Sexual Abuse Therapists in Illinois
WEDNESDAYS AT 6:30PM - 8:00PM Fresh Hope Counseling offers groups on the following: Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse Groups (ADULTS ONLY).
I am interested in helping individuals, families, and couples who are confronted with difficult challenges in their personal and professional lives. This includes marital obstacles of infidelity, marital stagnation, and partner abuse. It is also my desire to serve those struggling with issues of substance abuse and process addictions; such as pornography, compulsive sexual behaviors, and histories of sexual abuse. In addition, I look forward to helping teens and adolescents who find themselves struggling in areas of social relations, academic progress, and/or who are frequently in trouble at school or with the law due to challenging personal behaviors.
WEDNESDAYS AT 6:30PM - 8:00PM Fresh Hope Counseling offers groups on the following: Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse Groups (ADULTS ONLY).
I am interested in helping individuals, families, and couples who are confronted with difficult challenges in their personal and professional lives. This includes marital obstacles of infidelity, marital stagnation, and partner abuse. It is also my desire to serve those struggling with issues of substance abuse and process addictions; such as pornography, compulsive sexual behaviors, and histories of sexual abuse. In addition, I look forward to helping teens and adolescents who find themselves struggling in areas of social relations, academic progress, and/or who are frequently in trouble at school or with the law due to challenging personal behaviors.
Cheryl Neuman Meltzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60613
I have a lot of experience working with trauma, including sexual abuse.
In my practice I see adolescents and adults. I view therapy as a place where you can more fully understand yourself and your relationships and therefore be empowered to make better choices in your life. My style is informed by dynamically oriented and relational therapy. Regardless of theory, the most important part of the process is building a relationship built on trust and safety. Through this safe and supportive environment we will help you build on your strengths and problem solving skills as well as deepen your self awareness and self understanding.
I have a lot of experience working with trauma, including sexual abuse.
In my practice I see adolescents and adults. I view therapy as a place where you can more fully understand yourself and your relationships and therefore be empowered to make better choices in your life. My style is informed by dynamically oriented and relational therapy. Regardless of theory, the most important part of the process is building a relationship built on trust and safety. Through this safe and supportive environment we will help you build on your strengths and problem solving skills as well as deepen your self awareness and self understanding.
Andrea D. Coulter
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Murphysboro, IL 62966 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive training and experience helping individuals with symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex (childhood) trauma, sexual assault survivors, relationship difficulties, as well as, those who struggle with personality disorders.
I commend you for contemplating this important step toward attending to your own wellbeing. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois with 10 years of experience. I would describe my approach as warm and compassionate, but I will also challenge you when needed. My ultimate goal is to help you gain the tools and insight to meet your goals. I meet my clients where they are and work collaboratively with them to develop a plan for getting them where they want to be. If you are suffering psychologically, emotionally, or relationally, therapy can be an excellent way to move toward greater wellness.
I have extensive training and experience helping individuals with symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex (childhood) trauma, sexual assault survivors, relationship difficulties, as well as, those who struggle with personality disorders.
I commend you for contemplating this important step toward attending to your own wellbeing. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois with 10 years of experience. I would describe my approach as warm and compassionate, but I will also challenge you when needed. My ultimate goal is to help you gain the tools and insight to meet your goals. I meet my clients where they are and work collaboratively with them to develop a plan for getting them where they want to be. If you are suffering psychologically, emotionally, or relationally, therapy can be an excellent way to move toward greater wellness.
We have several specialties within the office including EMDR/trauma-focused, Spanish speaking clinician, domestic violence/sexual assault, LGBT affirmative, sex positive, and knowledge to work with individuals in a variety of relationships, whether they are monogamous, polyamorous, BDSM, or kink identified.
Sana means heal and we strive to create a nurturing environment for you to explore your healing. Sana Wellness Center is dedicated to providing holistic and effective mental health services to anyone who seeks to collaboratively address and heal adverse life experiences and current concerns in a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment. Through unconditional acceptance, we will walk with you as you develop insights while respecting your individuality to achieve your goals. In tandem with mental health services, Sana offers Reiki, sound healing, and trauma yoga to help integrate supportive services into your journey.
