Sexual Abuse Therapists in 92675

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Charlene Underhill Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
My doctoral work focused on specialized care to adults and children who have been affected by sexual abuse and trauma.
I see individuals, couples and children and treat a wide range of issues such as relational problems, self-sabotage, pregnancy and post-partum difficulties, and parenting challenges. I use a psychodynamic perspective, working with my clients in a collaborative and insightful process. Problems are understood within a context of past interpersonal experiences which often help provide understanding to the client's current situation. I am also well prepared to help clients of faith effectively integrate spiritual convictions and concerns with psychological understandings and emotional health.
My doctoral work focused on specialized care to adults and children who have been affected by sexual abuse and trauma.
I see individuals, couples and children and treat a wide range of issues such as relational problems, self-sabotage, pregnancy and post-partum difficulties, and parenting challenges. I use a psychodynamic perspective, working with my clients in a collaborative and insightful process. Problems are understood within a context of past interpersonal experiences which often help provide understanding to the client's current situation. I am also well prepared to help clients of faith effectively integrate spiritual convictions and concerns with psychological understandings and emotional health.
(424) 286-2734 View (424) 286-2734
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Jacqueline Khella
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Welcome to your first step at recieving the care you need. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, anxiety, depression and more. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Welcome to your first step at recieving the care you need. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, anxiety, depression and more. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
(619) 373-1902 View (619) 373-1902
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Solutions Counseling & Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
We are a group of skilled, compassionate therapists that specialize in individual, couple and family therapy. Challenges in life can leave you overwhelmed and discouraged. We give you the tools you need to see that solutions are possible… and you don’t need to wait very long to see meaningful results! Call us for a free consultation.
We are a group of skilled, compassionate therapists that specialize in individual, couple and family therapy. Challenges in life can leave you overwhelmed and discouraged. We give you the tools you need to see that solutions are possible… and you don’t need to wait very long to see meaningful results! Call us for a free consultation.
(949) 207-3655 View (949) 207-3655
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Dr. Rumana Mansur
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92675
Hi there - I'm Dr. Mansur, a licensed Clinical Psychologist. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, loss experiences or re-emerging past trauma? Are you experiencing stress from work, school or family? Are you looking for emotional relief or a path to achieve personal growth? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, I could help you learn new ways to think and develop new skills. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe and accepting environment for you to share challenges you may be facing. We start by identifying an attainable goal and understanding your distress in context.
Hi there - I'm Dr. Mansur, a licensed Clinical Psychologist. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, loss experiences or re-emerging past trauma? Are you experiencing stress from work, school or family? Are you looking for emotional relief or a path to achieve personal growth? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, I could help you learn new ways to think and develop new skills. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe and accepting environment for you to share challenges you may be facing. We start by identifying an attainable goal and understanding your distress in context.
(657) 220-6216 View (657) 220-6216
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Walk Intuit Inc.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Are you needing some help navigating your life journey? We are here to walk alongside you while you heal. You are not what has happened to you. Your trauma and pain does not define you. Sometimes in order to separate from our story we must tell our story, understand it, and truly be heard and acknowledged. You are so much more than your story. As your therapy team we will help you to navigate your own healing journey. Whether you have experienced trauma, are struggling with lack of purpose, feeling empty or alone, or experiencing feeling fragmented or broken. You are not alone and healing is possible!
Are you needing some help navigating your life journey? We are here to walk alongside you while you heal. You are not what has happened to you. Your trauma and pain does not define you. Sometimes in order to separate from our story we must tell our story, understand it, and truly be heard and acknowledged. You are so much more than your story. As your therapy team we will help you to navigate your own healing journey. Whether you have experienced trauma, are struggling with lack of purpose, feeling empty or alone, or experiencing feeling fragmented or broken. You are not alone and healing is possible!
(714) 364-9242 View (714) 364-9242
