Emotional Abuse therapists in Lake Wales, FL
Browse Emotional Abuse therapists in Lake Wales, Florida. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Emotional Abuse
Jean Moree
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LMHC, NCC, CCTS-I
The approaches I use with emotional abuse include: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
24 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL
Emotional Abuse
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Emotional Abuse: Reclaiming Your Reality
Healing the Invisible Wounds of the Soul
Emotional abuse is often a "silent" trauma. Because there are no physical scars, survivors frequently find themselves trapped in a cycle of self-doubt, wondering if they are "too sensitive" or if the harm is "all in their head." In my practice, I provide a courageous and affirming space to name the harm, validate your experience, and begin the work of deconstructing the psychological "fog" of abuse.
The Anatomy of Emotional Harm
Emotional abuse is a systematic erosion of a person's sense of self. We work together to identify and heal from patterns of:
Gaslighting & Reality Disturbance: Addressing the profound confusion and overwhelm that occurs when your perception of truth is constantly undermined.
The "Fawn" Response: Understanding why your nervous system may have defaulted to people-pleasing or self-silencing as a survival strategy to avoid conflict.
Chronic Burnout & Shut Down: Healing the exhaustion that comes from living in a state of constant hyper-vigilance, always waiting for the "other shoe to drop."
A Clinical Path to Restoration
With over 20 years of experience, I use a trauma-informed, systemic approach to help you rebuild:
EMDR for Traumatic Memories: We use EMDR to process the specific "stuck" moments of verbal or emotional assault that continue to trigger rejection sensitivity or fear in your current life.
Attachment Repair: We explore how the "system" of the relationship functioned and work to rebuild your attachment to your own intuition and boundaries.
Spiritual & Systemic Deconstruction: For those coming out of high-control religious or social systems, we address the specific ways that power and "divine" authority may have been used as tools of emotional control.
Breaking the Silence
I have an extensive background in working with healers, pastors, and leaders who have experienced emotional abuse within their professional or personal systems. Whether you are currently in the relationship or are years into your "after," you deserve a space that is curious, brave, and entirely yours.
Healing is not just about leaving the situation; it is about returning to yourself.
21 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Dr. John E. N. Daniel
Marriage and Family Therapist, EdD; EdS; MA; MA; LCMFT#0404011018; BCCLC#0131
Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) is the model that appeals to me most for both individual and group marital therapy. According to Johnson (2007), “A focus on emotional processing in the present moment, on process factors and on genuine empathic connection with both clients is at the heart of the model” (p. 47). It has been my experience over many years that EFT has achieved optimum outcomes where emotional abuse has been experience in multifaceted circumstances.
26 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL
Emotional Abuse
Center for Authentic Life & Relationship, LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPC, LMFT, CPCS, CSAT-S, CAADC, EMDR, CSTOP-Candidate
Having survived emotional abuse myself, I understand how deeply it can affect your sense of self, relationships, trust, and emotional safety. Over the years, both personally and professionally, I have learned what it takes to heal from these wounds and rebuild a more grounded, confident life. As a therapist, I use that insight and clinical experience to help others recognize the impact of emotional abuse, develop healthier boundaries, reduce shame and self-doubt, and begin to feel safe within themselves again.
30 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL
Emotional Abuse
Nancy Burns
Counselor/Therapist, JD, LMHC, LPC, MA, EMDR Certified
When we are trapped inside toxic relationship cycles, we often come to a point where we feel like there is no way out—especially if we keep on recreating the same toxic patterns with the people around us. The first step to breaking free is to understand that you have the power to get out and save yourself from destructive patterns so you can live your life in the healthiest, most authentic way possible. It is never too late to ask for help, and my therapy approach involves giving you the guidance and support you need to identify these toxic relationships in your life so you can start building healthy, mindful connections. We will work together to discover how you can break the cycle, rework, and nurture your relationships by identifying the root cause of these unhealthy patterns. This could involve pinpointing traumatic childhood experiences like neglectful or abusive behaviors from emotionally immature or narcissistic parents and other authority figures in your life. Once you’ve recognized where these dysfunctional patterns come from, we will work toward getting rid of harmful belief systems like constant self-blaming or feeling as if you are a bad person, so you can begin to prioritize your well-being. We can then work on rebuilding your self-esteem, setting your emotional and mental boundaries, and learning how to better regulate your emotions. Breaking away from these patterns will eventually give you the peace of mind you need to finally start loving yourself so that you feel worthy of good treatment. That is the first step in creating and nurturing positive relationships while living a life that’s free from emotional pain and trauma-induced vicious cycles. - - - "There is no normal life that is free of pain. The very wrestling with our problems provides the impetus for growth." Fred Rogers
6 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse therapists in Lake Wales, FL Statistics
Emotional Abuse therapists in Lake Wales, FL average 17 years of experience and charge around $198 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (43%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (42%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$198
Accept insurance
46%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 53% | Men |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Military / Veterans |
| 37% | Christian |