Sexual Abuse Therapists in Columbus, GA
APT Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31904
Pass-Turner is an expert in sexual abuse trauma and is a Clinically Certified Human trafficking Victims Services Provider,.
APT Counseling Services provide children, adult, and family therapy. Dr. Pass-Turner utilize highly skill techniques and strategies that promote empowerment and personal growth. She is a Doctor of Counseling Psychology who has worked in mental health for over 20 years. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisior, Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider, National Cerfified Counselor, Doctoral Addictions Counselor, Master Addictions Counselor, Clinically Certified Domestic Violence Counselor, and Clinically Certified Forensic Counselor specialties assessment/evaluation and child custody.
Pass-Turner is an expert in sexual abuse trauma and is a Clinically Certified Human trafficking Victims Services Provider,.
APT Counseling Services provide children, adult, and family therapy. Dr. Pass-Turner utilize highly skill techniques and strategies that promote empowerment and personal growth. She is a Doctor of Counseling Psychology who has worked in mental health for over 20 years. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Professional Counselor Supervisior, Board Certified TeleMental Health Provider, National Cerfified Counselor, Doctoral Addictions Counselor, Master Addictions Counselor, Clinically Certified Domestic Violence Counselor, and Clinically Certified Forensic Counselor specialties assessment/evaluation and child custody.
I have experience working with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar- disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, domestic violence, sexual abuse. I enjoy working with individuals, families, couples and groups of all ages, identities and cultural backgrounds. My primary goals with clients are to build resiliency, promote independency and self advocacy, build confidence in decision-making, address traumas, establish healthy boundaries, and promote self-compassion/care.
I have experience working with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar- disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, domestic violence, sexual abuse. I enjoy working with individuals, families, couples and groups of all ages, identities and cultural backgrounds. My primary goals with clients are to build resiliency, promote independency and self advocacy, build confidence in decision-making, address traumas, establish healthy boundaries, and promote self-compassion/care.
She specializes in working with adults who have experienced traumatic events as well as those having difficulties with: depression, anxiety, divorce, anger, sexual abuse, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and stress management.
Sonya Coy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a and has been providing therapy for 18 years. She uses a technique called Rapid Resolution Therapy which is a technique that is used to help clients resolve challenges they are facing rapidly. Some clients have had challenges resolved in one session. Others have seen amazing results in 1 to 6 sessions. This process is painless, which helps the client eliminate the emotional pain without reliving the traumatic or stressful event by telling the therapist over and over again. Clients are able to eliminate negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors which bring peace to the soul.
She specializes in working with adults who have experienced traumatic events as well as those having difficulties with: depression, anxiety, divorce, anger, sexual abuse, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and stress management.
Sonya Coy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a and has been providing therapy for 18 years. She uses a technique called Rapid Resolution Therapy which is a technique that is used to help clients resolve challenges they are facing rapidly. Some clients have had challenges resolved in one session. Others have seen amazing results in 1 to 6 sessions. This process is painless, which helps the client eliminate the emotional pain without reliving the traumatic or stressful event by telling the therapist over and over again. Clients are able to eliminate negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors which bring peace to the soul.
Angela Hanner Montondo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31909
My areas of practice include trauma (PTSD and CPTSD), sexual assault , grief, depression, anxiety, Bi Polar Disorder, and other adjustment issues.
Have you been through something that was so painful that you’ve had a difficult time moving past it? Does it feel impossible to imagine that things can ever get better? Do you have a hard time forgiving yourself for past mistakes? These experiences and feelings are sadly all-too-common in the world today. Together, we can work to find a way to resolve distressing emotions and any distorted thought processes which are making it difficult for you to move forward and to heal.
My areas of practice include trauma (PTSD and CPTSD), sexual assault , grief, depression, anxiety, Bi Polar Disorder, and other adjustment issues.
Have you been through something that was so painful that you’ve had a difficult time moving past it? Does it feel impossible to imagine that things can ever get better? Do you have a hard time forgiving yourself for past mistakes? These experiences and feelings are sadly all-too-common in the world today. Together, we can work to find a way to resolve distressing emotions and any distorted thought processes which are making it difficult for you to move forward and to heal.
