Sexual Abuse Therapists in Portola Valley, CA
I have helped clients like you successfully address a wide variety of issues including: Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Self-Esteem Issues, Stress Management, Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault.
I’m am one of the few therapists seeing in person clients for EMDR therapy in Nevada County. Whether you're struggling with an issue, or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, I can help. I provide a caring environment where you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of more rewarding relationships. The goal is to help provide you with insight and tools you need to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors. I have over 25 years experience. I will help you identify limiting beliefs and unhealthy coping mechanisms that are standing in the way of reaching your goals.
I have helped clients like you successfully address a wide variety of issues including: Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Self-Esteem Issues, Stress Management, Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault.
I’m am one of the few therapists seeing in person clients for EMDR therapy in Nevada County. Whether you're struggling with an issue, or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, I can help. I provide a caring environment where you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of more rewarding relationships. The goal is to help provide you with insight and tools you need to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors. I have over 25 years experience. I will help you identify limiting beliefs and unhealthy coping mechanisms that are standing in the way of reaching your goals.
Dr. Jean Schellenberg, Psychologist, Inc.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Portola Valley, CA 94028 (Online Only)
For more than 20 years, I have served as a clinical psychologist,. I specialize in trauma and developed a Recovery Model to heal emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. The Model also addresses healthier adult sexuality, relationships, and intimacy. In 1998, the APA gave me an honorary award for my research. My art work is featured in: Transformation of the Psyche: by Drs. Joseph Henderson and Dyane Sherwood. I provide in-depth adult psychotherapy using creative, cognitive, and transpersonal methods. I encourage patient healing through visualization, body/mind/spiritual connection, transpersonal psychology, and dream work.
For more than 20 years, I have served as a clinical psychologist,. I specialize in trauma and developed a Recovery Model to heal emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. The Model also addresses healthier adult sexuality, relationships, and intimacy. In 1998, the APA gave me an honorary award for my research. My art work is featured in: Transformation of the Psyche: by Drs. Joseph Henderson and Dyane Sherwood. I provide in-depth adult psychotherapy using creative, cognitive, and transpersonal methods. I encourage patient healing through visualization, body/mind/spiritual connection, transpersonal psychology, and dream work.
Samantha Moshiri
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portola Valley, CA 94028 (Online Only)
Struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, OCD or PTSD is exhausting. I can help. You don't have to continue to feel so trapped.
Struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, OCD or PTSD is exhausting. I can help. You don't have to continue to feel so trapped.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
I consider it a privilege to do the work I do—in fact, helping others heal, grow, and thrive every day brings great meaning to my life. I know from personal experience how life can sometimes feel unbearable. I also know from personal experience what it is like to work closely with a gifted psychologist to create a new perspective and a new life that are even better than before. I am passionate about providing the highest-quality mental health services to each of my clients and would love the opportunity to support you through this time.
I consider it a privilege to do the work I do—in fact, helping others heal, grow, and thrive every day brings great meaning to my life. I know from personal experience how life can sometimes feel unbearable. I also know from personal experience what it is like to work closely with a gifted psychologist to create a new perspective and a new life that are even better than before. I am passionate about providing the highest-quality mental health services to each of my clients and would love the opportunity to support you through this time.
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Christina Arguello
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
San Carlos, CA 94070 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with survivors of sexual assault and childhood sexual abuse.
Currently full - Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or a lack of well-being and can't stop thinking about past hurtful events? I provide compassionate mindfulness-based trauma-informed therapy to individuals struggling with family and relationship conflict, grief & loss, the impact of trauma, and stress reduction. I believe that you deserve to be in a therapeutic relationship that is safe, validating, and collaborative. We all deserve this :)
I specialize in working with survivors of sexual assault and childhood sexual abuse.
Currently full - Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or a lack of well-being and can't stop thinking about past hurtful events? I provide compassionate mindfulness-based trauma-informed therapy to individuals struggling with family and relationship conflict, grief & loss, the impact of trauma, and stress reduction. I believe that you deserve to be in a therapeutic relationship that is safe, validating, and collaborative. We all deserve this :)
Reika D Faust
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Burlingame, CA 94010 (Online Only)
My years of experience working with sexual assault survivors has helped me develop a compassionate and trauma-informed approach to therapy.
Are you struggling with relationships? Do you find yourself longing to fully understand who you are and why you may make the choices that you make? Learning to love and accept yourself -and your choices- can seem like a challenge, but it is possible. I can help you on that journey.
My years of experience working with sexual assault survivors has helped me develop a compassionate and trauma-informed approach to therapy.
Are you struggling with relationships? Do you find yourself longing to fully understand who you are and why you may make the choices that you make? Learning to love and accept yourself -and your choices- can seem like a challenge, but it is possible. I can help you on that journey.
