Sexual Abuse Therapists in Ithaca, NY

My group practice specializes in the treatment of trauma spectrum disorders, including post-traumatic stress disorder, dissociative disorders, trauma-related pain, and trauma-related somatic symptoms. Ongoing experiences of verbal, physical, or sexual abuse, neglect, and bullying can lead to these symptoms. Sometimes people suffer these effects because they have experienced chronic invalidation. We treat couples, people in non-traditional partnerships, adolescents who struggle with emotional and behavioral problems. We also treat survivors of sexual violence and targets of workplace bullying.

My group practice specializes in the treatment of trauma spectrum disorders, including post-traumatic stress disorder, dissociative disorders, trauma-related pain, and trauma-related somatic symptoms. Ongoing experiences of verbal, physical, or sexual abuse, neglect, and bullying can lead to these symptoms. Sometimes people suffer these effects because they have experienced chronic invalidation. We treat couples, people in non-traditional partnerships, and adolescents who struggle with emotional and behavioral problems. We also treat survivors of sexual violence and targets of workplace bullying.

Many people struggle with feeling disconnected, anxious, or persistently down, and often blame themselves for these emotions. If this resonates with you, know that you're not alone. I support individuals like you to build meaningful connections with themselves and others, and rediscover the joy in their lives. I bring over 15 years of counseling experience, specializing in helping people navigate the challenges of both historical and recent traumas, as well as major life transitions.

Do you find yourself feeling unstable or broken, no matter what you do? You've tried toughing it out, burying your feelings, taking medications, going to therapy. None of it has been enough, and you're afraid you'll never feel better. You're tired of getting triggered, living through the same ups and downs over and over again, and feeling bad about yourself all the time. I want you to know that your life can be better; your life can be good.

I view mental health challenges as stemming from lived experiences. Family dynamics, traumas, and other events impact our ability to regulate emotions, know and accept ourselves, trust others, and form intimate and gratifying relationships. I believe both the body and mind are central components of therapeutic growth and healing. A main focus in my work has been the body-mind relationship in recovery from sexual violence, and I have also worked extensively with university students challenged by multicultural and diversity issues, and associated feelings of anxiety and depression.

Painful experiences can shake us to our core, often leading us to craft narratives about ourselves based on these challenges. These stories might leave you feeling misunderstood and struggling to forge a strong sense of self, especially when your lived experience doesn’t align with societal norms. This can manifest as debilitating symptoms, difficulty connecting with others, and damaging self-beliefs, causing you to question your inherent worth and identity. Despite what your inner critic may tell you, embracing your authentic self is possible.

I help clients who have a long history of trauma, grief, and loss, experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvement in their symptoms using Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy and an attachment-based, somatic approach to psychotherapy. I use trauma informed care to support you and will work with you to process emotions and address feelings of shame, anger and sadness so that you can better know and accept yourself. I will help you get in touch with your authentic self.

Hi and thanks for reading my profile. My name is Amy and I am a LCSW with almost 40 years of experience. I enjoy working with adults and couples who are experiencing trauma, adversity, anxiety, alienation and depression as there are many approaches and ways to heal. I use an integrative approach and tailor it based on what what you are comfortable with and willing to explore. I always encourage and respect your boundaries. Please email if you would like a free 15" phone consult to see if we are a good fit!

My first experience with therapy, was as the client. After surviving a traumatic event, I sought help from a therapist. Therapy proved so helpful, it was then, that my passion grew. While most of my experience has been in private practice providing individual therapy, I have worked in a county mental health clinic, an inpatient psychiatric setting and a residential group home. At the core of distress, we may find some form of unresolved shame, guilt, trauma, abuse or loss. I am here to provide "a safe place" to process those hurts, while helping you increase self-awareness and gain skills to lead a more fulfilling life.

