Sexual Abuse Treatment Centers in Texas

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Star Guides Wilderness
Treatment Center, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
San Antonio, TX 78246
Few challenges that families face today, can be as heart breaking as sexual abuse within a family.
STAR Guides is an outdoor therapeutic program designed for youth and young adults who are struggling with problematic sexual behavior. STAR Guides provides families with navigation through these challenges. Regardless of past behaviors, we believe that all youth can learn to achieve healthy sexuality. Research suggests that for many, sexual problematic behavior first begins during the adolescent years. STAR Guides helps youth to deal with these problems while they are still young. Many youth in today's modern world find themselves lost and in need of direction as they attempt to navigate the thick darkness that accompanies sexual behavior problems. Just as the ancient peoples of the world, they are in need of STAR Guides. Based in beautiful St. George, Utah the program provides teens and young adults with a high impact, life-changing therapeutic wilderness experience in the heart of the majestic red rock of the high desert of Southern Utah. STAR Guides is the ideal intervention for individuals needing to learn to manage problematic sexual behaviors that they have been unable to manage previously.
Few challenges that families face today, can be as heart breaking as sexual abuse within a family.
STAR Guides is an outdoor therapeutic program designed for youth and young adults who are struggling with problematic sexual behavior. STAR Guides provides families with navigation through these challenges. Regardless of past behaviors, we believe that all youth can learn to achieve healthy sexuality. Research suggests that for many, sexual problematic behavior first begins during the adolescent years. STAR Guides helps youth to deal with these problems while they are still young. Many youth in today's modern world find themselves lost and in need of direction as they attempt to navigate the thick darkness that accompanies sexual behavior problems. Just as the ancient peoples of the world, they are in need of STAR Guides. Based in beautiful St. George, Utah the program provides teens and young adults with a high impact, life-changing therapeutic wilderness experience in the heart of the majestic red rock of the high desert of Southern Utah. STAR Guides is the ideal intervention for individuals needing to learn to manage problematic sexual behaviors that they have been unable to manage previously.
(866) 592-0230 View (866) 592-0230
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Star Guides Wilderness
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76122
Few challenges that families face today, can be as heart breaking as sexual abuse within a family.
STAR Guides is an outdoor therapeutic program designed for youth and young adults who are struggling with problematic sexual behavior. STAR Guides provides families with navigation through these challenges. Regardless of past behaviors, we believe that all youth can learn to achieve healthy sexuality. Research suggests that for many, sexual problematic behavior first begins during the adolescent years. STAR Guides helps youth to deal with these problems while they are still young. Many youth in today's modern world find themselves lost and in need of direction as they attempt to navigate the thick darkness that accompanies sexual behavior problems. Just as the ancient peoples of the world, they are in need of STAR Guides. Based in beautiful St. George, Utah the program provides teens and young adults with a high impact, life-changing therapeutic wilderness experience in the heart of the majestic red rock of the high desert of Southern Utah. STAR Guides is the ideal intervention for individuals needing to learn to manage problematic sexual behaviors that they have been unable to manage previously.
Few challenges that families face today, can be as heart breaking as sexual abuse within a family.
STAR Guides is an outdoor therapeutic program designed for youth and young adults who are struggling with problematic sexual behavior. STAR Guides provides families with navigation through these challenges. Regardless of past behaviors, we believe that all youth can learn to achieve healthy sexuality. Research suggests that for many, sexual problematic behavior first begins during the adolescent years. STAR Guides helps youth to deal with these problems while they are still young. Many youth in today's modern world find themselves lost and in need of direction as they attempt to navigate the thick darkness that accompanies sexual behavior problems. Just as the ancient peoples of the world, they are in need of STAR Guides. Based in beautiful St. George, Utah the program provides teens and young adults with a high impact, life-changing therapeutic wilderness experience in the heart of the majestic red rock of the high desert of Southern Utah. STAR Guides is the ideal intervention for individuals needing to learn to manage problematic sexual behaviors that they have been unable to manage previously.
(866) 369-8591 View (866) 369-8591
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Hannah's House
Treatment Center, LPC, LCDC, EMDR II
Verified Verified
We are more likely to be victims of abuse or assault, and are more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety or depression.
