Domestic Abuse therapists in Reading, PA
Browse Domestic Abuse therapists in Reading, Pennsylvania. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Domestic Abuse
Dr. Alishia Kalos
Psychologist, PsyD, CST
Dr. Kalos specializes in working with adults who have engaged in relational or domestic violence, as well as individuals who have been accused of or convicted of offenses involving interpersonal violence. Her approach focuses on understanding the individual, relational, and behavioral factors associated with harmful behavior while supporting accountability, insight, and meaningful behavioral change. Treatment may address patterns of conflict, emotional regulation, communication, relationship dynamics, boundaries, and strategies for developing healthier and safer ways of relating to others.
10 Years Experience
Online in Reading, PA (Online Only)
Domestic Abuse
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy
Treatment Center, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
Our team of trauma therapists also have significant experience working with survivors of domestic abuse, intimate partner violence, and relational trauma.
11 Years Experience
Online in Reading, PA
Domestic Abuse
Susan Spicer
Psychologist, PhD
As a licensed psychologist specializing in treating victims of domestic violence, I understand the profound and lasting impact that trauma of this nature can have on an individual's life. These experiences can become deeply ingrained in both the mind and body, affecting how you navigate relationships, approach parenting, and engage in daily living. The trauma from domestic abuse and domestic violence can erode self-esteem and result in a constant state of hypervigilance, leaving you feeling anxious and jumpy, as if you are constantly walking on eggshells.
My approach to helping you heal from domestic abuse and domestic violence involves the use of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which has proven effective in treating trauma associated with such experiences. Through EMDR, we can work together to facilitate the recovery process, increase resilience, establish healthy boundaries, and enhance coping skills. My goal is to empower you to build the resilience needed to manage difficult a relationship, or find the strength to leave it, ultimately facilitating healing and fostering a path toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
26 Years Experience
Online in Reading, PA (Online Only)
Domestic Abuse
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Our counseling services for survivors of domestic abuse or violence provide a compassionate, safe space to address the trauma and complex emotions arising from abusive relationships. Understanding that domestic abuse can take many forms—physical, emotional, sexual, financial—we offer tailored support to empower individuals as they navigate their journey of healing and reclaim their lives.
Empowering Survival and Healing from Domestic Abuse
* Trauma-Informed Care: Drawing from trauma-informed approaches, our counseling services prioritize safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment, acknowledging the profound impact of trauma on an individual's life and facilitating a path toward recovery.
* Safety Planning: We assist clients in developing comprehensive safety plans, whether they are preparing to leave an abusive situation, in the process of leaving, or have already left. This planning addresses immediate safety, legal protections, financial security, and long-term independence.
* Emotional Support: Our counseling provides a supportive environment to process emotions such as fear, guilt, shame, anger, and grief, while also working to rebuild self-esteem, confidence, and a sense of self-worth that has been eroded by abuse.
* Healing from Trauma: Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques, we assist clients in processing and healing from the trauma of abuse, anxiety, and depression.
* Rebuilding Life Skills: The path to recovery includes rebuilding life skills that may have been lost or diminished due to abuse. We support clients in gaining independence, making their own decisions, and establishing a healthy, self-determined life.
Goals of Counseling for Domestic Abuse or Violence
Our counseling for survivors of domestic abuse aims to:
* Restore Safety and Security: Ensure that clients feel physically and emotionally safe and secure, both within the counseling environment and in their personal lives.
* Empower Independence: Empower clients to regain control over their lives, decisions, and well-being, fostering a sense of independence and self-efficacy.
* Facilitate Emotional Healing: Support clients in healing from the emotional scars of abuse, promoting resilience and positive self-regard.
* Enhance Coping Strategies: Equip clients with effective coping strategies for managing stress, triggers, and the challenges of rebuilding their lives after abuse.
* Support Healthy Relationships: Guide clients in recognizing the signs of healthy versus unhealthy relationships, setting boundaries, and building supportive, respectful connections moving forward.
Surviving domestic abuse or violence is a profound and courageous journey. Our dedicated team is here to support you through every step, providing the compassionate care and expertise needed to heal, grow, and embrace a future free from abuse. Reach out today to learn how you can reclaim your life and your sense of self.
9 Years Experience
Online in Reading, PA
Domestic Abuse
Dr. Sonia Ovuehor Ovy
Counselor/Therapist, Doctor of science in Counselling Psychology, Msc Conflict Resolution, Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy, Counselling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Certificate in Mental Health Studies, Suicide Prevention and Intervention, Diploma in Relationship and Family Counselling, CPD in Neuro Linguistic Programming.
I offer compassionate and confidential therapy with focus on but not limited to:
- Emotional trauma and recovery
- Safety planning and resources
- Empowerment and self-care
- Legal and advocacy support
9 Years Experience
Online in Reading, PA (Online Only)
Domestic Abuse therapists in Reading, PA Statistics
Domestic Abuse therapists in Reading, PA average 13 years of experience and charge around $224 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (54%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (50%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$224
Accept insurance
29%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 54% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 50% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 38% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 38% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 38% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 50% | Teen |
| 38% | Children |
Client Focus
| 79% | Women |
| 67% | Men |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Christian |
| 50% | Military / Veterans |