Sexual Abuse Therapists in Stoney Creek, ON
Emdr Maria del Carmen Sarmiento
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MEdCPsy, EMDR C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stoney Creek, ON L8J (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma, sexual assault, PTSD, anxiety, stress, trust and intimacy issues, self-esteem, depression, and the development of self-awareness and self-direction.
Life obstacles may be the turning point towards new and rewarding experiences. Getting help through counselling is a safe way to move forward in your healing journey. I work with adults accompanying them on their path to self-exploration and self-awareness that will give them the courage to make new choices and create changes in their lives.
I specialize in trauma, sexual assault, PTSD, anxiety, stress, trust and intimacy issues, self-esteem, depression, and the development of self-awareness and self-direction.
Life obstacles may be the turning point towards new and rewarding experiences. Getting help through counselling is a safe way to move forward in your healing journey. I work with adults accompanying them on their path to self-exploration and self-awareness that will give them the courage to make new choices and create changes in their lives.
Julie Moscato
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP Qual
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stoney Creek, ON L8J
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the weight of what you've been through, unsure about how to move forward, or struggling to reclaim your sense of self, know that you’re not alone. I specialize in supporting women who have endured sexual assault or abuse, offering a space where your pain is acknowledged and your voice is heard. Together, we will work to gently separate your identity from the trauma, support you in areas where the trauma is affecting you, and help you rebuild your life with strength, resilience, and hope for the future.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the weight of what you've been through, unsure about how to move forward, or struggling to reclaim your sense of self, know that you’re not alone. I specialize in supporting women who have endured sexual assault or abuse, offering a space where your pain is acknowledged and your voice is heard. Together, we will work to gently separate your identity from the trauma, support you in areas where the trauma is affecting you, and help you rebuild your life with strength, resilience, and hope for the future.
Lotus Counseling & Trauma Therapy Niagara
Registered Social Worker, BS, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Stoney Creek, ON L8E
Vijaya's counselling philosophy is to provide a strength-based and cultural sensitivity perspective to clients. Vijaya's extensive professional background allows her to treat clients who have had experiences with mental heath, domestic abuse, sexual assault, relationships issues, anxiety, and depression. Her clients appreciate her personalized approach to counselling in a comforting and welcoming. Vijaya's comprehensive background experienced in working with clients from diverse ethnic backgrounds. Also trained in providing education and Nero rehabilitations after brain injury, with cognitive, emotional and psychological fatigue.
Vijaya's counselling philosophy is to provide a strength-based and cultural sensitivity perspective to clients. Vijaya's extensive professional background allows her to treat clients who have had experiences with mental heath, domestic abuse, sexual assault, relationships issues, anxiety, and depression. Her clients appreciate her personalized approach to counselling in a comforting and welcoming. Vijaya's comprehensive background experienced in working with clients from diverse ethnic backgrounds. Also trained in providing education and Nero rehabilitations after brain injury, with cognitive, emotional and psychological fatigue.
Hamilton Trauma Therapy Centre
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RP(Q), RP
Verified Verified
Stoney Creek, ON L8E
When talk therapy isn't enough, our team is here to help! When you experience a traumatic event (no matter how BIG or small), you can struggle with a variety of symptoms. You might notice nightmares, depression, anxiety, changes in your relationships, feeling on edge, even having intrusive memories of the events.
When talk therapy isn't enough, our team is here to help! When you experience a traumatic event (no matter how BIG or small), you can struggle with a variety of symptoms. You might notice nightmares, depression, anxiety, changes in your relationships, feeling on edge, even having intrusive memories of the events.
Audrey Rutter
Registered Social Worker, SSW, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stoney Creek, ON L8E
Feeling bad about yourself and your body can feel exhausting. Struggling with body image and eating issues can make everything feel overwhelming. When your thoughts about food and your body take over, it becomes hard to focus on anything else. This can lead to making choices around food and your body that don’t feel right, making you feel even worse. These issues can also cause emotional struggles, like constant worrying, feeling down, irritable, trapped in perfectionism, and having low energy or motivation. It can get to a point where it feels like everything is out of control.
Feeling bad about yourself and your body can feel exhausting. Struggling with body image and eating issues can make everything feel overwhelming. When your thoughts about food and your body take over, it becomes hard to focus on anything else. This can lead to making choices around food and your body that don’t feel right, making you feel even worse. These issues can also cause emotional struggles, like constant worrying, feeling down, irritable, trapped in perfectionism, and having low energy or motivation. It can get to a point where it feels like everything is out of control.