Hannah’s House provides compassionate addiction treatment designed exclusively for women, including those with co-occurring disorders and trauma. Our unique gender-specific program maintains a female team of addiction professionals on South Padre Island, TX. They work tirelessly to help each patient identify their barriers to behavioral recovery and develop coping strategies for total health and wellbeing. Through ongoing collaboration, the team at Hannah’s House builds comprehensive treatment plans that take each woman’s strengths, challenges, and personal history into account. Every day, our medical and clinical professionals share their perspectives and discuss individual solutions for long-term recovery. Through an integrated approach to wellness, we find proven clinical interventions that help each woman recover her authentic self.
We are more likely to be victims of abuse or assault, and are more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety or depression.
Hannah’s House provides compassionate addiction treatment designed exclusively for women, including those with co-occurring disorders and trauma. Our unique gender-specific program maintains a female team of addiction professionals on South Padre Island, TX. They work tirelessly to help each patient identify their barriers to behavioral recovery and develop coping strategies for total health and wellbeing. Through ongoing collaboration, the team at Hannah’s House builds comprehensive treatment plans that take each woman’s strengths, challenges, and personal history into account. Every day, our medical and clinical professionals share their perspectives and discuss individual solutions for long-term recovery. Through an integrated approach to wellness, we find proven clinical interventions that help each woman recover her authentic self.
(956) 420-6568 View (956) 420-6568
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the Montrose Center
Treatment Center, MCP, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006
We work with: • clients to help them better understand who they are and resolve lingering feelings of depression or anxiety about themselves; • people living with HIV to help them improve their quality of life and mental health while aggressively pursuing medical treatments; • people whose substance use and sexual health are intertwined and want to examine a healthier way to experience sex in recovery; • clients who have experienced interpersonal violence at home, sexual assault, human trafficking, hate crime, or other ways of being victimized by helping them process the trauma they have experienced and offering housing assistance when appropriate; • seniors who are experiencing phase of life issues; • youth who are examining their gender; and • Veterans by providing low-cost/no-cost counseling through state-funded grants.
Clients include a spectrum of mental health concerns – depression, anxiety, substance use, sexual health in recovery, psychiatric medication management, trauma, interpersonal violence, adjustment to medical problems, and others. Our primary client base is made up of members of the LGBTQ+ community but others are welcome. Many of our clients have met with stigma and discrimination when they have sought help from other providers. Many of our clients are members of the LGBTQ+ community and have faced many difficulties in “coming out” to family, friends, and important others.
We work with: • clients to help them better understand who they are and resolve lingering feelings of depression or anxiety about themselves; • people living with HIV to help them improve their quality of life and mental health while aggressively pursuing medical treatments; • people whose substance use and sexual health are intertwined and want to examine a healthier way to experience sex in recovery; • clients who have experienced interpersonal violence at home, sexual assault, human trafficking, hate crime, or other ways of being victimized by helping them process the trauma they have experienced and offering housing assistance when appropriate; • seniors who are experiencing phase of life issues; • youth who are examining their gender; and • Veterans by providing low-cost/no-cost counseling through state-funded grants.
Clients include a spectrum of mental health concerns – depression, anxiety, substance use, sexual health in recovery, psychiatric medication management, trauma, interpersonal violence, adjustment to medical problems, and others. Our primary client base is made up of members of the LGBTQ+ community but others are welcome. Many of our clients have met with stigma and discrimination when they have sought help from other providers. Many of our clients are members of the LGBTQ+ community and have faced many difficulties in “coming out” to family, friends, and important others.
(832) 219-1583 View (832) 219-1583
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Origins Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Origins Recovery Center removes the stigma associated with seeking help and provides a safe, confidential environment in which men can find lifelong sobriety. Our highly credentialed addiction professionals are trained to address deeply rooted issues and clear a path to emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness. We specialize in treating men of all ages with addiction and complex co-occurring disorders. This focused environment creates an atmosphere of equality and support where men can improve how they relate to each other, learn to model acceptable behaviors, and participate in the sense of camaraderie that is lacking during active substance use. Rooted in the belief that every man can recover, our program unites the best in advanced clinical therapies and contemporary addiction medicine.
