Emotional Abuse therapists in Pacifica, CA
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Emotional Abuse
Nicole Bermensolo
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., AMFT
Are you sick of being told you're crazy? Well, I'm here to tell you that you're not. Emotionally abusive people in our lives use manipulation, gaslighting, and other tactics to gain power and control. Whether it was at the hands of a narcissistic parent or abusive partner, I specialize in helping clients overcome trauma resulting from interpersonal relationships. I am living proof that you can heal and recover from emotional abuse to live a rich and fulfilling life on your terms.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pacifica, CA
Online in Pacifica, CA
Emotional Abuse
Lisa Abdilova Andresen
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
What if it's precisely because you're smart, caring, and accommodating that you've been targeted by manipulative people? It's not your fault that people can be untrustworthy, self-serving, harsh, and insensitive.
Narcissists and Sociopaths represent 2% of the population, and they often have children. Growing up with highly critical, emotionally unavailable parents, who may have been caught up in their own mental health challenges, addictions, or abusive relationships can be considered traumatic.
People who've survived narcissistic abuse, upbringings without empathy, or a relentless break-down of your ego can still be successful high-achievers and entrepreneurs. Even after trying everything you can to keep the peace, please them, what if you still feel unsupported by your loved ones?
I specialize in the links between trauma and achievement, as well as family estrangement. Gradually, you'll learn that your preferences and needs matter too. We'll identify your triggers, practice self-regulation strategies, and develop tools for you to connect with your self-worth, establish a sense of safety, and identify trustworthy people.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pacifica, CA
Online in Pacifica, CA
Emotional Abuse
Eric Olsen
Life Coach, PTSD, Trauma Triage, BSc Social Sciences, DoD Career Councilor, SARC, DAPA, Pre Licensed Human Intelligence / Psychology, Life Coach. | Professional Support: LSSBB, PgM, Bluestone PMP,
We work on the emotional abuse you've experienced and teach you knew skills to help get over the pain and trauma and instill new self confidence and self esteem.
17 Years Experience
Online in Pacifica, CA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Corrie Blissit
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT#150479
Victims of emotional abuse may feel like they have completely lost themselves. When we experience psychological abuse, there are severe ramifications that impact our ability to function holistically in our lives. To make matters worse, emotional abuse is often invisible to others. Our partner may behave differently in front our friends and family, but behind closed doors they are bullies and tyrants. This leads to feelings of isolation, hopelessness, and shame. As the confusion and disorientation of this experience sets in, victims start to distrust their own healthy instincts and may even blame themselves for their partners abusive behaviors. The cycle of psychological beatings is a soul killing process. Whether you experienced emotional abuse as a child or are currently living with this traumatic experience, there is hope, joy, and empowerment to be found beyond the pain and suffering. Call or email me today to schedule a free 20-minute consultation.
5 Years Experience
Online in Pacifica, CA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Erin Powers
Counselor/Therapist, APCC 9590
I have experience working with clients who have dealt with emotional abuse. I utilize various modalities to support you in overcoming the negative effects/trauma of such experiences.
6 Years Experience
Online in Pacifica, CA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Julie Levin
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
So often, family members who struggle with addiction and mental illness become abusive. They may not even understand how their behavior impacts others. If you grew up with emotional abuse, you may not even fully recognize it as abuse - because it has become so normal. But you know you’re hurting. You know you feel fear in situations that don’t seem to bother others. You may have a harsh inner critic, worry about what others think of you, or get stuck in shame spirals - especially if shame was used to control or manipulate you. I help clients develop an inner voice that is consistently warm, kind, supportive and nurturing. As this inner voice develops, it not only heals past abuse, it also prevents future abuse. Because, once you feel what it’s like to be truly cared for (from within), it becomes nearly impossible to settle for less.
27 Years Experience
Online in Pacifica, CA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Abigail (Abi) Zarate Ramsay
Pre-Licensed Professional, Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee, Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee
I help survivors of emotional abuse recognize harmful patterns, heal from gaslighting and control, and rebuild self-trust, boundaries, and safer, more supportive relationships.
