Sexual Abuse therapists in Riverside, CA
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Sexual 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
Sexual Abuse
C&C Center for Healing
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, PMHNP
We offer compassionate, trauma-informed care for individuals impacted by sexual abuse. Our providers prioritize safety, trust, and empowerment while supporting emotional healing through therapy and psychiatric care when appropriate. Services are available online and in person in a respectful, supportive environment.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Sexual 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
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Deborah Vinall
Counselor/Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Sexual abuse can have lasting effects on how you experience your body, relationships, boundaries, and sense of self. Survivors may carry shame, fear, confusion, numbness, or self-blame—often long after the abuse has ended. These responses are not signs of weakness, but understandable adaptations to profound boundary violations.
From a trauma-informed perspective, healing involves restoring a sense of safety, choice, and connection—both within yourself and in relationship with others. Therapy is not about retelling what happened before you’re ready, but about supporting your nervous system in processing the impact of abuse in a way that feels respectful and contained.
With the support of EMDR, Brainspotting, and parts-based work, we move at a pace guided by your needs and readiness. The work is collaborative and attuned, with careful attention to consent, empowerment, and your autonomy throughout the process. Healing is possible, and you do not have to carry this alone.
22 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Sexual Abuse
Stuart Kaplowitz / Serene Pathways Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, MFT
We are here to support and address how this may be impacting you in the here and now
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Sexual Abuse
Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Experiences of sexual abuse can have lasting effects on emotional well-being, relationships, and sense of self. I provide a steady, respectful space to process these experiences at your own pace. Therapy focuses on understanding the impact, rebuilding a sense of safety, and supporting healing in a way that feels manageable and grounded.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Sexual Abuse
Mary Gonzalez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
The effects of sexual abuse can extend far beyond the abuse itself, influencing how you see yourself, relate to others, and move through the world. Whether the abuse occurred in childhood, adolescence, or adulthood, you may experience anxiety, depression, PTSD, shame, guilt, fear, emotional numbness, intrusive memories, nightmares, difficulty trusting others, or feeling disconnected from your body. These responses are common reactions to trauma—they are not signs of weakness or personal failure.
At Holding Space Therapy, we provide a safe, compassionate, and trauma-informed environment where you can begin healing at a pace that feels right for you. We understand that talking about sexual abuse can feel overwhelming, and there is never pressure to share more than you are ready to discuss. Building safety, trust, and emotional stability is an essential part of the healing process. Using evidence-based approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, grounding techniques, and other trauma-informed interventions, we'll work together to process traumatic memories, reduce distressing symptoms, challenge shame-based beliefs, strengthen coping skills, and help your nervous system move out of survival mode.
Healing from sexual abuse is about more than reducing symptoms—it's about reclaiming your voice, restoring your sense of safety, rebuilding trust in yourself and others, and reconnecting with your strengths, identity, and self-worth. Throughout therapy, you'll be supported in developing healthy boundaries, increasing self-compassion, and creating relationships built on safety, respect, and mutual care. While the impact of sexual abuse can be profound, it does not define who you are or what your future can hold. With compassionate support and evidence-based treatment, healing is possible. You deserve a space where your experiences are honored, your story is respected, and your recovery is supported every step of the way.
6 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, CA (Online Only)
Sexual 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
Sexual Abuse
Empowered Path Clinical Counseling, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, MA, CBIF, CAMS-II, CART, LMFT, AMFT, APCC
Healing from sexual abuse is deeply personal and requires a safe, supportive environment. We offer trauma-informed therapy to help survivors process their experiences, reduce shame, and rebuild a sense of safety and self-worth. Our approach is always guided by your comfort and readiness.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Riverside, CA
Online in Riverside, CA
Sexual Abuse
Marley Cote
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Shame. Disgust. Betrayal. Terror. Panic. Helplessness. Rage. These are the common emotions that haunt or plague many survivors of sexual abuse. Further, sexual abuse can leave survivors feeling fragmented and dehumanized. These emotions are often only one part of struggling to survive, with flashbacks and trauma responses often frustrating or flooding survivors. Many survivors often wonder if they will ever feel "normal" again after what has happened, if it is even possible to find safety again within and outside of themselves. In my work with survivors, my clients discover what it means to be grounded again within their bodies, to find their bodies safe again, and to release trauma that has limited them for so long.
7 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.
Sexual Abuse therapists in Riverside, CA Statistics
Sexual Abuse therapists in Riverside, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (60%), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (50%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (46%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 60% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 46% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 39% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 39% | Somatic Therapy |
| 37% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 36% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 51% | Teen |
| 31% | Children |
Client Focus
| 70% | Women |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 41% | Men |
| 36% | Asian |