Sexual Abuse Therapists in Mount Sinai, NY
I have training in all facets of trauma, such as: survivors of childhood abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault.
I have been a therapist for over 20 years. In my private practice, I specialize in personal development, trauma, and life's many transitions. I offer psychotherapy services to help individuals and families learn to fully express themselves with more confidence, make deeper connections with others, and to live a more authentic, meaningful life. I bring warmth, compassion, and humor to the therapeutic process and relationship. My main goal is to help my clients to feel happier, have deeper, authentic relationships and improve their overall quality of life.
I have training in all facets of trauma, such as: survivors of childhood abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault.
I have been a therapist for over 20 years. In my private practice, I specialize in personal development, trauma, and life's many transitions. I offer psychotherapy services to help individuals and families learn to fully express themselves with more confidence, make deeper connections with others, and to live a more authentic, meaningful life. I bring warmth, compassion, and humor to the therapeutic process and relationship. My main goal is to help my clients to feel happier, have deeper, authentic relationships and improve their overall quality of life.
If you’re frustrated having spent lots of time and money on quick fix programs that promised the world, I get it. Life is messy and uncertain. Does it seem like many of the ways you feel inadequate are hard to hide, especially from yourself? What’s holding you back? Are you trying to improve or leave difficult relationships? Are you stressed and want to overcome the hidden affects of trauma and family secrets? If you answered yes, often the answers are in the shadows. When you shine light on your darkness, anxiety and not feeling enough recede. Then you can reclaim your confidence having a vibrant and fulfilling life.
If you’re frustrated having spent lots of time and money on quick fix programs that promised the world, I get it. Life is messy and uncertain. Does it seem like many of the ways you feel inadequate are hard to hide, especially from yourself? What’s holding you back? Are you trying to improve or leave difficult relationships? Are you stressed and want to overcome the hidden affects of trauma and family secrets? If you answered yes, often the answers are in the shadows. When you shine light on your darkness, anxiety and not feeling enough recede. Then you can reclaim your confidence having a vibrant and fulfilling life.
I have been working remotely since the pandemic. I have not observed a significant difference in the efficacy of treatment delivered in this format and the advantages are many. I am most effective in helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, an inability to prosper, find happiness or enjoy satisfying relationships with others. I work well with men and women of all ages and adolescents. For those who wish to be understood and understand themselves I am a good choice. It is the very act of making oneself known to others that is therapeutic. In so doing we become known to ourselves as well.
I have been working remotely since the pandemic. I have not observed a significant difference in the efficacy of treatment delivered in this format and the advantages are many. I am most effective in helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, an inability to prosper, find happiness or enjoy satisfying relationships with others. I work well with men and women of all ages and adolescents. For those who wish to be understood and understand themselves I am a good choice. It is the very act of making oneself known to others that is therapeutic. In so doing we become known to ourselves as well.
Calm Seas Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSWR
Verified Verified
Mount Sinai, NY 11766
Are you having difficulty separating your training and work (being "on the job" ) from your home life? Is your work spilling into your personal life? Are you using more alcohol than you think you should? Are some of these things causing problems with promotions and relationships? Do you have nightmares or flashbacks related to previous trauma from the job or the field? Having over 15 years in trauma based therapy I have worked with Military, Police, Probation and Parole officers relating specifically to Trauma on the Job. Let me help you to make your home life and relationships better while overcoming issues related to trauma
Are you having difficulty separating your training and work (being "on the job" ) from your home life? Is your work spilling into your personal life? Are you using more alcohol than you think you should? Are some of these things causing problems with promotions and relationships? Do you have nightmares or flashbacks related to previous trauma from the job or the field? Having over 15 years in trauma based therapy I have worked with Military, Police, Probation and Parole officers relating specifically to Trauma on the Job. Let me help you to make your home life and relationships better while overcoming issues related to trauma
Do you or your child have problems regulating emotions? Do emotions go from 0-100 in no time with a tendency to have outbursts? Have you noticed a change in yourself or your family member? Are you concerned that you or your family member are unhappy? We offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents/ adults learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , we sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. We have helped thousands of families to heal. Let us offer you the same hope.
