Online Sexual Abuse therapists in West Gate, Virginia VA
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Sexual Abuse
Phillip Thomas Stepka, PsyD.
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
I specialize in evidence-based treatment approaches for acute and chronic trauma. I have advanced training in the treatment of multiple forms of sexual abuse including incest, intimate partner assault, human trafficking, date rape, and other forms of unwanted sexual behavior by others. My primary approach is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) supplemented by ego state therapies.
15 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Marie Paddock, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH, EMDR
Sexual abuse is complex and it is not just about forced intercourse. EMDR and CPT are two very powerful therapeutic techniques that can help set people free from their trauma responses caused by sexual abuse.
19 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
Rebecca Castle-Waller
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Hey Survivor, are you tired of feeling guilty and overwhelmed all the time? Everyone else seems so together and you're stuck battling your past? I get it. My name is Rebecca Castle-Waller and I help badass women with trauma become present in their lives and in their relationships, so you can actually enjoy this life you've built.
Many of my clients grew up in chaotic and unstable homes where from a young age they started taking care of others. Making meals, waking their parents up for work, getting their siblings off to school. From there, you went on to take care of your partner and your kiddos while also working hard to keep everything running smoothly. Now with work and relationships and family drama and life you feel constantly stressed out and like you should be doing more. Oh, and you're doing all of this while facing nightmares, flashbacks, numbness, random waves of anger, and the like. Who's taking care of you?
Let's give you a space where you can be your messy, imperfect self so you can finally take care of you. It's time to heal your trauma, you've built an amazing life and you deserve to actually live it.
7 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Selma Stainback
Psychologist, PsyD
I look forward to working with people who have survived sexual abuse to help them start to change the way they look at what happened to them, their experiences, how they can create the lives and connections they want and see how brave and powerful they were in the past, are now and can be into the future!
19 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Jennifer Whaley
Psychologist, PsyD
Sexual trauma is my specialty area. I create a safe place to slowly though steadily through difficulties with trust, intimacy, shame, and guilt that often occurs after sexual trauma.
10 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Kristee Barker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-S
I am a trauma specialist. Sexual abuse leaves deep and complicated wounds — not just in the body, but in identity, trust, boundaries, and the nervous system. I work with you to rebuild safety at a pace that feels respectful and empowering, helping you understand the parts of yourself that had to adapt in order to survive. Using EMDR, IFS, and other trauma‑focused approaches, we gently process the memories, shame, fear, and self‑blame that often linger long after the abuse ends. My goal is to help you feel grounded, whole, and in control of your story again.
13 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Allison Bernardo
Pre-Licensed Professional, Resident in Counseling
Healing after sexual abuse takes courage, and you deserve a space where you feel safe, respected, and in control of your healing process. Using a trauma-informed approach, we’ll work at your pace to process your experiences, rebuild trust, and help you reclaim your sense of safety and self-worth.
1 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Brian Sharpless
Psychologist, Ph.D., Clinical Psychology; M.A., Philosophy
Sexual abuse doesn't effect everyone the same way. As such, there is no one treatment that works equally for everyone. I have been trained to use various forms of psychodynamic (e.g., Supportive-Expressive Treatment, Transference-Focused Psychotherapy) and cognitive-behavioral (e.g., Prolonged Exposure) therapies to help people suffering from the long-term effects of sexual and physical abuse.
19 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Ylenia Martinez
Counselor/Therapist, PsyD
Surviving sexual abuse can impact your body, boundaries, relationships, and sexuality long after the event. I offer a trauma‑informed, paced approach that centers safety and choice as we process what happened, address triggers, and support you in reclaiming your body, voice, and sense of self.
6 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
Lisa Panelo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MS, LCSW, CTMH
Experiencing sexual abuse can have deep, lasting effects on your sense of safety, trust, and self-worth. Therapy provides a supportive and nonjudgmental space to process your experiences at your own pace. Together, we’ll work on healing from trauma, reclaiming your sense of control, and rebuilding trust in yourself and others.
19 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Paws2Heal Mental Health Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Recovering from sexual abuse requires a safe, empowering therapeutic relationship. Trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, and IFS can help process painful memories while supporting healing, self-trust, and renewed safety.
8 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
Emily Rowe
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Healing from sexual abuse can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I provide trauma-informed care for survivors of sexual abuse, offering a compassionate, non-judgmental space to process your experiences. Through evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and ACT, we’ll work together to help you reclaim your sense of safety, rebuild self-worth, and move toward healing at your own pace.
7 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides trauma-informed therapy for individuals who have experienced sexual abuse and related trauma, including the lasting emotional effects such as shame, guilt, worthlessness, anxiety, depression, fear, emotional numbness, and difficulty with trust, relationships, and self-esteem. These experiences can have a profound and long-term impact on emotional well-being, identity, and overall quality of life.
Brad takes a holistic and trauma-focused approach to healing from sexual abuse, providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients can process their experiences at their own pace. Therapy is designed to help clients reduce emotional distress, restore a sense of safety and control, and begin rebuilding self-worth and emotional stability.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-informed counseling, emotional regulation strategies, and holistic therapeutic approaches to support deep and meaningful healing. Treatment focuses on processing traumatic memories, reducing symptoms of distress, and addressing the underlying emotional impact that often persists long after the abuse has occurred.