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Dr. Yvonne M Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sometimes it's hard to be a parent; you love your child and want to help them live a healthy life. You've tried everything, but nothing seems to help. You desire answers to help your child regain that happy smile they once had. Parenting is one of the most rewarding and challenging things you will do in your life. The good news is that as a parent, you have the opportunity to shape your child's future in a positive direction. My passion is working with children and parents to regain the of life and healthy relationships that every parent desires for their child.
Sometimes it's hard to be a parent; you love your child and want to help them live a healthy life. You've tried everything, but nothing seems to help. You desire answers to help your child regain that happy smile they once had. Parenting is one of the most rewarding and challenging things you will do in your life. The good news is that as a parent, you have the opportunity to shape your child's future in a positive direction. My passion is working with children and parents to regain the of life and healthy relationships that every parent desires for their child.
(714) 702-1955 View (714) 702-1955
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Melissa McManis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92675
I am a trauma informed sex therapist. I specialize in helping individuals navigate the sensitive issues related to erotic recovery and sex. Many of my clients struggle with shame and guilt. You may experience a range of issues related to your sexuality, such as: sexual addiction or compulsive behavior, trauma related to sexual abuse or assault, anxiety or depression related to your sexual experiences, relationship issues related to sexuality or intimacy, shame or guilt related to your sexual desires or fantasies or relationships.
I am a trauma informed sex therapist. I specialize in helping individuals navigate the sensitive issues related to erotic recovery and sex. Many of my clients struggle with shame and guilt. You may experience a range of issues related to your sexuality, such as: sexual addiction or compulsive behavior, trauma related to sexual abuse or assault, anxiety or depression related to your sexual experiences, relationship issues related to sexuality or intimacy, shame or guilt related to your sexual desires or fantasies or relationships.
(916) 461-8755 View (916) 461-8755
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Lisa Dunlop
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
It is my life calling to facilitate healing and transformation for people who are ready for meaningful change and authentic self-expression. I have over 7 years of experience working as a Marriage and Family Therapist, and before that, I worked in hospice and meditation centers. I bring with me a long love of meditation and wisdom teachings. I have worked with a variety of issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, identity, sexuality, gender, addiction, OCD, PTSD, and grief and loss. In working together, you will discover my style as a therapist is warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental.
It is my life calling to facilitate healing and transformation for people who are ready for meaningful change and authentic self-expression. I have over 7 years of experience working as a Marriage and Family Therapist, and before that, I worked in hospice and meditation centers. I bring with me a long love of meditation and wisdom teachings. I have worked with a variety of issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, identity, sexuality, gender, addiction, OCD, PTSD, and grief and loss. In working together, you will discover my style as a therapist is warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental.
(424) 401-7758 View (424) 401-7758
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Yasamin Shenasi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92675
Feeling worthless, helpless, overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Do you feel that life is unmanageable? Sometimes do you feel that the light is too far away? Are you exhausted and worn out? I read once "It is not how we fall in life but how we get back up that matters." I believe in a compassionate, nonjudgmental, non-shaming approach to therapy. My focus in therapy will help you get the strength to "get back up". Our sessions will focus on what your needs are, and together, we can begin the process of healing.
Feeling worthless, helpless, overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Do you feel that life is unmanageable? Sometimes do you feel that the light is too far away? Are you exhausted and worn out? I read once "It is not how we fall in life but how we get back up that matters." I believe in a compassionate, nonjudgmental, non-shaming approach to therapy. My focus in therapy will help you get the strength to "get back up". Our sessions will focus on what your needs are, and together, we can begin the process of healing.
(949) 787-0224 View (949) 787-0224
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Foojan Zeine
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92675
In our session, I focus on meeting you with empathy and truly understanding your needs, wants, and desires. Together, we will embark on a journey to discover whether therapy or coaching resonates best with your unique requirements. Once your goal is identified, we will walk hand in hand toward its realization. I will serve as a compassionate mirror, reflecting the aspects of yourself that may have gone unnoticed. Together, we will explore fresh perspectives on being, thinking, and behaving, paving the way for you to embrace and sustain the fulfilling life you aspire to and truly deserve through trauma-informed techniques.
