Sexual Abuse Therapists in Lincoln, NE
Deborah K Perrin
Counselor, MA, LMHP, CPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lincoln, NE 68506
Waitlist for new clients
My focus is adults suffering from childhood sexual abuse, co-dependency, trauma, impulse control/sex addiction issues.
Welcome! Thank you for visiting! I provide caring Biblical Christian and secular counseling for the difficult problems of daily life. We can work together and travel down the road to recovery and true healing.
My focus is adults suffering from childhood sexual abuse, co-dependency, trauma, impulse control/sex addiction issues.
Welcome! Thank you for visiting! I provide caring Biblical Christian and secular counseling for the difficult problems of daily life. We can work together and travel down the road to recovery and true healing.
Hi! I am so glad you are here. I know therapy can be intimidating for some individuals, so I am proud of you for taking the first step. I believe a huge part of therapeutic success comes through rapport; I do my best to offer a comfortable, welcoming environment. I incorporate a variety of therapeutic approaches best fit for each person. I have lived experience with OCD and professional experience working with clients who have OCD, including those with more "taboo" themes. I also have experience working with anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief, bipolar disorder, depression, survivors of sexual abuse, and other trauma.
Hi! I am so glad you are here. I know therapy can be intimidating for some individuals, so I am proud of you for taking the first step. I believe a huge part of therapeutic success comes through rapport; I do my best to offer a comfortable, welcoming environment. I incorporate a variety of therapeutic approaches best fit for each person. I have lived experience with OCD and professional experience working with clients who have OCD, including those with more "taboo" themes. I also have experience working with anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief, bipolar disorder, depression, survivors of sexual abuse, and other trauma.
Kylee Stuart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Lincoln, NE 68516
Waitlist for new clients
My work is in outpatient therapy providing services in office, facilities and in home to families, children, adults and couples. General Areas of focus include: General Mental Health; Addiction; Trauma, PTSD; Chronic Pain; Physical health, medical issues; Spiritual Counseling; Depression; Anxiety; Families, Parenting; Physical/Emotional/ Sexual Abuse; Pornography, relationship and sexual issues; Life Stage Issues.
My work is in outpatient therapy providing services in office, facilities and in home to families, children, adults and couples. General Areas of focus include: General Mental Health; Addiction; Trauma, PTSD; Chronic Pain; Physical health, medical issues; Spiritual Counseling; Depression; Anxiety; Families, Parenting; Physical/Emotional/ Sexual Abuse; Pornography, relationship and sexual issues; Life Stage Issues.
John-Paul Witt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln, NE 68506
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience with people of all ages and people leaving & scared of relationships, survivors of sexual abuse, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Especially in difficult times, it can be hard to find sources of acceptance, affirmation, and healing. Often the people closest to us - family, classmates, and co-workers, don't accept us for who we are. Perhaps we are gifted and see the world differently, in a new relationship and scared of old mistakes, navigating parenting or co-parenting, or are trying to better understand ourselves and our past. Whatever the reason, we also desire to be happy, whole, and loved - and especially to become something more than what we are. Trauma can hold us back at any age - creating negative habits and barriers to our success.
I have experience with people of all ages and people leaving & scared of relationships, survivors of sexual abuse, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Especially in difficult times, it can be hard to find sources of acceptance, affirmation, and healing. Often the people closest to us - family, classmates, and co-workers, don't accept us for who we are. Perhaps we are gifted and see the world differently, in a new relationship and scared of old mistakes, navigating parenting or co-parenting, or are trying to better understand ourselves and our past. Whatever the reason, we also desire to be happy, whole, and loved - and especially to become something more than what we are. Trauma can hold us back at any age - creating negative habits and barriers to our success.
My experience working with a variety of mental health issues is vast; however, I commonly work with such topics as trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, athletics, divorce, male sexual assault, LGBTQ concerns, and much more.
I am Kyle Wockenfuss, a licensed independent mental health practitioner in the state of Nebraska and I am pleased you are considering taking control of your wellness. I firmly believe we all have the capacity to have a healthy, meaningful, and satisfying life regardless of the challenges we sometimes encounter. For these reasons, among others, I became a professional counselor and educator. I have worked in a variety of placements, including college-counseling centers, inpatient services, and in private practice.
