellness, we aim to provide women the help, hope, and healing they deserve, whether they may be struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, or beyond. We are passionate about helping clients discover their inner strength, and assisting women in creating tangible strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and triggers in life’s more difficult moments. We help women learn the tools to step into their power and become the best version of themselves possible.
(339) 675-1128 View (339) 675-1128
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Psychotherapy Associates of N. Reading & Amesbury
Treatment Center, MA, LMHC, PsyD
Verified Verified
Woburn, MA 01801  (Online Only)
We have 19 therapists with many different approaches and specialties. We take almost all insurances including Mass Health. We have day, after school, evening and weekend appointments for the convenience of our clients. We have been providing mental health services in North Reading for 23 years. We specialize in child and adolescent issues but also have expertise in family issues and adult problems. To refer yourself or someone else, call our main number and ask for a referral coordinator. They will take some basic information about what you are looking for and match you with a therapist who has experience in your particular problem, has appointments when you need them, and can take your insurance. We are 100% telehealth at this time and don't anticipate in person sessions going forward.
We have 19 therapists with many different approaches and specialties. We take almost all insurances including Mass Health. We have day, after school, evening and weekend appointments for the convenience of our clients. We have been providing mental health services in North Reading for 23 years. We specialize in child and adolescent issues but also have expertise in family issues and adult problems. To refer yourself or someone else, call our main number and ask for a referral coordinator. They will take some basic information about what you are looking for and match you with a therapist who has experience in your particular problem, has appointments when you need them, and can take your insurance. We are 100% telehealth at this time and don't anticipate in person sessions going forward.
(978) 961-9412 View (978) 961-9412
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Atlantic Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Woburn, MA 01801
Atlantic Mental Health, Inc., dba Atlantic Behavioral Health is a premier, local mental and behavioral health clinic in Wilmington, Massachusetts right off of Route 93's Concord Street exit. Atlantic provides medication management and outpatient services to clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, bi-polar, mood and personality disorders. We also treat those who suffer from gambling or sports betting addiction. Atlantic provides individual, group, couples and family counseling as well as medication management. We provide in person and Telehealth care for those in Massachusetts. Call today to get your admission started, our number is 978-315-1011
Atlantic Mental Health, Inc., dba Atlantic Behavioral Health is a premier, local mental and behavioral health clinic in Wilmington, Massachusetts right off of Route 93's Concord Street exit. Atlantic provides medication management and outpatient services to clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, bi-polar, mood and personality disorders. We also treat those who suffer from gambling or sports betting addiction. Atlantic provides individual, group, couples and family counseling as well as medication management. We provide in person and Telehealth care for those in Massachusetts. Call today to get your admission started, our number is 978-315-1011
(978) 645-4088 View (978) 645-4088

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Trauma Institute & Child Trauma Institute
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108
Do you want to transform your life? Do you find that you just can’t let go of your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? Wouldn’t you like to just put it all behind you and move on to living a happier and fuller life? We work with adults, children, and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, PTSD, trauma, behavioral challenges, stress, and much more. We have the clinical expertise to help you heal from trauma. Trauma can be caused by bullying, all forms of discrimination, relationship issues, betrayal, divorce, death, illness, childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, military combat, violent crime, motor vehicle accident, LGBTQ struggles, and so much more. We can help you figure out what would be the best path towards healing.
Do you want to transform your life? Do you find that you just can’t let go of your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? Wouldn’t you like to just put it all behind you and move on to living a happier and fuller life? We work with adults, children, and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, PTSD, trauma, behavioral challenges, stress, and much more. We have the clinical expertise to help you heal from trauma. Trauma can be caused by bullying, all forms of discrimination, relationship issues, betrayal, divorce, death, illness, childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, military combat, violent crime, motor vehicle accident, LGBTQ struggles, and so much more. We can help you figure out what would be the best path towards healing.