In our session, I focus on meeting you with empathy and truly understanding your needs, wants, and desires. Together, we will embark on a journey to discover whether therapy or coaching resonates best with your unique requirements. Once your goal is identified, we will walk hand in hand toward its realization. I will serve as a compassionate mirror, reflecting the aspects of yourself that may have gone unnoticed. Together, we will explore fresh perspectives on being, thinking, and behaving, paving the way for you to embrace and sustain the fulfilling life you aspire to and truly deserve through trauma-informed techniques.
(818) 648-2140 View (818) 648-2140
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PCIT Institute of Southern California
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92675
Is your child controlling your household with their demands, tantrums and power struggles? Are you feeling exhausted, out of control and defeated? Are you embarrassed in public and afraid that people see your child's behavior as your failure? Are you tired of fighting, struggling, and trying so hard, but getting nowhere?
Is your child controlling your household with their demands, tantrums and power struggles? Are you feeling exhausted, out of control and defeated? Are you embarrassed in public and afraid that people see your child's behavior as your failure? Are you tired of fighting, struggling, and trying so hard, but getting nowhere?
(949) 482-4367 View (949) 482-4367
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Leah Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Here is what I know: Life is beautiful and life is messy. Life is joyful and life is painful. There is not a linear trajectory. Life may be going along swimmingly, and then seemingly out of nowhere something can change in an instant and send one on a completely different course. Wouldn’t it be nice to avoid these unpleasant truths? Unfortunately, the ways we attempt to avoid suffering usually create more of the very problems we were trying to ignore.
Here is what I know: Life is beautiful and life is messy. Life is joyful and life is painful. There is not a linear trajectory. Life may be going along swimmingly, and then seemingly out of nowhere something can change in an instant and send one on a completely different course. Wouldn’t it be nice to avoid these unpleasant truths? Unfortunately, the ways we attempt to avoid suffering usually create more of the very problems we were trying to ignore.
(949) 779-5797 View (949) 779-5797
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Tracey Kane
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Initiating therapy is a courageous and vulnerable step. For many who have experienced trauma, addiction, and relational issues in their past, this is can be an intense experience. I will work closely with you to understand your individual circumstances and needs. Together, we will build a plan that honors your journey of healing. As a therapist, I will work to provide a safe space and act as a guide as you build insight and explore new ways of living. My goal is to promote healing from within, shift pervasive beliefs that no longer serve you, and help you explore and uncover attunement to your purpose and sense of self.
Initiating therapy is a courageous and vulnerable step. For many who have experienced trauma, addiction, and relational issues in their past, this is can be an intense experience. I will work closely with you to understand your individual circumstances and needs. Together, we will build a plan that honors your journey of healing. As a therapist, I will work to provide a safe space and act as a guide as you build insight and explore new ways of living. My goal is to promote healing from within, shift pervasive beliefs that no longer serve you, and help you explore and uncover attunement to your purpose and sense of self.
(714) 844-7414 View (714) 844-7414
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Kendall Raymond
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Welcome! I celebrate you for being here. Perhaps your childhood was very hard and you’ve noticed things from your past start to resurface or maybe your child is now struggling emotionally for a variety of reasons and you’re at a loss with how to help them. Dealing with life’s complex and ever-changing struggles, healing emotional wounds or overcoming negative thoughts are all things that should not be faced alone. Human beings of all ages and walks of life can experience pain, isolation, fear, feeling lost or uncertain about themselves, and among many other internal challenges.
Welcome! I celebrate you for being here. Perhaps your childhood was very hard and you’ve noticed things from your past start to resurface or maybe your child is now struggling emotionally for a variety of reasons and you’re at a loss with how to help them. Dealing with life’s complex and ever-changing struggles, healing emotional wounds or overcoming negative thoughts are all things that should not be faced alone. Human beings of all ages and walks of life can experience pain, isolation, fear, feeling lost or uncertain about themselves, and among many other internal challenges.
(949) 998-4751 View (949) 998-4751
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Poppy Eve Peluce-Fune
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
For more than two decades, I have made a commitment in the professional realm to understand the human condition. What I have learned is that we are unique yet unifying and vast yet reachable. It is my passion to take a journey with you and learn about what makes you who you are and how this interplays with the world and relationships around you. Everyone has a story. If you don't know yours, then we'll write it together. Emotional success often means life success and is contingent on not just knowing your story but telling your story.