We have several specialties within the office including EMDR/trauma-focused, Spanish speaking clinician, domestic violence/sexual assault, LGBT affirmative, sex positive, and knowledge to work with individuals in a variety of relationships, whether they are monogamous, polyamorous, BDSM, or kink identified.
Sana means heal and we strive to create a nurturing environment for you to explore your healing. Sana Wellness Center is dedicated to providing holistic and effective mental health services to anyone who seeks to collaboratively address and heal adverse life experiences and current concerns in a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment. Through unconditional acceptance, we will walk with you as you develop insights while respecting your individuality to achieve your goals. In tandem with mental health services, Sana offers Reiki, sound healing, and trauma yoga to help integrate supportive services into your journey.
Breakthrough Counseling & Clinical Services
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, CGRP, NCC
Verified Verified
Lombard, IL 60148
Read my profile and you will see that my training and experience is in the following but not limited to: depression/ anxieties, grief/losses, spiritualty, addictions, sexual abuse, trauma, domestic violence, PTSD, relational/spousal issues, self-esteem.
My goal at Breakthrough Counseling is to meet you exactly where you are in your stress, brokenness, anxiety, depression, marital conflict, grief, addiction, etc. YOU are not alone. You may be going through a challenging time in your life but there is REAL HOPE. It starts with you taking the first step by calling me to help you. My therapeutic approach is individualized and will vary based on your needs, but it will always be genuine and respectful. My goal is to help you heal from the inside out, develop coping skills that will bring real change to your life.
Read my profile and you will see that my training and experience is in the following but not limited to: depression/ anxieties, grief/losses, spiritualty, addictions, sexual abuse, trauma, domestic violence, PTSD, relational/spousal issues, self-esteem.
My goal at Breakthrough Counseling is to meet you exactly where you are in your stress, brokenness, anxiety, depression, marital conflict, grief, addiction, etc. YOU are not alone. You may be going through a challenging time in your life but there is REAL HOPE. It starts with you taking the first step by calling me to help you. My therapeutic approach is individualized and will vary based on your needs, but it will always be genuine and respectful. My goal is to help you heal from the inside out, develop coping skills that will bring real change to your life.
I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Schaumburg. I am passionate about women's issues and I developed a therapy program for reducing postpartum depression while increasing the mother-infant bond for my clinical research project. I obtained an emphasis in Health Psychology that included training in hypnosis, relaxation techniques, pain management, and stress reduction. Additionally, I have an extensive background in domestic violence ad sexual assault. My therapeutic approach is eclectic utilizing interpersonal psychotherapy, CBT, feminist theory, solutions focused therapy, and client centered therapy.
I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Schaumburg. I am passionate about women's issues and I developed a therapy program for reducing postpartum depression while increasing the mother-infant bond for my clinical research project. I obtained an emphasis in Health Psychology that included training in hypnosis, relaxation techniques, pain management, and stress reduction. Additionally, I have an extensive background in domestic violence ad sexual assault. My therapeutic approach is eclectic utilizing interpersonal psychotherapy, CBT, feminist theory, solutions focused therapy, and client centered therapy.
Awakenings Counseling Center - Deborah Choi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Algonquin, IL 60102
For over 10 years, I have experience primarily working with adults who have experienced trauma and abuse ranging from past childhood abuse, domestic violence, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse.
Asking for help is hard and takes a lot of strength to do. Asking for help also shows just enough self worth to better one’s self. My clients primarily attend counseling to seek emotional support, guidance in their healing process, and regain their self worth and confidence. They also are working towards self empowerment and growth towards emotional stability. Clients also learn to change the negative beliefs and narratives created from past childhood or relationship abuse and trauma. I have also seen clients who find their faith as a foundation of their healing and I am trained in Immanuel Prayer by request.
For over 10 years, I have experience primarily working with adults who have experienced trauma and abuse ranging from past childhood abuse, domestic violence, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse.
Asking for help is hard and takes a lot of strength to do. Asking for help also shows just enough self worth to better one’s self. My clients primarily attend counseling to seek emotional support, guidance in their healing process, and regain their self worth and confidence. They also are working towards self empowerment and growth towards emotional stability. Clients also learn to change the negative beliefs and narratives created from past childhood or relationship abuse and trauma. I have also seen clients who find their faith as a foundation of their healing and I am trained in Immanuel Prayer by request.
