Sexual Abuse Therapists in 80918
Karen Jensen Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
'We do what we want' is a primary premise in the approach Karen takes to counseling, and a clear reflection and understanding of what that means to each client, is where she will begin. Karen's counseling style is based in Reality Therapy; our choices are powerful. She will help her clients to take stock of where he or she is, where they truly desire to be, and help search her client's soul to determine what he or she is willing to do to achieve success as they define it.
'We do what we want' is a primary premise in the approach Karen takes to counseling, and a clear reflection and understanding of what that means to each client, is where she will begin. Karen's counseling style is based in Reality Therapy; our choices are powerful. She will help her clients to take stock of where he or she is, where they truly desire to be, and help search her client's soul to determine what he or she is willing to do to achieve success as they define it.
Megan M. Samelson (Bailey)
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPCC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
As a mental health counselor, I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages navigate their unique journeys towards emotional well-being. With a diverse range of clients, I bring a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy. My expertise lies in three main therapeutic modalities: internal family systems, narrative counseling, and attachment theory.
As a mental health counselor, I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages navigate their unique journeys towards emotional well-being. With a diverse range of clients, I bring a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy. My expertise lies in three main therapeutic modalities: internal family systems, narrative counseling, and attachment theory.
Dan E Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy starts with a simple conversation and me seeking to learn your unique perspective, needs, and goals. You may or may not know exactly what your are looking for. You might feel anything from complete comfort to terror in taking this step. I am great at helping people feel comfortable & asking the right questions to develop shared understanding. This will continue throughout treatment, so that we are always increasing awareness and achievement. This does not happen instantly, but in stages. I will support you to ensure you move at a pace best suited to your needs and comfort level.
Therapy starts with a simple conversation and me seeking to learn your unique perspective, needs, and goals. You may or may not know exactly what your are looking for. You might feel anything from complete comfort to terror in taking this step. I am great at helping people feel comfortable & asking the right questions to develop shared understanding. This will continue throughout treatment, so that we are always increasing awareness and achievement. This does not happen instantly, but in stages. I will support you to ensure you move at a pace best suited to your needs and comfort level.
Ariana Gioia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CCTP, NCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
My specialty is in complex trauma, issues for women, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and adjustment difficulties. Many of my clients seek counseling for unresolved trauma and grief that negatively impacts their functioning and relationships, resulting in dysfunction, anxiety, depression, shame, or codependency. I'm dedicated to helping clients heal from past experiences, rebuild self worth, and find happiness and meaning. I care deeply for working with survivors of suicide and those who have lost a loved one to drug overdose. I enjoy working with clients adjusting to the challenges and changes associated with parenthood.
My specialty is in complex trauma, issues for women, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and adjustment difficulties. Many of my clients seek counseling for unresolved trauma and grief that negatively impacts their functioning and relationships, resulting in dysfunction, anxiety, depression, shame, or codependency. I'm dedicated to helping clients heal from past experiences, rebuild self worth, and find happiness and meaning. I care deeply for working with survivors of suicide and those who have lost a loved one to drug overdose. I enjoy working with clients adjusting to the challenges and changes associated with parenthood.
Healing Pathways Cnslng and Neurofeedback Svcs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I'm Jess Sterner MA.LPC.NCC Together, choosing the right techniques for you, you will gain a full understanding of who you really are and become aware of your full strength and potential. I'm working only with ADULT clients 21 years old plus. When you call, please leave a message with your source of referral and /or insurance company.
I'm Jess Sterner MA.LPC.NCC Together, choosing the right techniques for you, you will gain a full understanding of who you really are and become aware of your full strength and potential. I'm working only with ADULT clients 21 years old plus. When you call, please leave a message with your source of referral and /or insurance company.
Karla Glover
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Are you tried of feeling like you don’t have any control in life? Are you tired of worrying and anticipating the worse? Sexual abuse, domestic abuse, and other traumatic experiences impact us for a lifetime. The experience often leaves us feeling confused, doubtful, anxious, sad, and worthless. These traumatic experiences can shake the very core of our being, impact our relationships, and make us wonder how to move on and live fulfilling lives. Sometimes these horrible things make us feel lost and stuck in life.
Are you tried of feeling like you don’t have any control in life? Are you tired of worrying and anticipating the worse? Sexual abuse, domestic abuse, and other traumatic experiences impact us for a lifetime. The experience often leaves us feeling confused, doubtful, anxious, sad, and worthless. These traumatic experiences can shake the very core of our being, impact our relationships, and make us wonder how to move on and live fulfilling lives. Sometimes these horrible things make us feel lost and stuck in life.
Suzanne Borson, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I've been working with children since 1987. I began as a first grade teacher, Pre-K teacher and then yoga instructor. After raising my children, I received my master's degree in mental health counseling. My passion is helping families live more functionally. I am keenly aware of the challenges that occur for children during and after divorce. I specialize in helping children of parent's in high conflict divorces. I utilize a variety of techniques tailored to meet your child's needs.