Rattray Counselling Services Inc.
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Stoney Creek, ON L8G
Are you in need of couples therapy? Is infidelity, communication, trauma, unresolved conflict, or unmet needs affecting your life and relationships? Then let us talk in a safe environment how to de-escalate emotions, manage conflict constructively, enhance romance and intimacy, or attain an amicable solution. Or, are you in need of individual therapy? Is loneliness, anger, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, stress, grief/loss or other mental health issues getting in the way of your happiness? You can learn how to manage stress, regulate your emotions, channel your energy in a positive way, and have better relationships.
Are you in need of couples therapy? Is infidelity, communication, trauma, unresolved conflict, or unmet needs affecting your life and relationships? Then let us talk in a safe environment how to de-escalate emotions, manage conflict constructively, enhance romance and intimacy, or attain an amicable solution. Or, are you in need of individual therapy? Is loneliness, anger, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, stress, grief/loss or other mental health issues getting in the way of your happiness? You can learn how to manage stress, regulate your emotions, channel your energy in a positive way, and have better relationships.
Fika Low-Fee Therapy Program
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stoney Creek, ON L8J (Online Only)
Accepting NEW Clients! - Are you looking for lower-cost counselling service to explore stress, anxiety, trauma, relationships, depression, ADHD, and more? Do you feel stuck and want to improve your mood and wellbeing? Are you wanting to "make things make sense" or feel less "stuck?" Do you want to attend on a weekly or biweekly basis, but felt limited by cost? We are a team of clinicians who looks forward to being able to offer sliding scale and low-cost therapy. Evening and daytime availabilities and no wait-lists (clinician dependent), and we see individuals and couples. We currently have spaces open - send us a note!
Accepting NEW Clients! - Are you looking for lower-cost counselling service to explore stress, anxiety, trauma, relationships, depression, ADHD, and more? Do you feel stuck and want to improve your mood and wellbeing? Are you wanting to "make things make sense" or feel less "stuck?" Do you want to attend on a weekly or biweekly basis, but felt limited by cost? We are a team of clinicians who looks forward to being able to offer sliding scale and low-cost therapy. Evening and daytime availabilities and no wait-lists (clinician dependent), and we see individuals and couples. We currently have spaces open - send us a note!
Johanna takes an evidence-based approach to therapy. She understands that no human being is the same, so she uses different approaches tailored to the specific needs of her clients when working with every individual and family. Johanna has worked for over 13 years in the social service field, having experience in domestic violence, child welfare, mental health, and custody and access sectors.
Johanna takes an evidence-based approach to therapy. She understands that no human being is the same, so she uses different approaches tailored to the specific needs of her clients when working with every individual and family. Johanna has worked for over 13 years in the social service field, having experience in domestic violence, child welfare, mental health, and custody and access sectors.
Are you feeling confused about how to make changes? Overthinking problems or watching yourself do the same things yet expecting different results? Suffering? Maybe your current situation has left you wondering if your vision of happiness is even possible? If you answer yes to any of these questions, call me. I can help. I've worked successfully with individuals, couples and families for many years to help them make sutainable changes to their lives and reclaim their hearts. My clients experience greater levels of personal competency, satisfaction, joy, energy and wellbeing. Life is meant to be lived abundantly. I can show you how.
Are you feeling confused about how to make changes? Overthinking problems or watching yourself do the same things yet expecting different results? Suffering? Maybe your current situation has left you wondering if your vision of happiness is even possible? If you answer yes to any of these questions, call me. I can help. I've worked successfully with individuals, couples and families for many years to help them make sutainable changes to their lives and reclaim their hearts. My clients experience greater levels of personal competency, satisfaction, joy, energy and wellbeing. Life is meant to be lived abundantly. I can show you how.
Our world is so complex. People are trying to navigate a world that is ever changing and constantly challenging. Maybe you are trying to fit in and feel appreciated. Or maybe you wonder how to find a moment to be alone and feel at peace. Maybe the last thing you want to do is be alone. Or maybe you feel disconnected and that no matter how hard you try, you just aren't able to connect with the people who are most important to you. These are all different outcomes that result when you don't feel emotionally safe and secure, attached, and valued in this chaotic world. When you are ready to change these outcomes, I am here to help.