Sexual trauma often requires specialized, trauma-focused treatment. While supportive talk therapy can be helpful, deeper healing typically involves addressing the nervous system responses, emotional wounds, and core beliefs formed through the traumatic experience. Brad’s approach is designed to support this deeper level of healing and long-term recovery.
Therapy is collaborative and individualized, allowing clients to feel safe, respected, and empowered throughout the healing process. The focus is on helping clients regain emotional balance, strengthen resilience, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
Healing is possible. With the right support, clients can move beyond the impact of sexual abuse, release feelings of shame and self-blame, and rebuild a stronger, more grounded sense of identity, safety, and self-worth.
28 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Washington Psychological Wellness is passionate about helping people live the lives they have envisioned by bringing values of honesty, kindness, humor and compassion to the practice. Therapy can inspire change, create greater self-awareness and improve one's life and relationships. Our clinicians provide a comfortable and collaborative environment in which you can take risks and explore different ways of thinking, feeling and being. Our aim is to help you gain clarity about the underlying causes of problems, provide strategies to help you cope and empower you to trust your inner voice and live each day authentically. Washington Psychological Wellness believes in respect and equality for all regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, class, caste, religion, belief, sex, gender, language, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex characteristics, age, health or other status. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Call now to schedule your appointment!
12 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
Pamela Brewer
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, Ph.D, LCSW-C,DCSW
Sexual is abuse is never deserved. It is never your "fault". Healing does not have to equal forgive and forget - but you can learn to understand, set limits and know that your pain, your experience was/is real. You can learn to think about your experiences through a different lens. Your life can be better.
41 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Mind Body Connections
Counselor/Therapist
If you are a sexual abuse survivor we understand how hard it can be to trust your story. We will honor your system's need for time to trust both your clinician and your own system to disclose your truth. Using body based approaches, IFS, EMDR, Art therapy and more your story will unfold and heal. You will be guided to bring support and love to the younger version of yourself so that you can increase your self compassion and reclaim body autonomy.
28 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
Joe Groninga
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Sexual abuse often creates very painful symptoms and is something for which I use a therapy called Prolonged Exposure (PE). In this therapy, we will revisit traumatic situations, process painful emotions, and change unhelpful beliefs about yourself and the world around you as a result of your trauma. People are often amazed at how quickly this treatment can work and by the very meaningful change that can result. For these reasons, this is one of my favorite treatments to provide.
21 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
LEGACY MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTING SERVICES
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Legacy Mental Health Consulting Services provides trauma‑informed, compassionate care for survivors of sexual abuse, offering a safe, empowering space to process trauma, rebuild trust, and restore a sense of safety and identity. We support clients in healing at their own pace with dignity and strength.
12 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with adults who are survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Many of the people I see have built full, functioning lives and are often seen as capable, responsible, and reliable by others. Inside, they may carry a private mix of shame, confusion, anger, or grief about what happened, and a sense that they have never really had space to tend to it.
Early abuse can leave traces in many areas of adult life. You might notice difficulty feeling at home in your body; anxiety, numbness, or shutdown in moments of closeness or vulnerability; a persistent sense that you are “too much” or “not enough”; or a tendency to doubt your own perceptions. There may be complicated feelings toward family members who knew, did not know, or minimized what happened, as well as patterns of over‑accommodating, people‑pleasing, or staying in relationships that feel familiar but not truly safe. Sometimes the impact shows up as depression, anxiety, perfectionism, or a feeling of being fundamentally different from others, without always linking it back to your early experiences.
I have worked with survivors of childhood sexual abuse for many years, and this is one of my primary areas of specialization. I know how varied and complex the impact can be. My approach is careful, attuned, and paced to your nervous system. We do not rush into details or push for disclosure. Instead, we focus on helping you feel safer inside your own body and mind, making sense of what happened at a pace that feels manageable, and loosening the grip of shame and self‑blame. Over time, we explore what it means to have real choice, boundaries, and agency in your adult life, including in relationships, work, and family.
My role is to offer a grounded, non‑intrusive space where you do not have to minimize your experience or protect anyone else’s feelings.
26 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse
Julien Moe
Hypnotherapist, Diploma in Clinical and Applied Hypnosis, Diploma in Life Coaching
Sexual abuse is considered treatable using hypnotherapy, which is often utilized to help survivors process trauma, regain self-worth, and reduce PTSD symptoms like flashbacks. It works by addressing subconscious beliefs and emotions in a safe, controlled manner. Experts like Dr. Nancy Irwin suggest it can transform anger and shame into empowerment.
If you have suffered from sexual abuse, I am right here to help you recover and heal. I will help you transform yourself into a new you. Of course, I use Dicit hypnotherapy. Patients with this disorder are getting resilient in no time and living a happy life now. So should you.
10 Years Experience
Online in West Gate, VA
Sexual Abuse therapists in West Gate, Virginia Statistics
Sexual Abuse therapists in West Gate, Virginia average 16 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Sexual Abuse (100%), Trauma and PTSD (89%), and Anxiety or Fears (86%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Sexual Abuse |
| 89% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 86% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 84% | Depression |
| 75% | Stress |
| 66% | Loss or Grief |
| 66% | Self Esteem |