My experience working with a variety of mental health issues is vast; however, I commonly work with such topics as trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, athletics, divorce, male sexual assault, LGBTQ concerns, and much more.
I am Kyle Wockenfuss, a licensed independent mental health practitioner in the state of Nebraska and I am pleased you are considering taking control of your wellness. I firmly believe we all have the capacity to have a healthy, meaningful, and satisfying life regardless of the challenges we sometimes encounter. For these reasons, among others, I became a professional counselor and educator. I have worked in a variety of placements, including college-counseling centers, inpatient services, and in private practice.
Many reasons exist for mental health difficulties including childhood emotional, physical, and sexual abuse/neglect; physical trauma at any stage of life including accidents, illnesses, and assaults; and mental health disorders like bipolar illness, depression, and anxiety.
At Psychotherapy Associates we specialize in the treatment of trauma, major mental disorders, and personality disorders such as PTSD, dissociation, Borderline Personality Disorder, depression, and anxiety. I have worked at an inpatient PTSD unit, a treatment group home for adolescent boys, and now with Psychotherapy Associates. We use therapeutic methods designed to maximize healing without causing undue suffering or re-traumatization. I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner and offer individual, couple’s, family therapies and lead a Dialectical Behavior Therapy group. I have a waiting list which you can be added to.
Many reasons exist for mental health difficulties including childhood emotional, physical, and sexual abuse/neglect; physical trauma at any stage of life including accidents, illnesses, and assaults; and mental health disorders like bipolar illness, depression, and anxiety.
At Psychotherapy Associates we specialize in the treatment of trauma, major mental disorders, and personality disorders such as PTSD, dissociation, Borderline Personality Disorder, depression, and anxiety. I have worked at an inpatient PTSD unit, a treatment group home for adolescent boys, and now with Psychotherapy Associates. We use therapeutic methods designed to maximize healing without causing undue suffering or re-traumatization. I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner and offer individual, couple’s, family therapies and lead a Dialectical Behavior Therapy group. I have a waiting list which you can be added to.
Alicia Webber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln, NE 68509 (Online Only)
I have significant experience working with people impacted by abusive relationships and/or childhoods, sexual assault, difficult workspaces, and supporting adults who are working to figure out "what's next" with their healing journeys and a more aligned professional future.
Sometimes we lose ourselves when we get caught up in the way we think we "should" be in various relationships, workspaces, and societal expectations. Losing or ignoring who we truly are can lead to relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and general life dissatisfaction. "Losing ourselves" can happen due to traumatic life circumstances and/or years of unrelenting pressures. Let's get curious about your passions, work together to let go of what's not working, and build a roadmap so you can step in to a more authentic you.
I have significant experience working with people impacted by abusive relationships and/or childhoods, sexual assault, difficult workspaces, and supporting adults who are working to figure out "what's next" with their healing journeys and a more aligned professional future.
Sometimes we lose ourselves when we get caught up in the way we think we "should" be in various relationships, workspaces, and societal expectations. Losing or ignoring who we truly are can lead to relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and general life dissatisfaction. "Losing ourselves" can happen due to traumatic life circumstances and/or years of unrelenting pressures. Let's get curious about your passions, work together to let go of what's not working, and build a roadmap so you can step in to a more authentic you.
Sarah E Abegglen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LIMHP, MSW
Verified Verified
Lincoln, NE 68501 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD, domestic violence and abuse, sexual abuse, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Reaching out for help or just someone to talk to can be a difficult first step. I am glad you are here and considering therapy. I am a client-centered, gender affirming, non-judgmental, compassionate and empathetic person. My goal is to help you be and feel your best. My focus is on the relationship between the client and the therapist to make change. I believe when you cultivate a therapeutic relationship based on trust and honesty it allows the client to be vulnerable and make change.
