Sexual Abuse therapists in Kingman, Arizona AZ
Sexual Abuse
Michaela Decker
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT
Frequently, people who have experienced trauma develop extraordinary survival skills. Often the strategies that were critical for survival, are not sustainable long term and thwart the ability to develop satisfying work, family and/or romantic relationships. Therapy provides an opportunity to become "unstuck" and transcend thinking and behavior patterns that are holding you back from realizing your potential. I specialize in the treatment of PTSD, anxiety and depression, and am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). When distress from a disturbing event remains, the upsetting images, thoughts, and emotions may create an overwhelming feeling of being back in that moment. EMDR therapy helps the brain process these memories, and allows normal healing to resume. EMDR therapy is not complete until attention has been brought to the past memories that are contributing to the problem, the present situations that are disturbing, and what skills the needed for the future.
14 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
Cynthia Leslie
Pastoral Counselor/Therapist, MA, CPRS
The trauma of sexual abuse can leave scars and affect how one shows up in the world. Dealing with secondary issues, such as lack of trust, fear, and other problems can help.
5 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
Kathy Anderson
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LAMFT
If sexual abuse is a part of your story, it's quite common that it might surface within your intimate relationship as trauma symptoms. Often times, this might include complete withdrawal from sexual interaction, avoidance of sex, avoidance of vulnerability or emotional intimacy, dissociation, panic, anxiety surrounding sex, or even hyper sexuality or compulsive sexual activity. Sexual trauma that has not been processed can interrupt a couple's intimacy in a variety of ways. Couple therapy can help to resource some psycho education surrounding your relationship dynamic and how trauma may be impacting it, as well as resource strategies of working through and beyond the trauma into safe connection at your pace. Sexual abuse can already feel so isolating and difficult to carry one your own, so let's create the conditions necessary for your to feel supported and cared for so that you and your partner can reclaim intimacy, sexuality, and vulnerability in a way that feels safe for you both.
5 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Adam Shafer
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
When the foundation of trust shaken (if not feeling broken) through experiences of trauma, the approach to restoring one's life must always be one of sensitivity, patience, and compassion. Without this, there will always be a risk that it will never feel safe enough to heal.
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Heather Lampton
Psychologist, PsyD
If you've experienced sexual abuse, know that you're not alone, and help is available. I provide a safe and confidential space for survivors to process their experiences, rebuild trust, and reclaim their sense of safety and autonomy. Together, we'll work at your pace to address the emotional and psychological impact of the abuse, develop coping strategies, and foster healing and empowerment.
22 Years Experience