Domestic Abuse Therapists in Sacramento, CA
Scott D Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95819 (Online Only)
Due to my past work experiences, I have worked with a wide variety of topics, such as attachment issues, alcohol addiction, weed addiction, sex/porn addiction, issues with fetishes and sexual orientation, anger, domestic violence, and polyamory.
Do you feel like you're failing at your relationships? Feeling burned out at work? Do you have issues with smoking too much, isolating too much, or do you have trouble opening up about feelings? Contact me for non-judgmental therapy so we can slowly start fixing everything, so that we can go back to everyone being happy again.
Due to my past work experiences, I have worked with a wide variety of topics, such as attachment issues, alcohol addiction, weed addiction, sex/porn addiction, issues with fetishes and sexual orientation, anger, domestic violence, and polyamory.
Do you feel like you're failing at your relationships? Feeling burned out at work? Do you have issues with smoking too much, isolating too much, or do you have trouble opening up about feelings? Contact me for non-judgmental therapy so we can slowly start fixing everything, so that we can go back to everyone being happy again.
Scott D Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95819 (Online Only)
Due to my past work experiences, I have worked with a wide variety of topics, such as attachment issues, alcohol addiction, weed addiction, sex/porn addiction, issues with fetishes and sexual orientation, anger, domestic violence, and polyamory.
Do you feel like you're failing at your relationships? Feeling burned out at work? Do you have issues with smoking too much, isolating too much, or do you have trouble opening up about feelings? Contact me for non-judgmental therapy so we can slowly start fixing everything, so that we can go back to everyone being happy again.
Due to my past work experiences, I have worked with a wide variety of topics, such as attachment issues, alcohol addiction, weed addiction, sex/porn addiction, issues with fetishes and sexual orientation, anger, domestic violence, and polyamory.
Do you feel like you're failing at your relationships? Feeling burned out at work? Do you have issues with smoking too much, isolating too much, or do you have trouble opening up about feelings? Contact me for non-judgmental therapy so we can slowly start fixing everything, so that we can go back to everyone being happy again.
Hi! My name is Mai Yang, LCSW (she/her). I have over 7 years of experience providing counseling to students in the school setting. I've worked with children to teens. I have supported teens with depression and anxiety along with managing high stress from academic pressures. I also have 5 years of experience providing counseling to women and children who are survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. I am also a military spouse and understand how to support clients with major life transitions.
Hi! My name is Mai Yang, LCSW (she/her). I have over 7 years of experience providing counseling to students in the school setting. I've worked with children to teens. I have supported teens with depression and anxiety along with managing high stress from academic pressures. I also have 5 years of experience providing counseling to women and children who are survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. I am also a military spouse and understand how to support clients with major life transitions.
My strengths: Addictions, couples, domestic violence, infidelity, interpersonal conflict, parenting, peak performance, relationships, and trauma.
Relationships are as important to us as food and water. They can strengthen us, like a vitamin, or weaken us, like the flu. You are only as good in relationships as the relationships you have been in. As your therapist I can assist you in many ways. I can help you learn more about yourself, increase both self-compassion and compassion for others, and heal past trauma. Together, we can explore how to feel more connected to yourself, your values, and people you care about.
My strengths: Addictions, couples, domestic violence, infidelity, interpersonal conflict, parenting, peak performance, relationships, and trauma.
Relationships are as important to us as food and water. They can strengthen us, like a vitamin, or weaken us, like the flu. You are only as good in relationships as the relationships you have been in. As your therapist I can assist you in many ways. I can help you learn more about yourself, increase both self-compassion and compassion for others, and heal past trauma. Together, we can explore how to feel more connected to yourself, your values, and people you care about.
Finally, I am energized by working with people who want to end a cycle of abuse.
I often work with people who grapple with hard questions to which there is no one "right" answer. I offer a non-judegmental atmosphere in which each person can seek his or her own answers. Therapy is a co-creation. I work with each person to find what "speaks" to him / her. That may include talking, mindfulness practices, or creative arts therapies. Using these methods accesses parts of the brain that can't be reached through words alone, and puts people in the flow of their wisdom and creativity, from which solutions to problems can emerge.
Finally, I am energized by working with people who want to end a cycle of abuse.
I often work with people who grapple with hard questions to which there is no one "right" answer. I offer a non-judegmental atmosphere in which each person can seek his or her own answers. Therapy is a co-creation. I work with each person to find what "speaks" to him / her. That may include talking, mindfulness practices, or creative arts therapies. Using these methods accesses parts of the brain that can't be reached through words alone, and puts people in the flow of their wisdom and creativity, from which solutions to problems can emerge.
I have over 10 years working with victims and perpetrators of domestic violence, sexual abuse and child abuse.
Do you always feel on edge? Did something traumatic happen? Trauma is a disruption to the nervous system that often creates patterns and loops that extend into many areas of a person's life. It can affect our bodies, our minds and the way we relate to other people. Sometimes the way people survive their trauma brings them more pain, adds to the chaos, and reinforces negative beliefs that perpetuate the cycle as well as causing other mental health issues grow- such as depression and anxiety. I work with people of various cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and know that trauma is non-discriminatory.
I have over 10 years working with victims and perpetrators of domestic violence, sexual abuse and child abuse.
Do you always feel on edge? Did something traumatic happen? Trauma is a disruption to the nervous system that often creates patterns and loops that extend into many areas of a person's life. It can affect our bodies, our minds and the way we relate to other people. Sometimes the way people survive their trauma brings them more pain, adds to the chaos, and reinforces negative beliefs that perpetuate the cycle as well as causing other mental health issues grow- such as depression and anxiety. I work with people of various cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and know that trauma is non-discriminatory.
Linda S Barnard
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95813 (Online Only)
I have been in practice for over 25 years and bring a blend of specialized training and personal experience. I also believe humor is an important aspect of treatment and recovery. I have thousands of hours of training in trauma-related treatment (PTSD, rape trauma, domestic violence) and anxiety disorders. I believe each person is unique so their treatment should be unique. It is a collaborative effort between the clients and me to help clients achieve their goals.
I have been in practice for over 25 years and bring a blend of specialized training and personal experience. I also believe humor is an important aspect of treatment and recovery. I have thousands of hours of training in trauma-related treatment (PTSD, rape trauma, domestic violence) and anxiety disorders. I believe each person is unique so their treatment should be unique. It is a collaborative effort between the clients and me to help clients achieve their goals.
Antonette (Toni) Garcia
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW, CADC-II
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95818
Each of us deserve to lead a happy and healthy life. Yet life's challenges can be overwhelming and seem unresolvable. I provide non-judgmental feed-back to help you clarify those challenges, your goals, options and your own inner strengths. Knowing our strengths and making our own choices are steps toward the life we want. My experience includes trauma (such as sexual abuse and other issues specific to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), victims of domestic abuse and/or violence, mood disorders, depression, alcohol and drug issues and those with dual diagnoses.
Each of us deserve to lead a happy and healthy life. Yet life's challenges can be overwhelming and seem unresolvable. I provide non-judgmental feed-back to help you clarify those challenges, your goals, options and your own inner strengths. Knowing our strengths and making our own choices are steps toward the life we want. My experience includes trauma (such as sexual abuse and other issues specific to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), victims of domestic abuse and/or violence, mood disorders, depression, alcohol and drug issues and those with dual diagnoses.
Better Decisions Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAADC, CA, CADC, II
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95827
Why choose us? Because of our methods of Cognitive Behavior Theory counseling. Counseling services have a 86% goal success rate! Open till 7:00 by appointment. We offer Supervise visits, Co-parenting, Anger Management, Alcohol Forensic Assessments & Evaluations, Drug testing, a Department of Transportation Substance Abuse Professional (DOT/SAP) Education to help you achieve your goals. Interventions and referrals to residential treatment centers and Sober Living available. Don't forget to like our Facebook page! Call us! Located in Sacramento and nearby.
Why choose us? Because of our methods of Cognitive Behavior Theory counseling. Counseling services have a 86% goal success rate! Open till 7:00 by appointment. We offer Supervise visits, Co-parenting, Anger Management, Alcohol Forensic Assessments & Evaluations, Drug testing, a Department of Transportation Substance Abuse Professional (DOT/SAP) Education to help you achieve your goals. Interventions and referrals to residential treatment centers and Sober Living available. Don't forget to like our Facebook page! Call us! Located in Sacramento and nearby.
Common life challenges include grieving, life-transition issues, coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, coping with chronic pain, domestic abuse, adjusting to stressors, and relationship discord.
Engaging in therapy offers a safe and supportive environment leading to a journey of healing, self-discovery, and education regarding past and current life challenges. Complex emotions can leave you feeling isolated and overwhelmed. As you engage in therapy, these feelings of isolation and stress are likely to decrease as you realize you are not alone and there are active steps to feeling better. My therapeutic process provides genuine support, helpful coping skills, and an action plan.
Common life challenges include grieving, life-transition issues, coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, coping with chronic pain, domestic abuse, adjusting to stressors, and relationship discord.
Engaging in therapy offers a safe and supportive environment leading to a journey of healing, self-discovery, and education regarding past and current life challenges. Complex emotions can leave you feeling isolated and overwhelmed. As you engage in therapy, these feelings of isolation and stress are likely to decrease as you realize you are not alone and there are active steps to feeling better. My therapeutic process provides genuine support, helpful coping skills, and an action plan.
Dennis Hollingsworth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-ll
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95821
I prefer a holistic biopsychosocial model for understanding and treating substance abuse.
After splitting time between a non-profit community center and private practice for a number of years, I am now solely focused on private practice. I am excited about the opportunity to continue my work with individuals, couples, families and children. I approach my work with respect, cultural awareness and a strong belief in self-empowerment. Our time together will be supportive, collaborative, focused and goal driven. Although I am continually learning and searching for what works, Reality Therapy/Choice Theory is my primary theoretical approach. I also regularly use Feedback Informed Treatment measures.
I prefer a holistic biopsychosocial model for understanding and treating substance abuse.
After splitting time between a non-profit community center and private practice for a number of years, I am now solely focused on private practice. I am excited about the opportunity to continue my work with individuals, couples, families and children. I approach my work with respect, cultural awareness and a strong belief in self-empowerment. Our time together will be supportive, collaborative, focused and goal driven. Although I am continually learning and searching for what works, Reality Therapy/Choice Theory is my primary theoretical approach. I also regularly use Feedback Informed Treatment measures.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialization in the treatment of psychological trauma. I understand the deep, core wounds that emotional neglect and/or verbal, physical and sexual abuse inflict. I am here to help you make sense out of what happened, as well as, what didn’t happen but needed to in order for you to feel like a safe, whole, loved and worthwhile human being. I am here to help you heal, to find hope, to claim your own life, and to protect and celebrate your authentic self.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialization in the treatment of psychological trauma. I understand the deep, core wounds that emotional neglect and/or verbal, physical and sexual abuse inflict. I am here to help you make sense out of what happened, as well as, what didn’t happen but needed to in order for you to feel like a safe, whole, loved and worthwhile human being. I am here to help you heal, to find hope, to claim your own life, and to protect and celebrate your authentic self.
I work with clients who have social anxiety, shyness, and feel awkward and out of place. They want to feel better about themselves and their circumstances. They may have been through a difficult childhood and trauma and abuse. They are motivated to get better and want to speak to someone who is nonjudgmental and compassionate. Clients have opened up to me about their deepest traumas and secrets that they have not shared with anyone else. I feel honored to be part of my client's journey and help them to find solutions. I have a strong client centered approach blended with a CBT intervention based approach.
I work with clients who have social anxiety, shyness, and feel awkward and out of place. They want to feel better about themselves and their circumstances. They may have been through a difficult childhood and trauma and abuse. They are motivated to get better and want to speak to someone who is nonjudgmental and compassionate. Clients have opened up to me about their deepest traumas and secrets that they have not shared with anyone else. I feel honored to be part of my client's journey and help them to find solutions. I have a strong client centered approach blended with a CBT intervention based approach.
EMDR sessions can really help move through concerns including abuse, traumatic grief, and car accidents.
Now accepting new referrals (as of 10/2024) for Teens, Adults, & EMDR. Parents: Are you worried about your teenager? Do they seem anxious, depressed, or overly stressed? I'm happy to work with your teen, and support you as a parent. Adults: Are you living a contented life? Or Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or “in your head” a lot, ruminating about your relationships? work? the future? I’d like to help. I’m an experienced, licensed psychotherapist whose been in full-time private practice with teens, adults, and families for over 15 years.
EMDR sessions can really help move through concerns including abuse, traumatic grief, and car accidents.
Now accepting new referrals (as of 10/2024) for Teens, Adults, & EMDR. Parents: Are you worried about your teenager? Do they seem anxious, depressed, or overly stressed? I'm happy to work with your teen, and support you as a parent. Adults: Are you living a contented life? Or Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or “in your head” a lot, ruminating about your relationships? work? the future? I’d like to help. I’m an experienced, licensed psychotherapist whose been in full-time private practice with teens, adults, and families for over 15 years.
Rachel Marjorie Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95818
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked for years with trauma in many presentations from the obvious traumas of abuse and assault to the subtle traumas that may be difficult to even put into words.
Have you gone through a troubling experience? Is it difficult to move on in the aftermath? Maybe, it feels as if you are always going through challenging life experiences, or a lifetime of distress? Are you ready to do something about it, maybe even desperate to? I would love to help. I understand that one of the hardest things to do can be to ask for help and be willing to receive it. I want to help.
I have worked for years with trauma in many presentations from the obvious traumas of abuse and assault to the subtle traumas that may be difficult to even put into words.
Have you gone through a troubling experience? Is it difficult to move on in the aftermath? Maybe, it feels as if you are always going through challenging life experiences, or a lifetime of distress? Are you ready to do something about it, maybe even desperate to? I would love to help. I understand that one of the hardest things to do can be to ask for help and be willing to receive it. I want to help.
My expertise includes treating people of diverse backgrounds who have experienced trauma, abuse, loss, teens presenting with high-risk behaviors, emotional disturbance, family conflict, and general difficulties with life transitions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over fifteen years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, strengths based, and sincerely concerned for the well-being of my clients. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or a loved one, my goal is to partner with clients in overcoming obstacles to well-being and success in the domains of relationships, family, work, and school.
My expertise includes treating people of diverse backgrounds who have experienced trauma, abuse, loss, teens presenting with high-risk behaviors, emotional disturbance, family conflict, and general difficulties with life transitions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over fifteen years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, strengths based, and sincerely concerned for the well-being of my clients. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or a loved one, my goal is to partner with clients in overcoming obstacles to well-being and success in the domains of relationships, family, work, and school.
Please note - I am accepting new clients but I do not accept insurance. I specialize in working with children, teenagers, and adults who have experienced trauma, grief, neglect and/or loneliness. Trauma can include a variety of things including physical, emotional, sexual or any other type of abuse, such as being raped or attacked; witnessing or experiencing something terrible such as a car accident or the trauma of combat deployment; the death of a loved one; or many other difficult life experiences. I have also helped numerous members of the LGBTQ community, including those questioning their sexuality and/or gender identity.
Please note - I am accepting new clients but I do not accept insurance. I specialize in working with children, teenagers, and adults who have experienced trauma, grief, neglect and/or loneliness. Trauma can include a variety of things including physical, emotional, sexual or any other type of abuse, such as being raped or attacked; witnessing or experiencing something terrible such as a car accident or the trauma of combat deployment; the death of a loved one; or many other difficult life experiences. I have also helped numerous members of the LGBTQ community, including those questioning their sexuality and/or gender identity.
Rosa Singer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
I love to volunteer to assist victims of Domestic violence navigate systems given my previous experiences working with such a population.
My life experiences, training, and passion to help others motivate me daily to support, educate, and guide my patients in a safe non-judgmental approach. I started my journey supporting clients to learn how they can manage their symptoms focusing on their personal strengths and teaching self-empowerment. My focus is also to help my patients from the bi-cultural perspectives as I am also a bi-cultural and bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist with life experiences that assist me greatly with cultural differences impacting our lives.
I love to volunteer to assist victims of Domestic violence navigate systems given my previous experiences working with such a population.
My life experiences, training, and passion to help others motivate me daily to support, educate, and guide my patients in a safe non-judgmental approach. I started my journey supporting clients to learn how they can manage their symptoms focusing on their personal strengths and teaching self-empowerment. My focus is also to help my patients from the bi-cultural perspectives as I am also a bi-cultural and bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist with life experiences that assist me greatly with cultural differences impacting our lives.
Angie Gunn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, CSTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95825 (Online Only)
When was the last time you felt deep pleasure, connection or acceptance within yourself or a relationship? Therapy works when you find someone who gets you. As one of only 10 AASECT certified sex therapists in Oregon, I'm training a team to provide inclusive sex positive treatment for individuals, couples, groups and LGBTQIPA+ folks. We focus on the treatment of trauma, sexuality challenges (arousal, performance, desire mismatch, healing abuse, pain), gender concerns including resources during the gender affirmation process and exploration of alternative sexualities or relationship configurations including non-monogamy and kink.
When was the last time you felt deep pleasure, connection or acceptance within yourself or a relationship? Therapy works when you find someone who gets you. As one of only 10 AASECT certified sex therapists in Oregon, I'm training a team to provide inclusive sex positive treatment for individuals, couples, groups and LGBTQIPA+ folks. We focus on the treatment of trauma, sexuality challenges (arousal, performance, desire mismatch, healing abuse, pain), gender concerns including resources during the gender affirmation process and exploration of alternative sexualities or relationship configurations including non-monogamy and kink.
Some of the groups I have offered include: Defeating the Sleep Monster, Weight-to-Go! and STOP Domestic Violence.
I have a clinical and consulting practice in Midtown working with individuals and couples on parenting, women's issues, relationship violence, and anger management. Additionally, I work as an executive coach with professionally successful Women of Color. As a licensed psychologist, my training and life experience have afforded me the opportunity to provide expert consultation, counseling, and evaluation services. I have conducted short and long term therapy as well as comprehensive assessments pertaining to academic, workplace, or medical-related issues. Specific client populations I work with include executives, men and women of color, adolescents (and families), and domestic violence offenders.
Some of the groups I have offered include: Defeating the Sleep Monster, Weight-to-Go! and STOP Domestic Violence.
I have a clinical and consulting practice in Midtown working with individuals and couples on parenting, women's issues, relationship violence, and anger management. Additionally, I work as an executive coach with professionally successful Women of Color. As a licensed psychologist, my training and life experience have afforded me the opportunity to provide expert consultation, counseling, and evaluation services. I have conducted short and long term therapy as well as comprehensive assessments pertaining to academic, workplace, or medical-related issues. Specific client populations I work with include executives, men and women of color, adolescents (and families), and domestic violence offenders.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.