(413) 994-0033 View (413) 994-0033
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McLean Hospital Trauma Continuum
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Belmont, MA 02478  (Online Only)
McLean Hospital's Trauma Continuum is a Harvard Medical School affiliate that specializes in the treatment of trauma-related disorders including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Dissociative Disorders including Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) for individuals ages 18 and older. The McLean Trauma Continuum is made up of a partial hospital program and an out patient clinic. The partial hospital is a group treatment program that serves those who are just beginning their trauma recovery process and those with prior exposure to trauma treatment who may be struggling due to life circumstances or exacerbation of trauma symptoms. Although our short-term program is for individuals in acute situations, individuals who benefit most are those who have the ability and willingness to work collaboratively with our team and remain safe, medically stable and willing to communicate about substance use while in treatment. At the partial, you will learn about the intersection of trauma-related thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and physical experiences. We aim to work within an individual's comfort zone while also expanding their knowledge and repertoire of adaptive coping skills.
McLean Hospital's Trauma Continuum is a Harvard Medical School affiliate that specializes in the treatment of trauma-related disorders including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Dissociative Disorders including Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) for individuals ages 18 and older. The McLean Trauma Continuum is made up of a partial hospital program and an out patient clinic. The partial hospital is a group treatment program that serves those who are just beginning their trauma recovery process and those with prior exposure to trauma treatment who may be struggling due to life circumstances or exacerbation of trauma symptoms. Although our short-term program is for individuals in acute situations, individuals who benefit most are those who have the ability and willingness to work collaboratively with our team and remain safe, medically stable and willing to communicate about substance use while in treatment. At the partial, you will learn about the intersection of trauma-related thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and physical experiences. We aim to work within an individual's comfort zone while also expanding their knowledge and repertoire of adaptive coping skills.
(857) 626-8553 View (857) 626-8553
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Mayflower Recovery
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101
Mayflower Recovery is the premiere detox and residential addiction treatment program in Massachusetts and all of New England. Mayflower offers both detox and residential levels of care. If you or your loved one is looking for the best facilities and staff, Mayflower is your destination. We treat alcohol addiction and all drug addictions including opioid, cocaine, benzodiazepine (Ativan, Valium, etc.), fentanyl, methamphetamines, etc. We are equipped to develop and provide robust aftercare recommendations and accommodations to all of our clients. We also help provide family system counseling and advice.
Mayflower Recovery is the premiere detox and residential addiction treatment program in Massachusetts and all of New England. Mayflower offers both detox and residential levels of care. If you or your loved one is looking for the best facilities and staff, Mayflower is your destination. We treat alcohol addiction and all drug addictions including opioid, cocaine, benzodiazepine (Ativan, Valium, etc.), fentanyl, methamphetamines, etc. We are equipped to develop and provide robust aftercare recommendations and accommodations to all of our clients. We also help provide family system counseling and advice.
(978) 865-2739 View (978) 865-2739
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Strattus, TILL's Mental Health Clinic
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Waltham, MA 02451
Strattus is your local community mental health clinic, offering a variety of outpatient services. Our clinical team is experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, with and without specialized needs. In addition to counseling, we also provide medication assessment, management and monitoring to adults ages 18 or older.
Strattus is your local community mental health clinic, offering a variety of outpatient services. Our clinical team is experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, with and without specialized needs. In addition to counseling, we also provide medication assessment, management and monitoring to adults ages 18 or older.
(781) 329-9365 View (781) 329-9365
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The Therapy Center at BGSP
Treatment Center, PsyaD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108
Talk - we feel it's still the best medicine. So, if you decide to start therapy, the Therapy Center can offer you long or short-term treatment, whether for one person, a couple, a family or a child/adolescent, at affordable fees. You can usually get an appointment within a week. An initial consultation at the Therapy Center is affordable, confidential, and individualized.
Talk - we feel it's still the best medicine. So, if you decide to start therapy, the Therapy Center can offer you long or short-term treatment, whether for one person, a couple, a family or a child/adolescent, at affordable fees. You can usually get an appointment within a week. An initial consultation at the Therapy Center is affordable, confidential, and individualized.