I've been working with children since 1987. I began as a first grade teacher, Pre-K teacher and then yoga instructor. After raising my children, I received my master's degree in mental health counseling. My passion is helping families live more functionally. I am keenly aware of the challenges that occur for children during and after divorce. I specialize in helping children of parent's in high conflict divorces. I utilize a variety of techniques tailored to meet your child's needs.
Brittany Bauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Life seems to always give you the short end of the stick. Caught in the thinking trap of wanting to be more but not being able to go forward. Struggling to find your place in the world. You catch yourself wondering, “Who am I and what do I want to be?” Looking for understanding and validation from the people closest to you has never worked out, because they don’t really hear what you’re saying or have the time to listen. You’ve been seen as the problem but feel there is more to you.
Life seems to always give you the short end of the stick. Caught in the thinking trap of wanting to be more but not being able to go forward. Struggling to find your place in the world. You catch yourself wondering, “Who am I and what do I want to be?” Looking for understanding and validation from the people closest to you has never worked out, because they don’t really hear what you’re saying or have the time to listen. You’ve been seen as the problem but feel there is more to you.
Jessa Crisp
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Do you feel like past trauma, negative experiences, and anxiety rule your life? Or maybe you see other people who have gone through hard things and are still able to experience joy, leading you to feel hopeless in your chasm of pain. It’s okay to take steps towards your journey of discovering what healing might look like for you and the person you are becoming.
Do you feel like past trauma, negative experiences, and anxiety rule your life? Or maybe you see other people who have gone through hard things and are still able to experience joy, leading you to feel hopeless in your chasm of pain. It’s okay to take steps towards your journey of discovering what healing might look like for you and the person you are becoming.
KidStuff Child and Family Counseling, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Waitlist for new clients
Currently a waitlist in CO Springs. Hiring Soon! KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
Currently a waitlist in CO Springs. Hiring Soon! KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
Mindful Connections Mental Health, LLC
PsyD, BC-TMH, CCATP
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Mindful Connections offers individual, couples, family and group counseling for a variety of concerns. Whether clients are simply struggling with everyday life changes or managing significant mental health concerns, MCMH can help! Our providers work with clients as young as 6 years old. The variety of modalities and focuses offered by our providers ensures we can address the concerns of our unique clients from multiple perspectives, creating a safe, comfortable environment that truly assists in meeting collaboratively established goals through interventions clearly outlined and agreed upon between client and provider.
Mindful Connections offers individual, couples, family and group counseling for a variety of concerns. Whether clients are simply struggling with everyday life changes or managing significant mental health concerns, MCMH can help! Our providers work with clients as young as 6 years old. The variety of modalities and focuses offered by our providers ensures we can address the concerns of our unique clients from multiple perspectives, creating a safe, comfortable environment that truly assists in meeting collaboratively established goals through interventions clearly outlined and agreed upon between client and provider.
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Fred Rhodes
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918 (Online Only)
Fred Rhodes is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) with over 3 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Fred specializes in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, trauma, attachment-based issues, identity struggles, mood disorders, and more.
Fred Rhodes is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) with over 3 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Fred specializes in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, trauma, attachment-based issues, identity struggles, mood disorders, and more.
Rosanne Morin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MCC, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Life is sometimes a struggle but you are not alone. Just by reading this, you have taken the most difficult step--reaching out. Whatever your struggle--a difficult relationship, loss or change, painful memories, or you're not sure--I can help. Are you feeling sad, angry, overwhelmed, or powerless? Perhaps low self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, depression, or fear block you from moving forward. My focus is to provide a safe place to be heard, understood, and supported. We will work together to find answers, direction, and peace. My own healing journey shapes my approach with compassion, empathy, and insights--all without judgment.
Life is sometimes a struggle but you are not alone. Just by reading this, you have taken the most difficult step--reaching out. Whatever your struggle--a difficult relationship, loss or change, painful memories, or you're not sure--I can help. Are you feeling sad, angry, overwhelmed, or powerless? Perhaps low self-esteem, anxiety, addiction, depression, or fear block you from moving forward. My focus is to provide a safe place to be heard, understood, and supported. We will work together to find answers, direction, and peace. My own healing journey shapes my approach with compassion, empathy, and insights--all without judgment.
Natalie Warner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I am a Licensed Social Worker, and am EMDR Certified. I enjoy utilizing a person’s strengths to help clients through their therapeutic journey. No client is the same, which is why there is “no one therapeutic modality fits everyone,” when it comes to my approach as a therapist. I currently work with adults 18 years and older. I have experience working with trauma, clients who have been sex trafficked, anxiety, life transitions, and grief and loss. My primary focus is working with clients who have experienced developmental or intergenerational trauma. My office hours are generally Monday-Friday 8-4.
I am a Licensed Social Worker, and am EMDR Certified. I enjoy utilizing a person’s strengths to help clients through their therapeutic journey. No client is the same, which is why there is “no one therapeutic modality fits everyone,” when it comes to my approach as a therapist. I currently work with adults 18 years and older. I have experience working with trauma, clients who have been sex trafficked, anxiety, life transitions, and grief and loss. My primary focus is working with clients who have experienced developmental or intergenerational trauma. My office hours are generally Monday-Friday 8-4.