Origins Recovery Center removes the stigma associated with seeking help and provides a safe, confidential environment in which men can find lifelong sobriety. Our highly credentialed addiction professionals are trained to address deeply rooted issues and clear a path to emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness. We specialize in treating men of all ages with addiction and complex co-occurring disorders. This focused environment creates an atmosphere of equality and support where men can improve how they relate to each other, learn to model acceptable behaviors, and participate in the sense of camaraderie that is lacking during active substance use. Rooted in the belief that every man can recover, our program unites the best in advanced clinical therapies and contemporary addiction medicine.
(956) 253-1614 View (956) 253-1614
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Nova Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Wimberley, TX 78676
Overcoming your addiction to drugs or alcohol will likely be one of the greatest challenges you'll ever face. Addiction is a devastating, debilitating disease. Its fallout can be far-reaching and long lasting, with negative impacts on your life and the lives of everyone around you. Nova Recovery Center, a residential drug and alcohol treatment center, understands recovery is a continuous process. Our continuum of care, is specifically designed for the highest possible outcomes for long-term sobriety. Contacting Nova Recovery residential drug and alcohol treatment center is the first step to changing lives
Overcoming your addiction to drugs or alcohol will likely be one of the greatest challenges you'll ever face. Addiction is a devastating, debilitating disease. Its fallout can be far-reaching and long lasting, with negative impacts on your life and the lives of everyone around you. Nova Recovery Center, a residential drug and alcohol treatment center, understands recovery is a continuous process. Our continuum of care, is specifically designed for the highest possible outcomes for long-term sobriety. Contacting Nova Recovery residential drug and alcohol treatment center is the first step to changing lives
(512) 843-8541 View (512) 843-8541
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Oceans Behavioral Hospital Corpus Christi
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oceans Corpus Christi provides outpatient mental health services in a safe and comfortable environment with individual and group treatment programs designed to meet the specific needs of patients during many stages of life.
Oceans Corpus Christi provides outpatient mental health services in a safe and comfortable environment with individual and group treatment programs designed to meet the specific needs of patients during many stages of life.
(361) 371-8933 View (361) 371-8933
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Oceans Behavioral Hospital Permian Basin
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Midland, TX 79706
Oceans Permian Basin provides outpatient mental health services in a safe and comfortable environment with individual and group treatment programs designed to meet the specific needs of patients during many stages of life.
Oceans Permian Basin provides outpatient mental health services in a safe and comfortable environment with individual and group treatment programs designed to meet the specific needs of patients during many stages of life.
(432) 219-4041 View (432) 219-4041
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The Timothy Center
Treatment Center, PhD, LPC-S, CSAT-C2, PA-C
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759
In 2017, The Timothy Center was awarded the Gold Seal of Approval in Behavioral Health Care and Accredited by The Joint Commission. Created out of a passion to provide professional counseling to adults, adolescents and their families, who oftentimes struggled socially, emotionally, academically, and spiritually. The vision was to broaden the practice to meet the needs of Austinites and their families and to support and offer help to navigate through life's challenges. The Center has grown from 2 full-time counselors to 11. Using proven psychotherapeutic techniques coupled with accredited training and licensure, The Timothy Center has become one of the most sought after Centers - now open in 4 Austin locations, with secure online counseling available throughout the State.
In 2017, The Timothy Center was awarded the Gold Seal of Approval in Behavioral Health Care and Accredited by The Joint Commission. Created out of a passion to provide professional counseling to adults, adolescents and their families, who oftentimes struggled socially, emotionally, academically, and spiritually. The vision was to broaden the practice to meet the needs of Austinites and their families and to support and offer help to navigate through life's challenges. The Center has grown from 2 full-time counselors to 11. Using proven psychotherapeutic techniques coupled with accredited training and licensure, The Timothy Center has become one of the most sought after Centers - now open in 4 Austin locations, with secure online counseling available throughout the State.
(512) 598-4960 View (512) 598-4960
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Ascension Seton Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731
When you need help, but reaching out feels overwhelming, you can turn to the licensed mental health professionals at Ascension Seton Healthcare Family to help. For over 15 years, Ascension Seton has been providing specialized intensive outpatient treatment to adults experiencing emotional and/or substance abuse difficulties. As the longest running intensive outpatient program in Austin, we are committed to the emotional well being of Central Texans, every step of the way.
When you need help, but reaching out feels overwhelming, you can turn to the licensed mental health professionals at Ascension Seton Healthcare Family to help. For over 15 years, Ascension Seton has been providing specialized intensive outpatient treatment to adults experiencing emotional and/or substance abuse difficulties. As the longest running intensive outpatient program in Austin, we are committed to the emotional well being of Central Texans, every step of the way.
