Emotional Abuse therapists in Riverside, CA
Browse Emotional Abuse therapists in Riverside, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Emotional Abuse
Paul Gonsier
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., NASW Diplomate
In private practice for 32 years. I am interested in assisting you with your emotional growth and well-being. It's normal at times in life to have conflicts, but sometimes we need guidance to discover healthier ways to navigate through these challenges to have a more healthy and rewarding life!
41 Years Experience
In-Person in Riverside, CA 92507
Emotional Abuse
Advanced Psychological Associates & Wellness Center
Psychologist, PsyD, Phd, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, Certified Hypnotist & Biofeedback Technician, Massage & Acupuncturist
Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential, and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Our practice style is goal oriented using numerous approaches.
24 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Deborah Vinall
Counselor/Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Emotional abuse can quietly reshape how you see yourself and the world around you. Over time, criticism, manipulation, or invalidation can become internalized, making self-doubt, shame, or harsh inner voices feel like facts rather than the impact of harm.
From a trauma-informed perspective, these patterns are understandable responses to prolonged relational injury. In therapy, we work gently to untangle what was learned in order to survive from what truly belongs to you, supporting a reconnection with your own voice, worth, and inner clarity.
Using approaches such as EMDR, Brainspotting, and parts-based work, we address the emotional and nervous-system effects of emotional abuse at a pace that feels safe and respectful. This work also informs my writing, including Gaslighting: A Step-by-Step Recovery Guide to Heal from Emotional Abuse and Build Healthy Relationships. Healing is possible, and you are worthy of care, compassion, and support.
22 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Emotional Abuse
Stuart Kaplowitz / Serene Pathways Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, MFT
Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me? Who said that? Here is the truth; Sticks and stones may break my bones but words can do serious damage. We can help
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Emotional Abuse
David Sudyka
Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Experiencing emotional abuse can leave you feeling confused, drained, and unsure of your own thoughts or feelings. It can impact your self esteem and the way you relate to others. In therapy we will process what you have been through, rebuild your sense of self, and work on setting healthier boundaries. The goal is to help you feel more confident, more secure, and more in control of your relationships.
4 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, CA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
New Beginnings Christian Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Emotional therapy helps you understand, process, and heal from the full range of human feelings—whether it’s sadness, anger, fear, shame, or joy. Often, unresolved emotions from past experiences or trauma can shape how we respond to life today. In therapy, we create a safe, compassionate space to explore these emotions, uncover their roots, and develop healthy ways to express and regulate them. Integrating evidence-based techniques with Christ-centered support, emotional therapy empowers you to gain clarity, resilience, and a deeper connection with yourself and others.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Emotional Abuse
Chelsea Sutter
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I provide therapy for individuals who have experienced emotional abuse, gaslighting, parentification, or chronic criticism. Our work will include understanding how these experiences have shaped your sense of self and relationships, reconnecting with your mind and body, and learning to recognize and honor your emotional needs. Using an Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach, we’ll work toward rebuilding self-trust and creating relationships and a life that align with your values.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Emotional Abuse
Mary Gonzalez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Emotional abuse can leave lasting wounds that are often invisible to others. Over time, repeated criticism, manipulation, gaslighting, intimidation, control, or emotional neglect can impact your self-esteem, confidence, and ability to trust yourself or others. You may find yourself constantly second-guessing your decisions, walking on eggshells, feeling responsible for other people's emotions, or believing that your needs and feelings don't matter.
At Holding Space Therapy, we provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space to help you heal from the effects of emotional abuse. Whether the abuse occurred in a romantic relationship, family, workplace, or another important relationship, therapy can help you process your experiences, recognize unhealthy patterns, and begin rebuilding a stronger sense of self. Using trauma-informed care and evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and strengths-based interventions, we'll work together to challenge negative beliefs that may have developed through the abuse, regulate overwhelming emotions, strengthen healthy boundaries, and restore your confidence and self-worth.
Healing from emotional abuse is not only about understanding what happened—it's about reclaiming your voice, learning to trust yourself again, and creating relationships built on safety, respect, and mutual support. Throughout therapy, you'll develop practical coping skills, increase emotional resilience, and reconnect with your values, strengths, and personal identity.
6 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, CA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Barry Ross
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, bioenergetic analyst, and psychoanalyst with more than 30 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, and marital couples. I am skilled in helping a person to feel understood and related to in a new and helpful way.
42 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Emotional Abuse
Empowered Path Clinical Counseling, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, MA, CBIF, CAMS-II, CART, LMFT, AMFT, APCC
Emotional abuse can leave invisible wounds that affect self-esteem, trust, and emotional security. We provide a safe space to process these experiences, validate your feelings, and rebuild your sense of self-worth. Therapy focuses on empowerment, boundary-setting, and creating healthy emotional connections.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Riverside is home to UC Riverside and is the economic and cultural hub of the Inland Empire — a vast suburban region east of Los Angeles where high housing costs, long commutes, and economic pressures create distinct mental health challenges for a predominantly working- and middle-class population. The city has a significant Latino and Black population, and bilingual and culturally affirming therapists serve important access roles in communities where language and cultural fit are barriers to mainstream mental health services. Riverside University Health System provides institutional mental health resources for one of California's largest and fastest-growing counties. UC Riverside's psychology program feeds practitioners into the local community, though the Inland Empire as a whole remains underserved relative to coastal California metros.
Emotional Abuse therapists in Riverside, CA Statistics
Emotional Abuse therapists in Riverside, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $211 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (61%), 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
35%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 61% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 42% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 40% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 37% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 31% | Children |
Client Focus
| 72% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Men |
| 40% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 37% | Military / Veterans |