Adonia Whittier River Of Life Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
As a Therapist, I am knowledgeable, trustworthy, and kind. I view each person I meet as a unique individual with their own goals, needs, and desires. One thing that can be helpful is having a nonjudgmental person to talk to who actually understands and cares. I want to be that person for you, whom you can open up to and trust, who will show you compassion and empathy in your darkest hours. I believe that you are the master of your own life but I am here to help you find the path to happiness and healing.
As a Therapist, I am knowledgeable, trustworthy, and kind. I view each person I meet as a unique individual with their own goals, needs, and desires. One thing that can be helpful is having a nonjudgmental person to talk to who actually understands and cares. I want to be that person for you, whom you can open up to and trust, who will show you compassion and empathy in your darkest hours. I believe that you are the master of your own life but I am here to help you find the path to happiness and healing.
Adam Skinner
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
If you’re reading this and considering counseling, there’s a part of you that’s searching for healing, wholeness, meaning, and joy, and I want to help you find it. I work with adult individuals using IFS, EMDR, guided imagery, and experiential and somatic therapies to help people heal from experiences like abuse, neglect, spiritual/religious or cult trauma, unwanted or compulsive sexual behaviors, depression, and codependency. I enjoy working with young adults, creatives, geeks and gamers, intuitive people who want to go beyond the black-and-white, and overthinkers of every variety!
If you’re reading this and considering counseling, there’s a part of you that’s searching for healing, wholeness, meaning, and joy, and I want to help you find it. I work with adult individuals using IFS, EMDR, guided imagery, and experiential and somatic therapies to help people heal from experiences like abuse, neglect, spiritual/religious or cult trauma, unwanted or compulsive sexual behaviors, depression, and codependency. I enjoy working with young adults, creatives, geeks and gamers, intuitive people who want to go beyond the black-and-white, and overthinkers of every variety!
Tory L. White
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFTC, EMDR
Not Verified Not Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Your strengths matter! We all need to be reminded of our value and the strength we attain from life's challenges. Getting help doesn't mean that you've failed; it simply means that you are not alone. We utilize tools to help you with: BALANCE, HEALING, INTEGRATION, & WHOLENESS. Let us help you make the positive changes you want in your life. Start your creative journey today by taking time for yourself by discovering a new path to a great life! You are not your past or negative labels. You will smile again.
Your strengths matter! We all need to be reminded of our value and the strength we attain from life's challenges. Getting help doesn't mean that you've failed; it simply means that you are not alone. We utilize tools to help you with: BALANCE, HEALING, INTEGRATION, & WHOLENESS. Let us help you make the positive changes you want in your life. Start your creative journey today by taking time for yourself by discovering a new path to a great life! You are not your past or negative labels. You will smile again.
Diane Hanyok
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Welcome! I'm so glad you're investing in your own growth. I want you to know one thing: you have value. As a counselor, my heart is dedicated to showing people they are worthy of care and attention. Whether you are working through trauma, a problematic diagnosis, making some difficult decisions, walking through grief and loss, experiencing anxiety, depression, conflict, or experiencing problems in relationships, if you're needing some guidance to recover from a former abortion, process shame, thrive after failure, or strengthen your personal boundaries, you are important.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're investing in your own growth. I want you to know one thing: you have value. As a counselor, my heart is dedicated to showing people they are worthy of care and attention. Whether you are working through trauma, a problematic diagnosis, making some difficult decisions, walking through grief and loss, experiencing anxiety, depression, conflict, or experiencing problems in relationships, if you're needing some guidance to recover from a former abortion, process shame, thrive after failure, or strengthen your personal boundaries, you are important.
Kristin J. Exton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, past abuse, trauma, PTSD, spirituality, marriage or family stresses? I provide individual, couple's, and family therapy, in person or via a HIPPA compliant Telehealth platform utilizing a Solution-Focused Brief Therapy framework, with cognitive-behavioral, and other therapeutic approaches tailored to your specific needs. Learning proven communication techniques, calming techniques, and a variety of strategies to effectively increase your coping skills is pivotal in creating positive life changes!
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, past abuse, trauma, PTSD, spirituality, marriage or family stresses? I provide individual, couple's, and family therapy, in person or via a HIPPA compliant Telehealth platform utilizing a Solution-Focused Brief Therapy framework, with cognitive-behavioral, and other therapeutic approaches tailored to your specific needs. Learning proven communication techniques, calming techniques, and a variety of strategies to effectively increase your coping skills is pivotal in creating positive life changes!
Marissa Foster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918 (Online Only)
It is my passion to partner with people as they share their story. My hope is to offer compassionate and perceptive support to my clients. Seeking support takes courage and having support through challenges or traumatic experiences provides perspective, encouragement and hope that can have a remarkable impact on how you overcome those experiences. Life is a journey and it is my goal to equip and inspire with an infusion of hope to heal the pain and wounds of life.
It is my passion to partner with people as they share their story. My hope is to offer compassionate and perceptive support to my clients. Seeking support takes courage and having support through challenges or traumatic experiences provides perspective, encouragement and hope that can have a remarkable impact on how you overcome those experiences. Life is a journey and it is my goal to equip and inspire with an infusion of hope to heal the pain and wounds of life.
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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.