Sexual Abuse therapists in Charleston, IL
Browse Sexual Abuse therapists in Charleston, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Sexual Abuse
Bergen Counseling Collective
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC
What happened to you was not your fault. Whatever you did to survive, however you've coped, made sense given what you were facing. But the effects don't stay in the past. They show up in how you relate to your body, how you experience intimacy, how you trust or struggle to trust. Healing from sexual abuse is possible, but it requires a therapist who understands trauma deeply and can create a space where you feel genuinely safe. We won't push you to disclose more than you're ready to share. We'll move at your pace, helping you reclaim what was taken from you. Telehealth throughout Illinois. BCBS PPO and Aetna accepted.
20 Years Experience
Online in Charleston, IL
Sexual Abuse
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In working with patients who have experienced sexual abuse, I offer specialized support tailored to their needs. This involves creating a safe and compassionate environment for them to explore their experiences and emotions. Through therapy, we address trauma symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, or PTSD, and develop coping strategies for managing triggers and flashbacks. I also provide education about trauma and its effects, as well as guidance on self-care and building resilience. The therapeutic process focuses on empowering survivors, promoting healing, and restoring a sense of agency and control over their lives.
5 Years Experience
Online in Charleston, IL (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Phillip Thomas Stepka, PsyD.
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
I specialize in evidence-based treatment approaches for acute and chronic trauma. I have advanced training in the treatment of multiple forms of sexual abuse including incest, intimate partner assault, human trafficking, date rape, and other forms of unwanted sexual behavior by others. My primary approach is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) supplemented by ego state therapies.
15 Years Experience
Online in Charleston, IL (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Dayna Nelson, PsyD, LP
Psychologist, PsyD, Licensed Psychologist
Many people will experience some form of childhood sexual abuse, sexual harassment, sexual assault, or exploitation. Sexual abuse victims often experience lasting trauma, which can cause a person to live with deep emotional pain, fear, confusion, or posttraumatic stress far after the event has passed. Dr. Nelson is trained in trauma informed care and EMDR to help clients heal and process past sexual abuse and regain their emotional freedom.
In these circumstances, the support, guidance, and assistance of a therapist is fundamental to healing from trauma.
24 Years Experience
Online in Charleston, IL
Sexual Abuse
Mind Lodge
Therapist, LCPC
Healing from sexual abuse is a deeply personal journey, and we’re here to provide a safe, supportive space every step of the way. Our trauma-informed approach focuses on empowerment, processing emotions, and reclaiming a sense of safety and self-worth.
21 Years Experience
Online in Charleston, IL
Sexual Abuse therapists in Charleston, IL Statistics
Sexual Abuse therapists in Charleston, IL average 16 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (51%), and Family Systems Therapy (46%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
46%
Offer sliding scale
39%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 51% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 46% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 44% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 42% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 41% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 41% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 32% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Men |
| 37% | Military / Veterans |
| 31% | Black / African American |