I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD, domestic violence and abuse, sexual abuse, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Reaching out for help or just someone to talk to can be a difficult first step. I am glad you are here and considering therapy. I am a client-centered, gender affirming, non-judgmental, compassionate and empathetic person. My goal is to help you be and feel your best. My focus is on the relationship between the client and the therapist to make change. I believe when you cultivate a therapeutic relationship based on trust and honesty it allows the client to be vulnerable and make change.
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I have been honored to have had the privilege of working with both adults and children for the past 15 years. I believe we all possess and deserve the ability to find a sense of peace, harmony and happiness in life. I have been privileged to work with amazing adults and children and welcome the opportunity to walk beside you in your journey. I am here to assist, empower and advocate for you. If you have been thinking about making changes in your life take the next step and contact me.
I have been honored to have had the privilege of working with both adults and children for the past 15 years. I believe we all possess and deserve the ability to find a sense of peace, harmony and happiness in life. I have been privileged to work with amazing adults and children and welcome the opportunity to walk beside you in your journey. I am here to assist, empower and advocate for you. If you have been thinking about making changes in your life take the next step and contact me.
I believe counseling can be used for many things... Addressing a crisis or trauma, identifying a goal & developing a path toward it, resolving current concerns and even sometimes helping to clarify why you feel differently than you used to. You are the expert on your life. My job is to help you fine tune that expertise and develop skills that contribute to you leading the life you want. I am not here to give you advice or tell you what to do, but rather to work with you as you address the challenges, questions or concerns you may be facing.
I believe counseling can be used for many things... Addressing a crisis or trauma, identifying a goal & developing a path toward it, resolving current concerns and even sometimes helping to clarify why you feel differently than you used to. You are the expert on your life. My job is to help you fine tune that expertise and develop skills that contribute to you leading the life you want. I am not here to give you advice or tell you what to do, but rather to work with you as you address the challenges, questions or concerns you may be facing.
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I want nothing more than to collaborate with my clients in order to help them discover the problems they want and/or need to work on, what strategies would work best to improve those problems, implement strategies, problem solve, and help my clients to build a life worth living. Together, we will focus on the physical, mental, and emotional conditions of your life and I will support you in many different ways to help you grow in each of those areas.
I want nothing more than to collaborate with my clients in order to help them discover the problems they want and/or need to work on, what strategies would work best to improve those problems, implement strategies, problem solve, and help my clients to build a life worth living. Together, we will focus on the physical, mental, and emotional conditions of your life and I will support you in many different ways to help you grow in each of those areas.
I work primarily with adults with a wide range of presenting problems such as depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, bipolar, etc. My early training and early career jobs were in agencies serving primarily children and adolescents. I have shifted to working primarily with adults, but continue to keep my hand in a bit of therapy with adolescents. My background in child/adolescent therapy has been useful in working with adults struggling with their children, teens, and adult children. I also enjoy working with couples struggling with the trials and complexities of being in a marriage.
I work primarily with adults with a wide range of presenting problems such as depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, bipolar, etc. My early training and early career jobs were in agencies serving primarily children and adolescents. I have shifted to working primarily with adults, but continue to keep my hand in a bit of therapy with adolescents. My background in child/adolescent therapy has been useful in working with adults struggling with their children, teens, and adult children. I also enjoy working with couples struggling with the trials and complexities of being in a marriage.
My passion for working with others to find solace in their life has spanned a period of 21 years; both as a therapist & a school administrator. No matter who we are, there are obstacles & roadblocks that we need help overcoming. Sometimes, we need someone with whom we can bare our soul; sometimes we need reassurance that our thoughts are reasonable; sometimes we just need someone to listen. Life does not always turn out how we imagined. I have the background, skills, and experience tohelp others get as close to that imagined life as possible.
My passion for working with others to find solace in their life has spanned a period of 21 years; both as a therapist & a school administrator. No matter who we are, there are obstacles & roadblocks that we need help overcoming. Sometimes, we need someone with whom we can bare our soul; sometimes we need reassurance that our thoughts are reasonable; sometimes we just need someone to listen. Life does not always turn out how we imagined. I have the background, skills, and experience tohelp others get as close to that imagined life as possible.
Individuals are welcome to my practice. My practice name reflects my philosophy to assist in finding healthy solutions to life's problems that will promote quality living.
Individuals are welcome to my practice. My practice name reflects my philosophy to assist in finding healthy solutions to life's problems that will promote quality living.
Throughout life, you may have faced injustices causing you to question your worth. I strive for my clients to be fully seen and held in compassion as we explore your past and how it has shaped you, while discovering ways to reclaim your power in the face of interpersonal and systemic harm. I have specialized training and experience in working with substance use (particularly in harm-reduction), PTSD and trauma, racial/ethnic identity, anger management, self-compassion, men and masculinity, veterans, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Throughout life, you may have faced injustices causing you to question your worth. I strive for my clients to be fully seen and held in compassion as we explore your past and how it has shaped you, while discovering ways to reclaim your power in the face of interpersonal and systemic harm. I have specialized training and experience in working with substance use (particularly in harm-reduction), PTSD and trauma, racial/ethnic identity, anger management, self-compassion, men and masculinity, veterans, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Karla N Wiedel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LIMHP, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln, NE 68512 (Online Only)
The most common behavioral health issues Karla sees people for are post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, ADHD and/or substance use. “With substance use, it could be that someone is starting to have problems and wants to talk to a professional, or it could be a situation where a person has been in recovery and slipped back into using substances,” Karla says. “One in three people will experience a mental health issue in their lifetime. We are able to provide them with the understanding and help they need to feel better.”
The most common behavioral health issues Karla sees people for are post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, ADHD and/or substance use. “With substance use, it could be that someone is starting to have problems and wants to talk to a professional, or it could be a situation where a person has been in recovery and slipped back into using substances,” Karla says. “One in three people will experience a mental health issue in their lifetime. We are able to provide them with the understanding and help they need to feel better.”
Olivia Schmidt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, PLMHP, PLMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lincoln, NE 68510
I believe in meeting people where they are and value providing a comfortable and inclusive space for all. I know therapy can be intimidating, and I pride myself on bringing a healthy amount of humor into the therapy room while holding compassion and working through the trauma. As a therapist, I acknowledge systemic injustices that impact my client's experiences in their identity development and celebrate their uniqueness. I welcome all identities and am active in continuing my education and training to meet the needs of historically marginalized clients effectively.
I believe in meeting people where they are and value providing a comfortable and inclusive space for all. I know therapy can be intimidating, and I pride myself on bringing a healthy amount of humor into the therapy room while holding compassion and working through the trauma. As a therapist, I acknowledge systemic injustices that impact my client's experiences in their identity development and celebrate their uniqueness. I welcome all identities and am active in continuing my education and training to meet the needs of historically marginalized clients effectively.
Life can be a wonderful adventure, but it can also offer some bumps along the way. Starting or continuing any type of healing journey can feel overwhelming. It's so important you can work on this journey feeling heard, not judged, and supported along the way. Through the therapeutic relationship, clients I work with have a better ability to utilize compassion for self and others. In addition, we work together to challenge the thoughts, patterns, and actions that are preventing you from moving forward.
Life can be a wonderful adventure, but it can also offer some bumps along the way. Starting or continuing any type of healing journey can feel overwhelming. It's so important you can work on this journey feeling heard, not judged, and supported along the way. Through the therapeutic relationship, clients I work with have a better ability to utilize compassion for self and others. In addition, we work together to challenge the thoughts, patterns, and actions that are preventing you from moving forward.
I am a trauma focused therapist that is passionate about helping people identify triggers, barriers, or hang ups that are preventing them from living their most fulfilled and happiest life. I offer supportive insights and tools to assist clients in their life journey toward their identified goals. I enjoy utilizing creative techniques and tools in treatment such as narrative or art therapy.
I am a trauma focused therapist that is passionate about helping people identify triggers, barriers, or hang ups that are preventing them from living their most fulfilled and happiest life. I offer supportive insights and tools to assist clients in their life journey toward their identified goals. I enjoy utilizing creative techniques and tools in treatment such as narrative or art therapy.
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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.