Emotional Abuse therapists in Aiken, South Carolina SC
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Emotional Abuse
Melanie Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, LCMHC, Coach
Many people have experienced this. And many still don't understand the long term and far reaching effects it can and does have. Research indicates that emotional abuse can have AT LEAST as detrimental effects as physical abuse. You're not alone. And you're not crazy. And you're not the unlovable person you may have been made to feel like you are. Let's find the you that you are or would have been.
10 Years Experience
Online in Aiken, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Kelsi Clayson
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Emotional abuse can be difficult to recognize, yet its impact runs deep. Maybe you’ve been made to feel small, controlled, or constantly second-guess yourself. Perhaps you’ve been told that your feelings don’t matter, that you’re “too sensitive,” or that you’re the problem. Over time, this kind of treatment can erode your self-esteem, leave you feeling trapped, and make it hard to trust yourself or others. Even if the abuse is in the past, its effects can linger in the way you see yourself and navigate relationships.
Healing from emotional abuse is about reclaiming your voice, your worth, and your sense of self. Together, we’ll explore the patterns that have shaped your experience, rebuild self-trust, and help you step out of survival mode into a life where you feel empowered and in control. You deserve to be heard, respected, and valued—not just by others, but by yourself. It’s possible to move forward, and you don’t have to do it alone.
8 Years Experience
Online in Aiken, SC South Carolina
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Anna Smith
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd, MA
The lingering effects of emotional abuse—gaslighting, criticism, control, or constant walking on eggshells—can leave you doubting yourself, struggling with trust, and feeling disconnected from your own voice and desires. My trauma-informed approach helps you name what happened, rebuild self-trust, process the emotional wounds, and learn new ways to feel safe in relationships (with yourself and others). Whether you’re still in the relationship or healing afterward, we create a space where you can reclaim your sense of worth and move toward relationships that feel supportive rather than depleting.
10 Years Experience
Online in Aiken, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Rae Mazzei
Psychologist, PsyD
I specialize in helping adolescents and adults heal from the effects of emotional abuse and unhealthy relationship dynamics. Emotional abuse can leave lasting impacts on self-esteem, trust, emotional well-being, and one's sense of safety and identity. Individuals may struggle with anxiety, depression, self-doubt, people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or challenges in future relationships. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, and trauma-informed care, I help clients process painful experiences, rebuild self-confidence, develop healthy boundaries, and foster resilience. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can heal, regain their sense of self, and move forward with greater strength and confidence.
12 Years Experience
Online in Aiken, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Emotional abuse—especially narcissistic abuse—can be difficult to name, even when its impact is significant. It often involves patterns of manipulation, control, gaslighting, and invalidation that leave you questioning your reality, your memory, and your sense of self. Many people come out of these relationships feeling confused, drained, and unsure of what was “real.” Because it doesn’t always leave visible marks, it’s often minimized or misunderstood by others. Cultural and family dynamics can make this even harder to recognize or speak about, especially when there are pressures to maintain relationships or avoid conflict.
At Nour Counseling, we have clinicians who are highly specialized in working with emotional and narcissistic abuse. We provide clear, grounded psychoeducation to help you understand these patterns—what they are, how they function, and why they can be so disorienting. From there, we work actively with you to rebuild trust in your own perceptions, strengthen boundaries, and process the emotional impact of what you’ve experienced. We also support you in recognizing how these patterns may continue to show up in current relationships, so you can move forward with more clarity and self-trust. This work is about helping you feel more anchored in yourself and less defined by what you went through.
9 Years Experience
Online in Aiken, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse therapists in Aiken, South Carolina Statistics
Emotional Abuse therapists in Aiken, South Carolina average 18 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (68%), Psychodynamic Therapy (48%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (45%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 32% |
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
| 68% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 45% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 40% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 37% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 60% | Men |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Military / Veterans |
| 39% | Hispanic / Latino |