Chelsea Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lena, IL 61048 (Online Only)
Because of my professional experiences I specialize in Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Sexual Assault/Abuse, Neglect, Family and Couples Conflicts, Intimacy, and other general mental health diagnoses.
Resiliency Counseling is an individual based practice located in the Northwest Illinois area, including Stephenson, Jo Daviess, and Carroll counties. I provide phone and video sessions for anyone living in the state of Illinois. I have spent the last 5 years of my career providing therapy services to my local community, where the need for community based therapy is very high. I have provided services in a variety of areas; a local homeless shelter, food pantry, domestic violence shelter, sexual assault advocacy center, courthouse, law enforcement, community mental health center, and in the school systems.
Because of my professional experiences I specialize in Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Sexual Assault/Abuse, Neglect, Family and Couples Conflicts, Intimacy, and other general mental health diagnoses.
Resiliency Counseling is an individual based practice located in the Northwest Illinois area, including Stephenson, Jo Daviess, and Carroll counties. I provide phone and video sessions for anyone living in the state of Illinois. I have spent the last 5 years of my career providing therapy services to my local community, where the need for community based therapy is very high. I have provided services in a variety of areas; a local homeless shelter, food pantry, domestic violence shelter, sexual assault advocacy center, courthouse, law enforcement, community mental health center, and in the school systems.
Jillian McGuinness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rock Island, IL 61201 (Online Only)
I work with adults who have experienced childhood trauma/abuse/neglect, those exposed to domestic violence or sexual assault, and individuals experiencing PTSD. Trauma, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem can cause difficulties in your relationships and make you feel stuck in your life. I help people who may be carrying the weight of their past, feel their life is out of balance, or who are not living up to their full potential. If you'd like to relate better to those around you, learn new ways of coping, change negative behaviors, and improve your overall wellness I can help. I offer morning and weekend appointments.
I work with adults who have experienced childhood trauma/abuse/neglect, those exposed to domestic violence or sexual assault, and individuals experiencing PTSD. Trauma, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem can cause difficulties in your relationships and make you feel stuck in your life. I help people who may be carrying the weight of their past, feel their life is out of balance, or who are not living up to their full potential. If you'd like to relate better to those around you, learn new ways of coping, change negative behaviors, and improve your overall wellness I can help. I offer morning and weekend appointments.
Specializations include: childhood sexual abuse/neglect, clergy abuse, betrayal trauma, accidents, suicide, & homicide.
Founder of the Holistic Therapy Institute, Dr. Cynthia Yesko is an intuitive counselor & educator with the privilege of helping clients rework old stress and trauma patterns that can interfere with health and wellness into more updated patterns that help to navigate ordinary stressors and extraordinary challenges. She uses techniques such as music therapy (Dr. Porges' Safe & Sound Protocol), meditation, mindfulness, progressive relaxation, guided imagery, deep breathing, & Reiki to help reset the body’s natural relaxation response. In a regulated, state, solutions tend to present themselves and positive changes are abundant.
Specializations include: childhood sexual abuse/neglect, clergy abuse, betrayal trauma, accidents, suicide, & homicide.
Founder of the Holistic Therapy Institute, Dr. Cynthia Yesko is an intuitive counselor & educator with the privilege of helping clients rework old stress and trauma patterns that can interfere with health and wellness into more updated patterns that help to navigate ordinary stressors and extraordinary challenges. She uses techniques such as music therapy (Dr. Porges' Safe & Sound Protocol), meditation, mindfulness, progressive relaxation, guided imagery, deep breathing, & Reiki to help reset the body’s natural relaxation response. In a regulated, state, solutions tend to present themselves and positive changes are abundant.
Angie Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR, RYT200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wheaton, IL 60187
My experience working with individuals covers areas of disruption from complex trauma, sexual abuse, religious trauma, grief, attachment wounds, abandonment and shame.
I believe healing is possible through an invitation to connect with your body, emotions, and thoughts. To build understanding about how your experiences, relationships, and culture have impacted your life. I seek to be a companion in the process of sharing your personal story as you sift through the well of your entire lived experience to discover your authentic voice. Together, we will use body based interventions, emotionally focused work, and brain-based approaches like EMDR to reclaim the chapters of your life where difficult experiences stole your sense of who you are, and nurture growth, healing, and overcome loneliness.