(617) 934-6085 View (617) 934-6085
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GateHouse Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Saugus, MA 01906
GateHouse is a private rehab facility providing intervention and treatment services to chemically dependent persons and individuals with co-occurring mental health issues. We offer treatment in a serene and luxurious setting. Our staff at GateHouse has decades of experience treating substance abuse and dual diagnosis clients. We provide individualized treatment in a small, gender-specific environment that promotes personal responsibility. GateHouse offers one of the only comprehensive vocational program in New England, which allows our clients to enroll or re-enroll in college or trade school. It will enable them to obtain a job in the career of their choice, and manage debt and legal problems. At GateHouse, evidence-based therapies are applied along with creative and innovative intervention methods. We provide extraordinary care and enable our clients to gain insight into the underlying factors that drive addictive and co-dependent behaviors. GateHouse helps clients learn how to set realistic goals, and achieve them while maintaining long-term sobriety. We want you to live a fulfilling productive and fruitful life. Your sobriety begins today. Call us to find your path to recovery.
GateHouse is a private rehab facility providing intervention and treatment services to chemically dependent persons and individuals with co-occurring mental health issues. We offer treatment in a serene and luxurious setting. Our staff at GateHouse has decades of experience treating substance abuse and dual diagnosis clients. We provide individualized treatment in a small, gender-specific environment that promotes personal responsibility. GateHouse offers one of the only comprehensive vocational program in New England, which allows our clients to enroll or re-enroll in college or trade school. It will enable them to obtain a job in the career of their choice, and manage debt and legal problems. At GateHouse, evidence-based therapies are applied along with creative and innovative intervention methods. We provide extraordinary care and enable our clients to gain insight into the underlying factors that drive addictive and co-dependent behaviors. GateHouse helps clients learn how to set realistic goals, and achieve them while maintaining long-term sobriety. We want you to live a fulfilling productive and fruitful life. Your sobriety begins today. Call us to find your path to recovery.
(603) 691-3135 View (603) 691-3135
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Elevation Behavioral Health Mental Health Retreats
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Medford, MA 02153
Elevation Behavioral Health offers a high-end recovery environment combined with individualized treatment tracks tailored to the unique needs of each client. Residents engage in a combination of traditional therapy and holistic practices for treatment that incorporates physical, mental and spiritual recovery. Staff endeavors to provide each individual with the skills and know-how to care for themselves once they complete treatment and continue their lives with a renewed perspective. Elevation Behavioral Health aims to elevate the standard for residential treatment and the client towards their highest self without the use of substances by encouraging each individual to discard their former destructive patterns and habits.
Elevation Behavioral Health offers a high-end recovery environment combined with individualized treatment tracks tailored to the unique needs of each client. Residents engage in a combination of traditional therapy and holistic practices for treatment that incorporates physical, mental and spiritual recovery. Staff endeavors to provide each individual with the skills and know-how to care for themselves once they complete treatment and continue their lives with a renewed perspective. Elevation Behavioral Health aims to elevate the standard for residential treatment and the client towards their highest self without the use of substances by encouraging each individual to discard their former destructive patterns and habits.
(818) 435-7927 View (818) 435-7927
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Elevation Behavioral Health Mental Health Retreats
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Watertown, MA 02471
As an intimate rehab, Elevation Behavioral Health provides our clients with specialized treatment to better meet their needs. Through the utilization of behavioral health, holistic and evidenced-based therapies, we provide inpatient mental health treatment and private inpatient mental health facilities.
As an intimate rehab, Elevation Behavioral Health provides our clients with specialized treatment to better meet their needs. Through the utilization of behavioral health, holistic and evidenced-based therapies, we provide inpatient mental health treatment and private inpatient mental health facilities.
(424) 395-3401 View (424) 395-3401
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Dual Diagnosis Treatment at Northeast Addictions
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108
With extensive experience working in the substance use disorder field, Northeast Addictions Treatment Center (NEATC) knows the difference between average treatment and excellence in treatment. We provide evidenced based clinical therapy as well as medicated assisted treatment for individuals suffering from addiction and dual diagnosis disorders. Upon admission, patients are assessed and given a personalized treatment plan per their need and issues. Our team of therapists, medical doctors, and clinicians will help you unearth the underlying causes of your substance use.
