Sexual Abuse Therapists in Eugene, OR

I provide a holistic, strengths based, and non-pathologizing approach to wellness. I am a compassionate listener and active participant in helping people realize self-compassion and acceptance so they can heal past wounds and make changes in their lives that allow them to fully realize who they are at their core. Through use of sensorimotor/somatic therapy, EMDR and IFS (you can read more about these on my website), I help people learn to listen to their bodies and their internal wisdom so they can make choices that are in line with their values and hold themselves with more confidence and ease.

Traditional talk therapy and medications are only part of the equation! My integrative approach draws from evidence based interventions to treat addiction, process trauma/loss and improve overall mental health and wellness. Get back into the driver's seat of your own brain so that you can thrive instead of just survive!

Embarking on the journey of therapy can be both daunting and brave. If you're struggling with trauma-related disorders, PTSD, anxiety, or depression, or if you're a veteran, first responder, healthcare provider, survivor of sexual assault, or child abuse, I'm here for you. Your needs for empathy, understanding, and healing are at the forefront of my person-centered approach. I'm dedicated to walking alongside you in your healing process, providing a safe space for your journey towards inner peace and resilience.

I became a therapist to help people recover from the traumas they have suffered in a world riddled with abuse. I want to share hope, like someone once did for me and lead others to a more full life when it seems impossible. If you're looking at this now, chances are you're in a really difficult space and looking for answers. I hope that we can meet and figure out your unique answers together, rewrite the story of you so that you can build the life you want.

Laura Chase has over 20 years of experience working with clients with attachment styles that make adulthood difficult. I enjoy working with victims of sexual abuse and substance abuse using tapping and EMDR. Life can be more fulfilling with self-reflection and action, with understanding and compassion. You can heal. The best time to start is now.

Trauma often leaves us feeling stuck in feelings and beliefs that don’t line up with the here and now. Trauma can create feelings of alienation and worthlessness that keep us isolated or detached from the ones we love. Whether we are processing a single traumatic incident or compounded developmental trauma, it is a joy for me to help me clients find a new sense of freedom and personal power. My style is warm and focused on providing concrete and measurable benefits within a short period of time.

I specialize in working with people affected by all kinds of trauma, especially childhood, interpersonal, and vicarious. If you are looking to improve your personal relationships, capacity for intimacy and self-esteem, reduce dissociation, and feel comfortable in your own skin, there is help. If you feel like no one understands what you have been through, this is the right place. There is no need to spend the rest of your life doing talk therapy and feeling like you aren't going anywhere. Those who work in helping professions and are exposed to secondary trauma are especially welcome.

Trauma comes in many shapes and forms. A deeply distressing and disturbing experience in your life can have many negative effects such as feeling numb or like you’re just “going through the motions,” deep depression and sadness, or feeling “broken.” But you are not alone in feeling this way. I understand the power of trauma and how it can destroy you, overtaking your mind and your body. It’s a wound that changes a person. Especially if you don’t let it out. It finds unhealthy ways. The trauma can overpower you and take control. But you can become "unbroken."

Do you ever connect so deeply with a negative belief, as if it's always been there? You don't have to stay stuck with those beliefs. You can heal your trauma with guidance and support. I know that this work is vulnerable and can be exhausting, because I’ve been there. I am willing to guide you through the depths and work through anything that comes up during our sessions. I want to help you get to the root of your symptoms by exploring patterns, so the same stuff doesn't keep coming up for you. I hope you will connect with me and take that first step in your journey towards healing today!

From personal and professional experience I know how hard it can be to navigate difficult circumstances without support- and I’m so glad you’re here. I enjoy working with a range of clients and specialize in assisting individuals and couples who are neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, and/or adult survivors of complex trauma and their partners navigate anxiety, depression, communication issues, and cultivate healthy sexuality. I am also kink/BDSM affirming and poly/ethical non-monogamy affirming.

Living in a society that is both sexually repressed and obsessed with sex is confusing at the best of times. Overwhelmingly we weren’t offered the correct information about our natural urges or bodies, and we are sometimes even shamed for asking. This can often result in low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, guilt, shame, and isolation. I can help you navigate in improving your courage, mastery, and gaining healthier boundaries (that you are worthy of!) in order to be your most genuine self. We will work together at your pace in order to identify strengths and barriers and to gain confidence in making life choices and transitions.

Please Note: The only type of OHP that I am able to take is CareOregon. If you are struggling with the impacts of trauma, abuse, or loss (no matter how far in the past), there is hope. Using a trauma-informed, client-centered, and strengths-based approach to counseling, we will create a safe space for collaborative work and healing. We can also use mindfulness, somatic, and creative therapies if you feel drawn to that kind of work. I have particular experience working with people who have been impacted by sexual trauma; PTSD that feels out of control; family/relationship issues; attachment wounding; and significant loss.

Hi there, I'm Samantha, a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with teens and young adults who are navigating life transitions, grappling with identity development, battling anxiety or depression, or facing relationship challenges. My ideal clients are seeking a safe haven where they can feel heard, respected, and supported. They want to explore their feelings, understand their triggers, and develop practical strategies to improve their quality of life. My approach is nonjudgmental, empathetic, and tailored to each client's unique needs.

I work with people who are coping with transitions in all stages of life. These are times when we feel vulnerable. We may need extra support and a safe place to explore what is happening and how we are responding. Negative experiences and traumas from the past may be reawakened and our self worth is challenged. I am experienced working with clients of diverse backgrounds, ages and customs with a range of concerns from relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, perinatal & parenting issues and trauma. I am passionate about this work and what can be accomplished in a collaborative, non-judgmental, respectful and intentional alliance.

Now accepting clients! I honor the courage it takes to reach out and ask for support! We all have, within ourselves, the wisdom to heal from adversity and trauma in a way that allows us to live with purpose and passion. My passion is helping individuals to reconnect to that wisdom. I offer a safe space for individuals and families to develop new ways of being that work for and not against them in their journey. I will work with you to reconnect to your self, loved ones, community, and nature to facilitate healing and restoration. It is in this place we can reclaim an authentic way of being. I offer a $75-$150 sliding scale.

What I hear most often from clients are, "I've been to other therapists, and you are different. This feels like I'm changing!" When you are with me, you will know that 100% of my attuned attention is with you. I pay attention to what you say, how you say it, what your body movement tells me, and what your history tells me. If you are seeking support for yourself for inner healing from trauma (all sorts), Attachment wounding, Post Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, postpartum depression or anxiety, chronic illness, anxiety, panic, grief, life transitions, or you are in a relationship that needs support, contact me.

**ACCEPTING NEW TELE-THERAPY CLIENTS -- INDIVIDUALS AND COUPLES. It takes a lot of courage to admit you need help, but it's the first step. I am excited to work with a vast array of clients to include those in the LGBTQ+/BDSM/Kink/Consensual Non-Monogamy community, veterans, and those with criminal and substance use histories. I work with adults and on a case-by-case basis adolescents aged 15 and up. If you are searching for internal stability and grounding I would love to help facilitate personal growth in a compassionate and safe environment. My goal is to assist you in moving towards self-acceptance and away from shame.

I believe that all people can benefit from therapy at one or multiple points in their lives. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults for individual and couple's therapy. Common presenting issues that I work with include depression, anxiety, relational conflict, and trauma. I am particularly passionate about working with young adults, trauma survivors, and new/expecting parents. Ideal clients are committed to attending appointments consistently and are interested in creating meaningful change.

I am currently accepting new clients. It is my goal to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where people can process life’s challenges and develop a deeper self understanding. I am here to help you with strained relationships, identity development, depression, anxiety, existential angst, trauma, and more.