Online Emotional Abuse therapists in Briar, Texas TX
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Emotional Abuse
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Emotional Abuse: Reclaiming Your Reality
Healing the Invisible Wounds of the Soul
Emotional abuse is often a "silent" trauma. Because there are no physical scars, survivors frequently find themselves trapped in a cycle of self-doubt, wondering if they are "too sensitive" or if the harm is "all in their head." In my practice, I provide a courageous and affirming space to name the harm, validate your experience, and begin the work of deconstructing the psychological "fog" of abuse.
The Anatomy of Emotional Harm
Emotional abuse is a systematic erosion of a person's sense of self. We work together to identify and heal from patterns of:
Gaslighting & Reality Disturbance: Addressing the profound confusion and overwhelm that occurs when your perception of truth is constantly undermined.
The "Fawn" Response: Understanding why your nervous system may have defaulted to people-pleasing or self-silencing as a survival strategy to avoid conflict.
Chronic Burnout & Shut Down: Healing the exhaustion that comes from living in a state of constant hyper-vigilance, always waiting for the "other shoe to drop."
A Clinical Path to Restoration
With over 20 years of experience, I use a trauma-informed, systemic approach to help you rebuild:
EMDR for Traumatic Memories: We use EMDR to process the specific "stuck" moments of verbal or emotional assault that continue to trigger rejection sensitivity or fear in your current life.
Attachment Repair: We explore how the "system" of the relationship functioned and work to rebuild your attachment to your own intuition and boundaries.
Spiritual & Systemic Deconstruction: For those coming out of high-control religious or social systems, we address the specific ways that power and "divine" authority may have been used as tools of emotional control.
Breaking the Silence
I have an extensive background in working with healers, pastors, and leaders who have experienced emotional abuse within their professional or personal systems. Whether you are currently in the relationship or are years into your "after," you deserve a space that is curious, brave, and entirely yours.
Healing is not just about leaving the situation; it is about returning to yourself.
21 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Tina Nickels
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
You do not deserve this confusing and painful situation. If you are already out of it, there will be healing to do. If you are still experiencing Emotional Abuse, there are things we can do to help you learn to protect and value yourself.
7 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Courtney Loyola
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Emotional abuse can be subtle, confusing, and deeply destabilizing. I help clients identify patterns of manipulation, gaslighting, control, and chronic invalidation. Through trauma-informed therapy and EMDR, we work to restore clarity, confidence, and a grounded sense of self.
13 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Sarita R. Schapiro, Ph.D., P.A.
Psychologist, Florida Licensed Psychologist PY4914, APIT Certified
Supportive coupes counseling to identify and develop effective behavior change
44 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Jill A Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Emotional Abuse Therapy
12 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Brian McCormack (Connemara Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A/LMHCA
I provide support for individuals recovering from emotional abuse, helping clients recognize harmful patterns, rebuild self-worth, and restore a sense of safety and autonomy. Using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and boundary-setting strategies, I help clients process their experiences, challenge internalized negative beliefs, and develop healthier relationship patterns. My work focuses on empowerment, resilience, and healing, guiding individuals toward greater confidence, emotional stability, and the ability to form safe, respectful connections.
2 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Rebecca Phillips, MS, LPC, CCTP, EMDR Therapist in Frisco Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor, Master of Science, LPC, EMDR Therapist, CCTP: Complex Trauma
Emotional Abuse can have a lasting impact on your self esteem, emotional wellbeing, and nervous system. Your reality may become distorted if you've internalized the abuse as your own failings. And it can come from anywhere - significant others, family members, etc. If your confidence in yourself and others has been taken from you, I can help. Contact me to learn more about emotional abuse therapy and EMDR in Frisco Texas, Colorado, and Florida.
8 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Lonnie Bryant
Pastoral Counselor/Therapist, PhD, Certified Anger Management Treatment Professional, Certified Life Coach
Do you cringe when you hear the phrase, "sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me"? The truth is, emotional abuse can often be much more detrimental to your well-being than physical abuse. It can lead to severe lack of self-esteem, depression, anxiety, fear, and much, much more.
You are not the person your abuser says you are. You are deserving of love that doesn't hurt, control, or demean.
Isn't it time for you to discover your goodness and worth? Take advantage of my offer for a FREE phone consultation to see if we can help you find a life you love. Call my office today at 682-365-2099.
42 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Smee Wellness LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LCPC, LCMHC
Emotional abuse can leave scars that are harder to name than physical ones, which can make healing feel confusing or invalidating. We create a space to name what happened, rebuild trust in your own perceptions, and reconnect with your sense of safety and self-worth.