Do you or your child have problems regulating emotions? Do emotions go from 0-100 in no time with a tendency to have outbursts? Have you noticed a change in yourself or your family member? Are you concerned that you or your family member are unhappy? We offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents/ adults learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , we sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. We have helped thousands of families to heal. Let us offer you the same hope.
Does your child have problems regulating his or her emotions? Do they go from 0-100 in no time and are they prone to frequent behavioral and emotional outbursts? Have you noticed a change in him or her? Are you concerned that your child might be unhappy? I offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , I will sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. I have helped thousands of families to heal. Let me offer you the same hope.
Does your child have problems regulating his or her emotions? Do they go from 0-100 in no time and are they prone to frequent behavioral and emotional outbursts? Have you noticed a change in him or her? Are you concerned that your child might be unhappy? I offer a warm, genuine, and skillful approach to treatment in which children/adolescents learn that its ok to be emotional. That being sensitive is not a bad thing at all . Although others may not understand , I will sit with you, listen, observe, and we will ride this journey together. I have helped thousands of families to heal. Let me offer you the same hope.
I have a client centered, customized approach to psychotherapy. This allows me to meet your needs & goals in the most comfortable & effective manner possible. To achieve that, I provide a judgment free, safe place to express yourself without concern about filtering any of your thoughts & feelings. My primary focus is to understand how you want your life to be different and how I can work with you to effectively create those changes. I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities, all proven effective & approved by APA.
I have a client centered, customized approach to psychotherapy. This allows me to meet your needs & goals in the most comfortable & effective manner possible. To achieve that, I provide a judgment free, safe place to express yourself without concern about filtering any of your thoughts & feelings. My primary focus is to understand how you want your life to be different and how I can work with you to effectively create those changes. I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities, all proven effective & approved by APA.
We are a small, private psychology practice in Port Jefferson, NY in Suffolk County on Long Island. Our Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) practice is dedicated to the knowledgeable and compassionate care of individuals struggling with intense emotions, behavioral difficulties, problems in their relationships, and other mental health concerns. Clear Path DBT treats clients across all stages of life, from children (9 years and older) with emotional and behavioral dysregulation, to teens, young adults, college students, adults, and older adults. We strive to help individuals build a life worth living.
We are a small, private psychology practice in Port Jefferson, NY in Suffolk County on Long Island. Our Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) practice is dedicated to the knowledgeable and compassionate care of individuals struggling with intense emotions, behavioral difficulties, problems in their relationships, and other mental health concerns. Clear Path DBT treats clients across all stages of life, from children (9 years and older) with emotional and behavioral dysregulation, to teens, young adults, college students, adults, and older adults. We strive to help individuals build a life worth living.
Are you stuck? Would you like to get your life back? If you recognize that your personal, professional, social or academic functioning is affected by overwhelming feelings of anxiety depression, fear or anger specifically caused by a particular loss (death, disability, divorce or break-up, pet, job, etc) I can help! I help people who are overwhelmed with grief become unstuck and get their lives back!
Are you stuck? Would you like to get your life back? If you recognize that your personal, professional, social or academic functioning is affected by overwhelming feelings of anxiety depression, fear or anger specifically caused by a particular loss (death, disability, divorce or break-up, pet, job, etc) I can help! I help people who are overwhelmed with grief become unstuck and get their lives back!
Life can be stressful and overwhelming for teens, and adults. School, work, relationships, family issues, trauma, life transitions and social pressure can become challenging to cope with. These difficulties, in addition to other personal struggles, can lead to trouble in school or work, anxiety, depression, PTSD, opposition and defiance, irritability, relationship instability, feelings of low self esteem, and other concerns. We can work together to help you, or your child navigate a way towards a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.