Our world is so complex. People are trying to navigate a world that is ever changing and constantly challenging. Maybe you are trying to fit in and feel appreciated. Or maybe you wonder how to find a moment to be alone and feel at peace. Maybe the last thing you want to do is be alone. Or maybe you feel disconnected and that no matter how hard you try, you just aren't able to connect with the people who are most important to you. These are all different outcomes that result when you don't feel emotionally safe and secure, attached, and valued in this chaotic world. When you are ready to change these outcomes, I am here to help.
Brian Janes
Registered Psychotherapist, CSAT, ICADC, MBA
Verified Verified
Stoney Creek, ON L8G (Online Only)
As a registered psychotherapist (RP), I work with those struggling with addictions, relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma and other challenges. I am a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT) and am trained to help those struggling with compulsive sexual behaviour. I am also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor (ICADC), and offer services to help clients break free from the downward spiral of addiction to drugs, alcohol and other addictive behaviours. Additionally, with an MBA and several years working in the corporate world, I have a unique understanding of the pressures faced by those struggling in today's demanding work environment.
As a registered psychotherapist (RP), I work with those struggling with addictions, relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma and other challenges. I am a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT) and am trained to help those struggling with compulsive sexual behaviour. I am also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counsellor (ICADC), and offer services to help clients break free from the downward spiral of addiction to drugs, alcohol and other addictive behaviours. Additionally, with an MBA and several years working in the corporate world, I have a unique understanding of the pressures faced by those struggling in today's demanding work environment.
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Kelly-Lee Mansi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, PCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Stoney Creek, ON L8E
Hello, my name is Kelly-Lee, I believe that every person is entitled to live a life that is healthy, wealthy and wise. For over 20 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from a diverse range of socioeconomic, cultural and sexually diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome misaligned belief systems that were blocking their mental health, their sense of harmony and well-being. My psychotherapy and counselling work are primarily Adlerian based and incorporates an eclectic array of cognitive, psychodynamic, experiential, somatic and evidence-based therapies.
Hello, my name is Kelly-Lee, I believe that every person is entitled to live a life that is healthy, wealthy and wise. For over 20 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from a diverse range of socioeconomic, cultural and sexually diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome misaligned belief systems that were blocking their mental health, their sense of harmony and well-being. My psychotherapy and counselling work are primarily Adlerian based and incorporates an eclectic array of cognitive, psychodynamic, experiential, somatic and evidence-based therapies.
I have over 30 years of experience in the field of social work and 20 years of experience as a family mediator. My professional expertise includes a background in psychiatry and management. I counsel individuals, couples and families. I work with clients experiencing stress and trauma, anxiety and depression, relationship and family conflict including neglect, abuse, anger management and gender identity issues. I help couples with relationship conflict, communication, sexuality and parenting challenges, separation and divorce. I have experience in working with individuals struggling with addictions, making career decisions grief and day to day challenges.
I have over 30 years of experience in the field of social work and 20 years of experience as a family mediator. My professional expertise includes a background in psychiatry and management. I counsel individuals, couples and families. I work with clients experiencing stress and trauma, anxiety and depression, relationship and family conflict including neglect, abuse, anger management and gender identity issues. I help couples with relationship conflict, communication, sexuality and parenting challenges, separation and divorce. I have experience in working with individuals struggling with addictions, making career decisions grief and day to day challenges.
Vanessa Nixon @ Peaceful Minds
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Stoney Creek, ON L8E
Most of the people you know would say you seem just fine. But really, you feel like you're just going through the motions on autopilot. You put on a smile when you actually feel sad, numb, hopeless, angry, overwhelmed or all of the above. Feelings of fear, shame and guilt guide your choices. You've lost interest in things you used to enjoy and find yourself preferring to stay home and isolate because it just feels easier. Maybe you've started having anxiety and/or panic attacks. Now you can't sleep well and have started to engage in self destructive thoughts and behaviours. You just don’t feel like yourself.
Most of the people you know would say you seem just fine. But really, you feel like you're just going through the motions on autopilot. You put on a smile when you actually feel sad, numb, hopeless, angry, overwhelmed or all of the above. Feelings of fear, shame and guilt guide your choices. You've lost interest in things you used to enjoy and find yourself preferring to stay home and isolate because it just feels easier. Maybe you've started having anxiety and/or panic attacks. Now you can't sleep well and have started to engage in self destructive thoughts and behaviours. You just don’t feel like yourself.