With extensive experience working in the substance use disorder field, Northeast Addictions Treatment Center (NEATC) knows the difference between average treatment and excellence in treatment. We provide evidenced based clinical therapy as well as medicated assisted treatment for individuals suffering from addiction and dual diagnosis disorders. Upon admission, patients are assessed and given a personalized treatment plan per their need and issues. Our team of therapists, medical doctors, and clinicians will help you unearth the underlying causes of your substance use.
(617) 829-9456 View (617) 829-9456
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Recovering Champions
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Boston, MA 02106
Recovering Champions is a comprehensive treatment program specializing in substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. To give our clients the best chance of recovery, we offer a structured yet personalized approach that fosters life-changing experiences of hope and freedom.
Recovering Champions is a comprehensive treatment program specializing in substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. To give our clients the best chance of recovery, we offer a structured yet personalized approach that fosters life-changing experiences of hope and freedom.
(508) 388-5641 View (508) 388-5641
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Dana Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02451
Dana Behavioral Health provides a multidisciplinary approach to behavioral health care. For over 30 years, we have treated children, adolescents, adults, and older adults providing group, couple, and individual psychotherapy; medication management; TMS Therapy, EMDR Therapy, Music Therapy, Nutrition & Wellness, and neuropsychological testing. Our clinicians have expertise in treating anxiety, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, PTSD, and other mental illness and psychiatric disorders. We accept both in-person and Telehealth appointments.
Dana Behavioral Health provides a multidisciplinary approach to behavioral health care. For over 30 years, we have treated children, adolescents, adults, and older adults providing group, couple, and individual psychotherapy; medication management; TMS Therapy, EMDR Therapy, Music Therapy, Nutrition & Wellness, and neuropsychological testing. Our clinicians have expertise in treating anxiety, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, PTSD, and other mental illness and psychiatric disorders. We accept both in-person and Telehealth appointments.
(781) 590-3525 View (781) 590-3525
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Advocates Community Counseling
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02451
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates Community Counseling has served as a safety net for people experiencing difficulties in life. Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction and mental health issues, our counselors, clinical nurses, and psychiatrists are here for you.
We support adults, children, and families coping with life’s ups and downs. For more than 30 years, Advocates Community Counseling has served as a safety net for people experiencing difficulties in life. Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction and mental health issues, our counselors, clinical nurses, and psychiatrists are here for you.
(508) 625-9826 View (508) 625-9826
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Hope Ave Therapy
Treatment Center, PsyD, LICSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02453
Hope Ave Therapy is a group of warm, skilled, experienced and effective psychotherapists who practice in Waltham, MA and serve the Greater Boston community. We aim to cultivate an environment where individuals and groups can speak candidly, explore their feelings and better understand themselves. We prioritize trust and authenticity as key tenets of the relationship between a client and therapist and prefer to work collaboratively toward clients’ goals.
Hope Ave Therapy is a group of warm, skilled, experienced and effective psychotherapists who practice in Waltham, MA and serve the Greater Boston community. We aim to cultivate an environment where individuals and groups can speak candidly, explore their feelings and better understand themselves. We prioritize trust and authenticity as key tenets of the relationship between a client and therapist and prefer to work collaboratively toward clients’ goals.
(617) 992-7279 View (617) 992-7279
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Spring Advanced Mental Health Treatment Program
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02118
Silver Spring residential treatment was uniquely created to provide integrative, holistic mental health treatment to adults in a home like environment. We provide the highest quality assessment, diagnosis, stabilization and treatment for adults with psychiatric issues. Psychiatric issues in adults can sometimes be complex and can result from a mix of medical, neurological and even chronic pain. Therefore, our medical team includes a psychiatrist, neurologist, pain management doctor and internist who all work together. We partner with a university to provide advanced cognitive testing, imaging scans and lab tests. We are uniquely licensed to provide cutting edge treatments such as ketamine, TMS and ECT and we offer crisis stabilization. Treatment is provided with kindness, empathy, dignity, and respect. Each treatment plan is designed by our interdisciplinary team and treatment plans evolve during the course of treatment. We reassess and re-evaluate each patient frequently, in order to help them continue to thrive mentally, emotionally and physically.
