Emotional Abuse Therapy therapists in Newington, Virginia VA
Dr. Chiara Simeone-DiFrancesco
Psychologist, PhD
Relationships need to be safe and respectful. You are an equal human being, no matter what else is about you. There are many things you can try to change dynamics, so that you don't stay abused. A good therapist should try to understand both sides, as this is part of understanding that is empathic but firm in setting boundaries. I often treat emotional abuse in the context of couples' therapy, and we work to heal and resolve it. I have seen many emotionally abusive partners change. So, don't give up and don't give in. Your never know what solid therapy might accomplish!
34 Years Experience
Ben Dickstein
Psychologist, PhD
Many of the trauma-survivors I work with tell me that the most damaging aspect of their traumas were the many negative messages that they received about themselves from abusers. Emotional abuse often leaves deeply rooted self-doubt and self-loathing in its wake. I use some of the best evidence-based trauma practices available to help survivors of emotional abuse identify and challenge these negative messages, in turn increasing self-confidence and optimism.
11 Years Experience
Sierra Dayton
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.Ed., LPC
Emotional abuse is often very pervasive in an individual's life and many people often overlook the impact it can have on someone. Emotional abuse is highly co-occcurring with symptoms of eating disorders, BPD, and other concerns. Emotional abuse is often what leads to maladaptive schemas, therefore I also utilize schema-focused therapy to help individuals who have experienced emotional abuse to dismantle their maladaptive schemas.
3 Years Experience
Camille Larsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
For many people who have lived with emotional abuse, a therapeutic relationship is the first safe relationship they have. It is understandable to build trust over time at a pace your nervous system dictates, and I feel honored to do this work and walk beside you on this journey.
Emotional abuse sometimes produces symptoms of PTSD. EMDR and other therapies can significantly reduce these symptoms.
8 Years Experience
Psychotherapy.Com
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Treatment for Emotional Abuse
28 Years Experience