ASR Counselling and Psychotherapy, EMDR Certified
Registered Social Worker, HonBA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stoney Creek, ON L8E
Silenced, invisible, unloved – A story written about you. It haunts you, and you feel it seeping into your everyday. You want to change, but you're not sure how. There’s a part of you that feels like you’re not living up to your full potential, yet another part that feels hopeless. Together, we will liberate you from this story to create a new chapter: one that helps you live up to your full potential, a life in which you feel deserving of being heard, seen and loved.
Silenced, invisible, unloved – A story written about you. It haunts you, and you feel it seeping into your everyday. You want to change, but you're not sure how. There’s a part of you that feels like you’re not living up to your full potential, yet another part that feels hopeless. Together, we will liberate you from this story to create a new chapter: one that helps you live up to your full potential, a life in which you feel deserving of being heard, seen and loved.
Glen Watkinson
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
Stoney Creek, ON L8E (Online Only)
I believe that vitality and the chance to flourish happens when it’s safe enough to honestly be yourself. I consider it a privilege to accompany people through their pain, coping, self-discovery, healing, transformation, and joy. For the last 15 years, I have served in my community's social services field, working alongside people living through trauma, substance use and addictions, poverty, mental health dual-diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and criminality.
I believe that vitality and the chance to flourish happens when it’s safe enough to honestly be yourself. I consider it a privilege to accompany people through their pain, coping, self-discovery, healing, transformation, and joy. For the last 15 years, I have served in my community's social services field, working alongside people living through trauma, substance use and addictions, poverty, mental health dual-diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and criminality.
Randi Elizabeth O'Hare
Registered Social Worker, MA, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stoney Creek, ON L8E
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a waiting list. Feeling the need to make some changes? Perhaps you’re dealing with major life transitions that you’re not sure how to navigate & could use some guidance. Or, maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-worth, or with romantic or family relationships. Whatever the issue, I’ll teach you effective tools to help you cope, move forward, & get to where you WANT to be. Swearing, loud laughing, and joking are perfectly OK to do in sessions with me! We’ll do more than just talk; I'll give you homework to help you practice skills and learn more about yourself.
I currently have a waiting list. Feeling the need to make some changes? Perhaps you’re dealing with major life transitions that you’re not sure how to navigate & could use some guidance. Or, maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-worth, or with romantic or family relationships. Whatever the issue, I’ll teach you effective tools to help you cope, move forward, & get to where you WANT to be. Swearing, loud laughing, and joking are perfectly OK to do in sessions with me! We’ll do more than just talk; I'll give you homework to help you practice skills and learn more about yourself.
Psychotherapy can be a scary thing, so my goal is always to help make my clients feel comfortable and safe to be vulnerable with me. I work with all types of individual; children (ages 7+), teens and adults, who are coming in with a variety of mental health concerns including; Anxiety, Depression, Self-Harm, Trauma, ADHD, ODD, OCD, and other complex mental health issues. I take joy in helping my clients make breakthroughs in their individualized goals and treatment.
Psychotherapy can be a scary thing, so my goal is always to help make my clients feel comfortable and safe to be vulnerable with me. I work with all types of individual; children (ages 7+), teens and adults, who are coming in with a variety of mental health concerns including; Anxiety, Depression, Self-Harm, Trauma, ADHD, ODD, OCD, and other complex mental health issues. I take joy in helping my clients make breakthroughs in their individualized goals and treatment.
At Durand Integrated Health Group, we believe counselling should be made available to any person regardless of their mental health challenges, daily struggles, sexuality, race, abilities, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status or other. We strive to provide a safe and confidential space to share your thoughts and feelings.
At Durand Integrated Health Group, we believe counselling should be made available to any person regardless of their mental health challenges, daily struggles, sexuality, race, abilities, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status or other. We strive to provide a safe and confidential space to share your thoughts and feelings.
Sometimes events and relational experiences from earlier parts of our life can impact our present in ways that may be outside our conscious awareness. Our work together is to help you make meaning out of these experiences and explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that may still be impacting on an unconscious level and keeping you from reaching your goals.
Sometimes events and relational experiences from earlier parts of our life can impact our present in ways that may be outside our conscious awareness. Our work together is to help you make meaning out of these experiences and explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that may still be impacting on an unconscious level and keeping you from reaching your goals.
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Sexual Abuse Counsellors
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.