(512) 271-4044 x3 View (512) 271-4044 x3
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Oceans Behavioral Hospital Katy
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Katy, TX 77450
Oceans Katy provides outpatient mental health services in a safe and comfortable environment with individual and group treatment programs designed to meet the specific needs of patients during many stages of life.
Oceans Katy provides outpatient mental health services in a safe and comfortable environment with individual and group treatment programs designed to meet the specific needs of patients during many stages of life.
(281) 783-9810 View (281) 783-9810
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Mesa Springs Hospital
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76123
Mesa Springs is a leading provider of high-quality behavioral healthcare services. Our engaged and mission-driven team is dedicated to Changing People's Lives through a patient-centric approach to delivering superior outcomes. Our 72-bed, state-of-the-art facility provides quality, compassionate treatment of mental illness and addiction, offering a broad scope of inpatient and outpatient services for our diverse patient population.
Mesa Springs is a leading provider of high-quality behavioral healthcare services. Our engaged and mission-driven team is dedicated to Changing People's Lives through a patient-centric approach to delivering superior outcomes. Our 72-bed, state-of-the-art facility provides quality, compassionate treatment of mental illness and addiction, offering a broad scope of inpatient and outpatient services for our diverse patient population.
(817) 567-2871 View (817) 567-2871
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Connell & Associates
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Killeen, TX 76542  (Online Only)
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! ONLINE VISITS AVAILABLE ACROSS TEXAS. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, marital problems, or difficulties with your child, we are here to help. Connell & Associates has proudly served families in central Texas since 2013, and now we are excited to offer telehealth services through Texas. Our caring and experienced clinical staff offer individual therapy, couples counseling, psychotropic medication management, and diagnostic evaluation services. We are proud to be the top-rated behavioral health group in central Texas, and we strive to make every interaction as positive and therapeutic as possible.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! ONLINE VISITS AVAILABLE ACROSS TEXAS. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, marital problems, or difficulties with your child, we are here to help. Connell & Associates has proudly served families in central Texas since 2013, and now we are excited to offer telehealth services through Texas. Our caring and experienced clinical staff offer individual therapy, couples counseling, psychotropic medication management, and diagnostic evaluation services. We are proud to be the top-rated behavioral health group in central Texas, and we strive to make every interaction as positive and therapeutic as possible.
(254) 503-3827 View (254) 503-3827
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Blank Slate Therapy
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75034
Blank Slate Therapy is a multidisciplinary counseling practice offering support, healing and hope for individuals across the lifespan. Our psychologists and master’s level clinicians provide play therapy ( ages 3-11), adolescent therapy, adult therapy, couples therapy and groups. We are an evidence based counseling practice, providing quality care based on the most up-to-date research. Our 30 plus clinicians offer varying areas of expertise, and a shared of focus of improving lives. We recognize that everyone walking into our office is unique, and will tailor a treatment plan just for you. Learn more about our staff of Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Psychologists and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists by following the link to our website.
Blank Slate Therapy is a multidisciplinary counseling practice offering support, healing and hope for individuals across the lifespan. Our psychologists and master’s level clinicians provide play therapy ( ages 3-11), adolescent therapy, adult therapy, couples therapy and groups. We are an evidence based counseling practice, providing quality care based on the most up-to-date research. Our 30 plus clinicians offer varying areas of expertise, and a shared of focus of improving lives. We recognize that everyone walking into our office is unique, and will tailor a treatment plan just for you. Learn more about our staff of Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Psychologists and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists by following the link to our website.
(469) 251-5387 View (469) 251-5387
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Emerge Recovery TX IOP
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78757
Emerge Recovery TX seeks to educate, support and nurture women as they develop and utilize skills to identify and heal from trauma and substance use disorders. Our vision is to provide a curative path to long-term recovery and a direct nexus between the decisive moment and crucial action that is needed to overcome suffering from addiction. We have developed innovative approaches to recovery that enable women to take back their health and empowerment.
Emerge Recovery TX seeks to educate, support and nurture women as they develop and utilize skills to identify and heal from trauma and substance use disorders. Our vision is to provide a curative path to long-term recovery and a direct nexus between the decisive moment and crucial action that is needed to overcome suffering from addiction. We have developed innovative approaches to recovery that enable women to take back their health and empowerment.