Belinda Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31907 (Online Only)
My previous experiences have provided me an opportunity working with clients with a wide range of concerns and symptoms including anxiety, increased levels of stress and concern, relationship, parent-child conflict and depression. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations; all walks of life, ages and abilities. Utilizing therapy to better your life and continue to grow as a person is a major strength for anyone and I commend those who want to better their lives. Belinda's specialties include mood and anxiety disorders. To schedule, please visit: https://provider.growtherapy.com/book-appointment?id=896&ref=prov
My previous experiences have provided me an opportunity working with clients with a wide range of concerns and symptoms including anxiety, increased levels of stress and concern, relationship, parent-child conflict and depression. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations; all walks of life, ages and abilities. Utilizing therapy to better your life and continue to grow as a person is a major strength for anyone and I commend those who want to better their lives. Belinda's specialties include mood and anxiety disorders. To schedule, please visit: https://provider.growtherapy.com/book-appointment?id=896&ref=prov
Hello! Congratulations on taking the first step into becoming a better version of yourself. My name is Dezsarai and I have been working in the mental health and addictive disease field since 2009 (licensed as a professional counselor in 2015). Have you been feeling not like yourself lately? Have you or others noticed a change in your overall mood? Has it been a challenge to be kind to yourself and others? Let me assist you with identifying the cause of your challenge and collaborate to create resolutions to help you be a better YOU!
Hello! Congratulations on taking the first step into becoming a better version of yourself. My name is Dezsarai and I have been working in the mental health and addictive disease field since 2009 (licensed as a professional counselor in 2015). Have you been feeling not like yourself lately? Have you or others noticed a change in your overall mood? Has it been a challenge to be kind to yourself and others? Let me assist you with identifying the cause of your challenge and collaborate to create resolutions to help you be a better YOU!
Charlene Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31904
We can become overwhelmed by the effects of traumatic experiences. I have a great passion to help relieve the suffering that trauma can cause. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to help clients move towards adaptive resolution of their traumatic stress . I am certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional by the International Association for Trauma Professionals. I work with clients who have experienced attachment trauma due to adverse childhood experiences which may contribute to relationship problems, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression and difficulty coping with stress.
We can become overwhelmed by the effects of traumatic experiences. I have a great passion to help relieve the suffering that trauma can cause. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to help clients move towards adaptive resolution of their traumatic stress . I am certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional by the International Association for Trauma Professionals. I work with clients who have experienced attachment trauma due to adverse childhood experiences which may contribute to relationship problems, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression and difficulty coping with stress.
Greetings, My name is Sharrisse Amrani LPC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia. I have worked in the mental health field for over 10 years, and my expertise is related to working with individuals that experience hardships such as divorce, change, and etc, as well as symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and etc. I specialize in working with all ages with trauma.
Greetings, My name is Sharrisse Amrani LPC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Georgia. I have worked in the mental health field for over 10 years, and my expertise is related to working with individuals that experience hardships such as divorce, change, and etc, as well as symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and etc. I specialize in working with all ages with trauma.
John Michael Duffey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAcc, ABD, DMHA, NCC, LPC, CCBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31904
PTSD doesn't develop only in those people who have experienced combat. You need a counselor who is aware of the many facets and forms of trauma and how they shape the person you are and how you experience the symptoms of PTSD. Veterans often have difficulty in working with therapists because many therapists have never experienced the military culture and the chaotic world of warfare. Having a therapist who is also a combat veteran enhances client trust, progress, and the working alliance. Having a counselor who is also aware of the trauma of Domestic Violence enhances your progress. I am very sensitive to the needs of PTSD people.