Life can be stressful and overwhelming for teens, and adults. School, work, relationships, family issues, trauma, life transitions and social pressure can become challenging to cope with. These difficulties, in addition to other personal struggles, can lead to trouble in school or work, anxiety, depression, PTSD, opposition and defiance, irritability, relationship instability, feelings of low self esteem, and other concerns. We can work together to help you, or your child navigate a way towards a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.
I believe that beginning therapy is a courageous and positive step for a person to take in their life and I look to welcome each individual into this journey and support them along the way. I want to help clients live a life that brings them joy and fulfillment while supporting them in times where it may feel the opposite. I believe that my clients are capable of more than they believe and there is nothing more rewarding than watching this idea come to fruition in a client’s own mind.
I believe that beginning therapy is a courageous and positive step for a person to take in their life and I look to welcome each individual into this journey and support them along the way. I want to help clients live a life that brings them joy and fulfillment while supporting them in times where it may feel the opposite. I believe that my clients are capable of more than they believe and there is nothing more rewarding than watching this idea come to fruition in a client’s own mind.
Elaine Argueta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Sinai, NY 11766
Waitlist for new clients
I would love to help you create the changes you are seeking and in turn find your authentic self. I am client centered and my approach is individualized to meet your personal needs and goals. I feel that therapy is not a one size fits all approach and together we can find and work on the issues that you feel are holding you back from having the life you want to be living.
I would love to help you create the changes you are seeking and in turn find your authentic self. I am client centered and my approach is individualized to meet your personal needs and goals. I feel that therapy is not a one size fits all approach and together we can find and work on the issues that you feel are holding you back from having the life you want to be living.
Merissa Jennings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-R, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Sinai, NY 11766
I work mostly with women who experience issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, rage, feeling overstimulated and overwhelmed. I also assist people struggling with depression and anxiety related to everyday life issues. I am trained in EMDR which reduces negative emotion associated with trauma. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing has drastically changed how I approach trauma and has made a world of difference for the people I work with. Most of the people I work with need validation, insight and support and sometimes struggle with reaching out for help.
I work mostly with women who experience issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, rage, feeling overstimulated and overwhelmed. I also assist people struggling with depression and anxiety related to everyday life issues. I am trained in EMDR which reduces negative emotion associated with trauma. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing has drastically changed how I approach trauma and has made a world of difference for the people I work with. Most of the people I work with need validation, insight and support and sometimes struggle with reaching out for help.
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Amanda Mazzone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Jefferson, NY 11777 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help, so kudos to you! I believe in a strengths-based, client-centered approach in my practice. I strive to provide my clients with a warm, comfortable, and supportive environment to undergo their mental wellness journey. I am a trauma informed therapist and am trained in EMDR and Brainspotting. Trauma can come in many forms such as childhood emotional/physical abuse, sexual abuse, witnessing/experiencing relational violence, and surviving horrific incidents. It is worth mentioning I enjoy working with and empowering adult children of emotionally immature parents.
It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help, so kudos to you! I believe in a strengths-based, client-centered approach in my practice. I strive to provide my clients with a warm, comfortable, and supportive environment to undergo their mental wellness journey. I am a trauma informed therapist and am trained in EMDR and Brainspotting. Trauma can come in many forms such as childhood emotional/physical abuse, sexual abuse, witnessing/experiencing relational violence, and surviving horrific incidents. It is worth mentioning I enjoy working with and empowering adult children of emotionally immature parents.
Life is tough. Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck? I am here for you. Sometimes words are just not enough. Our bodies tell us things all the time. I will help you, or your child, to develop awareness of those signs, and work to identify coping skills to best support you. Art making and creativity in art therapy allow you to break through barriers from the inside out. You may discover an alternative way to communicate your thoughts, feelings and needs. Let's explore the patterns that are no longer serving you. We can work as a team to navigate life barriers and get you back to a fulfilling routine.
Life is tough. Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck? I am here for you. Sometimes words are just not enough. Our bodies tell us things all the time. I will help you, or your child, to develop awareness of those signs, and work to identify coping skills to best support you. Art making and creativity in art therapy allow you to break through barriers from the inside out. You may discover an alternative way to communicate your thoughts, feelings and needs. Let's explore the patterns that are no longer serving you. We can work as a team to navigate life barriers and get you back to a fulfilling routine.
