Sexual Abuse therapists in New York City, New York NY
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Sexual Abuse
Dr. Ingrid Solano
Psychologist, PhD
Making sense of trauma, and the impact of trauma, can be accompanied by the fear that you will never be able to overcome the distress you feel when you remember the experience or when those intrusive nightmares, flashbacks, and negative thoughts come crashing into your awareness. Through trauma-focused therapy we reclaim confidence, hopefulness, intimacy, safety, self-esteem, and trust. I have specific expertise in treating trauma symptoms related to sexual assault, intimate partner violence and emotional abuse, military sexual trauma (MST), childhood and complex sexual trauma, violence, and combat trauma experienced by Veterans. These experiences can impact physical health, and daily life.
Many people will experience a form of trauma in their lives. Trauma can come with feelings of shame, anger, and confusion. Posttraumatic stress is a normal human reaction to traumatic events. However, for some individuals this stress persists and interferes with their ability to live the life that they want. I work with complex cases that sometimes include dissociation, numbness, anger, risky behaviors, and years of avoidance. The treatments I provide are the most powerful and effective treatments available for these conditions. I have expertise in individual, as well as relationship (i.e., with a partner) based trauma-focused therapies. I have experienced many times how these treatments help people gain new perspectives about what happened to them, develop a sense of empowerment over their trauma, and improve their lives. These treatments can also be helpful if you feel stuck following experiences of trauma, even if you don’t have PTSD. If you’re unsure whether you want to discuss your trauma, or unsure which approach feels like a good fit for you, we can discuss your concerns. We will explore trauma-focused care that builds upon your current support, coping skills, and personal experience. I primarily employ time-limited, evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (CBT) such as CPT, PE, and CBCT. (See Individual and Couples Therapy based Trauma-Focused Services.)
In psychological literature, stressors are defined as events and conditions (e.g., losing a job, death of an intimate partner) that cause change and require that the individual adapt to the new situation or life circumstance. Stress processes can include the experience of prejudice events, expectations of rejection, hiding and concealing your authentic self, internalized homophobia, intimate partner violence, discrimination, and ameliorative coping processes that have become bad, ineffective habits. These experiences can be particularly painful when there is social pressure to conceal your experiences, or stigma. I address what it’s like to have no one to talk to about these experiences, and any distress that comes from having nowhere to do this work safely. I practice LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy that considers the impact of minority stress and chronic stress responses. Aside from these stress processes, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and heterosexuals who report any same-sex sexual partners over their lifetime, have greater risk of childhood maltreatment, interpersonal violence, trauma to a close friend or relative, and unexpected death of someone close.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in New York City, NY
Online in New York City, NY New York
Sexual Abuse
Madailein O' Donnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Madailein has experience in providing therapy to patients who have Sexual abuse.
5 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Shayda Ewalt
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Sexual abuse profoundly impacts the body, nervous system, and sense of safety. Survivors may experience shame, dissociation, difficulty with trust, or challenges in relationships and intimacy. In our work together, we move at a pace that honors your autonomy. Using trauma-informed and somatic approaches, we focus on restoring safety, reclaiming your voice, and helping you reconnect with your body in empowering ways.
10 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Barry Herbach
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Healing from sexual abuse is not about forgetting — it’s about reclaiming your safety, your body, and your voice.
I offer a steady, respectful space where you set the pace. There’s no pressure to talk about anything before you’re ready. You’re not broken — you’re surviving. And you don’t have to do it alone.
30 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Jim Stangarone
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, Certified psychodramatist (CP)
Sexual abuse is incredibly destructive and negatively impacts all areas of life, to the point that happiness and joy seem unattainable. Having a safe and confidential space to address this issue is critical to success.
21 Years Experience
In-Person in New York City, NY
Online in New York City, NY New York
Sexual Abuse
Michael Lockwood of Scene Creative Life Solutions
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMSW
Trauma recovery is enormous and I want to recognize your bravery for coming to this page to consider therapy. I am here to offer you a safe space for healing. In our therapeutic journey, we address the profound impact of sexual abuse on your emotional well-being, self-esteem, and relationships. We will work towards restoring a sense of safety and empowerment, exploring coping mechanisms and fostering resilience. My approach is rooted in empathy and trauma-informed care, prioritizing your unique healing process. If you've experienced sexual abuse, I'm here to provide support, validation, and therapeutic tools to help you reclaim your agency and embark on a path towards healing and renewed self-discovery. Your journey towards recovery is a courageous one, and I am here to stand beside you every step of the way.
11 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Christie Roe
Therapist, LMSW
Whatever your experience with sexual abuse and trauma, I provide tailored support that centers your experience and builds the foundations for healing on your own terms in mind, body, and relationships.
2 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Sara Fraser
Psychologist, PhD
Because I have a speciality in trauma processing therapies, folks with past abuse can often find real relief in working through the implications of trauma-not just the memories of these experiences but how the body does indeed "keep the score". Trauma work needs to include both strong relational rapport, education about how trauma impacts on all levels of functioning and processing therapies such as EMDR or Deep Brain Reorienting to assist with deep healing.
26 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Liberation Therapy
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
I work with survivors of sexual abuse and sexual trauma, and I understand that these experiences can affect trust, relationships, sexuality, self-esteem, and the nervous system. Therapy focuses on restoring a sense of safety in your body, processing trauma at a pace that feels manageable, and helping you rebuild a sense of choice, agency, and ownership over your body and your life.
5 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (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 New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Jennifer Cain
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Sexual abuse is a severe breach of trust and safety that can leave a person with long term trauma symptoms and effects. If you have experienced sexual abuse, you are probably experiencing a number of problems that feel like they will never be resolved. But there is hope, and recovery is possible. I will work with you to process through this trauma and regain yourself and your sense of safety. I use a variety of strategies, including art, EMDR, and somatic strategies, that do not require you to describe the specifics of what happened, if you don't want to.
10 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Staci Des Rault
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC. M.Div
I have over 18 years of experience in counseling from a trauma-informed lens and have been trained in Seeking Safety.
14 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
Sexual Abuse
Danielle Farabaugh
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I offer trauma-informed therapy for survivors of sexual abuse, providing a safe, supportive space to begin healing. My approach focuses on restoring safety, trust, and connection after trauma. Together, we work gently to process painful experiences, reduce shame, and rebuild a sense of control and self-worth. Using evidence-based trauma therapy, I help clients manage triggers, strengthen boundaries, and move toward empowerment, emotional resilience, and a renewed sense of wholeness in their lives.
19 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY New York (Online Only)
New York City has the largest and most diverse therapy community in the world, with practitioners representing virtually every therapeutic modality, cultural background, and specialty area. The city's pace, density, and cost of living generate pervasive anxiety and burnout, while its diverse boroughs mean therapists fluent in dozens of languages serve communities from every corner of the globe. Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NYU Langone Health, and Weill Cornell Medicine anchor an extensive academic mental health infrastructure, supplemented by thousands of independent practitioners across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. New York's therapy culture is deeply embedded — many residents maintain years-long therapeutic relationships and consider finding the right therapist one of the more important decisions they make.
Sexual Abuse therapists in New York City, New York Statistics
Sexual Abuse therapists in New York City, New York average 15 years of experience and charge around $218 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (59%), Psychodynamic Therapy (46%), and Family Systems Therapy (41%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$218
Accept insurance
31%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 59% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 41% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 38% | Integrative Therapy |
| 33% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 33% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 31% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Teen |
| 51% | Senior |
| 38% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |
| 49% | Men |
| 46% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 38% | Asian |