Sexual Abuse Therapists in Illinois
For more than 25 years, I've worked with adults experiencing a wide range of issues -- including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life changes, loss and grief, recovery from trauma, workplace issues, sexual abuse, low self-esteem, addictions, infertility, pregnancy loss and post-partum depression.
I believe that the clients who walk into my office are strong. They have an inner strength that is the cornerstone of change. The voice that says, "Enough, I'm taking back my life." Together, we will champion that strength to discover the blockages that have held you back or kept you suffering and create solutions and options to get you back on track. I passionately believe that you deserve better -- let's get to work. My approach to therapy is client centered and goal directed.
For more than 25 years, I've worked with adults experiencing a wide range of issues -- including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life changes, loss and grief, recovery from trauma, workplace issues, sexual abuse, low self-esteem, addictions, infertility, pregnancy loss and post-partum depression.
I believe that the clients who walk into my office are strong. They have an inner strength that is the cornerstone of change. The voice that says, "Enough, I'm taking back my life." Together, we will champion that strength to discover the blockages that have held you back or kept you suffering and create solutions and options to get you back on track. I passionately believe that you deserve better -- let's get to work. My approach to therapy is client centered and goal directed.
Dawn H McCollom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mendota, IL 61342 (Online Only)
I have experience working with issues of Child Abuse and Neglect, Family Discourse, Grief, Mood Disorders, Partner Violence, Peer Pressure, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self-Esteem Building, Stress Management, Sexual Abuse and Trauma.
My ideal client would consist of a person or family ready, willing and able to put forth the effort needed to make improvements in their lives. Motivation and willingness to change are essential to achieve change.
I have experience working with issues of Child Abuse and Neglect, Family Discourse, Grief, Mood Disorders, Partner Violence, Peer Pressure, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self-Esteem Building, Stress Management, Sexual Abuse and Trauma.
My ideal client would consist of a person or family ready, willing and able to put forth the effort needed to make improvements in their lives. Motivation and willingness to change are essential to achieve change.
Melissa provides support to those who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, relationship issues, life transitions, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Melissa Murillo is a bilingual Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Illinois. Melissa attended the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, receiving her Bachelors of Social Work (BSW) and Masters of Social Worker (MSW) with a specialization in clinical mental health. Additionally, Melissa is a Certified Domestic Violence Professional(CDVP) and a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP).
Melissa provides support to those who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, relationship issues, life transitions, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Melissa Murillo is a bilingual Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Illinois. Melissa attended the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, receiving her Bachelors of Social Work (BSW) and Masters of Social Worker (MSW) with a specialization in clinical mental health. Additionally, Melissa is a Certified Domestic Violence Professional(CDVP) and a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP).
Dr. Grace Tomas-Tolentino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Schaumburg, IL 60173
She offers individual psychotherapy and facilitates groups for women and men survivors of childhood sexual abuse, for adults who have experienced or witnessed violence in their families, and for women and men focusing on the impact of trauma on sexuality and sexual intimacy.
Dr. Grace Tomas-Tolentino is the founder and director of Core Psychotherapy Center, Ltd., a private trauma-based psychotherapy group practice in Schaumburg, IL serving the Chicagoland area since 2000. She works with adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, sexual assault, domestic violence, sex trafficking, organized abuse, and torture. She specializes in the treatment of PTSD, dissociative identity disorder (DID), somatic disorders, self-injury, eating disorders and other comorbid disorders.
She offers individual psychotherapy and facilitates groups for women and men survivors of childhood sexual abuse, for adults who have experienced or witnessed violence in their families, and for women and men focusing on the impact of trauma on sexuality and sexual intimacy.
Dr. Grace Tomas-Tolentino is the founder and director of Core Psychotherapy Center, Ltd., a private trauma-based psychotherapy group practice in Schaumburg, IL serving the Chicagoland area since 2000. She works with adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, sexual assault, domestic violence, sex trafficking, organized abuse, and torture. She specializes in the treatment of PTSD, dissociative identity disorder (DID), somatic disorders, self-injury, eating disorders and other comorbid disorders.
Marcia Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, IL 60504 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach focuses on the whole person. I look at the individual, their environment, and the many factors that make up who they are. By focusing on their strengths, I work with the individual to discover the person they are meant to be. My experience includes training in Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence. I have previous clinical experience with children and adolescents, in a child welfare capacity, as well as inpatient behavioral health. I was also licensed as a foster parent in 2005; I have both worked with children who are in the foster care system and children who were adopted.
My therapeutic approach focuses on the whole person. I look at the individual, their environment, and the many factors that make up who they are. By focusing on their strengths, I work with the individual to discover the person they are meant to be. My experience includes training in Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence. I have previous clinical experience with children and adolescents, in a child welfare capacity, as well as inpatient behavioral health. I was also licensed as a foster parent in 2005; I have both worked with children who are in the foster care system and children who were adopted.
Sarah Ligon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
I’m a therapist who specializes in perinatal issues including postpartum depression and anxiety, adjustment to motherhood/parenthood, intrusive thoughts, infertility, miscarriage, and infant loss. I have training in working with gender-based violence such as sexual assault, rape, and domestic violence. I also have experience assisting clients with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-harm, and trauma. I have experience working with different genders, sexual orientations, racial/ethnic backgrounds, and socioeconomic status.
I’m a therapist who specializes in perinatal issues including postpartum depression and anxiety, adjustment to motherhood/parenthood, intrusive thoughts, infertility, miscarriage, and infant loss. I have training in working with gender-based violence such as sexual assault, rape, and domestic violence. I also have experience assisting clients with anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-harm, and trauma. I have experience working with different genders, sexual orientations, racial/ethnic backgrounds, and socioeconomic status.
Alya Abbed is a licensed therapist specializing in trauma treatment. Al has over 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in mental health. Her clinical expertise is treating complex trauma including childhood abuse/neglect in addition to physical/sexual/emotional abuse and sexual assault. She is formally trained in EMDR, ITR, Theraplay, and trauma-informed sexual assault. Al's therapeutic modality of choice is talk therapy alongside EMDR, CBT, and DBT. She received her Bachelor's degree in Pyschology and her Master's degree in Community Counseling from Oakland University in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
Alya Abbed is a licensed therapist specializing in trauma treatment. Al has over 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in mental health. Her clinical expertise is treating complex trauma including childhood abuse/neglect in addition to physical/sexual/emotional abuse and sexual assault. She is formally trained in EMDR, ITR, Theraplay, and trauma-informed sexual assault. Al's therapeutic modality of choice is talk therapy alongside EMDR, CBT, and DBT. She received her Bachelor's degree in Pyschology and her Master's degree in Community Counseling from Oakland University in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
Lakeisha Banks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, EMDR, BSP
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60301
As a therapist who lives with ADHD, I understand and feel the challenges of life from the point of view of a neurodivergent individual. There are so many difficulties we face every day, and we are not born knowing how to use coping skills and tools to manage them. As a result, the path you’ve been on may be scary, but I want you to know that you are not alone! This is where I come in. I am a trauma-informed therapist that specializes in working with adolescents and adults who experience ADHD, trauma, PTSD, LGBTQIA+, domestic violence, and sexual assault, or are in need of crisis intervention.
As a therapist who lives with ADHD, I understand and feel the challenges of life from the point of view of a neurodivergent individual. There are so many difficulties we face every day, and we are not born knowing how to use coping skills and tools to manage them. As a result, the path you’ve been on may be scary, but I want you to know that you are not alone! This is where I come in. I am a trauma-informed therapist that specializes in working with adolescents and adults who experience ADHD, trauma, PTSD, LGBTQIA+, domestic violence, and sexual assault, or are in need of crisis intervention.
I use a holistic approach to healing that includes mind, body and spirit. I have a particular focus on women's health issues, sexual abuse, and PTSD. Every pain, trauma, and obstacle we experience in life has information to share with us. The most difficult times we face can be truly transformative if we know how to listen to them. Sometimes we can get lost down these turbulent roads and my job is to help you navigate the path that you are already on.
I use a holistic approach to healing that includes mind, body and spirit. I have a particular focus on women's health issues, sexual abuse, and PTSD. Every pain, trauma, and obstacle we experience in life has information to share with us. The most difficult times we face can be truly transformative if we know how to listen to them. Sometimes we can get lost down these turbulent roads and my job is to help you navigate the path that you are already on.
I also worked on a legal helpline for survivors of sexual assault and as a visiting counselor at a high school.
My clinical interests include trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, and couples counseling. I currently utilize a person-centered, strength-based approach to counseling but adjust this to the needs of my client(s). No matter the need or interest for counseling services, I find self-love, self-empowerment, and self-grace to be of utmost importance.
I also worked on a legal helpline for survivors of sexual assault and as a visiting counselor at a high school.
My clinical interests include trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, and couples counseling. I currently utilize a person-centered, strength-based approach to counseling but adjust this to the needs of my client(s). No matter the need or interest for counseling services, I find self-love, self-empowerment, and self-grace to be of utmost importance.
Karla Lund
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60602 (Online Only)
Everyone deserves to be fully heard and understood. I work to create a safe and supportive environment for my clients through warmth, authenticity and a sense of humor, holding space for them to explore themselves more deeply and gain the insights needed to grow and heal. I take a collaborative approach with my clients, emphasizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship and tailoring treatment to meet their unique needs and strengths. I work with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma (particularly sexual assault), as well as issues surrounding relationships, life transitions, sexuality, and identity.
