Sexual Abuse Therapists in Macungie, PA
Christy Yerk-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Macungie, PA 18062
Waitlist for new clients
Areas of expertise include adolescent issues, personal growth, infertility issues, addictions issues, substance use/abuse, codependency issues, child abuse, effects of substance use/abuse on the family unit, mind/body/stress connection and sexual abuse and trauma recovery.
Skilled in relating to adolescents/ adults. Mental health and adjustment, personal growth/ quality of life issues. Solution-focused, brief approach. Humanistic/ strengths-based approach.
Areas of expertise include adolescent issues, personal growth, infertility issues, addictions issues, substance use/abuse, codependency issues, child abuse, effects of substance use/abuse on the family unit, mind/body/stress connection and sexual abuse and trauma recovery.
Skilled in relating to adolescents/ adults. Mental health and adjustment, personal growth/ quality of life issues. Solution-focused, brief approach. Humanistic/ strengths-based approach.
I am passionate about helping clients access their true selves and live their most abundant lives. Whether you are recovering from a traumatic event, experiencing a mental health concern, or simply feeling out of sync, I believe that you can experience healing through a helping relationship. I have specialized experience in working with foster families and children/adolescents as well as active duty military/veterans (and families), and issues including depression, anxiety, relationships, attachment, and childhood trauma.
I am passionate about helping clients access their true selves and live their most abundant lives. Whether you are recovering from a traumatic event, experiencing a mental health concern, or simply feeling out of sync, I believe that you can experience healing through a helping relationship. I have specialized experience in working with foster families and children/adolescents as well as active duty military/veterans (and families), and issues including depression, anxiety, relationships, attachment, and childhood trauma.
Anastasia Katchan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Macungie, PA 18062 (Online Only)
Life can be challenging. Stress, anxiety, depression and relationship problems can affect a quality of your life. You might feel overwhelmed and unsure what to do. I help clients to learn about themselves, heal from negative life experiences, learn coping skills and have an exciting and satisfying sex life. I work with clients who have lack of sexual desire, difficulties with reaching an orgasm, pain during sex and erectile difficulties. I am a certified clinical trauma professional, and an AASECT certified sex therapist.
Life can be challenging. Stress, anxiety, depression and relationship problems can affect a quality of your life. You might feel overwhelmed and unsure what to do. I help clients to learn about themselves, heal from negative life experiences, learn coping skills and have an exciting and satisfying sex life. I work with clients who have lack of sexual desire, difficulties with reaching an orgasm, pain during sex and erectile difficulties. I am a certified clinical trauma professional, and an AASECT certified sex therapist.
I work best with clients ages 18 to 70 who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, loss, trauma or addiction. I enjoy assisting clients who are interested in addressing healthy coping skills, core beliefs, and who are open to examining what they think and how it impacts what they feel and how behaviors can be re-learned. I support diversity and welcome persons of all faiths or those who are atheists or humanists. In addition, I support the LGBT community. I believe that I connect well with most clients and find that those seeking treatment are much healthier and lovable than they believe they are.
I work best with clients ages 18 to 70 who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, loss, trauma or addiction. I enjoy assisting clients who are interested in addressing healthy coping skills, core beliefs, and who are open to examining what they think and how it impacts what they feel and how behaviors can be re-learned. I support diversity and welcome persons of all faiths or those who are atheists or humanists. In addition, I support the LGBT community. I believe that I connect well with most clients and find that those seeking treatment are much healthier and lovable than they believe they are.
Kaitlyn Farrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Macungie, PA 18062
Therapy is a journey you and I take together. In times of pain and discomfort, we have the potential to grow into a stronger version of ourselves. My goal as your therapist will be to create a safe space where we can explore ways to decrease distress, so that you can live life feeling lighter and unburdened.