My experience working with individuals covers areas of disruption from complex trauma, sexual abuse, religious trauma, grief, attachment wounds, abandonment and shame.
I believe healing is possible through an invitation to connect with your body, emotions, and thoughts. To build understanding about how your experiences, relationships, and culture have impacted your life. I seek to be a companion in the process of sharing your personal story as you sift through the well of your entire lived experience to discover your authentic voice. Together, we will use body based interventions, emotionally focused work, and brain-based approaches like EMDR to reclaim the chapters of your life where difficult experiences stole your sense of who you are, and nurture growth, healing, and overcome loneliness.
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Marilyn is a Board Certified Art Therapist specializing in trauma-informed care and abuse recovery work. Marilyn has extensive experience working with adults and adolescents fleeing and recovering from domestic violence and sexual abuse, substance use recovery, depression, and anxiety. Marilyn also specializes in work with the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities and follows strengths-based, person-centered, empowerment-focused modalities.
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Through a family perspective, using the power of play, emotions, and at the moment experiences, I help kids from 0-18, families, and couples to address conflict, depression, anxiety, behavioral challenges, abuse, anger, sexual abuse, trauma, divorce, and major life changes.
I help parents, children, families, and couples who are frustrated, angry, and hurting to heal and connect in a healthy way, rebuilding their relationships to bring harmony to themselves and their families.
Through a family perspective, using the power of play, emotions, and at the moment experiences, I help kids from 0-18, families, and couples to address conflict, depression, anxiety, behavioral challenges, abuse, anger, sexual abuse, trauma, divorce, and major life changes.
I help parents, children, families, and couples who are frustrated, angry, and hurting to heal and connect in a healthy way, rebuilding their relationships to bring harmony to themselves and their families.
An experienced sex & trauma therapist, I have worked with survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and domestic abuse.
Accepting new clients of all ages with immediate availability! As a sex therapist, I pride myself on setting a space that permits you to take an inspired role in your healing journey, and it is my job to provide support and empowerment. I understand that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all practice, which is why I tailor my approach to each client depending on the nuance of the situation. It gives my life meaning to participate in a healing community, working one-on-one with people, offering a safe space to process whatever is needed: life, relationships, triggers, and other obstacles, and develop useful and pragmatic coping tools.
An experienced sex & trauma therapist, I have worked with survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and domestic abuse.
Accepting new clients of all ages with immediate availability! As a sex therapist, I pride myself on setting a space that permits you to take an inspired role in your healing journey, and it is my job to provide support and empowerment. I understand that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all practice, which is why I tailor my approach to each client depending on the nuance of the situation. It gives my life meaning to participate in a healing community, working one-on-one with people, offering a safe space to process whatever is needed: life, relationships, triggers, and other obstacles, and develop useful and pragmatic coping tools.
I utilize an eclectic approach to treatment. I primarily treat depression, anxiety, and trauma. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectal Behavioral Therapies. I graduated from the University of Michigan with a Master's in Social Work. I additionally underwent an intensive training program to help children, adolescents, and young adults heal from sexual assault/abuse and child maltreatment. I managed an Adolescent Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Program. During this time, I developed several community and school-based adolescent groups. I conduct forensic evaluations for child sexual and physical abuse.
I utilize an eclectic approach to treatment. I primarily treat depression, anxiety, and trauma. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectal Behavioral Therapies. I graduated from the University of Michigan with a Master's in Social Work. I additionally underwent an intensive training program to help children, adolescents, and young adults heal from sexual assault/abuse and child maltreatment. I managed an Adolescent Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Program. During this time, I developed several community and school-based adolescent groups. I conduct forensic evaluations for child sexual and physical abuse.
Additionally, I have extensive training and experience working with relational trauma, attachment wounds, intimate partner violence and sexual abuse.
My therapeutic practice centers on a holistic, sex-positive, and trauma-informed approach, validating and humanizing all experiences. I strive to respect and incorporate each client’s values, background, identity, and diversity, fostering personal growth and empowerment.