Welcome! Have years of surviving left you feeling disconnected from your self, the world, and the people around you? Do you sometimes feel at odds with your own mind and body? My goal is to provide a therapeutic space where you feel seen, understood, and supported in charting your own path back to connection, embodiment, and healing. I offer a warm and gentle approach to therapy, blending trauma-specific modalities like EMDR with other models to create a personalized, collaborative care plan that supports your healing and recovery.

Welcome! I am accepting new clients. Are you a student or professional looking for some support? Common issues I work with include anxiety, grief/loss, relationship stressors, trauma/abuse, phobias, significant life changes, and parenting challenges. I enjoy working with people from different backgrounds, and have helped numerous people to heal, reduce symptoms, and essentially have a more fulfilling life. I utilize a very individualized approach, and am able to put clients at ease right from the start.

My practice is focused on helping you from the moment you realize that the ways you have been getting by seem to be causing more distress than relief. You may be noticing imbalance in your relationships, that you are putting off life changes and goals until you feel "good enough", or you might have a lot of fear of things feeling chaotic or not in control. While I address a broad range of concerns, a lot of the people I work with are struggling in particular with patterns around food, dieting, and body image that have left them feeling exhausted, defeated, and out of control.

Nothing is more important than your Self-Worth." "I'm a psychotherapist who specializes in couples counseling, interpersonal relationships, child/parenting issues, and Internet addiction. My goal is to help my clients create confidence in themselves, satisfying relationships, and a sense of contentment that permeates their lives." www.counselor-ithaca-ny.com

Our thoughts, beliefs, behaviors, relationships and experiences shape us emotionally, physically and energetically. By gently and compassionately exploring these, both healthy and undermining, new choices become possible. I offer principles from Behavioral Cognitive Therapy including guided meditation, diaphragmatic breathing, cognitive restructuring, progressive relaxation, and mindfulness. When reinforced with practice, these techniques help to increase wellness and reduce suffering and anxiety. You don't need to know the problem or the solution to begin. You only need to want something to change.

In psychotherapy, we work together to understand the meaning of your symptoms and the sources of your pain. The therapeutic process is in large part a careful encounter with the past in the hope of getting beyond what happened to you and discovering who you are apart from your history. It also includes the exploration of your beliefs, emotions, protective strategies, recurring patterns, and relationship dynamics. From a stance of compassion and curiosity, we put words to your experience and what has been unsayable before.

Hello and welcome! My name is Tim (he/him) - I am a Licensed Master Social Worker at MindWell where I work with a wide variety of individuals and couples. I start from the perspective that you are the expert on your goals, and my role is to guide, coach, and support you in making the changes you want to see in your life and relationships. Please look below to learn more about my specialties and areas of expertise.

Hi, we have openings, and welcome adult, child, and adolescent clients of all races, cultures, LGBTQ, etc. Are you struggling with work, relationships, or past trauma? We offer a safe, nonjudgemental, compassionate atmosphere. We use somatic and deeply relational modalities. Therapy sessions shouldn't be just talking about feelings, but instead having a new experience, so you leave each session feeling different, better. Together, we forge new pathways for lasting healing. While my caseload is often full, I have clinicians available to see you with extensive training in our shared approach, AEDP, under my close, expert supervision.

Someone once told me, "The best view comes after the hardest climb". Many of us have experienced loss, suffering, pain and heartache. Although we don't intend, it can be easy to stay in a feeling of defeat. Finding hope and seeing the incredible view after a journey uniquely climbed is where my passion lies.

Do you often feel like you don’t belong or aren’t good enough despite your achievements? Does dread and disappointment linger as deadlines approach or set in after completing a task? You’re not alone—70% of people experience imposter syndrome at least once in their lifetime. In my 9 years of clinical practice, I’ve discovered that a major contributor to our symptoms is the lingering impact of past events, which continue to shape our perception of the present. These unresolved wounds can persistently get in our way. However, it is my belief that with the right conditions, every human brain has the capacity to heal.