PTSD doesn't develop only in those people who have experienced combat. You need a counselor who is aware of the many facets and forms of trauma and how they shape the person you are and how you experience the symptoms of PTSD. Veterans often have difficulty in working with therapists because many therapists have never experienced the military culture and the chaotic world of warfare. Having a therapist who is also a combat veteran enhances client trust, progress, and the working alliance. Having a counselor who is also aware of the trauma of Domestic Violence enhances your progress. I am very sensitive to the needs of PTSD people.
Dina Delva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31904 (Online Only)
With a focus on couples, individuals and family therapy, I can assist you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, transition, divorce, blended family dynamics, women's issues and more.
With a focus on couples, individuals and family therapy, I can assist you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, transition, divorce, blended family dynamics, women's issues and more.
Timothy Birt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT, CCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31901
Therapy works! Begin the healing process to transform yourself and your relationships. Help your children thrive. Find new purpose together. Working together we can help you on your road to healing, recovery, and happiness. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with couples seeking counseling, parents wanting help with their children and adolescents, and individuals seeking healing from grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, or abuse. In therapy, we work together with your family members to heal, grow, and progress. Therapy works as you open yourself to changes in thought, feeling, and behavior.
Therapy works! Begin the healing process to transform yourself and your relationships. Help your children thrive. Find new purpose together. Working together we can help you on your road to healing, recovery, and happiness. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with couples seeking counseling, parents wanting help with their children and adolescents, and individuals seeking healing from grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, or abuse. In therapy, we work together with your family members to heal, grow, and progress. Therapy works as you open yourself to changes in thought, feeling, and behavior.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31901 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with overwhelming thoughts that have impacted your daily life? Are you struggling with daily reminders of past events? Are there days when you feel burdened by even getting out of bed? I collaborate with my clients that are suffering with depression, anxiety and PTSD to develop coping skills that lead them to their goals of being a happier more fulfilled version of themselves.
Do you struggle with overwhelming thoughts that have impacted your daily life? Are you struggling with daily reminders of past events? Are there days when you feel burdened by even getting out of bed? I collaborate with my clients that are suffering with depression, anxiety and PTSD to develop coping skills that lead them to their goals of being a happier more fulfilled version of themselves.
Michelle Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31904
Now Providing KAP! Symptoms such as headaches, insomnia, muscle pain/fatigue, depressed mood, irritability, and panic attacks are exhausting and interfere with your Total Wellness, including relationships and job performance. I have 20 years of experience in the successful treatment of symptoms associated w/ PTSD, anxiety, and depression through the use of EMDR, Brainspotting. and KAP. These techniques allow your brain to access its innate, natural healing process to relieve distress and reduce/eliminate physiological arousal to triggers, resulting in controlled emotions, improved sleep, and overall improved focus and concentration
Now Providing KAP! Symptoms such as headaches, insomnia, muscle pain/fatigue, depressed mood, irritability, and panic attacks are exhausting and interfere with your Total Wellness, including relationships and job performance. I have 20 years of experience in the successful treatment of symptoms associated w/ PTSD, anxiety, and depression through the use of EMDR, Brainspotting. and KAP. These techniques allow your brain to access its innate, natural healing process to relieve distress and reduce/eliminate physiological arousal to triggers, resulting in controlled emotions, improved sleep, and overall improved focus and concentration
As a parent, imagine waking up every morning to the sound of your teenager's muffled sobs echoing from their room. You knock gently on the door, trying to offer support, but often met with silence or a dismissive "I'm fine.” Your heart aches with the weight of their pain, but you feel powerless to ease it. You watch as your once vibrant teen becomes increasingly withdrawn. They struggle to concentrate on schoolwork, appetite diminishes, and they have lost interest in activities they used to love. Every attempt is met with resistance or frustration, leaving you feeling helpless and unsure of what to do next.
As a parent, imagine waking up every morning to the sound of your teenager's muffled sobs echoing from their room. You knock gently on the door, trying to offer support, but often met with silence or a dismissive "I'm fine.” Your heart aches with the weight of their pain, but you feel powerless to ease it. You watch as your once vibrant teen becomes increasingly withdrawn. They struggle to concentrate on schoolwork, appetite diminishes, and they have lost interest in activities they used to love. Every attempt is met with resistance or frustration, leaving you feeling helpless and unsure of what to do next.
