Emotional Abuse therapists in Reading, PA
Browse Emotional Abuse therapists in Reading, Pennsylvania. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Susan E. Schumacher
Licensed Professional Counselor, DA, LPC, LCPC, CCTP, EMDR Clinician
Recognizing and recovering from emotional abuse involves a gentle, kind approach where curiosity and awareness increase over time. The Power & Control Wheel and Equality Wheel can be helpful to identify behaviors that have crossed healthy boundaries and intimidated or limited you. We will work at your pace to build on your strengths and abilities and support you as you work through challenges.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Reading, PA
Online in Reading, PA
Emotional Abuse
Alisia Ives at Status Therapy
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LPC
If you are presenting to counseling for this issue, I recommend you do not tell the person you see as targeting you that you are seeking help. Emotional abuse may be a type of domestic violence. Or it may be a way a family member, partner, work colleague, boss, or friend interacts. There are different forms of emotional abuse and there may be things you can do. However, if this is persistent focused emotional abuse from someone -- and it is domestic violence -- it is not an anger problem, but a belief system that everything exists for their use. I will have a better idea when we talk. There may be things you can do, there may be plans you can make for changes. How much it affects you is key to planning.
20 Years Experience
Online in Reading, PA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Ilyssa Swartout
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Emotional abuse can leave deep, lasting wounds—often invisible but profoundly painful. You may question your worth, doubt your perceptions, or struggle with trust and boundaries. In therapy, we focus on rebuilding your sense of safety, confidence, and self-respect. Together, we’ll uncover and heal the impact of manipulation, criticism, or neglect. Using evidence-based trauma therapies, you can learn to release shame, rebuild inner strength, and reclaim your authentic voice.
25 Years Experience
Online in Reading, PA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Libby Shaw
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, ATR-BC, LPAT, ACS
Emotional abuse, from the past or your present day, can feel confusing and often times minimized. And yet, emotional abuse is extremely detrimental to a person's development, self-esteem, and feelings of safety. We can work on how to heal from emotional abuse, or how to establish safer and healthier boundaries with the people in your life causing you this harm.
13 Years Experience
Online in Reading, PA (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
CHRISTIE BAUR PSYCHOTHERAPY
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LPC
Emotional abuse can leave deep, lingering wounds—confusion, self-doubt, anxiety, and a feeling of never being “enough.” Whether it came from a partner, family member, or past relationship, the impact often shows up long after the abuse has ended. You may find yourself questioning your reality, struggling with your self-worth, or feeling stuck in patterns you didn’t choose.
In therapy, we’ll work together to rebuild your sense of safety, autonomy, and trust in yourself. I help clients understand the dynamics of emotional abuse, recognize the subtle ways it affects thoughts and behavior, and develop boundaries that protect their peace. Our work is focused on healing, empowerment, and reconnecting you with the strengths that may have been overshadowed. You deserve relationships—and a life—where you feel respected, supported, and emotionally secure. I’m here to help you move toward that.
20 Years Experience
Online in Reading, PA
Emotional Abuse therapists in Reading, PA Statistics
Emotional Abuse therapists in Reading, PA average 18 years of experience and charge around $225 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (44%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (44%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$225
Accept insurance
31%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 44% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 44% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 63% | Men |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 34% | Black / African American |