Emotional Abuse therapists in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania PA
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Emotional Abuse
Dr. Cynthia Edwards-Hawver
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Emotional abuse is the hardest kind to recover from, partly because it leaves no visible marks and partly because years of gaslighting have likely convinced you that you're exaggerating, too sensitive, or the real problem in the relationship. Emotional abuse includes gaslighting, manipulation, coercive control, isolation, emotional neglect, intimidation, and the systematic erosion of your self-worth over time. As a licensed psychologist specializing in narcissistic abuse recovery for mothers, I work with women to first name what happened to them accurately — because many don't — and then to heal the specific damage that emotional and psychological abuse creates: the chronic self-doubt, the hypervigilance, the trauma bonding, the loss of identity. This is not general relationship counseling. I have 30 years of clinical experience working specifically with the dynamics of emotional abuse, coercive control, and psychological manipulation, and I understand how these patterns operate, how they escalate after separation, and what it actually takes to heal from them.
26 Years Experience
Online in Wilkes-Barre, PA Pennsylvania (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Sarah Sternlieb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Growing up in an environment where your feelings weren’t seen or were dismissed can stay with you. You might second-guess yourself, feel on edge in relationships, or struggle to trust your own reactions. We work to understand where those patterns started and help you feel less on edge and more able to trust yourself over time.
14 Years Experience
Online in Wilkes-Barre, PA Pennsylvania (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Kreins Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
As a psychologist specializing in the treatment of emotional abuse, my approach prioritizes creating a safe and validating therapeutic environment where individuals can explore their experiences and heal from the effects of abuse. Through trauma-informed therapy modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and trauma-focused approaches, I help clients process their emotions, challenge distorted beliefs, and develop coping skills to rebuild their sense of self-worth and autonomy. Additionally, I provide psychoeducation about the dynamics of emotional abuse and support clients in setting boundaries, enhancing self-care practices, and accessing resources for safety and support. Collaboration with other professionals, such as legal advocates or social workers, may also be integrated into the treatment plan to address practical needs and ensure holistic healing. My goal is to empower individuals to reclaim their agency, cultivate resilience, and thrive in relationships characterized by respect and empathy.
26 Years Experience
Online in Wilkes-Barre, PA Pennsylvania
Emotional Abuse
Peter D. Ruffini
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, MA, LPC, LPCMH, ACS, EMDRPT-II
I help individuals who have experienced emotional abuse, manipulation, or chronic invalidation—whether in childhood, relationships, or authority structures. These experiences often shape self-doubt, hypervigilance, and difficulty trusting one’s own perceptions. Therapy focuses on rebuilding internal stability, correcting distorted self-beliefs, and restoring a grounded sense of agency and self-respect.
15 Years Experience
Online in Wilkes-Barre, PA Pennsylvania
Emotional Abuse
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy
Treatment Center, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
Our center is composed of multiple trauma specialists, all of whom have experience working with emotional abuse. Emotional abuse comes in many forms and can be difficult to address as it is easy to minimize or internalize. Our approaches to trauma therapy can help you heal from past emotional abuse.
11 Years Experience
Online in Wilkes-Barre, PA Pennsylvania
Emotional Abuse therapists in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Statistics
Emotional Abuse therapists in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania average 18 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Existential / Humanistic Therapy (47%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (45%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 45% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 45% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 42% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 62% | Men |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 32% | Military / Veterans |