Meagan Baxter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31909 (Online Only)
My name is Meagan Baxter and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in with 6+ years of experience. I received my MSW from the University of Southern California. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I am certified in trauma therapy.
My name is Meagan Baxter and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in with 6+ years of experience. I received my MSW from the University of Southern California. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I am certified in trauma therapy.
Sarah is ardent about taking into account each person’s individual situation, background, and experiences to help inform their path to healing and recovery. She is passionate about providing trauma informed services, so that individuals no longer feel defined and confined by their past experiences, circumstances, or situations, but can walk in freedom and wholeness.
Sarah is ardent about taking into account each person’s individual situation, background, and experiences to help inform their path to healing and recovery. She is passionate about providing trauma informed services, so that individuals no longer feel defined and confined by their past experiences, circumstances, or situations, but can walk in freedom and wholeness.
Amber Lamp
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbus, GA 31909
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Throughout life we all have struggles and experience situations beyond our control that can deeply affect us. During these times we can feel alone or uncomfortable opening up to others about our how we are truly feeling. Feelings of embarrassment or beliefs that something is wrong with yourself can prevent individuals from seeking help and support from others. I want you to know that you are not alone. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, recovering from trauma or other concerns, your distress is real and healing is possible.
Throughout life we all have struggles and experience situations beyond our control that can deeply affect us. During these times we can feel alone or uncomfortable opening up to others about our how we are truly feeling. Feelings of embarrassment or beliefs that something is wrong with yourself can prevent individuals from seeking help and support from others. I want you to know that you are not alone. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, recovering from trauma or other concerns, your distress is real and healing is possible.
Scott McCormick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, GA 31909 (Online Only)
I am here to help with trauma! Do you struggle with feelings of worthlessness, shame, guilt, emotional control, connection with others, or chronic relationship issues? These may be signs of complex PTSD, and EMDR could help. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy for adults with histories of anxiety, relationship issues, and depression. I also have experience working with dissociative symptoms, anger, and self-esteem issues.
I am here to help with trauma! Do you struggle with feelings of worthlessness, shame, guilt, emotional control, connection with others, or chronic relationship issues? These may be signs of complex PTSD, and EMDR could help. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy for adults with histories of anxiety, relationship issues, and depression. I also have experience working with dissociative symptoms, anger, and self-esteem issues.
I AM MOORE, LLC is a counseling and consulting practice owned by Darren D. Moore, Ph.D., MAED, LMFT. At I AM MOORE, LLC, we have therapists that can work with you regarding a variety of treatment issues and populations, including but not limited to Military Families, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Addiction, Workplace conflict, Family dysfunction, Family Secrets, Childhood trauma, Parent/child relationships, Teen delinquency, Sibling Issues, Caregiver stress, Children with disabilities, Single life, Dating, Pre-marital, Couples conflict, Divorce, Career Transition, Gen X, Y(Millennials), Z, & beyond, and much more.
I AM MOORE, LLC is a counseling and consulting practice owned by Darren D. Moore, Ph.D., MAED, LMFT. At I AM MOORE, LLC, we have therapists that can work with you regarding a variety of treatment issues and populations, including but not limited to Military Families, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Addiction, Workplace conflict, Family dysfunction, Family Secrets, Childhood trauma, Parent/child relationships, Teen delinquency, Sibling Issues, Caregiver stress, Children with disabilities, Single life, Dating, Pre-marital, Couples conflict, Divorce, Career Transition, Gen X, Y(Millennials), Z, & beyond, and much more.
One step, one step. So, this is a phrase I often say. I use it as a reminder that we will move forward, heal, achieve our goals one step, one moment at a time. If we feel or see ourselves slip back....we reset. We move forward again one step, one step.
One step, one step. So, this is a phrase I often say. I use it as a reminder that we will move forward, heal, achieve our goals one step, one moment at a time. If we feel or see ourselves slip back....we reset. We move forward again one step, one step.
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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.