Sexual Abuse Therapists in 67215
Abundant Hope Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67215
Treatment specialties include: physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, ADHD, adjustment disorders, adolescents, adoption, anger management, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, childhood trauma, couples/marital, depression, divorce, domestic violence, family issues, life transitions.
I believe in having hope and moving forward to live a fulfilling life. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Emporia State University. I have 17 years experience in the child welfare system with 10 years of that as a therapist in residential, outpatient, and school settings.
Treatment specialties include: physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, ADHD, adjustment disorders, adolescents, adoption, anger management, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, childhood trauma, couples/marital, depression, divorce, domestic violence, family issues, life transitions.
I believe in having hope and moving forward to live a fulfilling life. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Emporia State University. I have 17 years experience in the child welfare system with 10 years of that as a therapist in residential, outpatient, and school settings.
Natalie Valle
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Verified Verified
Wichita, KS 67215
Not accepting new clients
You’ve had it. This world isn’t what it advertises itself to be. And you are just one “Don’t worry, it’ll get better” or “I'm praying for you” away from telling the well-meaning advice givers to stick it where the sun doesn’t shine. If only they knew how many times you fought the urge to silence this pain for good just in the past 24 hours. Your mind’s playlist is a spiral of piercing rage. You feel like your origin story is basically unfit for human consumption. How could any rational human being sit with you in all the torment and darkness? All of which leads you to wonder: Is there any hope for me in this life?
You’ve had it. This world isn’t what it advertises itself to be. And you are just one “Don’t worry, it’ll get better” or “I'm praying for you” away from telling the well-meaning advice givers to stick it where the sun doesn’t shine. If only they knew how many times you fought the urge to silence this pain for good just in the past 24 hours. Your mind’s playlist is a spiral of piercing rage. You feel like your origin story is basically unfit for human consumption. How could any rational human being sit with you in all the torment and darkness? All of which leads you to wonder: Is there any hope for me in this life?
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.