Emotional Abuse Therapy therapists in Havre de Grace, Maryland MD
Sumer Statler Aeed
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Emotional abuse is an often hidden or hard to pinpoint type of abuse that may occur in our adult relationships, those with our parents growing up, or both. One definition of emotional abuse includes psychological (i.e. non-physical) behaviors such as threats, insults, constant monitoring or “checking in,” controlling, shaming, humiliation, intimidation, isolation or ignoring behaviors.
You may also be dealing with childhood emotional abuse which can be defined as, 'sustained, repetitive, inappropriate emotional response to the child’s experience of emotion and its accompanying expressive behavior’.
Healing involves speaking our truth, learning about connecting to our emotions, boundary setting, connecting to our bodies and beginning to create new ways of building loving safe relationships with ourselves and others. Depending upon your own history we may make use of variety of tools to heal, including somatic work, trauma work, journaling, boundary setting, inner child work, family systems work, art therapy, or many other paths that can lead to reclaiming your truth.
25 Years Experience
Dr. Patricia Webbink
Psychologist, MA and PhD in Clinical Psychology
Many of my clients have suffered from emotional abuse from their families of origin or from friends or partners. Healing from this abuse has been the focus of much of the therapy I have done. We work with early memories, Gestalt and psychoanalytic approaches with clients' dreams, and
discussing incidents from present and past relationships. I offer free zoom seminars, which
promote a positive view of life and help with issues involving emotional abuse, stress in
relationships. Please feel free to call for a consultation: 301-229-8000
54 Years Experience
Ben Dickstein
Psychologist, PhD
Many of the trauma-survivors I work with tell me that the most damaging aspect of their traumas were the many negative messages that they received about themselves from abusers. Emotional abuse often leaves deeply rooted self-doubt and self-loathing in its wake. I use some of the best evidence-based trauma practices available to help survivors of emotional abuse identify and challenge these negative messages, in turn increasing self-confidence and optimism.
11 Years Experience
Dr. Adam Shafer
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Abuse comes in all shapes and forms. However, mistreatment by others and emotional abuse can have insidious consequences regarding how we feel about ourselves and the world around us.
Connie Wolf
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LCPC
If you're struggling in a relationship where you're constantly walking on eggshells, questioning your reality, and feeling emotionally manipulated, you're not alone.
IN THERAPY, I can help you:
Recognize and understand the dynamics of narcissistic abuse.
Develop healthy boundaries and reclaim your emotional autonomy.
Heal from the wounds of gaslighting and emotional manipulation.
Rebuild your self-esteem and self-worth.
Navigate difficult decisions about the relationship.
I offer a safe and supportive space where you can:
Openly discuss your experiences without judgment.
Learn coping mechanisms and strategies for emotional protection.
Develop a plan for moving forward, whether it's staying or leaving. Reach out if you would like to schedule an appointment.
18 Years Experience