Dr. Jayn Rajandran PsyD / Jayn.Org
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, IO, Psych, CGE
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Concierge therapy offered in Palo Alto, Rockridge & SF locations. You decide on the day, time, location, in-person or online. This modality is for busy professionals/students who want to graduate psychotherapy fast. Sessions are fun and focused. Most clients can graduate from therapy within 3-6 months for life transition problems. For severe trauma and mental health cases, it can a little longer. Specializing in teens, couples and individuals struggling with trauma, sexual abuse, substances abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, suicide, trust, abandonment, severe mental health and anger.
Concierge therapy offered in Palo Alto, Rockridge & SF locations. You decide on the day, time, location, in-person or online. This modality is for busy professionals/students who want to graduate psychotherapy fast. Sessions are fun and focused. Most clients can graduate from therapy within 3-6 months for life transition problems. For severe trauma and mental health cases, it can a little longer. Specializing in teens, couples and individuals struggling with trauma, sexual abuse, substances abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, suicide, trust, abandonment, severe mental health and anger.
Heather Johns - Anxiety And Trauma Therapist
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Altos, CA 94024
I have a passion for working with survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and other traumas experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, and PTSD.
If you are a survivor of trauma, I am here to help you regain a sense of safety and wholeness. Together we can significantly reduce the negative effects that these events continue to have on your life. As a person-centered and trauma-informed therapist, I work to create a safe and judgement-free space where my client and I can walk along their healing journey together, gaining insight, learning coping skills, and building resiliency along the way.
I have a passion for working with survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and other traumas experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, and PTSD.
If you are a survivor of trauma, I am here to help you regain a sense of safety and wholeness. Together we can significantly reduce the negative effects that these events continue to have on your life. As a person-centered and trauma-informed therapist, I work to create a safe and judgement-free space where my client and I can walk along their healing journey together, gaining insight, learning coping skills, and building resiliency along the way.
Amy Markoff Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Los Altos, CA 94022
My passion and purpose is working with survivors of complex relational trauma. You may be living with the effects of infidelity, domestic violence, sexual abuse, or addiction, or the stress of parenting a child with a chronic illness or disability. Or you may be seeking a therapist for your pre-teen or adolescent who is experiencing anxiety, family stress, or feeling they don't fit in with peers. You may also be a member of a marginalized group affected by systemic traumas. These kinds of relational wounds require relational healing. I will work with you to build a safe, supportive space for this healing work in therapy.
My passion and purpose is working with survivors of complex relational trauma. You may be living with the effects of infidelity, domestic violence, sexual abuse, or addiction, or the stress of parenting a child with a chronic illness or disability. Or you may be seeking a therapist for your pre-teen or adolescent who is experiencing anxiety, family stress, or feeling they don't fit in with peers. You may also be a member of a marginalized group affected by systemic traumas. These kinds of relational wounds require relational healing. I will work with you to build a safe, supportive space for this healing work in therapy.
Domestic violence, sexual assault, and eating disorders all share the feature of trying to convince people of their unworthiness and failure.
I enjoy working with people who would like to change their relationship with problems in their lives, and gain power over these problems and their effects. I have extensive training and experience working with people affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and eating disorders. In addition, I meet with people who are affected by chronic medical conditions and
parent/teen conflict. I view people as having
ideas about how they would like to be in life and
in relationships; yet, problems can disconnect
people from their ideas and identities, influencing
them to act in unsatisfactory ways.
Domestic violence, sexual assault, and eating disorders all share the feature of trying to convince people of their unworthiness and failure.
I enjoy working with people who would like to change their relationship with problems in their lives, and gain power over these problems and their effects. I have extensive training and experience working with people affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and eating disorders. In addition, I meet with people who are affected by chronic medical conditions and
parent/teen conflict. I view people as having
ideas about how they would like to be in life and
in relationships; yet, problems can disconnect
people from their ideas and identities, influencing
them to act in unsatisfactory ways.
Tim Baima Individual, Couple, & Family Therapy Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94301
I have found that clients are often struggling to shield themselves and their relationships from a relentless assault of external stressors.
I specialize in working with families, couples, and children & adolescents. I strive to form relationships with my clients built upon trust, authenticity and collaboration. Working together we are able to open and expand possibilities to heal from pain, transform destructive cycles, and grow towards richer, more satisfying lives and relationships. Relationships often get stuck because we are unaware of ways we have hurt others and been hurt ourselves. Sometimes our best efforts to make things better seem to exacerbate the problem. I work to raise insight, facilitate healing, and open possibilities to connect in more satisfying ways.
I have found that clients are often struggling to shield themselves and their relationships from a relentless assault of external stressors.