(512) 768-4034 View (512) 768-4034
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Clearfork Academy
Treatment Center, LPC-S, LCSW, LMFT, MD
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76135
Addiction is a powerful thing. Substance abuse rehabilitation requires more than behavioral modification; it requires a heart change. Jesus is the one best qualified to change hearts, so He's central to all we do at Clearfork.
Addiction is a powerful thing. Substance abuse rehabilitation requires more than behavioral modification; it requires a heart change. Jesus is the one best qualified to change hearts, so He's central to all we do at Clearfork.
(817) 767-4043 View (817) 767-4043
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Depression Treatment | Cedar Crest Hospital
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Belton, TX 76513
Cedar Crest Hospital and Residential Treatment Center is located on 30 acres in the beautiful rolling hills of Central Texas. At Cedar Crest we provide innovate behavioral health and substance abuse treatment for children, adolescents, adults, senior adults, and military personnel. Our private campus includes walking trails, picnic areas, a low elements ropes course, outdoor swimming pool, full size gym, and state-of the art exercise equipment; providing opportunities for leisure, therapeutic recreation, and team building skills. For individuals who are struggling with depression Cedar Crest provides a full continuum of care including inpatient, outpatient, longer-term residential, and partial hospitalization treatment. For over 25 years, Cedar Crest has successfully served our community treating substance abuse and mental health issues, such as depression, with treatment plan tailed to each clients personalized needs. We continually strive to be a leader in behavioral healthcare and guiding light for our community.
Cedar Crest Hospital and Residential Treatment Center is located on 30 acres in the beautiful rolling hills of Central Texas. At Cedar Crest we provide innovate behavioral health and substance abuse treatment for children, adolescents, adults, senior adults, and military personnel. Our private campus includes walking trails, picnic areas, a low elements ropes course, outdoor swimming pool, full size gym, and state-of the art exercise equipment; providing opportunities for leisure, therapeutic recreation, and team building skills. For individuals who are struggling with depression Cedar Crest provides a full continuum of care including inpatient, outpatient, longer-term residential, and partial hospitalization treatment. For over 25 years, Cedar Crest has successfully served our community treating substance abuse and mental health issues, such as depression, with treatment plan tailed to each clients personalized needs. We continually strive to be a leader in behavioral healthcare and guiding light for our community.
(855) 771-9649 View (855) 771-9649
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Oceans Behavioral Hospital Lufkin
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Lufkin, TX 75901
Oceans Lufkin provides outpatient mental health services in a safe and comfortable environment with individual and group treatment programs designed to meet the specific needs of patients during many stages of life.
Oceans Lufkin provides outpatient mental health services in a safe and comfortable environment with individual and group treatment programs designed to meet the specific needs of patients during many stages of life.
(936) 632-2815 View (936) 632-2815
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Mindful Innovations Counseling Services, PLLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209
Whether you are seeking help with recovery, mental health, co-occurring disorder, marital or relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma related symptoms, PTSD, or just need some extra support the therapists at Mindful Innovations provide a safe and confidential environment. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan with your input. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. All of the therapists at Mindful Innovations are licensed through the state of Texas in either addiction counseling or professional mental health counseling. We have therapists who specialize in addiction and recovery, trauma and PTSD, and mindfulness based stress reduction.
Whether you are seeking help with recovery, mental health, co-occurring disorder, marital or relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma related symptoms, PTSD, or just need some extra support the therapists at Mindful Innovations provide a safe and confidential environment. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan with your input. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. All of the therapists at Mindful Innovations are licensed through the state of Texas in either addiction counseling or professional mental health counseling. We have therapists who specialize in addiction and recovery, trauma and PTSD, and mindfulness based stress reduction.
(210) 864-5262 View (210) 864-5262
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Oceans Behavioral Hospital Abilene
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Abilene, TX 79602
Oceans Abilene provides outpatient mental health services in a safe and comfortable environment with individual and group treatment programs designed to meet the specific needs of patients during many stages of life.
Oceans Abilene provides outpatient mental health services in a safe and comfortable environment with individual and group treatment programs designed to meet the specific needs of patients during many stages of life.
(325) 480-3611 View (325) 480-3611
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.