Domestic Abuse therapists in Sterling, Massachusetts MA
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Back In The Saddle Ranch LLC /Creative Solutions Group Trauma Services LLC
Counselor/Therapist, MA LPC, Certified Equine Assisted Therapist, Art Therapist, CSAT/CPTT
Horses are herd animals that naturally want to form bonds with the creatures around them. It makes them feel safe. Whether we realize it or not, we as humans want to feel safe in the same way. But first, trust has to be won, and it’s a two-way street. The person has to behave in a certain way to make the horse trust them. If they are too nervous or aggressive, the horse will back off. Seeing how one’s own emotions are reflected in the horse is the first lightbulb moment for many people new to horse therapy. Domestic abuse survivors can learn so much more from horses, including how to control fear, how to be more assertive, how to be confident, and how to connect with others. They can even identify areas in their own lives that need work. That’s where a good psychotherapist can play a role in creating the right challenges and drawing the right analogies to help people get the most out of horse therapy. If you’d like to experience the power of horse therapy yourself, please contact The Ranch today for more information.
16 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Circle of Healing Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Working with individuals in domestic abuse or violence or for those clients who are recovering after leaving these situations, our focus will be on safety, security and meeting the client where they are at with regards to their readiness to break the cycle.
11 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc.
Counselor/Therapist, LISW-S
Therapy is an essential form of support for victims of domestic abuse and domestic violence, allowing them to recover from the trauma and reestablish control of their lives. Domestic abuse and violence can cause victims severe emotional, psychological, and physical damage, and therapy provides a secure and compassionate environment to address the effects of these experiences and work toward healing and recovery.
It is essential to remember that therapy for survivors of domestic violence is a personal and delicate process. Therapists trained in trauma-informed care and with experience working with survivors of domestic violence can offer the most effective and compassionate support.
If you or someone you know is a survivor of domestic abuse or domestic violence, it is recommended that you seek help from a qualified therapist or counselor with experience working with this population to begin the process of healing and reclaiming control of your life. Additionally, contacting local domestic violence resources and support services can provide valuable assistance and planning for safety.
7 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Allen Shamon
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW, LCSW
The safety of the survivor is paramount. I prioritize immediate safety concerns and provide crisis intervention as needed. This may involve helping the survivor develop a safety plan, accessing emergency shelter or support services, and connecting with resources such as hotlines or advocacy organizations.
4 Years Experience
Domestic Abuse or Violence
Ross W. Hackerson
Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage and Family Therapist MFT
What's this? Someone is angry! What's going on under this? It could be a Behavioral Addiction to anger; it could be a response to the fear and powerlessness created by early adverse experiences; ands it could even be a defense against the loss of Self/Identity. How about we address those issues? My modality of choice is Image Transformation Therapy and the Feeling State model. I find this model creates actual behavioral and motivational change, not just curbing behavior and gutting it out. I back this up with EMDR and the Feeling State Addiction Protocol.
49 Years Experience