Therapy is a journey you and I take together. In times of pain and discomfort, we have the potential to grow into a stronger version of ourselves. My goal as your therapist will be to create a safe space where we can explore ways to decrease distress, so that you can live life feeling lighter and unburdened.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with mood swings, or facing challenges with anger and behavioral issues? With over a decade of experience in mental health crisis management, trauma-informed care, & addiction needs, I specialize in helping navigate complex emotions and behaviors. We will identify your strengths and resources, empowering you to take charge of your mental health and work towards a more fulfilling life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with mood swings, or facing challenges with anger and behavioral issues? With over a decade of experience in mental health crisis management, trauma-informed care, & addiction needs, I specialize in helping navigate complex emotions and behaviors. We will identify your strengths and resources, empowering you to take charge of your mental health and work towards a more fulfilling life.
Trauma. We all experience it at some point in our lives. It’s that thing that keeps you up at night. The thing that you distract yourself from by working extra hours, scrolling endlessly on Tik-Tok, self-harm, addiction, codependency. We run, fight, freeze, fawn, shut-down. Our bodies are built to adapt to the stress in our lives but what happens when the stress is too much? When we run into obstacles like bullying, abuse, illness, separation, loss, disasters? What happens when there is no one to witness our pain? We forget about the parts of ourselves that are creative, brave, intuitive, funny, smart, kind, gentle, strong.
Trauma. We all experience it at some point in our lives. It’s that thing that keeps you up at night. The thing that you distract yourself from by working extra hours, scrolling endlessly on Tik-Tok, self-harm, addiction, codependency. We run, fight, freeze, fawn, shut-down. Our bodies are built to adapt to the stress in our lives but what happens when the stress is too much? When we run into obstacles like bullying, abuse, illness, separation, loss, disasters? What happens when there is no one to witness our pain? We forget about the parts of ourselves that are creative, brave, intuitive, funny, smart, kind, gentle, strong.
While I believe there is no perfect client, I always hope whoever I am working with is able to develop a trusting relationship with myself as their therapist. It is my role to ensure privacy is met to build that trust. I believe it is so important to remember there is no grade associated with therapy, you will only receive the support for trying your best. The benefit of therapy comes from being your authentic self and being vulnerable to allow conversations regarding why you scheduled therapy in the first place.
While I believe there is no perfect client, I always hope whoever I am working with is able to develop a trusting relationship with myself as their therapist. It is my role to ensure privacy is met to build that trust. I believe it is so important to remember there is no grade associated with therapy, you will only receive the support for trying your best. The benefit of therapy comes from being your authentic self and being vulnerable to allow conversations regarding why you scheduled therapy in the first place.
Hi there, I’m Melissa Vega. I’m dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where you can just be yourself, just as you are. I believe in the inherent goodness within everyone and that we all navigate life with the tools and experiences we. have. With over 20 years of experience as a master’s level therapist, I specialize in supporting pre-teens, teens, and adults. As a fellow parent of three, I understand the complexities of parenting and relationships, and I’m here to help you and your children overcome any barriers you may face.
Hi there, I’m Melissa Vega. I’m dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where you can just be yourself, just as you are. I believe in the inherent goodness within everyone and that we all navigate life with the tools and experiences we. have. With over 20 years of experience as a master’s level therapist, I specialize in supporting pre-teens, teens, and adults. As a fellow parent of three, I understand the complexities of parenting and relationships, and I’m here to help you and your children overcome any barriers you may face.
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
I enjoy working with clients who want to get to the root of their struggles. These clients would like to gain insight into their symptoms, something difficult that has happened to them or to explore cycles and patterns that aren’t serving them. The clients I see often have attended therapy in the past. The clients I see also often present with attachment-based traumas, symptoms of post-traumatic stress, and difficulties in their personal and work relationships.
I enjoy working with clients who want to get to the root of their struggles. These clients would like to gain insight into their symptoms, something difficult that has happened to them or to explore cycles and patterns that aren’t serving them. The clients I see often have attended therapy in the past. The clients I see also often present with attachment-based traumas, symptoms of post-traumatic stress, and difficulties in their personal and work relationships.
