Sexual Abuse therapists in Isanti, Minnesota MN
Shelly Melroe
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Experiences of sexual abuse and other sexuality traumata are a visceral violation of you as a person. They can leave you not only feeling ashamed and guilty but also physically stuck in a state of feeling trapped. Used polyvagal-based neural interventions, Shelly will work with you to restore a felt sense of safety. She can guide you through healing from additional wounding caused by people saying you should have done something to get away. Shelly will help you understand that, biologically, your body has an automatic instinct to collapse and cooperate in a last resort attempt of survival. Unfortunately, it can lead your system to stay stuck in a state of disconnection, going through motions. Mind-body therapies can help you restore your sense of self and a felt sense of safety so you can fully engage in life.
7 Years Experience
Amanda Stranko
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Over the past six years I have worked with individuals that are survivors, victims, and offenders of sexual abuse. In these areas, I have assisted clients through their traumas of their abuse. I have also worked with challenging behaviors of those that have offended, and identified roots behind their offending behaviors.
7 Years Experience
Dr. Christine Manley
Psychologist, PhD in Clinical Psychology
Sexual abuse is much more common than most people realize. Processing and treating sexual abuse is an important part of recovery.
9 Years Experience
Lauren Rothstein
Psychologist, Ph.D.
In supporting survivors of sexual abuse, my approach emphasizes a compassionate and trauma-informed perspective. I aim to provide a safe space for individuals to process their experiences, offering validated recovery strategies and empowerment. Through personalized therapy, the goal is to help survivors regain control, rebuild trust, and work towards reclaiming a sense of safety and wellbeing.
10 Years Experience
Dr. Adam Shafer
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
When the foundation of trust shaken (if not feeling broken) through experiences of trauma, the approach to restoring one's life must always be one of sensitivity, patience, and compassion. Without this, there will always be a risk that it will never feel safe enough to heal.