Everyone deserves to be fully heard and understood. I work to create a safe and supportive environment for my clients through warmth, authenticity and a sense of humor, holding space for them to explore themselves more deeply and gain the insights needed to grow and heal. I take a collaborative approach with my clients, emphasizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship and tailoring treatment to meet their unique needs and strengths. I work with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma (particularly sexual assault), as well as issues surrounding relationships, life transitions, sexuality, and identity.
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Dr. Kassie Brandenborg
Psychologist, PsyD, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with developmental/relational trauma (very difficult childhoods, physical/emotional abuse, parents who struggled with their own mental health issues or substance abuse), sexual abuse survivors, women's issues (infertility, unhealthy/abusive relationships, poor self image, postpartum issues, etc.
In a safe and judgement-free relationship where you can first feel heard and understood, I can help you more fully understand the unhelpful relational, emotional, and/or thinking patterns that may need adjusting in order to help you live the life you'd like to live. I will offer support, direct feedback, & coping strategies to provide you with skills and more immediate relief, while we work toward increased insight and improved self-awareness, achieving lasting growth and change.
I specialize in working with developmental/relational trauma (very difficult childhoods, physical/emotional abuse, parents who struggled with their own mental health issues or substance abuse), sexual abuse survivors, women's issues (infertility, unhealthy/abusive relationships, poor self image, postpartum issues, etc.
In a safe and judgement-free relationship where you can first feel heard and understood, I can help you more fully understand the unhelpful relational, emotional, and/or thinking patterns that may need adjusting in order to help you live the life you'd like to live. I will offer support, direct feedback, & coping strategies to provide you with skills and more immediate relief, while we work toward increased insight and improved self-awareness, achieving lasting growth and change.
Hello. My therapeutic experience is layered with an emphasis on relational concerns, problematic personality traits, and mood disorders. I attend to clients with psychological, emotional, and physical trauma and/or neglect. Support is offered for recovery from narcissistic or borderline personality abuse. I am a Certified Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and trained in Domestic Violence, EMDR, and Divorce Mediation. I treat clients who endure anxiety, depression, anger, grief, attachment, identity, and low self-esteem concerns. I assist with life transitions, stress management, family conflict, and parenting skills.
Hello. My therapeutic experience is layered with an emphasis on relational concerns, problematic personality traits, and mood disorders. I attend to clients with psychological, emotional, and physical trauma and/or neglect. Support is offered for recovery from narcissistic or borderline personality abuse. I am a Certified Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and trained in Domestic Violence, EMDR, and Divorce Mediation. I treat clients who endure anxiety, depression, anger, grief, attachment, identity, and low self-esteem concerns. I assist with life transitions, stress management, family conflict, and parenting skills.
Alnita Myles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Country Club Hills, IL 60478 (Online Only)
Alnita’s areas of specialty include but are not limited to Anxiety, Depression, Child Welfare, Crisis Intervention & Stabilization, Grief/Loss, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence and Trauma Informed care.
Alnita Myles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has a strong sense of passion and commitment to this field that she truly loves. Alnita has had the honor and privilege throughout her professional career to join with others on their journey to gain understanding, acceptance as well as strive towards being the best person that they can be. It's Alnita’s desire to foster a holistic approach in every interaction. Her overall goal is to provide a relaxing, safe environment, where you are free to journey toward your intended destination.
Alnita’s areas of specialty include but are not limited to Anxiety, Depression, Child Welfare, Crisis Intervention & Stabilization, Grief/Loss, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence and Trauma Informed care.
Alnita Myles is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has a strong sense of passion and commitment to this field that she truly loves. Alnita has had the honor and privilege throughout her professional career to join with others on their journey to gain understanding, acceptance as well as strive towards being the best person that they can be. It's Alnita’s desire to foster a holistic approach in every interaction. Her overall goal is to provide a relaxing, safe environment, where you are free to journey toward your intended destination.
Carmel Browne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60654 (Online Only)
I am also a certified forensic interviewer and have worked with patients who have experienced physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
Hello and Welcome! I have been a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois since 2004 and have provided care to a wide range of clients, groups, and individuals from parents, young children, adolescents, and adults. I have worked with clients from all walks of life and who present with challenges and concerns such as depression, anxiety, addiction, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief and loss. Over the years because of my experience in a number of fields and have learned to navigate a great many systems such as child welfare, dual disorder treatment, and behavioral health.
I am also a certified forensic interviewer and have worked with patients who have experienced physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
Hello and Welcome! I have been a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Illinois since 2004 and have provided care to a wide range of clients, groups, and individuals from parents, young children, adolescents, and adults. I have worked with clients from all walks of life and who present with challenges and concerns such as depression, anxiety, addiction, post-traumatic stress disorder, grief and loss. Over the years because of my experience in a number of fields and have learned to navigate a great many systems such as child welfare, dual disorder treatment, and behavioral health.
Joyce L Bechtel-Worthy Life Wellness Pllc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
I have experience with, adoption preservation, PTSD, behavioral problems, anger management, sexual abuse victims, grief, relationship issues, anxiety and depression and more.
Life can become hard and overwhelming at times. I offer a safe, comfortable environment and I would love to join with you in a collaborative experience to help you gain control and reach your goals.
I have experience with, adoption preservation, PTSD, behavioral problems, anger management, sexual abuse victims, grief, relationship issues, anxiety and depression and more.
Life can become hard and overwhelming at times. I offer a safe, comfortable environment and I would love to join with you in a collaborative experience to help you gain control and reach your goals.
Maria Potter Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palos Heights, IL 60463
We specialize in helping people who have been victims of trauma (sexual, emotional or physical abuse; assault; harassment, as well as traumatic injuries) whether as a child or in adulthood.
We believe that the most important factor of successful treatment is the quality of the relationship between client and therapist. We believe in focusing on what works to help our clients make progress and move toward a healthy and happy life. We are trained in several types of therapeutic interventions and find that using a mixture of these interventions work extremely well. I invite you to contact us if you find yourself in a place of needing guidance or support in overcoming obstacles that are holding you back from where you want to be in your life. We offer services in English, Polish and Spanish.
We specialize in helping people who have been victims of trauma (sexual, emotional or physical abuse; assault; harassment, as well as traumatic injuries) whether as a child or in adulthood.
We believe that the most important factor of successful treatment is the quality of the relationship between client and therapist. We believe in focusing on what works to help our clients make progress and move toward a healthy and happy life. We are trained in several types of therapeutic interventions and find that using a mixture of these interventions work extremely well. I invite you to contact us if you find yourself in a place of needing guidance or support in overcoming obstacles that are holding you back from where you want to be in your life. We offer services in English, Polish and Spanish.
Innovative Counseling Partners, PLLC
Counselor, MA, LPC, LSW, LCPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hinsdale, IL 60521
We have been trained to work with a variety of issues-Depression, Anger, Anxiety (group and individual formats), Bipolar disorder, Trauma, Child and Adolescent work (males and females), Sexual Abuse, Play Therapy, Family therapy, Cultural issues (adapting to the western culture), and Gay/Lesbian family issues.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward and Integrative approach and have our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
We have been trained to work with a variety of issues-Depression, Anger, Anxiety (group and individual formats), Bipolar disorder, Trauma, Child and Adolescent work (males and females), Sexual Abuse, Play Therapy, Family therapy, Cultural issues (adapting to the western culture), and Gay/Lesbian family issues.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward and Integrative approach and have our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tends toward a systems based approach using behavior methods.
Kimberly Shapps
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW, ICDVP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60657
In addition to divorce counseling, my areas of specialization include relationship and peer issues, self-esteem, life transitions, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, trauma and PTSD.
I began my career as a practicing attorney representing women in abusive relationships in order of protection and divorce proceedings. As a therapist, I use my legal and therapeutic background to provide individual counseling prior to, during, and after divorce. Divorce is a traumatic life event that can have a ripple effect on nearly every aspect of one's life. I offer clients both concrete help to better understand the legal system and what they can expect from the process, while also working to gain deeper insight into what happened in the relationship and starting to heal from the experience.
In addition to divorce counseling, my areas of specialization include relationship and peer issues, self-esteem, life transitions, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, trauma and PTSD.
I began my career as a practicing attorney representing women in abusive relationships in order of protection and divorce proceedings. As a therapist, I use my legal and therapeutic background to provide individual counseling prior to, during, and after divorce. Divorce is a traumatic life event that can have a ripple effect on nearly every aspect of one's life. I offer clients both concrete help to better understand the legal system and what they can expect from the process, while also working to gain deeper insight into what happened in the relationship and starting to heal from the experience.
If your child is struggling with anxiety, behavioral challenges, addiction, abuse, anger, sexual abuse, trauma, divorce, or big life changes, give me a call today.
Many parents feel helpless when their kids are acting out of control or regressing in their development. And, an increasing number of kids are struggling with their mental health and parents feel frustrated because they don’t always know how to help. But it doesn't have to stay that way. I provide transformative child counseling so kids can find relief from mental struggles and I work to equip parents with tools to make meaningful connections with the kiddos for a lifetime.
If your child is struggling with anxiety, behavioral challenges, addiction, abuse, anger, sexual abuse, trauma, divorce, or big life changes, give me a call today.
Many parents feel helpless when their kids are acting out of control or regressing in their development. And, an increasing number of kids are struggling with their mental health and parents feel frustrated because they don’t always know how to help. But it doesn't have to stay that way. I provide transformative child counseling so kids can find relief from mental struggles and I work to equip parents with tools to make meaningful connections with the kiddos for a lifetime.