Samantha Pastier Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Macungie, PA 18062
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that in any dynamic, whether it is in couples, family, or individual counseling; in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle it is a journey and every journey starts with one step. The first step is seeking help with a therapist that knows and understands what you are going through. Throughout my work as a therapist, I have worked with a diverse group of individuals in a wide array of settings. Working with a diverse population, I have learned and truly believe that it takes a collaborative approach to treatment in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that in any dynamic, whether it is in couples, family, or individual counseling; in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle it is a journey and every journey starts with one step. The first step is seeking help with a therapist that knows and understands what you are going through. Throughout my work as a therapist, I have worked with a diverse group of individuals in a wide array of settings. Working with a diverse population, I have learned and truly believe that it takes a collaborative approach to treatment in order to achieve a healthy lifestyle.
I focus on helping individuals feel accepted and safe while supporting them in reaching their goals. I strive to help people find satisfaction in all aspects of their lives and to become the best friend, partner, parent, sibling, and SELF that they can be.
I focus on helping individuals feel accepted and safe while supporting them in reaching their goals. I strive to help people find satisfaction in all aspects of their lives and to become the best friend, partner, parent, sibling, and SELF that they can be.
Our practice strives to help individuals, couples and families find improved emotional and physical health, along with enhanced pleasure, meaning, and purpose in life. Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed and want to feel better? Have you experienced trauma or abuse and want to find healing and peace? Are you dissatisfied in relationships, whether with friends, family or coworkers? Are you feeling bored or trapped in your job or career and looking for more fulfillment? Are you dealing with an illness and wanting support? Are you re-evaluating where you are in life and where you want to go? We can help!
Our practice strives to help individuals, couples and families find improved emotional and physical health, along with enhanced pleasure, meaning, and purpose in life. Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed and want to feel better? Have you experienced trauma or abuse and want to find healing and peace? Are you dissatisfied in relationships, whether with friends, family or coworkers? Are you feeling bored or trapped in your job or career and looking for more fulfillment? Are you dealing with an illness and wanting support? Are you re-evaluating where you are in life and where you want to go? We can help!
Suzanne Hastie
Licensed Professional Counselor, BC-DMT , NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Macungie, PA 18062
Are you feeling stressed or struggling emotionally? Are you going through significant life transitions? Experiencing losses? Feeling unhappy with yourself or in your relationships? Is your child or adolescent facing challenges? There is no doubt about it, we can find ourselves in difficult places as we journey through life. Most all of us have to face and go through tough times. As a seasoned therapist who has been practicing for more than 25 years, I know that life can throw us curveballs.
Are you feeling stressed or struggling emotionally? Are you going through significant life transitions? Experiencing losses? Feeling unhappy with yourself or in your relationships? Is your child or adolescent facing challenges? There is no doubt about it, we can find ourselves in difficult places as we journey through life. Most all of us have to face and go through tough times. As a seasoned therapist who has been practicing for more than 25 years, I know that life can throw us curveballs.
Dr. Christine Hartigan (Formerly Haasz)
Psychologist, PsyD, CAADC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Macungie, PA 18062
My focus is on empowering clients on their journey towards cultivating greater self-acceptance, creating healthier and more fulfilling relationships, and achieving an alignment between their personal goals and choices. This collaborative journey of self-discovery and growth is guided by open and empathetic dialogue, allowing clients to live more authentic and meaningful lives. My practice addresses many types of client concerns and I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ clients. I provide gender assessments for medical affirmation referrals based on the WPATH Standards of Care, usually in one to two session.
My focus is on empowering clients on their journey towards cultivating greater self-acceptance, creating healthier and more fulfilling relationships, and achieving an alignment between their personal goals and choices. This collaborative journey of self-discovery and growth is guided by open and empathetic dialogue, allowing clients to live more authentic and meaningful lives. My practice addresses many types of client concerns and I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ clients. I provide gender assessments for medical affirmation referrals based on the WPATH Standards of Care, usually in one to two session.
Debra A Vaughn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Macungie, PA 18062
Waitlist for new clients
Please email me to inquire about scheduling as a new client/current wait list times. I work with preteens, adolescents, and adults. I admire those seeking positive change and personal growth in their lives. It is a privilege to provide support and guidance to people working to better themselves and to connect to others in such a meaningful way.
Please email me to inquire about scheduling as a new client/current wait list times. I work with preteens, adolescents, and adults. I admire those seeking positive change and personal growth in their lives. It is a privilege to provide support and guidance to people working to better themselves and to connect to others in such a meaningful way.
Victoria Terascavage
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Macungie, PA 18062
Not accepting new clients
My goal is to help my client's explore their concerns in a safe and welcoming environment. Assisting client's to develop skills to manage the current difficulties in life and to continue maintaining the progress in therapy outside of the therapeutic relationship. I have been practicing 11+ years in a variety of therapeutic settings. With utilizing these experiences I am able to meet my client's where they currently are and work towards success.
My goal is to help my client's explore their concerns in a safe and welcoming environment. Assisting client's to develop skills to manage the current difficulties in life and to continue maintaining the progress in therapy outside of the therapeutic relationship. I have been practicing 11+ years in a variety of therapeutic settings. With utilizing these experiences I am able to meet my client's where they currently are and work towards success.
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Sarah Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18106
Specialties include: Anxiety, Sexual Assault, Stress Management, Depression, Trauma, Transitional periods of life, Perfectionism, Artistic Minds, Self-Esteem Building, Disordered Eating Patterns, Adverse Childhood Experiences, Interpersonal & Familial Relationships, and Sports performance, among others.
I am a licensed Counseling Professional utilizing a combination of the Cognitive Behavior model of therapy and mindfulness practices, among others. I assist adults, and teens throughout their lifespan, to find solutions to better regulate their emotions, language, belief system, and perceptions of life challenges. Specialties include Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Stress Management, Sports Performance, Artistic Minds, Transitional Periods of Life, Perfectionistic Thinking, Adjustment Disorders, Relationship Conflict, and Brief Solution Focused work.
Specialties include: Anxiety, Sexual Assault, Stress Management, Depression, Trauma, Transitional periods of life, Perfectionism, Artistic Minds, Self-Esteem Building, Disordered Eating Patterns, Adverse Childhood Experiences, Interpersonal & Familial Relationships, and Sports performance, among others.
I am a licensed Counseling Professional utilizing a combination of the Cognitive Behavior model of therapy and mindfulness practices, among others. I assist adults, and teens throughout their lifespan, to find solutions to better regulate their emotions, language, belief system, and perceptions of life challenges. Specialties include Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Stress Management, Sports Performance, Artistic Minds, Transitional Periods of Life, Perfectionistic Thinking, Adjustment Disorders, Relationship Conflict, and Brief Solution Focused work.
Dennis R George
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18106
I have years of experience with vicitms of sexual abuse and rape.
In our crazy, stress filled word I offer a space to learn how to keep your life on track. I am a down to earth therapist. I am solution focused and like to help my clients find the positives in their lives. No psychobabble here. If you would like to make some changes to your life, I can help you do that in a healthy and productive way. Whether it is navigating anxiety, healing from grief and loss, or improving your relationships, my office is a safe place to begin.
I have years of experience with vicitms of sexual abuse and rape.
In our crazy, stress filled word I offer a space to learn how to keep your life on track. I am a down to earth therapist. I am solution focused and like to help my clients find the positives in their lives. No psychobabble here. If you would like to make some changes to your life, I can help you do that in a healthy and productive way. Whether it is navigating anxiety, healing from grief and loss, or improving your relationships, my office is a safe place to begin.
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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.