Additionally, I have extensive training and experience working with relational trauma, attachment wounds, intimate partner violence and sexual abuse.
My therapeutic practice centers on a holistic, sex-positive, and trauma-informed approach, validating and humanizing all experiences. I strive to respect and incorporate each client’s values, background, identity, and diversity, fostering personal growth and empowerment.
Blake Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60640
Waitlist for new clients
Issues of expertise include survivors of sexual abuse,relationship stressors and conflicts, chronic mental illness, mood and anxiety disorders,issues arising among those in recovery, and problems resulting from stress in the workplace.
As a psychotherapist, I recognize that each course of treatment is subjective and unique. I work closely with each client in determining his or her treatment goals and respect each individuals right to self determination. Enhanced self esteem, improved coping skills, and a more confident decision making process are the foundation for a more joyful, less conflicted life. Together we will work to achieve these results.
Issues of expertise include survivors of sexual abuse,relationship stressors and conflicts, chronic mental illness, mood and anxiety disorders,issues arising among those in recovery, and problems resulting from stress in the workplace.
As a psychotherapist, I recognize that each course of treatment is subjective and unique. I work closely with each client in determining his or her treatment goals and respect each individuals right to self determination. Enhanced self esteem, improved coping skills, and a more confident decision making process are the foundation for a more joyful, less conflicted life. Together we will work to achieve these results.
Rebecca Coopersmith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northbrook, IL 60062
Mental health defines how we show up for ourselves and others. I’m a licensed psychotherapist and sex therapist here to understand the complexities of your life and support you in making the changes you need to show up. I help individuals manage anxiety and complex family dynamics and couples improve communication and intimacy, and reduce conflict. I specialize in treating desire discrepancy, low desire, out of control sexual behavior, sexual and gender identity concerns, sexual pain, lack of orgasm, erectile disorders, and sexual assault. I work with polyamorous couples and polycules.
Mental health defines how we show up for ourselves and others. I’m a licensed psychotherapist and sex therapist here to understand the complexities of your life and support you in making the changes you need to show up. I help individuals manage anxiety and complex family dynamics and couples improve communication and intimacy, and reduce conflict. I specialize in treating desire discrepancy, low desire, out of control sexual behavior, sexual and gender identity concerns, sexual pain, lack of orgasm, erectile disorders, and sexual assault. I work with polyamorous couples and polycules.
I also have experience and specialized training related to survivors of sexual abuse and assault.
Whether it's "big T Trauma" or "little t trauma", no one's life is perfect. From a difficult breakup to family conflict, relationship concerns, the loss of a loved one, a global pandemic, or surviving any number of difficult experiences, the world is going to test you. I will meet you where you are and together we will create a map to help you move forward. I draw from CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based, Solution-Focused and Existential theories and practices.
I also have experience and specialized training related to survivors of sexual abuse and assault.
Whether it's "big T Trauma" or "little t trauma", no one's life is perfect. From a difficult breakup to family conflict, relationship concerns, the loss of a loved one, a global pandemic, or surviving any number of difficult experiences, the world is going to test you. I will meet you where you are and together we will create a map to help you move forward. I draw from CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based, Solution-Focused and Existential theories and practices.
I have a special interest and experience working with trauma, sexual abuse issues, and PTSD.
My mission is to help promote healing from within, as well as emotional support, and behavioral change. As humans, we can get stuck in the past or future. As a truly empathetic, genuine, and nonjudgmental clinician, I can provide you with a safe environment to explore and process the nature of your issues that may be keeping you in a state of suffering. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I am trained in techniques effective with issues including mood disorders, emotional disturbance, family conflict, behavioral disturbance, anxiety, and many other issues affecting your everyday life.
I have a special interest and experience working with trauma, sexual abuse issues, and PTSD.
My mission is to help promote healing from within, as well as emotional support, and behavioral change. As humans, we can get stuck in the past or future. As a truly empathetic, genuine, and nonjudgmental clinician, I can provide you with a safe environment to explore and process the nature of your issues that may be keeping you in a state of suffering. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I am trained in techniques effective with issues including mood disorders, emotional disturbance, family conflict, behavioral disturbance, anxiety, and many other issues affecting your everyday life.