Alice Miriam Marjorie Woodson White, LCSW, P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Port Jefferson, NY 11777 (Online Only)
Restore your strength and resilience. Maximize your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual ability. Affirm your inner greatness. Children, teens, adults, military veterans, their families, substance abusers, and the seriously and persistently mentally ill receive help. I am a certified Gottman Seven Principles of Marriage Program Educator, and a NYS Impaired Driver Assessment and Evaluation Provider. Receive the mature experience of a former preschool teacher, home school teacher, police detective, patrol supervisor, bereavement coordinator, college Psychology instructor, substance abuse counselor, and mental health therapist.
Restore your strength and resilience. Maximize your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual ability. Affirm your inner greatness. Children, teens, adults, military veterans, their families, substance abusers, and the seriously and persistently mentally ill receive help. I am a certified Gottman Seven Principles of Marriage Program Educator, and a NYS Impaired Driver Assessment and Evaluation Provider. Receive the mature experience of a former preschool teacher, home school teacher, police detective, patrol supervisor, bereavement coordinator, college Psychology instructor, substance abuse counselor, and mental health therapist.
Nicole Wallace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Does your child struggle to make or keep friends? Does he or she feel uncomfortable or anxious in social settings? Do they have difficulties communicating with others in person or using electronic communication appropriately? When a child, teen, or young adult is struggling it can negatively impact the family unit and have lasting effects on the individual.
Does your child struggle to make or keep friends? Does he or she feel uncomfortable or anxious in social settings? Do they have difficulties communicating with others in person or using electronic communication appropriately? When a child, teen, or young adult is struggling it can negatively impact the family unit and have lasting effects on the individual.
Rachade Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
My ideal client is someone who may not be familiar with therapy but is open and eager to try it out. The ideal client would be a BIPOC individual seeking support on their healing journey. Someone who may have experienced trauma in their lives and is looking for a space where they can unpack, learn skills, psycho-education, explore, and express themselves in an inclusive environment.
My ideal client is someone who may not be familiar with therapy but is open and eager to try it out. The ideal client would be a BIPOC individual seeking support on their healing journey. Someone who may have experienced trauma in their lives and is looking for a space where they can unpack, learn skills, psycho-education, explore, and express themselves in an inclusive environment.
The need to prioritize ourselves and our mental health has never been more important. As someone who has battled with generalized anxiety, OCD, and panic disorder since childhood, I have intimate knowledge of the turmoil and suffering associated with mental health issues and how it can affect every aspect of our life. I’m also aware that our mental health is a journey of growth, which involves a daily commitment to show up for ourselves and do the work in order to craft a healthier mindset. The awareness we might want to speak to someone is the first step in making a change in our lives in order to better ourselves and our health.
The need to prioritize ourselves and our mental health has never been more important. As someone who has battled with generalized anxiety, OCD, and panic disorder since childhood, I have intimate knowledge of the turmoil and suffering associated with mental health issues and how it can affect every aspect of our life. I’m also aware that our mental health is a journey of growth, which involves a daily commitment to show up for ourselves and do the work in order to craft a healthier mindset. The awareness we might want to speak to someone is the first step in making a change in our lives in order to better ourselves and our health.
Each person carries a unique narrative shaped by their life experiences, and my approach to psychotherapy reflects this diversity. I believe that every individual has the capacity for growth and resilience, no matter how daunting the past. I work with individuals with a wide-variety of mental health issues including daily stress, adjustment, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I also have experience in health psychology, where individuals present with co-morbid mood and physical health symptoms.
Each person carries a unique narrative shaped by their life experiences, and my approach to psychotherapy reflects this diversity. I believe that every individual has the capacity for growth and resilience, no matter how daunting the past. I work with individuals with a wide-variety of mental health issues including daily stress, adjustment, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I also have experience in health psychology, where individuals present with co-morbid mood and physical health symptoms.
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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.