For more than two decades, I have made a commitment in the professional realm to understand the human condition. What I have learned is that we are unique yet unifying and vast yet reachable. It is my passion to take a journey with you and learn about what makes you who you are and how this interplays with the world and relationships around you. Everyone has a story. If you don't know yours, then we'll write it together. Emotional success often means life success and is contingent on not just knowing your story but telling your story.
(949) 397-2212 View (949) 397-2212
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James Reginald Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675  (Online Only)
(949) 787-1249 View (949) 787-1249
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Shannon Silverstein
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92675
My name is Dr. Shannon Silverstein, and I am a Licensed Psychologist originating from Southern California, providing therapy services to California clients statewide through telehealth. I am dedicated to working with women struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relational struggles, grief and/or trauma, utilizing therapeutic approaches that are tailored to meet the needs of the individual client. I am also skilled and enthusiastic working with both adolescents and the elderly.
My name is Dr. Shannon Silverstein, and I am a Licensed Psychologist originating from Southern California, providing therapy services to California clients statewide through telehealth. I am dedicated to working with women struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relational struggles, grief and/or trauma, utilizing therapeutic approaches that are tailored to meet the needs of the individual client. I am also skilled and enthusiastic working with both adolescents and the elderly.
(916) 299-8823 View (916) 299-8823
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Bridgman Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92675
Thank you for visiting our profile page. You are searching, not just for someone who can assist you with the issue you are struggling with, but someone you can connect with; someone who can truly understand you. The best way to find that person is to interview them on the phone. Credentials are only the starting place for a therapy relationship. Keep in mind you are choosing somebody with whom you can share pretty much everything about you; perhaps things you've never told any other person. Make sure you pick somebody you like & trust.
Thank you for visiting our profile page. You are searching, not just for someone who can assist you with the issue you are struggling with, but someone you can connect with; someone who can truly understand you. The best way to find that person is to interview them on the phone. Credentials are only the starting place for a therapy relationship. Keep in mind you are choosing somebody with whom you can share pretty much everything about you; perhaps things you've never told any other person. Make sure you pick somebody you like & trust.
(949) 383-4025 View (949) 383-4025
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Carrie Grubisic
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
You’re a new mom who has gone through something traumatic but is expected to put your needs aside and give every ounce of yourself to your tiny human(s). You feel completely lost in the mix and invisible. You’re not even sure who you are anymore or where you start and stop. You love your baby, and you feel suffocated too. You feel guilty that you feel so empty…really, you feel guilty for everything. You feel on edge, worried, and super scattered. You are shocked at the rage you feel by the unfair load you are tasked with. You’re not asking for much! Just a moment, a breath, some space, some clarity.
You’re a new mom who has gone through something traumatic but is expected to put your needs aside and give every ounce of yourself to your tiny human(s). You feel completely lost in the mix and invisible. You’re not even sure who you are anymore or where you start and stop. You love your baby, and you feel suffocated too. You feel guilty that you feel so empty…really, you feel guilty for everything. You feel on edge, worried, and super scattered. You are shocked at the rage you feel by the unfair load you are tasked with. You’re not asking for much! Just a moment, a breath, some space, some clarity.
(949) 518-1801 View (949) 518-1801
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Lilit Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675  (Online Only)
Life can feel overwhelming. You may feel stuck, anxious, confused, or burdened with pain. Or perhaps you have reached a difficult impasse in your relationship. You may even feel like all hope for change is lost. I’m here to come alongside of you and tell you that change is possible. I believe we can work together to understand the emotions and needs at the root of your thoughts, behaviors, and relationship patterns. With insight, you can find your footing again, regain hope, and ultimately, you can make lasting changes in your life.
Life can feel overwhelming. You may feel stuck, anxious, confused, or burdened with pain. Or perhaps you have reached a difficult impasse in your relationship. You may even feel like all hope for change is lost. I’m here to come alongside of you and tell you that change is possible. I believe we can work together to understand the emotions and needs at the root of your thoughts, behaviors, and relationship patterns. With insight, you can find your footing again, regain hope, and ultimately, you can make lasting changes in your life.
(714) 696-1131 View (714) 696-1131
Sexual Abuse Therapists

How do therapists treat sexual abuse?

A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.

Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?

Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.

How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?

Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.

Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?

As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.