11 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Alanna Preylo
Therapist, LMSW
It's hard to describe the way someone hurt you. It's not so concrete. It always sounds like it is in your head. Even when you're alone, you worry you may just be overreacting. No one believes you. It's a lonely experience and no one acknowledges how society got here. In sessions together, we will honor you. We will honor your Story, your Pain, and Your Knowing.
4 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Amy R. Teel
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LPC-Associate, NARM, SE Trained
Creating space to process confusion, self-doubt, and relational pain while reconnecting with your voice and inner trust.
1 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Noel Curry
Counselor/Therapist
Emotional abuse can leave lasting effects on self-esteem, trust, emotional regulation, and relationship patterns. We help clients process experiences of manipulation, gaslighting, control, criticism, and emotional harm while rebuilding confidence and clarity.
10 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Peter Gould
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in emotional abuse, I provide compassionate and effective treatment to address emotional trauma. My approach, informed by evidence-based therapies, is tailored to meet each individual's unique needs. Trauma can stem from any stressful event that threatens your safety, triggering emotional, psychological, or physical responses that deeply affect your mental health. Unfortunately, many people don't take the time to properly process their trauma, which can lead to long-term mental health issues. My goal is to help you navigate and heal from these experiences for lasting well-being.
22 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Emily Rowe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Emotional abuse can leave deep scars, often making you feel powerless, isolated, or filled with self-doubt. I specialize in helping survivors of emotional abuse process their experiences and rebuild their self-worth. Using trauma-informed therapies like CBT and ACT, I provide a safe, supportive space for you to heal, develop healthier boundaries, and reclaim your sense of self. Together, we’ll work on empowering you to break free from the cycle of abuse and move toward a more fulfilling life.
7 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Zach Ramsey
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LPC-S, CSAT
I work with individuals who have experienced emotional abuse, including patterns of control, manipulation, gaslighting, and chronic invalidation. My approach focuses on helping clients make sense of their experiences, rebuild trust in their own perceptions, and understand the impact these dynamics have had on their identity and relationships. I support clients in developing clear boundaries, recognizing unhealthy patterns, and responding to manipulative behavior with greater confidence and intention. Together, we work to strengthen self-worth, reduce self-doubt, and create a greater sense of safety, autonomy, and stability moving forward.
13 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Kristee Barker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-S
I am a trauma specialist. Emotional abuse is a form of complex trauma. It leaves deep marks on the nervous system, identity, and sense of safety. Using EMDR, IFS, and other trauma‑focused approaches, we gently untangle the fear, shame, confusion, and self‑blame that often linger long after the abuse ends. My goal is to help you feel grounded, empowered, and supported as you reclaim your voice, your boundaries, and your life. I teach you interpersonal effectiveness skills that can help you identify and avoid emotional abuse in the future.
13 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Dawn Nelson
Counselor/Therapist, LCSW-S, ACSW, SAP, CART
Abuse is a complicated issue within a family because it usually involves both love and inappropriate behaviors. Clients feel mixed emotions. I provide a safe, caring, and non-judgmental environment in which you can work through your thoughts and feelings to make the best decisions for you.
36 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Gregg Unterberger
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Ed., LPC
Emotional abuse is insidious. The more we take it, the more we feel like we deserve it, or worse, brought it on ourselves. There is a huge wound to our sense of who we are and what we deserve. But this can be healed with support, kindest and mindfulness in a deeply supportive environment.
28 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX
Emotional Abuse
Aubrey Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Emotional abuse is often subtle, confusing, and difficult to name. Many clients minimize their experiences or question whether what they are going through “counts.” Over time, this can lead to self-doubt, hypervigilance, and a loss of trust in your own perceptions.
Therapy provides a space to clearly identify harmful patterns, rebuild your sense of reality and self-trust, and develop boundaries that protect your emotional well-being.
7 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Melissa Kummer Dague
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Abuse of any kind should never happen, but when it does, therapy can be a valuable tool in healing. I began my career at a domestic violence and sexual assault shelter, and am trained in evidence based trauma modalities like Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to best address the needs of those impacted by violence.
18 Years Experience
Online in Briar, TX (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse therapists in Briar, Texas Statistics
Emotional Abuse therapists in Briar, Texas average 17 years of experience and charge around $181 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Emotional Abuse (100%), Anxiety or Fears (86%), and Depression (86%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$181
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Emotional Abuse |
| 86% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 86% | Depression |
| 84% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Stress |
| 66% | Loss or Grief |