Sexual Abuse Therapists in Bedford, IN
Hi! If you are searching this website, you are likely in need of support in some manner. Sometimes life brings issues that can seem overwhelming in the moment or past experiences can seem to trouble us for years into the present. Whether it be symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, or any other bothersome symptoms that interfere with your life, I can assist in your journey to wellness and healing! I have a lot empathy for those I serve. I withhold judgment and I truly care. I've had my own experiences that have also lead to my ability to assist others, especially those with trauma.
Hi! If you are searching this website, you are likely in need of support in some manner. Sometimes life brings issues that can seem overwhelming in the moment or past experiences can seem to trouble us for years into the present. Whether it be symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, or any other bothersome symptoms that interfere with your life, I can assist in your journey to wellness and healing! I have a lot empathy for those I serve. I withhold judgment and I truly care. I've had my own experiences that have also lead to my ability to assist others, especially those with trauma.
Jenelle L Linden
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, LCPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, IN 47421
Waitlist for new clients
Come see me in Bedford, Indiana only 20 miles south of Bloomington, Indiana, or via TeleHealth if you live in IN, MI or IL. Offering services in the areas of post-traumatic stress, cPTSD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, dissociation, and anger. Certified EMDR Therapist. Request an appointment @ http://1identity.care. Telehealth services also available—licensed in 3 states—IN, MI, & IL. Indiana License Number: 39002692A. Sign up for my SHORT waiting list at http://1identity.care.
Come see me in Bedford, Indiana only 20 miles south of Bloomington, Indiana, or via TeleHealth if you live in IN, MI or IL. Offering services in the areas of post-traumatic stress, cPTSD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, dissociation, and anger. Certified EMDR Therapist. Request an appointment @ http://1identity.care. Telehealth services also available—licensed in 3 states—IN, MI, & IL. Indiana License Number: 39002692A. Sign up for my SHORT waiting list at http://1identity.care.
As someone who has navigated the complexities of trauma firsthand, I bring not only professional expertise but also deep personal understanding to my coaching practice. This lived experience allows me to connect with clients on a profound level, offering empathy, insights, and strategies that are grounded in real-world challenges and triumphs. Choosing a counselor with such experience can be incredibly impactful, as it creates a space of genuine understanding and relatability, fostering a more effective and meaningful therapeutic journey.
As someone who has navigated the complexities of trauma firsthand, I bring not only professional expertise but also deep personal understanding to my coaching practice. This lived experience allows me to connect with clients on a profound level, offering empathy, insights, and strategies that are grounded in real-world challenges and triumphs. Choosing a counselor with such experience can be incredibly impactful, as it creates a space of genuine understanding and relatability, fostering a more effective and meaningful therapeutic journey.
Joan Hunter Godsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BHPC, CAMII
Verified Verified
Bedford, IN 47421
I have a passion to help you be who you were created to be! If suffering PTSD, anxiety, depression, or feel stuck, overwhelmed, alone, irritable, and tired. I am here to help. Some people have trouble sleeping, coping, abusing substances, & communicating with others. Past traumas and negative ways of coping have affected you mentally, physically, & spiritually also impacting the way you respond to others and your own negative self-talk. You may have tried to manage these issues on your own, with no lasting results, leaving you feeling tired, sad & defeated. I want to help you stop the painful cycle & gain tools to thrive!
I have a passion to help you be who you were created to be! If suffering PTSD, anxiety, depression, or feel stuck, overwhelmed, alone, irritable, and tired. I am here to help. Some people have trouble sleeping, coping, abusing substances, & communicating with others. Past traumas and negative ways of coping have affected you mentally, physically, & spiritually also impacting the way you respond to others and your own negative self-talk. You may have tried to manage these issues on your own, with no lasting results, leaving you feeling tired, sad & defeated. I want to help you stop the painful cycle & gain tools to thrive!
I offer telehealth and in-person sessions. I specialize in treating mental health concerns in adults and adolescents. I work with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, and family issues. I am a trained EMDR therapist and specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma.
I offer telehealth and in-person sessions. I specialize in treating mental health concerns in adults and adolescents. I work with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, and family issues. I am a trained EMDR therapist and specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Combining 15+ years of social work experience with evidence-based practice models of EMDR and IFS, my goal is to help you heal. Some people worry their problems are too big for therapy, how can talking help? And I agree, we do need to do more than just talking. Just as our bodies heal from physical injury, thankfully we do have an innate ability to heal mentally and emotionally too. So why hasn’t it happened already for you? Some cuts are deeper than others, and need stitches before your body is able to step up and heal on its own. EMDR is like that first stitch needed for the nervous system to be able to heal.
Combining 15+ years of social work experience with evidence-based practice models of EMDR and IFS, my goal is to help you heal. Some people worry their problems are too big for therapy, how can talking help? And I agree, we do need to do more than just talking. Just as our bodies heal from physical injury, thankfully we do have an innate ability to heal mentally and emotionally too. So why hasn’t it happened already for you? Some cuts are deeper than others, and need stitches before your body is able to step up and heal on its own. EMDR is like that first stitch needed for the nervous system to be able to heal.
I offer confidential, comfortable, and private counseling services in an accessible location with plenty of parking. I specialize in family, couples, and teen/children's counseling. I also see many adults for individual counseling on an outpatient basis. I have been helping people dealing with family conflict, divorce, and parenting issues for years and enjoy helping kids of all ages gain a healthier and happier home environment. Working with teenagers and children is a passion in which I use many Brief Solution, Experiential, and Play Therapy techniques to help them. Call me today and we can talk about services provided.
I offer confidential, comfortable, and private counseling services in an accessible location with plenty of parking. I specialize in family, couples, and teen/children's counseling. I also see many adults for individual counseling on an outpatient basis. I have been helping people dealing with family conflict, divorce, and parenting issues for years and enjoy helping kids of all ages gain a healthier and happier home environment. Working with teenagers and children is a passion in which I use many Brief Solution, Experiential, and Play Therapy techniques to help them. Call me today and we can talk about services provided.
Sharon Adams, MSW, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker and the owner of Stone City Counseling, Inc. Together with her team of highly trained and compassionate therapists, they have dozens of years of experience treating all ages and a wide range of mental health concerns. Sharon and her team value, above all, warmth, safety, connection, and non judgement in helping people explore their strengths, challenges, values, and goals and to ultimately achieve the lives they want. Sharon's team has a passion for helping people overcome shame, fear, and insecurity and reach their purpose and a true sense of acceptance and belonging.
Sharon Adams, MSW, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker and the owner of Stone City Counseling, Inc. Together with her team of highly trained and compassionate therapists, they have dozens of years of experience treating all ages and a wide range of mental health concerns. Sharon and her team value, above all, warmth, safety, connection, and non judgement in helping people explore their strengths, challenges, values, and goals and to ultimately achieve the lives they want. Sharon's team has a passion for helping people overcome shame, fear, and insecurity and reach their purpose and a true sense of acceptance and belonging.
Sandy K. Tucker, MS, LMHC
Counselor, MS, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
Bedford, IN 47421
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is a time to reach out and begin to make changes for how you want your life to be different . . . and a therapist helps you find the courage, gather the tools necessary and choose a path to go after it. I have over 25 years experience working with children, families and individuals to assist them in getting back on track with their lives. Specialty areas include children with behavior issues, recovering from abuse and trauma, and coping with divorce, along with all ages of adults wanting a higher quality of life as a result of anxiety and depression.
Therapy is a time to reach out and begin to make changes for how you want your life to be different . . . and a therapist helps you find the courage, gather the tools necessary and choose a path to go after it. I have over 25 years experience working with children, families and individuals to assist them in getting back on track with their lives. Specialty areas include children with behavior issues, recovering from abuse and trauma, and coping with divorce, along with all ages of adults wanting a higher quality of life as a result of anxiety and depression.
Debora Frazier Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, IN 47421 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Seeking therapy is a hopeful and courageous act. While suffering is a uniquely individual experience, making the transition to a healthy and balanced life is an opportunity to discover a true and more authentic self.
My approach to psychotherapy is grounded in a deep respect for the strength and resilience of the human spirit.
If you are a young person struggling at home or at school or a couple looking for clarity, resolution and healing or someone that feels like they just don't fit in, you do not have to continue alone.