I specialize in working with families, couples, and children & adolescents. I strive to form relationships with my clients built upon trust, authenticity and collaboration. Working together we are able to open and expand possibilities to heal from pain, transform destructive cycles, and grow towards richer, more satisfying lives and relationships. Relationships often get stuck because we are unaware of ways we have hurt others and been hurt ourselves. Sometimes our best efforts to make things better seem to exacerbate the problem. I work to raise insight, facilitate healing, and open possibilities to connect in more satisfying ways.
I have nearly 20 years of experience in trauma treatment and specialized training in sexual abuse therapy, with both accused perpetrators and with survivors.
I work with adults, teenagers, and children and specialize in supporting clients trying to manage the effects of trauma, Depression and Anxiety. I provide a safe, comforting place for clients to share their story, identify strengths, and develop healthy communication and coping skills to more effectively handle challenges. My typical client is looking for a mix of various techniques: active listening, empathy, honesty, practical tools to use on a day-to-day basis, and an improved understanding of the "why is this happening?", and humor to add to the therapeutic relationship.
I have nearly 20 years of experience in trauma treatment and specialized training in sexual abuse therapy, with both accused perpetrators and with survivors.
I work with adults, teenagers, and children and specialize in supporting clients trying to manage the effects of trauma, Depression and Anxiety. I provide a safe, comforting place for clients to share their story, identify strengths, and develop healthy communication and coping skills to more effectively handle challenges. My typical client is looking for a mix of various techniques: active listening, empathy, honesty, practical tools to use on a day-to-day basis, and an improved understanding of the "why is this happening?", and humor to add to the therapeutic relationship.
My focus, methods, and techniques align with the struggles of today's teens, young adults, and adults of all ages who may be experiencing or have experienced peer pressure, childhood trauma, sexual assault, substance abuse, abandonment, unstable living environments, domestic violence, toxic relationships, and socioeconomic issues.
My name is Adrian Reveles. I am a compassionate, seasoned, and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I specialize in reducing negative symptoms and behaviors stemming from traumatic experiences, grief & loss, substance abuse, work stress, partner/marital conflict, family conflict, and family stress due to gang involvement and substance abuse. I work with clients via telehealth, serving many populations, cultures, and groups. I aim to help (YOU) move forward through healing, learning how to manage anxiety, empowering (YOU), and psycho-education.
My focus, methods, and techniques align with the struggles of today's teens, young adults, and adults of all ages who may be experiencing or have experienced peer pressure, childhood trauma, sexual assault, substance abuse, abandonment, unstable living environments, domestic violence, toxic relationships, and socioeconomic issues.
My name is Adrian Reveles. I am a compassionate, seasoned, and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I specialize in reducing negative symptoms and behaviors stemming from traumatic experiences, grief & loss, substance abuse, work stress, partner/marital conflict, family conflict, and family stress due to gang involvement and substance abuse. I work with clients via telehealth, serving many populations, cultures, and groups. I aim to help (YOU) move forward through healing, learning how to manage anxiety, empowering (YOU), and psycho-education.
Kyoko Tsuchiya
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94041
Trauma can include childhood neglect; past or current verbal/physical/ sexual abuse or assault; bullying; domestic/family violence; immigration trauma; natural disaster; and sudden unexpected death of someone close (e.
Are you feeling stuck in your life, your relationships or your job, or going through challenging life transitions? I strongly believe that we all have tremendous capacity for change, growth and healing. Drawing upon my professional training in body-oriented psychotherapy and decades of meditation practice, I can assist you in quieting your mind and taping into your own truth, strengths and wisdom within. Psychotherapy that integrates body, mind and spirit can help you move beyond the problems to release the creative energy, optimism and hope necessary to lead you to a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Trauma can include childhood neglect; past or current verbal/physical/ sexual abuse or assault; bullying; domestic/family violence; immigration trauma; natural disaster; and sudden unexpected death of someone close (e.
Are you feeling stuck in your life, your relationships or your job, or going through challenging life transitions? I strongly believe that we all have tremendous capacity for change, growth and healing. Drawing upon my professional training in body-oriented psychotherapy and decades of meditation practice, I can assist you in quieting your mind and taping into your own truth, strengths and wisdom within. Psychotherapy that integrates body, mind and spirit can help you move beyond the problems to release the creative energy, optimism and hope necessary to lead you to a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Sarah Rose Nagle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94059 (Online Only)
With 22 years of experience of working with family upheaval, foster care and physical and sexual abuse, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and domestic violence, I enjoy being present for those working on the above issues. Issues of loss and grief, parenting skills or a new life direction. In recent years, I have come to love working with families and siblings of children diagnosed with Autism. Many times these family members are left with no support in the day in and day out living with a child or sibling with Autism. Chronic pain is also a major interest of mine.
With 22 years of experience of working with family upheaval, foster care and physical and sexual abuse, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and domestic violence, I enjoy being present for those working on the above issues. Issues of loss and grief, parenting skills or a new life direction. In recent years, I have come to love working with families and siblings of children diagnosed with Autism. Many times these family members are left with no support in the day in and day out living with a child or sibling with Autism. Chronic pain is also a major interest of mine.
