Sexual Abuse therapists in Ames, IA
Browse Sexual Abuse therapists in Ames, Iowa. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Sexual Abuse
Amber McKinney-Morgan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW
Healing from sexual abuse requires a safe, paced, and trauma-informed approach. I support clients in processing their experiences, reconnecting with their bodies, and restoring a sense of safety and control. Using modalities like EMDR and somatic therapy, we work toward healing without re-traumatization.
8 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Stéphanie Gamache, PhD
Hypnotherapist, PhD
Sexual abuse can profoundly affect the relationship to the body, boundaries, trust, and desire. My work integrates psychoanalytic and somatic approaches to support gentle, respectful integration of traumatic experience. Together, we work toward restoring a sense of safety, agency, and embodied self-connection.
7 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Debra Younger
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC, LPC, LMHC, CCPT
Nearly half of women (45.1%) in the United States experienced some form of contact sexual violence in their lifetimes and more than 1 in 6 men (16.9%) in the U.S. experienced some form of contact sexual violence in their lifetimes (NSVRC 2026). As can be seen by these numbers, sexual abuse affects both men and women. If you are a survivor of contact sexual violence and are looking for help, as a trauma informed therapist using an integrated approach of EMDR and Internal Family Systems, I can help. Please reach out for a free 15 minute consultation call to see if I might be able to help you.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Carrie Gauthier
Hypnotherapist, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, CCHt
I am very passionate about helping men and women uncover and process the wounds of sexual abuse. This area is one of the main reasons I entered into this profession; to help uncover repressed memories, process them and authentically release the long held-back emotions and words to the antagonist that must be released to facilitate deep healing. We then have a beautiful forgiveness (if this is available to you) and compassion formula, followed by a chance to grow your inner child up into an emotionally mature adult, and integrate a new core emotional state of love. This is all part of the childhood regression. We show you the way to feel safe in your own mind and comfortable in your own skin again. We will uncover any maladaptive emotions and beliefs attached to the abuse and replace, reframe and rewire them with healthy alternatives. There is also a motivational, inspirational component within the hypnotic programmings to bring the joy back to life. I provide you with tools to reset your nervous system quickly so you have resources for if you feel triggered; this empowers you to emotionally regulate within minutes to avoid spiraling. We work to return your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual state back to homeostasis and empower you with methods to prevent self-sabotage or falling into harmful patterns. Ultimately, we pave the path that is unique for you to a state of inner peace under all circumstances, where you are able to channel your former pain into inspiration and move forward with clarity and confidence with the wisdom gained through your life experiences.
2 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Julien Moe
Hypnotherapist, Diploma in Clinical and Applied Hypnosis, Diploma in Life Coaching
Sexual abuse is considered treatable using hypnotherapy, which is often utilized to help survivors process trauma, regain self-worth, and reduce PTSD symptoms like flashbacks. It works by addressing subconscious beliefs and emotions in a safe, controlled manner. Experts like Dr. Nancy Irwin suggest it can transform anger and shame into empowerment.
If you have suffered from sexual abuse, I am right here to help you recover and heal. I will help you transform yourself into a new you. Of course, I use Dicit hypnotherapy. Patients with this disorder are getting resilient in no time and living a happy life now. So should you.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ames, IA
Sexual Abuse therapists in Ames, IA Statistics
Sexual Abuse therapists in Ames, IA average 16 years of experience and charge around $175 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (45%), Hypnotherapy (45%), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (36%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$175
Accept insurance
27%
Offer sliding scale
45%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 36% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 73% |
Online Only |
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| 27% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 45% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 45% | Hypnotherapy |
| 36% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 36% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 36% | Somatic Therapy |
| 27% | Eclectic Therapy |
| 27% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 91% | Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 55% | Young Adult |
| 36% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 73% | Women |
| 64% | Christian |
| 64% | Military / Veterans |
| 55% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |