Sadly, sexual abuse still too often hides in the shadows. Individuals of all genders and sexual orientations often feel compelled to hide their pain from places of shame, self-blame, or fear. Too often, survivors of sexual abuse have not been believed, or have been silenced for others' comfort or in the service of preserving the status quo. At Transforming Emotions, our trauma-informed therapists are ready to help support you through the painful work of healing and recovery at a pace that works for you. We start with a focus on personal safety and building trust with your therapist. Next steps include reducing feelings of shame and and fear, and proceeding to process any memories that haunt you while understanding that those truly responsible for sexual abuse are those who perpetrate it. We end with helping you integrate a new, calmer, more confident and grounded sense of self, helping you live more truly in the present rather than being tethered to the past. Reach out today to help us better understand your unique needs. We will share our recommendations for therapists who may be the best match for you, and we will provide access to a free 20 minute consultation with team members you may be interested in working with allowing you to tell us which team member feels like the right fit for you. Contact us today to take your next step towards healing.
Navigate the path to healing from sexual trauma with my specialized support. Through a compassionate and trauma-informed approach, we'll create a safe space for you to process your experiences at your own pace. Using evidence-based techniques, we'll address the impact of trauma on your well-being and empower you to reclaim control over your life. Together, we'll work towards restoring a sense of safety, trust, and resilience. Take the brave step towards healing today.
Sexual abuse comes in various forms, but they all have one consequence, a disconnection to the self, and a mistrust and disconnection from others. After all, you’ve been invaded by someone else at one point in your life. But it doesn’t mean that your body and personal space is lost. It means that we need to come on full force to protect it and nurture it so it understands that now it’s safe, and to rid it of the energy/energies of those who once preoccupied it by unpacking the trauma.
Registered Psychotherapist, HBEd, MA (Hons.), Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Sexual abuse treatment for survivors and Sex offender treatment is different than other types of therapy for adults. Treatment for people who have sexually abused a child is a serious and encouraging process. Typically, it focuses on learning specialized strategies for stopping abusive behavior, being accountable, and taking responsibility for harm done. For persons who experience sexual abuse treatment is based on a compassionate, trauma, and emotionally focused lens. I often use DBT in these cases as well.
Sexual abuse survivors need a safe, sensitive, non-judgmental and trauma-informed therapy setting to experience effective healing. Talk therapy typically requires survivors to recount the details of the sexual abuse without offering a neurobiological pathway to process it, thus often leaving the survivor triggered and retraumatized. I have processed hundreds of sexual abuse memories using EMDR Therapy which does not require us discussing the details, with the bulk of the trauma processing happening in silence. You can always share your experience if you need it to be heard, witnessed and validated. We will also process any persisting second order effects of sexual abuse, such as self-loathing, dissociation, hypersexualization, trust issues, etc. Email me for a free 30-min phone consultation to discuss more.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Social Worker, BBA, MDiv, MSW, CMAT, CSAT
Being assaulted, raped or being an incest-survivor is a hurt that you did not ask for or ever deserve. What is even worse is the reaction that others have, if you even tell them, because you can feel broken in response to the abusers power, manipulation and lingering silent control. I have worked with many incest survivors and trafficked humans and children to heal from experiences of the unimaginable. I know it can be scary but I am a professional that you can handle hearing and helping you through your experiences.
Reach out today to book an introductory call and get the care that you deserve.
Sexual abuse is a deeply traumatic experience that can have profound and lasting effects on an individual's mental, emotional, and physical well-being. At our practice, we provide a safe and compassionate space for survivors of sexual abuse to heal, grow, and reclaim their lives.
We understand the complexity and sensitivity surrounding sexual abuse, and we approach it with utmost care, respect, and empathy. Our therapists have specialized training and experience in working with survivors of sexual abuse, and we are committed to providing trauma-informed care.
In our sessions, we prioritize your safety and comfort, allowing you to share your experiences at your own pace and in a way that feels most comfortable to you. We believe in the power of listening, validation, and understanding to support your healing journey.
Our therapists utilize evidence-based approaches to address the consequences of sexual abuse, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trust issues, and difficulties with intimacy. We work collaboratively to develop a personalized treatment plan that respects your unique needs and goals.
Throughout the therapeutic process, we provide tools and techniques to help you process the trauma, manage distressing symptoms, and rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment. Our therapists may incorporate modalities such as trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and somatic approaches to support your healing journey.
We recognize that healing from sexual abuse is a courageous and transformative process, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Our aim is to provide a nurturing environment where you can explore your emotions, develop coping strategies, and cultivate resilience.
You are not defined by the abuse you have experienced. Together, we can work towards reclaiming your sense of self, rebuilding trust in yourself and others, and fostering a brighter future. You are not alone in this journey, and we are here to stand by you as you heal and reclaim your life.
I work with individuals through a trauma informed approach to understand what has happened to them in abusive relationships and support client's deep healing while holding a safe space for this to occur. Through understanding and going inside to develop this awareness, client's begin to see themselves with compassion and learn to care for themselves in a new way.
Sexual abuse falls under my extensive experience and knowledge in trauma for the past 10 years. Initially, we work on normalizing and understanding your symptoms, then work with the present day symptoms, implementing strategies to alter present behavior and reactions to your desired way of thinking, feeling, behaving, and relating to the world.
We use proven polyvagal-informed and trauma-sensitive approaches including TF-CBT and TF-Narrative therapy to help alleviate symptoms of sexual trauma.
Sexual abuse is a crime and the longlasting impacts cannot be underestimated. I have worked with sexual abuse survivors to heal through the trauma and work towards a healthier relationship with themselves, their bodies, and others in relation.
I have a profound interest in supporting survivors of sexual violence, childhood sexual abuse and intimate partner violence. Dealing with the aftermath of sexual abuse can be incredibly challenging, but it's important to remember that healing and recovery are possible. These experiences can affect individuals in various ways - emotionally, physically, and psychologically. However, there are supportive pathways to navigate through this difficult time. It's crucial to recognize that what happened to you is not your fault and not your whole story. Your feelings of fear, anger, confusion, and isolation are valid reactions, and help is there whenever you need it.
Sexual assault and abuse can result in severe physical and emotional trauma to you. Sexual abuse includes any type of sexual activity that takes place without consent. Rape, unwanted sexual touching, groping, and forced oral sex are some forms of sexual abuse. Sexual violence and sexual assault are other terms for sexual abuse. You might be feeling overwhelmed or ashamed, and it may be difficult to know where to turn. I have a very strong clinical interest in helping you feel safe within your mind and body in our sessions. I will help you walk towards your story, where you can hold it with confidence and shuck shame and guilt out!
If you have experienced adversity in your life and would like to process the trauma in order to move forward please reach out to CareWay. We offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to work through your experience, ignite self-compassion and leave the past behind. We offer EMDR & CPT for Trauma & PTSD.
You can heal from abuse, trauma and PTSD. You are important, and what you've experienced is important. Trauma can affect our lives in so many different ways. Survivors can lose hope, struggle with depression and crippling anxiety, find it difficult to work or maintain relationships, and may live in a constant state of fear. You may feel like you're completely alone and that no one understands what you've experienced. You might miss the "old you" or want things to go back to the way they were before- this is completely natural. If you're struggling to manage symptoms of trauma or PTSD, the therapists at Grounded Minds are here for you. We can help you process your experiences, learn coping tools to manage your symptoms and free yourself from the heaviness weighing you down. If you're ready to take the first step, please reach out to schedule a therapy session or free consultation call.
With years’ experience supporting those who have endured sexual violence, I know how complex and painful the process of recovering can be. Your physical safety is paramount, and next is your emotional and psychological safety. I have experience supporting those both in the immediate aftermath of sexual abuse as well as in a historical context and know it is never easy work to heal. You didn’t deserve what happened, and I’m sorry you have to put in the work now. This will take vulnerability, hard work, and most importantly it takes you choosing yourself.
As a certified trauma treatment professional with specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I am dedicated to supporting survivors of sexual abuse on their healing journey. I understand the profound impact that trauma can have on mental health and well-being, and I provide a safe and compassionate space for survivors to explore their experiences and work through the effects of trauma. My approach integrates evidence-based techniques, including EMDR, to help process traumatic memories, reduce distressing symptoms, and promote healing and resilience. I believe in the importance of empowerment and self-discovery, and I am committed to walking alongside you as you reclaim your sense of safety, restore trust in yourself and others, and cultivate a life of meaning and fulfillment beyond trauma. Together, we'll navigate this journey at your pace, honoring your strength and resilience every step of the way.
All our therapists can work with you around historical or current sexual abuse experiences. We are all trauma-informed therapists. Contact our Intake Worker to help determine who will be the best fit for you.
Even after the trauma is over, it is common to still feel on edge, to question our part in the incident, and to feel as if we are reliving it over and over again. My training in trauma-informed therapy can help you to feel safe again, process the traumatic memories, and make meaning of the trauma in your life.
5 Years Experience
