Emotional Abuse therapists in Wade Hampton, SC
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Emotional Abuse
Courageous SELFcare Specialists, LLC
Life Coach, B.A. Christian Counseling, Certified Lay Counselor, Christian Counselor, and Life Coach
Do you constantly feel emotionally attacked? Do you receive negative comments or criticizm more than positive feedback and support? Or maybe you began to believe negative things about yourself? Emotional abuse is just as serious as physical abuse. We want give you the tools to help you overcome emotional abuse. Book your first session today!
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wade Hampton, SC
Online in Wade Hampton, SC
Emotional Abuse
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Emotional Abuse: Reclaiming Your Reality
Healing the Invisible Wounds of the Soul
Emotional abuse is often a "silent" trauma. Because there are no physical scars, survivors frequently find themselves trapped in a cycle of self-doubt, wondering if they are "too sensitive" or if the harm is "all in their head." In my practice, I provide a courageous and affirming space to name the harm, validate your experience, and begin the work of deconstructing the psychological "fog" of abuse.
The Anatomy of Emotional Harm
Emotional abuse is a systematic erosion of a person's sense of self. We work together to identify and heal from patterns of:
Gaslighting & Reality Disturbance: Addressing the profound confusion and overwhelm that occurs when your perception of truth is constantly undermined.
The "Fawn" Response: Understanding why your nervous system may have defaulted to people-pleasing or self-silencing as a survival strategy to avoid conflict.
Chronic Burnout & Shut Down: Healing the exhaustion that comes from living in a state of constant hyper-vigilance, always waiting for the "other shoe to drop."
A Clinical Path to Restoration
With over 20 years of experience, I use a trauma-informed, systemic approach to help you rebuild:
EMDR for Traumatic Memories: We use EMDR to process the specific "stuck" moments of verbal or emotional assault that continue to trigger rejection sensitivity or fear in your current life.
Attachment Repair: We explore how the "system" of the relationship functioned and work to rebuild your attachment to your own intuition and boundaries.
Spiritual & Systemic Deconstruction: For those coming out of high-control religious or social systems, we address the specific ways that power and "divine" authority may have been used as tools of emotional control.
Breaking the Silence
I have an extensive background in working with healers, pastors, and leaders who have experienced emotional abuse within their professional or personal systems. Whether you are currently in the relationship or are years into your "after," you deserve a space that is curious, brave, and entirely yours.
Healing is not just about leaving the situation; it is about returning to yourself.
21 Years Experience
Online in Wade Hampton, SC (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Nancy Burns
Counselor/Therapist, JD, LMHC, LPC, MA, EMDR Certified
When we are trapped inside toxic relationship cycles, we often come to a point where we feel like there is no way out—especially if we keep on recreating the same toxic patterns with the people around us. The first step to breaking free is to understand that you have the power to get out and save yourself from destructive patterns so you can live your life in the healthiest, most authentic way possible. It is never too late to ask for help, and my therapy approach involves giving you the guidance and support you need to identify these toxic relationships in your life so you can start building healthy, mindful connections. We will work together to discover how you can break the cycle, rework, and nurture your relationships by identifying the root cause of these unhealthy patterns. This could involve pinpointing traumatic childhood experiences like neglectful or abusive behaviors from emotionally immature or narcissistic parents and other authority figures in your life. Once you’ve recognized where these dysfunctional patterns come from, we will work toward getting rid of harmful belief systems like constant self-blaming or feeling as if you are a bad person, so you can begin to prioritize your well-being. We can then work on rebuilding your self-esteem, setting your emotional and mental boundaries, and learning how to better regulate your emotions. Breaking away from these patterns will eventually give you the peace of mind you need to finally start loving yourself so that you feel worthy of good treatment. That is the first step in creating and nurturing positive relationships while living a life that’s free from emotional pain and trauma-induced vicious cycles. - - - "There is no normal life that is free of pain. The very wrestling with our problems provides the impetus for growth." Fred Rogers
6 Years Experience
Online in Wade Hampton, SC (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse
Dr. Hiyaguha Cohen
Counselor/Therapist, Ph.D., LPCA, MA, MFA
If someone isn't treating you well, or if someone treated you badly in your past, you may feel so worn down that depression overwhelms you. Your self-esteem may be in the toilet and insecurities may rule your life. EMDR can be extremely helpful in recovering from the trauma of emotional abuse, and CBT can help you to recover your sense of self.
33 Years Experience
Online in Wade Hampton, SC
Emotional Abuse
Melanie Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, LCMHC, Coach
Emotional abuse can be difficult to recognize, particularly when criticism, control, manipulation, gaslighting, or coercion have gradually become normalized within a relationship. I help clients make sense of what they have experienced, rebuild trust in their own perceptions, and understand the patterns that may continue affecting self-worth, boundaries, and relationships. Therapy provides space to process the impact of these experiences while developing greater autonomy, self-trust, and confidence in deciding what healthy relationships look like for you.
10 Years Experience
Online in Wade Hampton, SC (Online Only)
Emotional Abuse therapists in Wade Hampton, SC Statistics
Emotional Abuse therapists in Wade Hampton, SC average 18 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (42%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (41%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 33% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 32% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 56% | Men |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |
| 37% | Black / African American |