0 Years Experience
Online in Pacifica, CA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Lisa Paer
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, EMDR Certified
Emotional abuse can have a profound impact on your self-worth, confidence, and happiness. It can cause you to feel worthless, hopeless, isolated, or trapped. You may also suffer from anxiety, depression, or PTSD. I can help you heal from the trauma of emotional abuse and regain your sense of self. My approach is based on a technique called EMDR, which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. EMDR is a method that can help you process challenging experiences and reduce their negative impact on your present and future. It can help you feel more empowered, assertive, and optimistic. I’m a caring and non-judgmental therapist who will create a safe and supportive space for you to work through your trauma, establish healthy boundaries, and enhance your well-being.
11 Years Experience
Online in Pacifica, CA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Miriam Adrianowicz
Psychologist, PsyD
Relationships can turn abusive at times. Your safety is my priority, and we'll work together to implement ways to increase your sense of safety. It is important to understand that emotional abuse is abuse. It may not be as clear cut as physical abuse, but it is equally as harmful and traumatic. Together, we'll process your experience, try to understand the relational dynamic, and emphasize that the abuse you suffered is not your fault.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pacifica, CA
Online in Pacifica, CA
Emotional Abuse
Mia Turner
Therapist, MA, RYT, ASDCS, LMFT, NPT-C, CMNCS, CMIP
Healing support for survivors of emotionally abusive, manipulative, coercive, controlling, narcissistic, psychologically harmful, or chronically invalidating relationships. These experiences often leave impacts that extend far beyond the relationship itself, shaping self-trust, identity, nervous system functioning, boundaries, self-worth, and one's relationship with reality.
Emotional abuse can gradually erode confidence in your own thoughts, feelings, perceptions, memories, instincts, and lived experiences. It may show up as chronic self-doubt, people-pleasing, hypervigilance, walking on eggshells, perfectionism, difficulty trusting yourself, over-explaining, self-silencing, emotional overwhelm, dissociation, chronic guilt, difficulty identifying your needs, or feeling disconnected from your own voice and inner knowing. Many of these responses reflect the intelligence of a nervous system that learned to adapt to unpredictability, criticism, manipulation, invalidation, coercion, or emotional unsafety.
This work explores not only what happened within the relationship, but also the ways those experiences may continue to live within the body, nervous system, beliefs, relationships, and sense of self. Attention is given to the influence of attachment experiences, family systems, culture, gender, spirituality, trauma, internalized narratives, and the survival strategies that may have helped you navigate difficult relational environments. Particular care is given to understanding how emotional abuse intersects with neurodivergence, disability, chronic illness, race, culture, sexuality, and other identities that may have shaped vulnerability, coping, and meaning-making.
My approach integrates EMDR, somatic therapy, mindfulness, polyvagal-informed practices, attachment-focused therapy, parts work and Internal Family Systems (IFS), neuropsychotherapy, expressive arts, narrative therapy, and liberation-oriented healing. Therapy may include exploring patterns of protection, reconnecting with bodily wisdom and intuition, strengthening boundaries, processing traumatic experiences, understanding attachment wounds, reclaiming agency, and developing a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
Healing is not approached as becoming less sensitive, more agreeable, or simply "moving on." It is often about reclaiming trust in your own experiences, reconnecting with your body's signals, honoring your needs and emotions, unlearning harmful messages you may have internalized, and creating enough safety for your voice, boundaries, values, and authentic self to take up space again. The goal is not simply to recover from what happened, but to cultivate relationships with yourself and others that are grounded in mutual respect, authenticity, consent, reciprocity, and care.
10 Years Experience
Online in Pacifica, CA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse therapists in Pacifica, CA Statistics
Emotional Abuse therapists in Pacifica, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $211 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (62%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (47%), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (42%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$211
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 62% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 42% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 38% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 33% | Children |
Client Focus
| 72% | Women |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Men |
| 40% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |