Sexual Abuse Therapists in The Villages, FL
Shariety L Gibbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Villages, FL 32162 (Online Only)
While asking for help can be a frightening experience, it doesn't have to be. I strive to take the frightening out of therapy, and utilize empowering strategies to help individuals become the very best they can be. My professional experience involves working with teens, adults, and couples. I have experience with individuals working through traumas such as being victims of rape, incest, bullying, and abuse. I also work with military personnel, assisting through traumas such as PTSD, and assisting with reintegration.
While asking for help can be a frightening experience, it doesn't have to be. I strive to take the frightening out of therapy, and utilize empowering strategies to help individuals become the very best they can be. My professional experience involves working with teens, adults, and couples. I have experience with individuals working through traumas such as being victims of rape, incest, bullying, and abuse. I also work with military personnel, assisting through traumas such as PTSD, and assisting with reintegration.
Are you going through transitions in life? Recently moved or tying to figure out what to do in retirement? Grieving after a loss? Having difficulty in your relationship? Suffering from anxiety or depression? You may have goals that you have been unable to follow through on and ready to take the next step, or need to learn to make decisions. You are not alone. I provide confidential and supportive counseling to couples and individuals who are struggling and want to feel better. I can help individuals to find their own strengths.
Are you going through transitions in life? Recently moved or tying to figure out what to do in retirement? Grieving after a loss? Having difficulty in your relationship? Suffering from anxiety or depression? You may have goals that you have been unable to follow through on and ready to take the next step, or need to learn to make decisions. You are not alone. I provide confidential and supportive counseling to couples and individuals who are struggling and want to feel better. I can help individuals to find their own strengths.
Annette Bushfield, a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor, has served as a therapist in NY and FL for 20 years. In addition to working with soldiers, incarcerated persons, executives and retirees, she coaches Florida clinicians on using trauma informed responses, motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT and Schema Therapy to help navigate the challenges their patients bring to the therapeutic process. Ms. Bushfield’s reviews are public, and they demonstrate her goal to ensure that clients are seen, heard, validated, informed, empowered, and challenged to grow.
Annette Bushfield, a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor, has served as a therapist in NY and FL for 20 years. In addition to working with soldiers, incarcerated persons, executives and retirees, she coaches Florida clinicians on using trauma informed responses, motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT and Schema Therapy to help navigate the challenges their patients bring to the therapeutic process. Ms. Bushfield’s reviews are public, and they demonstrate her goal to ensure that clients are seen, heard, validated, informed, empowered, and challenged to grow.
I help men & women who had something bad happen to them in the past. You have fought so hard to get to where you are today but you are afraid that you might lose it all because you can't get it out of your head. You try so hard to keep it all together but you are breaking inside. The anxiety is overwhelming, at night it is hard to sleep You can’t even focus during the day. You feel so angry and are always on edge. It affects everything about your life. A part of you feels like you will never be good enough no matter how hard you try. You hate feeling like this. You keep trying to fix it yourself but nothing is working.
I help men & women who had something bad happen to them in the past. You have fought so hard to get to where you are today but you are afraid that you might lose it all because you can't get it out of your head. You try so hard to keep it all together but you are breaking inside. The anxiety is overwhelming, at night it is hard to sleep You can’t even focus during the day. You feel so angry and are always on edge. It affects everything about your life. A part of you feels like you will never be good enough no matter how hard you try. You hate feeling like this. You keep trying to fix it yourself but nothing is working.
Specialties: Stop Smoking, Weight Loss (Gastric Band Hypnotherapy), Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Phobias, Educational Enhancements, Sports Enhancements, Career Motivation, Hypnotherapy Life Coaching, Behavior/Anger Management, Relationship Therapy, Grief & Bereavement Therapy, Sexual Dysfunctions, Hypnotherapy for Children, Immune System Enhancements, Self Confidence/Self Esteem, Finding Lost Objects. Alcohol & Drug Addiction, Medical Hypnosis. Dr. Jaime Feldman is one of the Top Hypnotherapists in the country. He has been on the Montel Williams show 4 times. Dr. Feldman teaches some of the most revolutionary techniques in Hypnotherapy, including speaking to the sub-personalities that cause a specific problem.
Specialties: Stop Smoking, Weight Loss (Gastric Band Hypnotherapy), Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Phobias, Educational Enhancements, Sports Enhancements, Career Motivation, Hypnotherapy Life Coaching, Behavior/Anger Management, Relationship Therapy, Grief & Bereavement Therapy, Sexual Dysfunctions, Hypnotherapy for Children, Immune System Enhancements, Self Confidence/Self Esteem, Finding Lost Objects. Alcohol & Drug Addiction, Medical Hypnosis. Dr. Jaime Feldman is one of the Top Hypnotherapists in the country. He has been on the Montel Williams show 4 times. Dr. Feldman teaches some of the most revolutionary techniques in Hypnotherapy, including speaking to the sub-personalities that cause a specific problem.
John Gramuglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MLADC, LICSW
Verified Verified
The Villages, FL 32163 (Online Only)
I have been working in the field of behavioral health in excess of twenty five years. I have specialized in addictions with both adults and adolescents. In addition, I work with couples to resolve relationship issues, individuals dealing with depression or anxiety, and those with adjustment disorders. I find that being a good listener and being empathic helps a client gain trust and have a great therapeutic experience. Currently, I have immediate opening but I only accept self pay clients. My direct number is 802 595 3318
I have been working in the field of behavioral health in excess of twenty five years. I have specialized in addictions with both adults and adolescents. In addition, I work with couples to resolve relationship issues, individuals dealing with depression or anxiety, and those with adjustment disorders. I find that being a good listener and being empathic helps a client gain trust and have a great therapeutic experience. Currently, I have immediate opening but I only accept self pay clients. My direct number is 802 595 3318
Michael Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT, MAC, CCTP
Verified Verified
The Villages, FL 32162
I offer compassionate, non-judgmental help for individuals and couples who want relief from the painful results of mental health, infidelity, sex and porn addiction, substance abuse and behavioral problems. My office is a shame-free place where clients gain an understanding of their behaviors and create a plan to regain health and integrity, heal shattered relationships and recover from uncontrollable behaviors. There is hope. Recovery is possible. I have 20 years of experience in the fields of mental health and addiction. I've been trained by some of the best in the field and supervised by a seasoned clinician in everything I do.
I offer compassionate, non-judgmental help for individuals and couples who want relief from the painful results of mental health, infidelity, sex and porn addiction, substance abuse and behavioral problems. My office is a shame-free place where clients gain an understanding of their behaviors and create a plan to regain health and integrity, heal shattered relationships and recover from uncontrollable behaviors. There is hope. Recovery is possible. I have 20 years of experience in the fields of mental health and addiction. I've been trained by some of the best in the field and supervised by a seasoned clinician in everything I do.
Over 25 years of experience & I've worked with hundreds of clients: children, adults, couples/relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, and more. I can offer you Personable & Experienced Psychological Services. Available weekdays, weekends, and evenings.
Over 25 years of experience & I've worked with hundreds of clients: children, adults, couples/relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, and more. I can offer you Personable & Experienced Psychological Services. Available weekdays, weekends, and evenings.
Over 30 years of experience & I've worked with hundreds of clients: adults, couples/relationship issues, substance abuse, addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, and more. I utilize evidence based psychotherapies including CBT and DBT. My approach is eclectic, and solution focused, driven by the unique needs of each individual, with the goal of treating the whole person- mind, body and spirit. I can offer you Personable & Experienced Psychological Services. Available weekdays, weekends, and evenings.
Over 30 years of experience & I've worked with hundreds of clients: adults, couples/relationship issues, substance abuse, addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, and more. I utilize evidence based psychotherapies including CBT and DBT. My approach is eclectic, and solution focused, driven by the unique needs of each individual, with the goal of treating the whole person- mind, body and spirit. I can offer you Personable & Experienced Psychological Services. Available weekdays, weekends, and evenings.
English/Spanish, over 20 years of experience & have worked with hundreds of clients: teens ages 14+, adults, couples/relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, and more. I can offer you Personable & Experienced Psychological Services. There are times in our lives when we all may be able to benefit from help in getting life back on track. As a therapist I work mostly to help individuals identify the thinking and behaviors which have not been helpful to them over time and assist in the development of new patterns which will lead to happiness and success.
English/Spanish, over 20 years of experience & have worked with hundreds of clients: teens ages 14+, adults, couples/relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, and more. I can offer you Personable & Experienced Psychological Services. There are times in our lives when we all may be able to benefit from help in getting life back on track. As a therapist I work mostly to help individuals identify the thinking and behaviors which have not been helpful to them over time and assist in the development of new patterns which will lead to happiness and success.
I believe that every person is an expert of their own life and possess inner strength necessary to deal with life situations. However, we may sometimes be overwhelmed by presented challenges or carry a load of childhood traumatic experiences that block the access to those resources and don’t allow us to find the best solutions. At Presence Psychotherapy, LLC, together with the client, we will explore different strategies and techniques, and examine important relationships within family and social systems, that will help them see new possibilities and become the author of their own life.
I believe that every person is an expert of their own life and possess inner strength necessary to deal with life situations. However, we may sometimes be overwhelmed by presented challenges or carry a load of childhood traumatic experiences that block the access to those resources and don’t allow us to find the best solutions. At Presence Psychotherapy, LLC, together with the client, we will explore different strategies and techniques, and examine important relationships within family and social systems, that will help them see new possibilities and become the author of their own life.
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Seeking Serenity Counseling, LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Villages, FL 32162 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Have you experienced or currently experiencing Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression? Are feeling trapped, alone, misunderstood and frustrated and feel no one around understands. You have come to the right place. Take my hand and let's get off that emotional roller coaster together. Allow me to help you break down those barriers and wall, keeping from experiencing joy and living your best life. Let's help you feel safe, heard and secure, while learning how to rebuild confidence, self-compassion and self-love.
Have you experienced or currently experiencing Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression? Are feeling trapped, alone, misunderstood and frustrated and feel no one around understands. You have come to the right place. Take my hand and let's get off that emotional roller coaster together. Allow me to help you break down those barriers and wall, keeping from experiencing joy and living your best life. Let's help you feel safe, heard and secure, while learning how to rebuild confidence, self-compassion and self-love.
I am here to help navigate through the struggles you are facing. I specialize in working with couples to help build, repair, enjoy the relationship and challenges couples face. I offer a compassionate approach for adults and teens to overcome problems that can feel overwhelming at times, stress, anxiety, depression, grieving a loss that feels devastating, family concerns, relationship conflicts, job instability, and trauma among others. Perhaps there are family changes, difficulty in adjusting to where you are in life. Let's work together to improve, enhance and enrich your life, family, and relationships.
I am here to help navigate through the struggles you are facing. I specialize in working with couples to help build, repair, enjoy the relationship and challenges couples face. I offer a compassionate approach for adults and teens to overcome problems that can feel overwhelming at times, stress, anxiety, depression, grieving a loss that feels devastating, family concerns, relationship conflicts, job instability, and trauma among others. Perhaps there are family changes, difficulty in adjusting to where you are in life. Let's work together to improve, enhance and enrich your life, family, and relationships.
From the Heart Counseling Services PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CAP, CTT, EMDR
Verified Verified
The Villages, FL 32159
Dr. Sabra E. Lunday, Licensed mental health counselor & Qualified Supervisor, Certified in Trauma, Substance Addiction & EMDR. Received doctorate in Counseling Supervision & Education - Argosy University Sarasota, Master’s in Mental Health Counseling - Capella University & bachelor’s - Criminal Justice - Saint Leo University. I have worked with varied individuals and am well versed in trauma resolution, chemical dependency, grief therapy, sex/love addiction, somatic experiencing, co-occurring addictions, PTSD, emotional adjustment & behavioral issues, relationship issues, adoption, anxiety & depression.
Dr. Sabra E. Lunday, Licensed mental health counselor & Qualified Supervisor, Certified in Trauma, Substance Addiction & EMDR. Received doctorate in Counseling Supervision & Education - Argosy University Sarasota, Master’s in Mental Health Counseling - Capella University & bachelor’s - Criminal Justice - Saint Leo University. I have worked with varied individuals and am well versed in trauma resolution, chemical dependency, grief therapy, sex/love addiction, somatic experiencing, co-occurring addictions, PTSD, emotional adjustment & behavioral issues, relationship issues, adoption, anxiety & depression.
My ideal client is someone who is seeking safety in their own skin, in their home, and in their community.
My ideal client is someone who is seeking safety in their own skin, in their home, and in their community.
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Rebecah Lynn Farish
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fruitland Park, FL 34731
I have vast experience working with trauma particularly with domestic violence survivors and survivors of sexual assault.
Imagine the worst day of your life- you’ve been through an unimaginable trauma. You need support, you need help, but where do you turn? My name is Rebecah and I can help you! I can help you manage those days where you feel like you can’t get out of bed. Struggling with anxiety, I can show and teach coping skills to turn a bad a day into a great day.
I have vast experience working with trauma particularly with domestic violence survivors and survivors of sexual assault.
Imagine the worst day of your life- you’ve been through an unimaginable trauma. You need support, you need help, but where do you turn? My name is Rebecah and I can help you! I can help you manage those days where you feel like you can’t get out of bed. Struggling with anxiety, I can show and teach coping skills to turn a bad a day into a great day.
I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of clinical experience working with various individuals, couples, and families with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, and Personality Disorders. I often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Trauma-focused therapy, and Gestalt techniques, but I also use other approaches. I believe in working adamantly to make a real difference, using an authentic and gentle style.
I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of clinical experience working with various individuals, couples, and families with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, and Personality Disorders. I often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Trauma-focused therapy, and Gestalt techniques, but I also use other approaches. I believe in working adamantly to make a real difference, using an authentic and gentle style.
When I was little, I had big dreams but life circumstances took me on a different much harder path. My primary purpose through the 60's70's&80's was my addiction. I was widowed by 27, left with 3 children and still using. I became sober in 1987, went back to school & started in the addiction field. I discovered most chronic relapsers struggled with emotional traumas and PTSD. I founded The Refuge & 10 years later, sold it and focused on Spirit2Spirit teaching professionals how to help trauma survivors. Today, I am the Executive Director and co-Founder of the Guest House Ocala where we treat trauma and the self defeating behaviors.
When I was little, I had big dreams but life circumstances took me on a different much harder path. My primary purpose through the 60's70's&80's was my addiction. I was widowed by 27, left with 3 children and still using. I became sober in 1987, went back to school & started in the addiction field. I discovered most chronic relapsers struggled with emotional traumas and PTSD. I founded The Refuge & 10 years later, sold it and focused on Spirit2Spirit teaching professionals how to help trauma survivors. Today, I am the Executive Director and co-Founder of the Guest House Ocala where we treat trauma and the self defeating behaviors.
Hello. I am James Moore and I have 53 years of experience as a clinical psychologist in a variety of settings including institutional, academic and private practice. I developed and ran my own head injury treatment facility in Carbondale, Illinois, but have spent my last 36 years in private practice in Miami, Coral Springs and The Villages, Florida. My internship and training took place at Elgin State Hospital, the first such institution in the state of Illinois. The facility housed 4000 or so patients and I was able to see most, if not all, of the mental illness spectrum during my 6 years there.
Hello. I am James Moore and I have 53 years of experience as a clinical psychologist in a variety of settings including institutional, academic and private practice. I developed and ran my own head injury treatment facility in Carbondale, Illinois, but have spent my last 36 years in private practice in Miami, Coral Springs and The Villages, Florida. My internship and training took place at Elgin State Hospital, the first such institution in the state of Illinois. The facility housed 4000 or so patients and I was able to see most, if not all, of the mental illness spectrum during my 6 years there.
Hello my name is Adam Taveras, Master of Arts, LMFT QS and I believe in treating clients with respect, sensitivity, compassion and honesty. Over the years I have collaborated with clients to develop positive coping skills for symptoms of depression and anxiety. I have also helped those with parenting problems, trauma issues, life stage crisis, career challenges, relationship troubles, addiction and many other concerns.
Hello my name is Adam Taveras, Master of Arts, LMFT QS and I believe in treating clients with respect, sensitivity, compassion and honesty. Over the years I have collaborated with clients to develop positive coping skills for symptoms of depression and anxiety. I have also helped those with parenting problems, trauma issues, life stage crisis, career challenges, relationship troubles, addiction and many other concerns.
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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.