Sexual Abuse therapists in Springfield, MA
Browse Sexual Abuse therapists in Springfield, Massachusetts. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Ross W. Hackerson
Life Coach, Life Coach
Sexual Abuse, in my experience, causes more Pain, Terror, Shock, Rage and Disgust as well as behavioral problems and general misery than most people know. It is an experiences that affects your sense of Self, identity, safety, existence, power and control. It affects your ability to trust self and others. We have protocols and approaches for ending this pain and getting you into life. Really!
51 Years Experience
In-Person Near Springfield, MA
Authentically You Counseling
Treatment Center, LCMHC
Scheduling at AYC is easy - schedule an intake as soon as next week. Finding the courage to be true to yourself despite the challenges you have to overcome is the ultimate goal of therapy. I believe one of the greatest grievances is living an inauthentic life with who you are. Regardless of what you’ve been through, if something is stopping you from living your truth - if fear prevents you from engaging in life the way you want or you are attempting to live up to some societal or personal expectation so far out of reach it hurts - If something is preventing you from living your fullest life, you can make a difference!
I want to help you reach your fullest potential according to your personal truth, values and beliefs. If we embark on this journey together, you will be the driver. I will simply help you see the different paths to reaching your end goal. In the end, you must be true to yourself in choosing the path you wish to take - or none at all.
Finding your truth sometimes means making a decision about whether or not to live your full truth. We can work together to help you explore your options to make the right choice for You. Making the call (or email) to start your journey is the first step - Let us start your journey together!
12 Years Experience
Online in Springfield, MA
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 Springfield, MA
The Florida Center for Healthy Sexuality
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, CST, CSAT
Therapy to help individuals who have experienced sexual abuse guides the client through the natural patterns of emotional and psychological healing. Focusing on understanding the cycles of trauma responses-such as hypervigilance and emotional numbness plus teaching the ways to break the negative loops. By recognizing and reshaping these cycles, survivors can regain a sense of control, build healthier coping mechanisms and move toward emotional resilience and recovery.
15 Years Experience
Online in Springfield, MA
Vida Mendez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW, EMDR II
Sexual abuse can have lasting effects that continue long after the experience is over. You may notice anxiety, shutdown, difficulty trusting yourself or others, or reactions that don’t fully make sense. These responses are often your brain and body trying to protect you based on what you’ve been through.
I help clients work through the impact of sexual abuse at a pace that feels safe and manageable. Using EMDR, we address the experiences so they no longer carry the same emotional weight or continue to affect your daily life. The goal is to help you feel more grounded, in control, and connected to yourself again.
8 Years Experience
Online in Springfield, MA (Online Only)
Springfield is the largest city in western Massachusetts and one of the state's most economically challenged communities, with high rates of poverty, significant post-industrial decline, and a large Puerto Rican population that makes it one of the most culturally distinct cities in New England. Spanish-language therapy is essential, and the demand for bilingual practitioners who understand the specific experiences of Puerto Rican and broader Latino communities significantly shapes the local mental health landscape. Baystate Health operates behavioral health programs in the city, and several community mental health centers provide sliding-scale and publicly funded services for residents who cannot afford private therapy. Common therapy concerns include trauma, anxiety, depression, economic stress, and the complex intergenerational dynamics of a diaspora community that has been central to Springfield's identity for decades.
Sexual Abuse therapists in Springfield, MA Statistics
Sexual Abuse therapists in Springfield, MA average 12 years of experience and charge around $198 per session. 94% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Psychodynamic Therapy (44%), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (38%), and Integrative Therapy (38%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$198
Accept insurance
25%
Offer sliding scale
31%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 56% |
Online Only |
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| 38% |
In Person and Online |
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| 6% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 38% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 38% | Integrative Therapy |
| 31% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 31% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 31% | Hypnotherapy |
| 25% | Biopsychosocial Therapy |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 69% | Senior |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 25% | Children |
| 25% | Teen |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 56% | Christian |
| 56% | Men |
| 50% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |