Sexual Abuse therapists in Hickory, North Carolina NC
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Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Sexual abuse is often spoken about in ways that are either too clinical or too minimized—leaving little room for the actual impact it has on your body, your sense of safety, your relationships, and how you move through the world. Many survivors carry layers of confusion, shame, anger, or disconnection, especially when what happened was not named, was dismissed, or was normalized in some way. Cultural, familial, and systemic dynamics can make this even more complex—shaping whether you felt believed, supported, or able to speak about it at all.
At Nour Counseling, we approach this work with care, pacing, and a deep respect for your autonomy. We don’t rush you into retelling or reliving experiences before you’re ready. We offer S.A.F.E. EMDR (Somatic and Attachment-Focused EMDR), which is especially relevant for sexual trauma because it prioritizes safety, stabilization, and the body’s response to trauma—not just the memory itself. Sexual abuse often lives in the nervous system as much as in the narrative, and this approach allows us to process trauma in a way that is more contained, less overwhelming, and attuned to your capacity in the moment.
Alongside this, we help you rebuild a sense of safety in your body, strengthen boundaries, and make sense of how the impact of the abuse may still be showing up in your life. We also name the cultural and systemic factors that shape how sexual abuse is experienced and responded to, so you’re not carrying that context alone. This work is not about pushing you to “move on”—it’s about helping you reconnect with yourself in a way that feels safer, more grounded, and more your own.
9 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
Richard Scott, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
The impact of sexual abuse can linger long after the event — affecting your sense of safety, trust, self-worth, and relationships. As an adult, you may carry pain or shame in silence, unsure how to begin healing. Therapy offers a safe, supportive space to process your experience at your own pace, rebuild your sense of self, and move toward lasting emotional freedom. You are not alone, and healing is possible. If you're ready to take that step, I’m here help.
20 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC North Carolina
Ning Tang
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Dr. Tang specializes in helping survivors of sexual abuse heal from shame, fear, and trauma. She uses CPT, PE, and compassion-focused approaches to help clients rebuild safety, reconnect with their bodies, and reclaim their sense of power and identity.
1 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC North Carolina
Tamara McCord
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LCAC
We will create grounding techniques to reduce flashbacks or triggers, along with using EMDR. While we cannot change what has happened, we can remove anxiety when we think about the abuse, as well as see ourselves more positively.
25 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
Joe Groninga
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Sexual abuse often creates very painful symptoms and is something for which I use a therapy called Prolonged Exposure (PE). In this therapy, we will revisit traumatic situations, process painful emotions, and change unhelpful beliefs about yourself and the world around you as a result of your trauma. People are often amazed at how quickly this treatment can work and by the very meaningful change that can result. For these reasons, this is one of my favorite treatments to provide.
21 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC North Carolina
Sexual Abuse therapists in Hickory, North Carolina Statistics
Sexual Abuse therapists in Hickory, North Carolina average 16 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (78%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (43%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (41%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
45%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 78% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 41% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 36% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 50% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |
| 33% | Black / African American |