Domestic Abuse therapists in Carpinteria, California CA
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Eric Olsen
Life Coach, Trauma, PTSD, BSc Sciences, DoD Career Councilor, SARC, DAPA, Pre Licensed Human Intelligence / Psychology, Life Coach. | Professional Support: LSSBB, PgM, Bluestone PMP,
We help you recover from domestic abuse and violence.
15 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Dr. LaQuesha Robinson
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
In my practice, I offer specialized support for individuals who have experienced domestic abuse or violence, recognizing the profound and lasting impact such experiences can have on one's emotional and physical well-being. Navigating the aftermath of abuse requires a sensitive, empowering, and trauma-informed approach. I am committed to providing a safe and confidential space where survivors can share their stories without fear of judgment and begin the process of healing and reclaiming their lives. Together, we'll work on understanding the dynamics of abuse, addressing feelings of fear, shame, and isolation, and developing strategies for safety, self-care, and building healthier relationships. My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices tailored to each individual's needs, fostering resilience, self-esteem, and the strength to move forward. Whether you are currently in an abusive situation or dealing with past trauma, my practice is here to support you on your journey towards healing and empowerment.
12 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Dr. Linda Haack, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Dr. Linda Haack, Ph.D. has specialized training in both Domestic Violence and Seeking Safety Trauma Recovery.
33 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Dr. Ingrid Solano
Psychologist, PhD
Making sense of trauma, and the impact of trauma, can be accompanied by the fear that you will never be able to overcome the distress you feel when you remember the experience or when those intrusive nightmares, flashbacks, and negative thoughts come crashing into your awareness. Through trauma-focused therapy we reclaim confidence, hopefulness, intimacy, safety, self-esteem, and trust. I have specific expertise in treating trauma symptoms related to sexual assault, intimate partner violence and emotional abuse, military sexual trauma (MST), childhood and complex sexual trauma, violence, and combat trauma experienced by Veterans. These experiences can impact physical health, and daily life.
Many people will experience a form of trauma in their lives. Trauma can come with feelings of shame, anger, and confusion. Posttraumatic stress is a normal human reaction to traumatic events. However, for some individuals this stress persists and interferes with their ability to live the life that they want. I work with complex cases that sometimes include dissociation, numbness, anger, risky behaviors, and years of avoidance. The treatments I provide are the most powerful and effective treatments available for these conditions. I have expertise in individual, as well as relationship (i.e., with a partner) based trauma-focused therapies. I have experienced many times how these treatments help people gain new perspectives about what happened to them, develop a sense of empowerment over their trauma, and improve their lives. These treatments can also be helpful if you feel stuck following experiences of trauma, even if you don’t have PTSD. If you’re unsure whether you want to discuss your trauma, or unsure which approach feels like a good fit for you, we can discuss your concerns. We will explore trauma-focused care that builds upon your current support, coping skills, and personal experience. I primarily employ time-limited, evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (CBT) such as CPT, PE, and CBCT. (See Individual and Couples Therapy based Trauma-Focused Services.)
In psychological literature, stressors are defined as events and conditions (e.g., losing a job, death of an intimate partner) that cause change and require that the individual adapt to the new situation or life circumstance. Stress processes can include the experience of prejudice events, expectations of rejection, hiding and concealing your authentic self, internalized homophobia, intimate partner violence, discrimination, and ameliorative coping processes that have become bad, ineffective habits. These experiences can be particularly painful when there is social pressure to conceal your experiences, or stigma. I address what it’s like to have no one to talk to about these experiences, and any distress that comes from having nowhere to do this work safely. I practice LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy that considers the impact of minority stress and chronic stress responses. Aside from these stress processes, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and heterosexuals who report any same-sex sexual partners over their lifetime, have greater risk of childhood maltreatment, interpersonal violence, trauma to a close friend or relative, and unexpected death of someone close.
13 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Dr. Rebecca Scott, Psy.D
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Certified in Holistic Health
I have a subspecialty in domestic violence and abuse supportive survivors. I deliver psychoeducation, normalization of experience, CBT skills to manage and cope, and empathy and encouragement.
15 Years Experience