Lakshmi Jaiprakash
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94307 (Online Only)
I specialize in exploring issues related to sex/intimacy, sexuality, alternative lifestyles/relationships (open/poly/non-monogamous), kink/BDSM, sexual shame, and sexual abuse/trauma.
Hi, I'm Lakshmi and my pronouns are she/her. As a member of the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, I hope to support you on your journey of exploration and self-discovery by creating a therapeutic atmosphere of warmth, safety, and curiosity. I work with individuals, couples/partnerships, and families of every ability, age, gender, national origin, race/ethnicity, religious affiliation, and sexual orientation. My therapeutic style is eclectic, guided by your life goals and utilizing techniques that resonate with you. My practice is grounded in feminist, multicultural, anti-oppression, and anti-capitalist frameworks.
I specialize in exploring issues related to sex/intimacy, sexuality, alternative lifestyles/relationships (open/poly/non-monogamous), kink/BDSM, sexual shame, and sexual abuse/trauma.
Hi, I'm Lakshmi and my pronouns are she/her. As a member of the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, I hope to support you on your journey of exploration and self-discovery by creating a therapeutic atmosphere of warmth, safety, and curiosity. I work with individuals, couples/partnerships, and families of every ability, age, gender, national origin, race/ethnicity, religious affiliation, and sexual orientation. My therapeutic style is eclectic, guided by your life goals and utilizing techniques that resonate with you. My practice is grounded in feminist, multicultural, anti-oppression, and anti-capitalist frameworks.
My professional experience involves providing bilingual psychotherapy to youth and adults impacted by complex trauma, domestic violence, physical and sexual abuse, gang-related trauma, immigration experiences, and acute mental disorders. I utilize an integrative method to assist clients in gaining insight into their defenses and assist them to make changes to improve their quality of life.
My professional experience involves providing bilingual psychotherapy to youth and adults impacted by complex trauma, domestic violence, physical and sexual abuse, gang-related trauma, immigration experiences, and acute mental disorders. I utilize an integrative method to assist clients in gaining insight into their defenses and assist them to make changes to improve their quality of life.
Chally Grundwag
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94303
I have extensive training in supporting survivors of sexual assault, and in trauma informed care.
I'm here to support you in your journey to regain trust in your unique strengths and overcome life's challenging situations, reach your goals, and make your life happier and more meaningful. In our sessions you will be invited to explore your deep values and motivations, and identify which aspects of your life help you move forwards, and how to separate from patterns and behaviors that are no longer useful for you. If you are an adult or a teen who suffer from anxiety, depression, burn-out, academic stress, PTSD, Sexual Trauma, relationship issues, or low self esteem, please don't give up. There is hope, and healing is possible.
I have extensive training in supporting survivors of sexual assault, and in trauma informed care.
I'm here to support you in your journey to regain trust in your unique strengths and overcome life's challenging situations, reach your goals, and make your life happier and more meaningful. In our sessions you will be invited to explore your deep values and motivations, and identify which aspects of your life help you move forwards, and how to separate from patterns and behaviors that are no longer useful for you. If you are an adult or a teen who suffer from anxiety, depression, burn-out, academic stress, PTSD, Sexual Trauma, relationship issues, or low self esteem, please don't give up. There is hope, and healing is possible.
Stephen Jacob Coffey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atherton, CA 94027 (Online Only)
How about putting down the metaphorical boulder that you have been carrying for what seems like an eternity and gain some relief? I love working with men who've experienced sexual abuse because they are resilient, resourceful and value investing in themselves.
There’s been some comfort in keeping everything held together, in avoiding talking about what’s happened. But there’s a part of you that knows that you need to deal with it at some point. You’re tired of shallow relationships and sexual hangups. And while your life looks great on paper, you are baffled why you feel so unsatisfied. It’s infuriating that you have to deal with this, but you know you have to. You’re wondering what you can do to move past your past, stop sitting on the sidelines, and start living. But sometimes you question, “Where do I go to unpack all this stuff from my past?”.
How about putting down the metaphorical boulder that you have been carrying for what seems like an eternity and gain some relief? I love working with men who've experienced sexual abuse because they are resilient, resourceful and value investing in themselves.
There’s been some comfort in keeping everything held together, in avoiding talking about what’s happened. But there’s a part of you that knows that you need to deal with it at some point. You’re tired of shallow relationships and sexual hangups. And while your life looks great on paper, you are baffled why you feel so unsatisfied. It’s infuriating that you have to deal with this, but you know you have to. You’re wondering what you can do to move past your past, stop sitting on the sidelines, and start living. But sometimes you question, “Where do I go to unpack all this stuff from my past?”.
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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.