Sexual Abuse Therapists in Bardstown, KY
You've spent years dealing with the memories of the trauma. You're triggered all of the time, and it's hard to function daily. You have nightmares, sleep issues, or you just don't have the energy to get up. Your heart beats fast, you can't breathe, and you panic. You bury yourself in work, food, television, video games, or anything to avoid thinking about what happened to you. Sometimes you feel numb, like a zombie, and you space out. If someone walks up, you jump! You don't have to live this way! You can face the past, once and for all!
You've spent years dealing with the memories of the trauma. You're triggered all of the time, and it's hard to function daily. You have nightmares, sleep issues, or you just don't have the energy to get up. Your heart beats fast, you can't breathe, and you panic. You bury yourself in work, food, television, video games, or anything to avoid thinking about what happened to you. Sometimes you feel numb, like a zombie, and you space out. If someone walks up, you jump! You don't have to live this way! You can face the past, once and for all!
Life can be challenging with many obstacles to overcome. Recognizing the need for change is your first step to starting over and improving your life. From a person-in-environment perspective, I look at the individuals entire environmental stressors that have left you feeling overwhelmed, at a loss, and a need for change. In my practice, I provide individual, family, couple, and group therapy services to children, adolescents, foster care children, adults, families, military families, and couples. Life is tough, you shouldn't have to go through it alone!
Life can be challenging with many obstacles to overcome. Recognizing the need for change is your first step to starting over and improving your life. From a person-in-environment perspective, I look at the individuals entire environmental stressors that have left you feeling overwhelmed, at a loss, and a need for change. In my practice, I provide individual, family, couple, and group therapy services to children, adolescents, foster care children, adults, families, military families, and couples. Life is tough, you shouldn't have to go through it alone!
Melanie Renee Carter-Hack
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bardstown, KY 40004
People in today's society all experience struggles at some point in their life. These can vary from issues at school, divorce, marital difficulties, grief, depression or anxiety. During these struggles, most people need an extra support in their life to listen and help them on their journey. We all look for hope, compassion, and empathy during our darkest hours in order to overcome those barriers life often throws at us.
People in today's society all experience struggles at some point in their life. These can vary from issues at school, divorce, marital difficulties, grief, depression or anxiety. During these struggles, most people need an extra support in their life to listen and help them on their journey. We all look for hope, compassion, and empathy during our darkest hours in order to overcome those barriers life often throws at us.
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Anna Stephens
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, RPT
Verified Verified
Coxs Creek, KY 40013
In this time of unrest, feelings of anxiety, stress and depression are heightened and can affect children and adults alike. I am a Registered Play Therapist with three years of experience working with children dealing with these issues and more. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and am certified in Trauma Focused -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy. My approach to counseling is to work conjointly with the client to help them achieve their goals. I am currently accepting new clients and am available to speak to you via phone or online. I am here to help.
In this time of unrest, feelings of anxiety, stress and depression are heightened and can affect children and adults alike. I am a Registered Play Therapist with three years of experience working with children dealing with these issues and more. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and am certified in Trauma Focused -Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy. My approach to counseling is to work conjointly with the client to help them achieve their goals. I am currently accepting new clients and am available to speak to you via phone or online. I am here to help.
Online Therapists
Susan Diemer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, TAAP, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40218
My specialties include trauma which encompasses everything from childhood physical, sexual, and emotional abuse or neglect, physical/sexual assault, accidents, domestic violence, and human trafficking - to trauma others may not even recognize as “traumatic,” but if it negatively impacts you, it’s trauma! .
TRUST – It’s a simple word, but for those who have been hurt – physically, sexually, emotionally, or spiritually – it’s far from simple to do. Trust is not something I will expect from you initially, but something I will feel honored to earn, as our therapeutic alliance grows and we celebrate together the courage it took for you to seek therapy. I can help you discover what you would like your life to become, even if that sounds impossible right now. I am an LCSW with experience in working with adults and children. I believe individual change can break cycles of abuse and promote parenting styles to build up future generations.
My specialties include trauma which encompasses everything from childhood physical, sexual, and emotional abuse or neglect, physical/sexual assault, accidents, domestic violence, and human trafficking - to trauma others may not even recognize as “traumatic,” but if it negatively impacts you, it’s trauma! .
TRUST – It’s a simple word, but for those who have been hurt – physically, sexually, emotionally, or spiritually – it’s far from simple to do. Trust is not something I will expect from you initially, but something I will feel honored to earn, as our therapeutic alliance grows and we celebrate together the courage it took for you to seek therapy. I can help you discover what you would like your life to become, even if that sounds impossible right now. I am an LCSW with experience in working with adults and children. I believe individual change can break cycles of abuse and promote parenting styles to build up future generations.
Amber Madden
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, CEDS, CFMHE
Verified Verified
London, KY 40741 (Online Only)
I also have extensive experience in working with trauma issues for children and adults, both sexual abuse and physical abuse.
Currently not accepting new clients. (For a faster response, please email or send a message.) I want to personally congratulate you on taking this important step in considering mental health therapy for whatever your needs may be. Ordinarily, we do not arrive at this point during times when things are going well. It is the times we are in pain, confused, scared, anxious or worried that brings us to seeking out mental health care. Please know that I want to help you at whatever stage you are in your journey.
I also have extensive experience in working with trauma issues for children and adults, both sexual abuse and physical abuse.
Currently not accepting new clients. (For a faster response, please email or send a message.) I want to personally congratulate you on taking this important step in considering mental health therapy for whatever your needs may be. Ordinarily, we do not arrive at this point during times when things are going well. It is the times we are in pain, confused, scared, anxious or worried that brings us to seeking out mental health care. Please know that I want to help you at whatever stage you are in your journey.
Elzaba Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40507
Over the years, my life experiences have created a deep curiosity within me about the narratives and stories of people. My own counseling journey was transformational and this led me to becoming a therapist in the hopes of walking alongside the powerful stories and narratives of my clients. My past work with clients have included navigating issues of depression, self-esteem, anxiety, eating disorders, life transitions, relationships, obsessive compulsive disorder, sexual abuse and trauma.
Over the years, my life experiences have created a deep curiosity within me about the narratives and stories of people. My own counseling journey was transformational and this led me to becoming a therapist in the hopes of walking alongside the powerful stories and narratives of my clients. My past work with clients have included navigating issues of depression, self-esteem, anxiety, eating disorders, life transitions, relationships, obsessive compulsive disorder, sexual abuse and trauma.
Leeann Hayslett (She-Her)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40503
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Leeann, I obtained my Master's in Social Work from the University of Kentucky in 2002. I've spent the last 18 years working with adolescents and adults who have experienced gender based violence, abuse and assault. I have a non-judgmental, collaborative approach to working with people. I offer interventions for individuals who struggle with issues including trauma, low self-image, sexual abuse, domestic violence, depression, anger, anxiety, relational problems, shame and PTSD. In addition, I am also retired from the military with 3 years Active and 17 years in the Reserves. I will ALWAYS support a Soldier!
My name is Leeann, I obtained my Master's in Social Work from the University of Kentucky in 2002. I've spent the last 18 years working with adolescents and adults who have experienced gender based violence, abuse and assault. I have a non-judgmental, collaborative approach to working with people. I offer interventions for individuals who struggle with issues including trauma, low self-image, sexual abuse, domestic violence, depression, anger, anxiety, relational problems, shame and PTSD. In addition, I am also retired from the military with 3 years Active and 17 years in the Reserves. I will ALWAYS support a Soldier!
Sara J Brewer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40206 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Masters from University of Louisville in 2016. I have worked in community mental health for a number of years as well as in residential settings with teens and survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Masters from University of Louisville in 2016. I have worked in community mental health for a number of years as well as in residential settings with teens and survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence.
New Frontiers: Clinical Counseling
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Corbin, KY 40701
I have spent a great deal of my career working specifically with children, teens and their families addressing various issues from school behavior problems, to grief, trauma and sexual abuse.
I offer professional counseling services for individuals, couples, and families to help them move beyond problems and find solutions for lasting change. I have over 14 years of hands on experience in the mental health field working with clients of all ages facing a vast array of life problems relating to: Substance abuse, Mental health, Couples and Families, Behavioral and Developmental, Career and Academic issues. If you or your family are experiencing problems and are seeking to be treated by a fully licensed and highly trained professional therapist contact me today for a free consultation.
I have spent a great deal of my career working specifically with children, teens and their families addressing various issues from school behavior problems, to grief, trauma and sexual abuse.
