Sexual Abuse therapists in Norwalk, Connecticut CT
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Sexual Abuse
Dr. Ingrid Solano
Psychologist, PhD
Making sense of trauma, and the impact of trauma, can be accompanied by the fear that you will never be able to overcome the distress you feel when you remember the experience or when those intrusive nightmares, flashbacks, and negative thoughts come crashing into your awareness. Through trauma-focused therapy we reclaim confidence, hopefulness, intimacy, safety, self-esteem, and trust. I have specific expertise in treating trauma symptoms related to sexual assault, intimate partner violence and emotional abuse, military sexual trauma (MST), childhood and complex sexual trauma, violence, and combat trauma experienced by Veterans. These experiences can impact physical health, and daily life.
Many people will experience a form of trauma in their lives. Trauma can come with feelings of shame, anger, and confusion. Posttraumatic stress is a normal human reaction to traumatic events. However, for some individuals this stress persists and interferes with their ability to live the life that they want. I work with complex cases that sometimes include dissociation, numbness, anger, risky behaviors, and years of avoidance. The treatments I provide are the most powerful and effective treatments available for these conditions. I have expertise in individual, as well as relationship (i.e., with a partner) based trauma-focused therapies. I have experienced many times how these treatments help people gain new perspectives about what happened to them, develop a sense of empowerment over their trauma, and improve their lives. These treatments can also be helpful if you feel stuck following experiences of trauma, even if you don’t have PTSD. If you’re unsure whether you want to discuss your trauma, or unsure which approach feels like a good fit for you, we can discuss your concerns. We will explore trauma-focused care that builds upon your current support, coping skills, and personal experience. I primarily employ time-limited, evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (CBT) such as CPT, PE, and CBCT. (See Individual and Couples Therapy based Trauma-Focused Services.)
In psychological literature, stressors are defined as events and conditions (e.g., losing a job, death of an intimate partner) that cause change and require that the individual adapt to the new situation or life circumstance. Stress processes can include the experience of prejudice events, expectations of rejection, hiding and concealing your authentic self, internalized homophobia, intimate partner violence, discrimination, and ameliorative coping processes that have become bad, ineffective habits. These experiences can be particularly painful when there is social pressure to conceal your experiences, or stigma. I address what it’s like to have no one to talk to about these experiences, and any distress that comes from having nowhere to do this work safely. I practice LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy that considers the impact of minority stress and chronic stress responses. Aside from these stress processes, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and heterosexuals who report any same-sex sexual partners over their lifetime, have greater risk of childhood maltreatment, interpersonal violence, trauma to a close friend or relative, and unexpected death of someone close.
15 Years Experience
Online in Norwalk, CT Connecticut
Sexual Abuse
Brittany Shannon
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Sexual trauma can leave a lasting impact on how you see yourself, your body, and your relationships. Many people carry confusion, shame, or reactions that don’t make sense to them, especially when your body responded in ways you didn’t choose. In therapy, we focus on helping you understand those reactions, get rid of the guilt that isn't yours, and process what happened (you don't always have to talk about what happened in order to get better!) using evidence-based approaches so you can move forward with more clarity and actual control.
8 Years Experience
Online in Norwalk, CT Connecticut (Online Only)
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 Norwalk, CT Connecticut
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Walter T. Rueff
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Sexual violence was my area of focus for my graduate research, thesis and dissertation. I treat survivors of sexual violence with exceptional care and consideration while guiding them through the therapeutic process towards recovery.
8 Years Experience
Online in Norwalk, CT Connecticut
Sexual Abuse
Powell Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Please see our website. www.powellmentalhealth.com
3 Years Experience
Online in Norwalk, CT Connecticut
Sexual Abuse therapists in Norwalk, Connecticut Statistics
Sexual Abuse therapists in Norwalk, Connecticut average 16 years of experience and charge around $218 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (38%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (36%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$218
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
30%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 32% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 49% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 53% | Men |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |