Women's Issues Therapists in Bennington, NE
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currently out on maternity leave until late fall/early winter 2024! Do you wish to be able to freely live your life, reach your fullest potential, and to feel fully accepted and cared for in the process of doing so? I would be happy to support you and walk beside you, as you discover who the "real you" might be, and what you are wanting in life. Your story is your story- and I want to help you to own that story. To feel genuine pride in how far you have come, and continue to go. To have a feeling of hope for better days to come, and strength to let go of what may no longer serve you.
currently out on maternity leave until late fall/early winter 2024! Do you wish to be able to freely live your life, reach your fullest potential, and to feel fully accepted and cared for in the process of doing so? I would be happy to support you and walk beside you, as you discover who the "real you" might be, and what you are wanting in life. Your story is your story- and I want to help you to own that story. To feel genuine pride in how far you have come, and continue to go. To have a feeling of hope for better days to come, and strength to let go of what may no longer serve you.
![Photo of Laurie St. Patrick, MA, LIMHP, PC, RWP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4a2ae02c-d162-4729-b548-2f8c637ad4f8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Connection and relationships are what make humans unique and beautiful. Struggles within relationships can indicate areas of struggles within oneself. I provide counseling that is client focused, creating a safe space and the knowledge to guide you in your to healing journey. When we understand how our behaviors are directly connected not only to our thoughts, but also our feelings, we are better able to engage in healthy patterns, setting appropriate boundaries for thriving relationships.
Connection and relationships are what make humans unique and beautiful. Struggles within relationships can indicate areas of struggles within oneself. I provide counseling that is client focused, creating a safe space and the knowledge to guide you in your to healing journey. When we understand how our behaviors are directly connected not only to our thoughts, but also our feelings, we are better able to engage in healthy patterns, setting appropriate boundaries for thriving relationships.
![Photo of Kelsey Ferry, MS, PLMHP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/90e8ace9-e500-4d60-b66b-51bf948ce342/4/320x400.jpeg)
Life is continuously presenting us with new challenges, often causing us to question our decisions or how we will manage such obstacles. This uncertainty can lead to complicated emotions that may seem too overwhelming to manage alone. Genuine support and guidance, as well as a safe, non-biased environment may be the answer to overcoming these battles and gaining a sense of peace.
Life is continuously presenting us with new challenges, often causing us to question our decisions or how we will manage such obstacles. This uncertainty can lead to complicated emotions that may seem too overwhelming to manage alone. Genuine support and guidance, as well as a safe, non-biased environment may be the answer to overcoming these battles and gaining a sense of peace.
![Photo of Cari Dunn, MS, LIMHP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/495d4871-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
"You don't have to see the whole staircase; just take the first step"- unknown. Therapy is an opportunity to get back to the REAL you! I can help by providing a non-judgmental space to sort out personal, family, or couples' issues. Therapy provides a new perspective where you can succeed and achieve your goals. Counseling is an opportunity to use your strengths to solve obstacles, reach goals, and regain confidence in self. Healing begins with taking the first step by making an appointment. Each client is met with individualized treatment planning and a customized modality of therapy to ensure highest possible outcomes.
"You don't have to see the whole staircase; just take the first step"- unknown. Therapy is an opportunity to get back to the REAL you! I can help by providing a non-judgmental space to sort out personal, family, or couples' issues. Therapy provides a new perspective where you can succeed and achieve your goals. Counseling is an opportunity to use your strengths to solve obstacles, reach goals, and regain confidence in self. Healing begins with taking the first step by making an appointment. Each client is met with individualized treatment planning and a customized modality of therapy to ensure highest possible outcomes.
![Photo of Patricia (Trish) Carter, LIMHP, LCPC, BCN, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/24b1e024-74a3-425b-b17b-6f93a97233b3/2/320x400.jpeg)
Patricia (Trish) Carter
Counselor, LIMHP, LCPC, BCN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bennington, NE 68007 (Online Only)
Many of my clients come to therapy seeking support when they find themselves overwhelmed or feeling trapped. They express a desire for assistance in coping with issues like anxiety and chronic trauma, as well as cultivating healthier relationships. Each client and couple I work with brings their own unique narrative to the table. I place great importance on understanding how life experiences shape one's self-perception and relationships, and I am dedicated to guiding clients through the journey of personal growth and change.
Many of my clients come to therapy seeking support when they find themselves overwhelmed or feeling trapped. They express a desire for assistance in coping with issues like anxiety and chronic trauma, as well as cultivating healthier relationships. Each client and couple I work with brings their own unique narrative to the table. I place great importance on understanding how life experiences shape one's self-perception and relationships, and I am dedicated to guiding clients through the journey of personal growth and change.
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You deserve to live your best life – Ellie can help! Ellie provides comprehensive mental health care services for adults, kids, couples, and families from all walks of life. Hang out with us at one of our comfy, trendy offices. Or meet with your therapist online. No matter which option you choose, PJs are always welcome. Ellie is here to help you discover the most authentic, healthy version of yourself. Regular check-ins with an awesome therapist is a proactive way to develop your humanhood and take ownership of your future. It’s totally normal to feel overwhelmed. Come as you are and find a therapist you can vibe with.
You deserve to live your best life – Ellie can help! Ellie provides comprehensive mental health care services for adults, kids, couples, and families from all walks of life. Hang out with us at one of our comfy, trendy offices. Or meet with your therapist online. No matter which option you choose, PJs are always welcome. Ellie is here to help you discover the most authentic, healthy version of yourself. Regular check-ins with an awesome therapist is a proactive way to develop your humanhood and take ownership of your future. It’s totally normal to feel overwhelmed. Come as you are and find a therapist you can vibe with.
![Photo of Laura Dolejs, LICSW, PMH-C, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0e6ba648-a9c8-4cc8-9198-92ff0847ce9b/2/320x400.jpeg)
Laura Dolejs
Counselor, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bennington, NE 68007
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized therapy to adults. Whether you're in Nebraska or Iowa, I offer both in-person sessions and telehealth options to meet you where you are. Throughout my career, I've been privileged to work in diverse mental health settings, and I am deeply passionate about supporting individuals navigating perinatal mental health issues, stress, grief, anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma. I have particular experience working with those who have faced the heartbreak of miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant or child loss.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized therapy to adults. Whether you're in Nebraska or Iowa, I offer both in-person sessions and telehealth options to meet you where you are. Throughout my career, I've been privileged to work in diverse mental health settings, and I am deeply passionate about supporting individuals navigating perinatal mental health issues, stress, grief, anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma. I have particular experience working with those who have faced the heartbreak of miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant or child loss.
![Photo of Rose Kern, MAMT, MT-BC, PLMHP](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d5ae3d72-a92c-4ca1-8705-b73572bfdb1d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you frequently finding yourself overwhelmed? Are you struggling to adjust after significant events? Do you find that you are reacting differently than as you would like to in situations? When you reflect on the support you have been given was it found to be less than helpful for you? Are you feeling lost in finding the right support and often leaving drained? If any of this resonates, I am the therapist for you. As your therapist we navigate in creating resiliencies and transforming your skills for living well. I demonstrate to parents and caregivers how to support their children through play, communicating, & personal music.
Are you frequently finding yourself overwhelmed? Are you struggling to adjust after significant events? Do you find that you are reacting differently than as you would like to in situations? When you reflect on the support you have been given was it found to be less than helpful for you? Are you feeling lost in finding the right support and often leaving drained? If any of this resonates, I am the therapist for you. As your therapist we navigate in creating resiliencies and transforming your skills for living well. I demonstrate to parents and caregivers how to support their children through play, communicating, & personal music.
![Photo of Liz Pierce, LMHP, NCC, DBT-C, COSP-C, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4f2fc3a1-a5bc-40f5-9fcb-26b5d6fa7b52/1/320x400.jpeg)
Now accepting new clients for Telehealth. Success finding the right therapist for you or a family member can be a stressful process. My mission is to make that easier for you. I strive to create a comfortable environment where the client feels safe to process life's challenges. I have worked with youth of all ages, parents, and the family unit for over 20 years. I am ideally suited to provide therapeutic skills related to perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, general mood and anxiety disorders, youth/teen issues, young adults, parent-child relationships, attachment issues, and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy for ages 10+
Now accepting new clients for Telehealth. Success finding the right therapist for you or a family member can be a stressful process. My mission is to make that easier for you. I strive to create a comfortable environment where the client feels safe to process life's challenges. I have worked with youth of all ages, parents, and the family unit for over 20 years. I am ideally suited to provide therapeutic skills related to perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, general mood and anxiety disorders, youth/teen issues, young adults, parent-child relationships, attachment issues, and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy for ages 10+
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I believe therapy provides the listening, understanding, validation, and empowerment everyone can benefit from to navigate life's obstacles. I have experience working with adults and couples from a variety of backgrounds. Many of my clients attend therapy to work through relationship issues, anxiety, academic and career concerns, depression, struggles with identity, and life transitions. I also offer psychological testing services for adults (19+), specializing in ADHD evaluations and gender identity/transgender assessment services.
I believe therapy provides the listening, understanding, validation, and empowerment everyone can benefit from to navigate life's obstacles. I have experience working with adults and couples from a variety of backgrounds. Many of my clients attend therapy to work through relationship issues, anxiety, academic and career concerns, depression, struggles with identity, and life transitions. I also offer psychological testing services for adults (19+), specializing in ADHD evaluations and gender identity/transgender assessment services.
![Photo of Mary I. Roeder, MA, LIMHP, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8a34d543-2821-47e9-b7b7-1669330b92e4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Mary I. Roeder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LIMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bennington, NE 68007
Greetings! I am looking forward to partnering with you toward meeting your mental health goals. I believe in a whole-person approach to counseling that encompasses the mind, body, soul and spirit. I value you, your autonomy, uniqueness and ideals. My desire is to walk beside you, build a strong therapeutic relationship and help you find relief from your distress and peace in your journey. I have many years of life experience that make my view and counseling from grace and compassion possible whether you feel your need is big or small, it is important to me.
Greetings! I am looking forward to partnering with you toward meeting your mental health goals. I believe in a whole-person approach to counseling that encompasses the mind, body, soul and spirit. I value you, your autonomy, uniqueness and ideals. My desire is to walk beside you, build a strong therapeutic relationship and help you find relief from your distress and peace in your journey. I have many years of life experience that make my view and counseling from grace and compassion possible whether you feel your need is big or small, it is important to me.
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![Photo of Wendy K Everson, MS, LMHP, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/79306343-b663-4d2d-9aa0-eb19d4d1bdbc/2/320x400.jpeg)
I utilize a broad range of therapies, including cognitive behavior, solution-focused and person-centered to address depression and anxiety, mental health disorders, aging, life transitions, relationships, grief, caregiving issues, parenting, women's issues, sexuality and spirituality.
I assist adults in healing their hurts and transforming their lives for the better. You are not alone and you do not have to carry your strains and stresses by yourself. My clients can develop a better sense of self, live in healthier relationships, and grow in confidence focusing on strengths to find balance by providing solid, practical tools and skills to support healthy growth throughout the life cycle. You deserve to be part of positive life experiences supported by a companion to "walk" with you on life's journey. Doing so allows you to find balance in the ebb and flow of life.
I utilize a broad range of therapies, including cognitive behavior, solution-focused and person-centered to address depression and anxiety, mental health disorders, aging, life transitions, relationships, grief, caregiving issues, parenting, women's issues, sexuality and spirituality.
I assist adults in healing their hurts and transforming their lives for the better. You are not alone and you do not have to carry your strains and stresses by yourself. My clients can develop a better sense of self, live in healthier relationships, and grow in confidence focusing on strengths to find balance by providing solid, practical tools and skills to support healthy growth throughout the life cycle. You deserve to be part of positive life experiences supported by a companion to "walk" with you on life's journey. Doing so allows you to find balance in the ebb and flow of life.
![Photo of Rose Kirkpatrick, MSCC, PLMHP, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ab19568a-1cf9-4984-a4de-a894f3e5c46a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Some of my specialties are: EMDR, Adjustment Issues, Anxiety, Bipolar, Career Counseling, Caregiving, Depression, Domestic Abuse, Grief, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Behavioral, Mood & Personality Disorders, PTSD, Relationship and Women's Issues, Self-Discovery, Self Esteem, Stress, and Trauma.
Are you struggling with daily living, situational stresses, family issues, depression, or anxiety? Feeling lost or stuck? Need someone to believe in you & you in yourself? I enjoy helping individuals of all ages and walks of life to thrive as human beings, employees, students, partners, friends, and family members. No issue is too large or small for us to tackle together. I serve adults, couples, teens, and the LGBTQIA+ community. I enjoy helping clients with the challenges of mental health & daily living and counsel from a practical & experiential perspective. I believe in understanding clients from their own experiences outward.
Some of my specialties are: EMDR, Adjustment Issues, Anxiety, Bipolar, Career Counseling, Caregiving, Depression, Domestic Abuse, Grief, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Behavioral, Mood & Personality Disorders, PTSD, Relationship and Women's Issues, Self-Discovery, Self Esteem, Stress, and Trauma.
Are you struggling with daily living, situational stresses, family issues, depression, or anxiety? Feeling lost or stuck? Need someone to believe in you & you in yourself? I enjoy helping individuals of all ages and walks of life to thrive as human beings, employees, students, partners, friends, and family members. No issue is too large or small for us to tackle together. I serve adults, couples, teens, and the LGBTQIA+ community. I enjoy helping clients with the challenges of mental health & daily living and counsel from a practical & experiential perspective. I believe in understanding clients from their own experiences outward.
![Photo of Jennifer Mae Martin, PLMHP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d0e24f77-7cbc-45a4-80b7-5879f85b6fe3/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling through Wayne State College that I completed in 2022. I have experience with managing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, women's issues, coping skills development, perfectionism, intellectualizing, and trauma. I primarily work with teens and young adults. I also have experience working with the LGBTQ+ community in aligning with who they are, affirming care, and improving self-compassion. I have provided in-home, tele-health and outpatient services.
I am a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling through Wayne State College that I completed in 2022. I have experience with managing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, women's issues, coping skills development, perfectionism, intellectualizing, and trauma. I primarily work with teens and young adults. I also have experience working with the LGBTQ+ community in aligning with who they are, affirming care, and improving self-compassion. I have provided in-home, tele-health and outpatient services.
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Alana Noelle Roberg
Provisional Mental Health Practitioner, MS, NCC, BCaBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68108 (Online Only)
I welcome all clients, but spend most of my time working in the areas of neurodivergence (autism, ADHD), eating disorders/feeding disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, women's issues, young adult issues, relationship conflicts, identity exploration, and parent support/education.
I consider myself a "clinical opportunist" with an educational, brain-based, and feminist approach to therapy. I value providing clients with tangible skills to manage their mental health while also providing education that's aligned with my clinical mindset & values. Over the years, I have gained a majority of my clinical experience and education through supporting children, adolescents, and adults on the autism spectrum. I have gained a passion and commitment to providing neurodiversity-affirming care to my clients, and education to families, teachers, and other professionals who work in collaboration with me and my clients.
I welcome all clients, but spend most of my time working in the areas of neurodivergence (autism, ADHD), eating disorders/feeding disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, women's issues, young adult issues, relationship conflicts, identity exploration, and parent support/education.
I consider myself a "clinical opportunist" with an educational, brain-based, and feminist approach to therapy. I value providing clients with tangible skills to manage their mental health while also providing education that's aligned with my clinical mindset & values. Over the years, I have gained a majority of my clinical experience and education through supporting children, adolescents, and adults on the autism spectrum. I have gained a passion and commitment to providing neurodiversity-affirming care to my clients, and education to families, teachers, and other professionals who work in collaboration with me and my clients.
![Photo of Sarah Genereux, LMHP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42bc3fdb-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Expertise areas: PCIT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Developmentally Disabled, Christian Therapy, Behavioral Disorders with children; Women's issues; Child, Adolescent and Family Therapy.
Hello! I am so glad you reached out and are taking this brave step. I love working with people of all ages... Young children age 2 and older, elementary age kiddos, teenagers, and adults. I work well in the areas of trauma, attachment, foster care and adoption, behaviors, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bi-polar and many other areas of mental health. I feel everyone at one time or another would benefit from having their own counselor.
Expertise areas: PCIT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Developmentally Disabled, Christian Therapy, Behavioral Disorders with children; Women's issues; Child, Adolescent and Family Therapy.
Hello! I am so glad you reached out and are taking this brave step. I love working with people of all ages... Young children age 2 and older, elementary age kiddos, teenagers, and adults. I work well in the areas of trauma, attachment, foster care and adoption, behaviors, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bi-polar and many other areas of mental health. I feel everyone at one time or another would benefit from having their own counselor.
![Photo of Candace Mizaur, MA, PLMHP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0a258e12-1594-42b4-9e0c-87db9f76d83b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, my name is Candace Mizaur. It is my job to help individuals tell their story and develop tools to use in coping with difficulties. I want to help facilitate growth, healing, empowerment and strengthen relationships with my clients. I currently work with adults experiencing relationship issues, co-dependency, women's issues, parent and step-parenting issues, depression, and anxiety. Together we can explore your past experiences, emotional patterns and core beliefs that brought you to where you are today. I want you to leave my office feeling validated and heard. I look forward to working with you.
Hello, my name is Candace Mizaur. It is my job to help individuals tell their story and develop tools to use in coping with difficulties. I want to help facilitate growth, healing, empowerment and strengthen relationships with my clients. I currently work with adults experiencing relationship issues, co-dependency, women's issues, parent and step-parenting issues, depression, and anxiety. Together we can explore your past experiences, emotional patterns and core beliefs that brought you to where you are today. I want you to leave my office feeling validated and heard. I look forward to working with you.
![Photo of Krista Borgwardt, LIMHP, LICSW, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4487e67a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Krista Borgwardt
Counselor, LIMHP, LICSW, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114 (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, depression, attachment styles, grief, couples intimacy issues, sexual intimacy, childhood hurts, codependency, women's issues, chronic illness, and parenting support.
Are your life experiences challenging, painful and/or overwhelming? Struggling with your self-worth? Concerned about sex issues with a partner? We'll focus on you learning to identify and heal from painful experiences that prevent you from living your best quality of life. In a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment we will address your healing, strength discovery and relationships. Everyone is unique, so I use a holistic approach to work closely with you to create a customized treatment plan. I am here to help you fully recover and have a better relationship with yourself and others.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, attachment styles, grief, couples intimacy issues, sexual intimacy, childhood hurts, codependency, women's issues, chronic illness, and parenting support.
Are your life experiences challenging, painful and/or overwhelming? Struggling with your self-worth? Concerned about sex issues with a partner? We'll focus on you learning to identify and heal from painful experiences that prevent you from living your best quality of life. In a safe, nurturing and non-judgmental environment we will address your healing, strength discovery and relationships. Everyone is unique, so I use a holistic approach to work closely with you to create a customized treatment plan. I am here to help you fully recover and have a better relationship with yourself and others.
![Photo of Shelly Taylor, LICSW, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/876763e5-caed-4518-a607-5799f58d322a/1/320x400.jpeg)
My specialties include anxiety, depression, OCD, as well as women's issues, adolescence, and couples counseling.
Choose YOU! Whether you are a teen/ young adult finding your way in the world, a parent/adult feeling torn in a million directions, or just feeling lost right now. I am here to help you recognize your needs are important. YOU are important! With over 20 years experience as a mental health professional, I would be honored to walk alongside you and help you take charge of your own mental health. My own daughter is on the autism spectrum and has grown into a remarkable young woman. Nothing should stand in your way of getting the life you want! The one word that comes to mind when embarking on a counseling journey is ...Empowered!
My specialties include anxiety, depression, OCD, as well as women's issues, adolescence, and couples counseling.
Choose YOU! Whether you are a teen/ young adult finding your way in the world, a parent/adult feeling torn in a million directions, or just feeling lost right now. I am here to help you recognize your needs are important. YOU are important! With over 20 years experience as a mental health professional, I would be honored to walk alongside you and help you take charge of your own mental health. My own daughter is on the autism spectrum and has grown into a remarkable young woman. Nothing should stand in your way of getting the life you want! The one word that comes to mind when embarking on a counseling journey is ...Empowered!
![Photo of Emily Campbell, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cb33399-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
No matter a person's background, therapy is a place where uniquely painful experiences and the daily hardships of life can be transformed into joyful growth and peaceful acceptance. I help individuals learn new ways of relating to others, develop a deeper understanding of themselves, and begin to see the world in a new light. My clinical focus has been in women's issues and relationship counseling where I help people develop healthy communication and greater harmony in their relationships. I assist women in working through complex issues of grief and loss, and in exploring areas related to personal growth and spiritual development.
No matter a person's background, therapy is a place where uniquely painful experiences and the daily hardships of life can be transformed into joyful growth and peaceful acceptance. I help individuals learn new ways of relating to others, develop a deeper understanding of themselves, and begin to see the world in a new light. My clinical focus has been in women's issues and relationship counseling where I help people develop healthy communication and greater harmony in their relationships. I assist women in working through complex issues of grief and loss, and in exploring areas related to personal growth and spiritual development.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.