I offer professional counseling services for individuals, couples, and families to help them move beyond problems and find solutions for lasting change. I have over 14 years of hands on experience in the mental health field working with clients of all ages facing a vast array of life problems relating to: Substance abuse, Mental health, Couples and Families, Behavioral and Developmental, Career and Academic issues. If you or your family are experiencing problems and are seeking to be treated by a fully licensed and highly trained professional therapist contact me today for a free consultation.
Dr. Pat Peacock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40503
I began my career working with chronic pain patients in a multidisciplinary setting. My career has included helping clients with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and adult children issues including emotional, psychological, physical, and sexual abuse. Most recently, I worked with veterans with PTSD from combat, sexual trauma, and other military related trauma issues. I have extensive experience helping trauma survivors recover from their experiences.
I began my career working with chronic pain patients in a multidisciplinary setting. My career has included helping clients with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and adult children issues including emotional, psychological, physical, and sexual abuse. Most recently, I worked with veterans with PTSD from combat, sexual trauma, and other military related trauma issues. I have extensive experience helping trauma survivors recover from their experiences.
Chad Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owensboro, KY 42303 (Online Only)
Chad also has significant experience working with adults who have experienced physical/ sexual abuse, marital problems, personality disorders, agoraphobia, sleep issues, and adjustment disorders.
I fully believe that we all have the ability to be better, in many ways. We can learn to adjust , adapt, change, and be in control. We can learn to control our emotions, behaviors, actions, and thoughts. Awareness and mindfulness is attainable, we can learn this, and thus control the outcomes of our lives. We can't control the world around us, but we can control ourselves, and therefore, dictate how we live our lives, happy, and fulfilled. I earned a Bachelor and Master of Social Work degree from the University of Kentucky from years 1996-2001. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Kentucky.
Chad also has significant experience working with adults who have experienced physical/ sexual abuse, marital problems, personality disorders, agoraphobia, sleep issues, and adjustment disorders.
I fully believe that we all have the ability to be better, in many ways. We can learn to adjust , adapt, change, and be in control. We can learn to control our emotions, behaviors, actions, and thoughts. Awareness and mindfulness is attainable, we can learn this, and thus control the outcomes of our lives. We can't control the world around us, but we can control ourselves, and therefore, dictate how we live our lives, happy, and fulfilled. I earned a Bachelor and Master of Social Work degree from the University of Kentucky from years 1996-2001. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Kentucky.
New Hope Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40223
I am skilled in responding to rape, sexual assault, and domestic violence survivors.
I enjoy partnering with people as they make changes in their lives. I recently helped satisfied clients have significantly lowered depression levels, reduced panic attacks, let go of disturbing memories from childhood victimization, learn to successfully manage stressful work situations, speak up for themselves with families & friends, begin new romantic relationships, strengthen their partner relationships, and become more effective and loving parents, among many, many more exciting life ventures.
I am skilled in responding to rape, sexual assault, and domestic violence survivors.
I enjoy partnering with people as they make changes in their lives. I recently helped satisfied clients have significantly lowered depression levels, reduced panic attacks, let go of disturbing memories from childhood victimization, learn to successfully manage stressful work situations, speak up for themselves with families & friends, begin new romantic relationships, strengthen their partner relationships, and become more effective and loving parents, among many, many more exciting life ventures.
Jessica Purvis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frankfort, KY 40601 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in a private practice setting at Lexington Counseling and Psychiatry. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy for children (10yo+), adolescents, and adults. I specialize in working with traumatic events including domestic violence, emotional abuse, neglect, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. I also provide an array of different therapy services including treatment for anxiety, depression, oppositional defiant disorder, personality disorders, etc. My ideal client is an individual motivated for change and willing to do something different!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in a private practice setting at Lexington Counseling and Psychiatry. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy for children (10yo+), adolescents, and adults. I specialize in working with traumatic events including domestic violence, emotional abuse, neglect, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. I also provide an array of different therapy services including treatment for anxiety, depression, oppositional defiant disorder, personality disorders, etc. My ideal client is an individual motivated for change and willing to do something different!
Lindsey Saltzman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40207 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with trauma survivors - specifically first responders, front-line medical professionals, and domestic violence/sexual assault survivors.
Are you a first responder who's work has made you start hating the job? Are you a trauma survivor who wants to silence the ghosts? At Equinox Counseling and Consulting, LLC, my ambition is to expand mental health services through direct clinical services, community awareness, and education. I focus heavily on trauma services (including EMDR) and accept new clients on a case-by-case basis so I can provide the best care for the clients I serve.
I specialize in working with trauma survivors - specifically first responders, front-line medical professionals, and domestic violence/sexual assault survivors.
Are you a first responder who's work has made you start hating the job? Are you a trauma survivor who wants to silence the ghosts? At Equinox Counseling and Consulting, LLC, my ambition is to expand mental health services through direct clinical services, community awareness, and education. I focus heavily on trauma services (including EMDR) and accept new clients on a case-by-case basis so I can provide the best care for the clients I serve.
Dine Integrative Teletherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40206
Waitlist for new clients
I have specialized training for PTSD for trauma, anxiety, obesity, sexual abuse and psychedelic integration.
Virtual practice only! APIT licensed to provide teletherapy in: AL, AZ, AR, CO, DE, DC, GA, ID, IN, IL, KY, ME, MD, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WV, SC, ND, RI, MA. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who is well trained to work with a variety of problems in a holistic way. My goal with clients is integrated healing for authentic living. I have over 25 years of experience helping adults overcome difficulties such as trauma/PTSD, obesity/food addiction, sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, women's issues and grief. 200+ hr Certificate in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy and KAP. Private pay only/OON
I have specialized training for PTSD for trauma, anxiety, obesity, sexual abuse and psychedelic integration.
Virtual practice only! APIT licensed to provide teletherapy in: AL, AZ, AR, CO, DE, DC, GA, ID, IN, IL, KY, ME, MD, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WV, SC, ND, RI, MA. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who is well trained to work with a variety of problems in a holistic way. My goal with clients is integrated healing for authentic living. I have over 25 years of experience helping adults overcome difficulties such as trauma/PTSD, obesity/food addiction, sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, women's issues and grief. 200+ hr Certificate in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy and KAP. Private pay only/OON
Amy E Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207 (Online Only)
I work primarily with folks who have experienced trauma, mainly sexual assault and domestic violence.
Clients who come to me are people that have experienced very heavy things, and need a quiet place to unpack that. I believe that the person seeking therapy is the driver of change, and I help them navigate obstacles as they happen. Their goals are to figure out who they are now, and how they react to the changes that have happened after trauma. They want to challenged, and they want support as they take next steps.
I work primarily with folks who have experienced trauma, mainly sexual assault and domestic violence.
Clients who come to me are people that have experienced very heavy things, and need a quiet place to unpack that. I believe that the person seeking therapy is the driver of change, and I help them navigate obstacles as they happen. Their goals are to figure out who they are now, and how they react to the changes that have happened after trauma. They want to challenged, and they want support as they take next steps.
Erica Myers
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Prospect, KY 40059
Hi! I’m Erica Myers, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. I have eighteen years of experience in the mental health field, ranging from domestic violence, residential substance abuse, inpatient care, child sexual abuse, and outpatient therapy. I work with children, teens, adults, and families.
Hi! I’m Erica Myers, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor-Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. I have eighteen years of experience in the mental health field, ranging from domestic violence, residential substance abuse, inpatient care, child sexual abuse, and outpatient therapy. I work with children, teens, adults, and families.
Jill R.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40214
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with in children/adolescents/young adults who struggle with traumatic experiences especially sexual abuse and domestic violence, depression, anxiety, and loss of ability to control anger impulses. Ideally, I want each client I work with to leave with a sense of hope for the future. I come from a person centered, trauma informed, and strengths based approach to help you on your journey of growth.
I specialize in working with in children/adolescents/young adults who struggle with traumatic experiences especially sexual abuse and domestic violence, depression, anxiety, and loss of ability to control anger impulses. Ideally, I want each client I work with to leave with a sense of hope for the future. I come from a person centered, trauma informed, and strengths based approach to help you on your journey of growth.
Joan Lawhorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40504 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with clients suffering with substance use disorders, trafficking victims, sexual abuse survivors, adoptive parents and children, CPS parents and children, depression and anxiety sufferers and those caring for elderly parents to name a few.
I have been a social worker for over 20 years and look forward to assisting you in your journey to healing, acceptance, forgiveness, and peace of mind.
I specialize in working with clients suffering with substance use disorders, trafficking victims, sexual abuse survivors, adoptive parents and children, CPS parents and children, depression and anxiety sufferers and those caring for elderly parents to name a few.
I have been a social worker for over 20 years and look forward to assisting you in your journey to healing, acceptance, forgiveness, and peace of mind.
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Sexual Abuse Therapists
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.