Seeking therapy is a hopeful and courageous act. While suffering is a uniquely individual experience, making the transition to a healthy and balanced life is an opportunity to discover a true and more authentic self.
My approach to psychotherapy is grounded in a deep respect for the strength and resilience of the human spirit.
If you are a young person struggling at home or at school or a couple looking for clarity, resolution and healing or someone that feels like they just don't fit in, you do not have to continue alone.
My ideal client is someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, and or post-traumatic stress disorder. This person may need help processing previous traumatic events or navigating a current event. They may need help identifying coping skills and implementing mindfulness activities into their daily routine. This person may need assistance learning communication and emotional regulation skills. My ideal client is motivated to change and desires to grow as a person/couple/family.
My ideal client is someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, and or post-traumatic stress disorder. This person may need help processing previous traumatic events or navigating a current event. They may need help identifying coping skills and implementing mindfulness activities into their daily routine. This person may need assistance learning communication and emotional regulation skills. My ideal client is motivated to change and desires to grow as a person/couple/family.
I have already counseled my ideal client. I worked with a client who came to me in her most significant time of need. She was ready to put in work and wanted to develop. She was diagnosed with Bipolar I and had several suicide attempts. She could externalize her mania and use fitness and wellness to push through her episodes. She is happy and healthy and uses her experiences to help others. My services involve psychotherapy using techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI), with a trauma-informed framework.
I have already counseled my ideal client. I worked with a client who came to me in her most significant time of need. She was ready to put in work and wanted to develop. She was diagnosed with Bipolar I and had several suicide attempts. She could externalize her mania and use fitness and wellness to push through her episodes. She is happy and healthy and uses her experiences to help others. My services involve psychotherapy using techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI), with a trauma-informed framework.
My specialities include trauma focused therapies, foster/adoption issues, depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. My goal is to provide a safe and welcoming space for you to learn about yourself and set attainable goals for a healthier you. No matter the challenges you face, I can help you find ways to feel better and live fuller in your daily life. I work with multiple therapy modalities and populations. I also have a therapy dog, Piper, who joins me at my office.
My specialities include trauma focused therapies, foster/adoption issues, depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. My goal is to provide a safe and welcoming space for you to learn about yourself and set attainable goals for a healthier you. No matter the challenges you face, I can help you find ways to feel better and live fuller in your daily life. I work with multiple therapy modalities and populations. I also have a therapy dog, Piper, who joins me at my office.
Hi, I am Debby and I am accepting new clients. I work with Individuals, Couples, Families, Adolescents, and children. I provide in-person sessions by appointment only and I provide telehealth to anyone in Indiana by appointment. I have worked as a private practitioner since 1994, before that, I advocated and lobbied for social services for my clients, I ran a BB/BS program for kids, and then went into private practice where I worked in Greenwood, IN, and Bloomington, IN. I bring a variety of skills that provide supportive therapies for my clients. I look forward to working with you on your issues, needs, and goals.
Hi, I am Debby and I am accepting new clients. I work with Individuals, Couples, Families, Adolescents, and children. I provide in-person sessions by appointment only and I provide telehealth to anyone in Indiana by appointment. I have worked as a private practitioner since 1994, before that, I advocated and lobbied for social services for my clients, I ran a BB/BS program for kids, and then went into private practice where I worked in Greenwood, IN, and Bloomington, IN. I bring a variety of skills that provide supportive therapies for my clients. I look forward to working with you on your issues, needs, and goals.
Dauntless Counseling and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Bedford, IN 47421 (Online Only)
When you have suffered trauma, you learn early on that you can not say "no". As a result, maybe you struggle with people pleasing, saying "yes" to whatever comes up to avoid conflict, and hopefully, demonstrate your value. Maybe you feel like you can't trust yourself, can't trust others, and are destined to live a life of powerlessness and shame. When was the last time you remember having good sleep? The last you felt good enough? Safe? Whole? Or maybe you are concerned about ailing relationships in your life; be they with family, friends, or your partner? Maybe you want to feel closer to others but don't know how? We can help.
When you have suffered trauma, you learn early on that you can not say "no". As a result, maybe you struggle with people pleasing, saying "yes" to whatever comes up to avoid conflict, and hopefully, demonstrate your value. Maybe you feel like you can't trust yourself, can't trust others, and are destined to live a life of powerlessness and shame. When was the last time you remember having good sleep? The last you felt good enough? Safe? Whole? Or maybe you are concerned about ailing relationships in your life; be they with family, friends, or your partner? Maybe you want to feel closer to others but don't know how? We can help.
My professional focus is on experiences with which we have difficulty adjusting. If you find that you have been experiencing mood swings, irritability, anxiety\fear, guilt, shame, avoiding friends and family, using drugs or alcohol, or suffering from feelings of sadness, contact me and I would be happy to talk to you about what I can offer.
My professional focus is on experiences with which we have difficulty adjusting. If you find that you have been experiencing mood swings, irritability, anxiety\fear, guilt, shame, avoiding friends and family, using drugs or alcohol, or suffering from feelings of sadness, contact me and I would be happy to talk to you about what I can offer.
Andrea Maltese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, IN 47421
Not accepting new clients
No New Patients. I enjoy working with a variety of people and have extensive experience assisting individuals experiencing trauma related disorders, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I work with adults of all races, cultures, sexual orientations, gender orientations, and religions. I assist clients to explore ways stresses, traumas, and significant relationships have influenced them so that they may lead a more full, satisfying life. I'm an integrative therapist and am most influenced by EMDR, psychodynamic theories, and dialectical behavioral treatment. I collaborate with you to develop and pursue goals along the way.
No New Patients. I enjoy working with a variety of people and have extensive experience assisting individuals experiencing trauma related disorders, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I work with adults of all races, cultures, sexual orientations, gender orientations, and religions. I assist clients to explore ways stresses, traumas, and significant relationships have influenced them so that they may lead a more full, satisfying life. I'm an integrative therapist and am most influenced by EMDR, psychodynamic theories, and dialectical behavioral treatment. I collaborate with you to develop and pursue goals along the way.
Online Therapists
Nicole C du Mont
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46204 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with 15 years of extensive clinical experience providing support to children, adults and families in Spanish and English. I have worked with a diverse client population experiencing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, sexual abuse, physical abuse, domestic violence, chronic illness and medical trauma. Do you need emotional support while healing from past traumas? Is anxiety or depression limiting your potential to live a full life? I am here to support you in your journey towards healing and feeling good about you!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with 15 years of extensive clinical experience providing support to children, adults and families in Spanish and English. I have worked with a diverse client population experiencing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, sexual abuse, physical abuse, domestic violence, chronic illness and medical trauma. Do you need emotional support while healing from past traumas? Is anxiety or depression limiting your potential to live a full life? I am here to support you in your journey towards healing and feeling good about you!
I have extensive training and experience with domestic violence and sexual abuse victims as well as couples.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I have extensive training and experience with domestic violence and sexual abuse victims as well as couples.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Maria Papachrysanthou Hanzlik
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Some issues I frequently treat include sexual dissatisfaction, low desire, trouble with arousal and desire, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, vaginal pain, couples conflict, and sexual abuse.
Whether I'm working with children, adolescents, or adults, my goal is to create a safe and accepting therapeutic space. It is within the context of interpersonal safety that the healing process can freely occur. Although I work with a variety of concerns and individuals of all ages, I specialize in trauma treatment, couples therapy, perinatal mood disorders, & sex therapy, serving the Indianapolis area. I provide psychological testing to clarify diagnoses (ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders, autism, & learning disorders). I also provide bilingual (Spanish) evaluations, immigration/extreme hardship evaluations, & FAA airman evaluations.
Some issues I frequently treat include sexual dissatisfaction, low desire, trouble with arousal and desire, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, vaginal pain, couples conflict, and sexual abuse.
Whether I'm working with children, adolescents, or adults, my goal is to create a safe and accepting therapeutic space. It is within the context of interpersonal safety that the healing process can freely occur. Although I work with a variety of concerns and individuals of all ages, I specialize in trauma treatment, couples therapy, perinatal mood disorders, & sex therapy, serving the Indianapolis area. I provide psychological testing to clarify diagnoses (ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders, autism, & learning disorders). I also provide bilingual (Spanish) evaluations, immigration/extreme hardship evaluations, & FAA airman evaluations.
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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.