Silver Spring residential treatment was uniquely created to provide integrative, holistic mental health treatment to adults in a home like environment. We provide the highest quality assessment, diagnosis, stabilization and treatment for adults with psychiatric issues. Psychiatric issues in adults can sometimes be complex and can result from a mix of medical, neurological and even chronic pain. Therefore, our medical team includes a psychiatrist, neurologist, pain management doctor and internist who all work together. We partner with a university to provide advanced cognitive testing, imaging scans and lab tests. We are uniquely licensed to provide cutting edge treatments such as ketamine, TMS and ECT and we offer crisis stabilization. Treatment is provided with kindness, empathy, dignity, and respect. Each treatment plan is designed by our interdisciplinary team and treatment plans evolve during the course of treatment. We reassess and re-evaluate each patient frequently, in order to help them continue to thrive mentally, emotionally and physically.
(562) 512-6340 View (562) 512-6340
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Northeast Addictions Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02109
With extensive experience working in the substance use disorder field, Northeast Addictions Treatment Center (NEATC) knows the difference between average treatment and excellence in treatment. While most addiction centers provide clinical therapy as well as medical assistance, the length of stay does not provide the time needed to uncover the underlying causes and conditions of substance use disorder. However, at NEATC, our team of therapists, medical doctors, and clinicians will help you unearth the underlying causes of your substance use. We then address them directly and assist you in understanding the crux of the problem that leads you back down the path of drinking and using drugs.
With extensive experience working in the substance use disorder field, Northeast Addictions Treatment Center (NEATC) knows the difference between average treatment and excellence in treatment. While most addiction centers provide clinical therapy as well as medical assistance, the length of stay does not provide the time needed to uncover the underlying causes and conditions of substance use disorder. However, at NEATC, our team of therapists, medical doctors, and clinicians will help you unearth the underlying causes of your substance use. We then address them directly and assist you in understanding the crux of the problem that leads you back down the path of drinking and using drugs.
(857) 337-1881 View (857) 337-1881
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Arbour Counseling Services, Allston
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Allston, MA 02134
With many locations throughout Eastern Massachusetts, Arbour Counseling Services (ACS) offers a full range of programs and clinical specialties. Our team of therapists provide comprehensive outpatient counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults. Our facility has offered long term support to the Boston area and is a trusted provider for many. ACS, Allston provides compassionate care for all.
With many locations throughout Eastern Massachusetts, Arbour Counseling Services (ACS) offers a full range of programs and clinical specialties. Our team of therapists provide comprehensive outpatient counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults. Our facility has offered long term support to the Boston area and is a trusted provider for many. ACS, Allston provides compassionate care for all.
(617) 829-9567 View (617) 829-9567
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Tranquil Shores
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Watertown, MA 02472
Tranquil Shores offers a comprehensive, effective program designed for individuals seeking relief from substance abuse and mental health issues. With guidance from our licensed Clinical Team, most of whom are internationally recognized, you will create a treatment plan uniquely specific to your individual needs. The professional staff at Tranquil Shores is focused on helping you gain long-term recovery and is committed to providing exceptional treatment from substance abuse and mental health issues. Our collective experience ensures that we are qualified to meet the treatment needs of many different individuals for a successful, abstinence-based lifestyle. From our medical and clinical staff to our support staff, you will experience compassion, care and confidential healing at Tranquil Shores.
Tranquil Shores offers a comprehensive, effective program designed for individuals seeking relief from substance abuse and mental health issues. With guidance from our licensed Clinical Team, most of whom are internationally recognized, you will create a treatment plan uniquely specific to your individual needs. The professional staff at Tranquil Shores is focused on helping you gain long-term recovery and is committed to providing exceptional treatment from substance abuse and mental health issues. Our collective experience ensures that we are qualified to meet the treatment needs of many different individuals for a successful, abstinence-based lifestyle. From our medical and clinical staff to our support staff, you will experience compassion, care and confidential healing at Tranquil Shores.
(727) 205-6204 View (727) 205-6204


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.