Sexual Abuse therapists in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania PA
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Sexual Abuse
Dr. Brian Sharpless
Psychologist, Ph.D., Clinical Psychology; M.A., Philosophy
Sexual abuse doesn't effect everyone the same way. As such, there is no one treatment that works equally for everyone. I have been trained to use various forms of psychodynamic (e.g., Supportive-Expressive Treatment, Transference-Focused Psychotherapy) and cognitive-behavioral (e.g., Prolonged Exposure) therapies to help people suffering from the long-term effects of sexual and physical abuse.
19 Years Experience
Online in Shade Gap, PA Pennsylvania
Sexual Abuse
Peter D. Ruffini
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, MA, LPC, LPCMH, ACS, EMDRPT-II
I provide trauma-informed therapy for adults who have experienced sexual abuse or sexual boundary violations. While much of my work focuses on men, I also work with women when clinically appropriate. Treatment is carefully paced, evidence-based, and focused on restoring safety, agency, and emotional regulation.
15 Years Experience
Online in Shade Gap, PA Pennsylvania
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with adults who are survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Many of the people I see have built full, functioning lives and are often seen as capable, responsible, and reliable by others. Inside, they may carry a private mix of shame, confusion, anger, or grief about what happened, and a sense that they have never really had space to tend to it.
Early abuse can leave traces in many areas of adult life. You might notice difficulty feeling at home in your body; anxiety, numbness, or shutdown in moments of closeness or vulnerability; a persistent sense that you are “too much” or “not enough”; or a tendency to doubt your own perceptions. There may be complicated feelings toward family members who knew, did not know, or minimized what happened, as well as patterns of over‑accommodating, people‑pleasing, or staying in relationships that feel familiar but not truly safe. Sometimes the impact shows up as depression, anxiety, perfectionism, or a feeling of being fundamentally different from others, without always linking it back to your early experiences.
I have worked with survivors of childhood sexual abuse for many years, and this is one of my primary areas of specialization. I know how varied and complex the impact can be. My approach is careful, attuned, and paced to your nervous system. We do not rush into details or push for disclosure. Instead, we focus on helping you feel safer inside your own body and mind, making sense of what happened at a pace that feels manageable, and loosening the grip of shame and self‑blame. Over time, we explore what it means to have real choice, boundaries, and agency in your adult life, including in relationships, work, and family.
My role is to offer a grounded, non‑intrusive space where you do not have to minimize your experience or protect anyone else’s feelings.
26 Years Experience
Online in Shade Gap, PA Pennsylvania
Sexual Abuse
Michelle Callahan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and have worked with children as young as 5 using this model to help heal from sexual abuse. I will help you build healthier coping skills and ways of thinking around the trauma as well as process difficult memories.
15 Years Experience
Online in Shade Gap, PA Pennsylvania
Sexual Abuse
Dr. Susan E. Schumacher
Licensed Professional Counselor, DA, LPC, LCPC, CCTP, EMDR Clinician
Surviving sexual abuse is a painful and challenging. Deep empathy and compassion are required to gently, respectfully explore issues of concern. Our collaborative work will respect your pace and find ways to live beyond coping. You can live beyond trauma and find peace, contentment, and joy.
17 Years Experience
Online in Shade Gap, PA Pennsylvania
Sexual Abuse therapists in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania Statistics
Sexual Abuse therapists in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania average 16 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (42%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (42%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 66% |
In Person and Online |
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| 34% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 40% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 40% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 35% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Teen |
| 53% | Senior |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |
| 27% | Hispanic / Latino |