Sexual Abuse Therapists in Victoria, TX
I have worked with families and survivors of all kinds of abuse including child sexual abuse and interpersonal relationship emotional abuse.
As a licensed psychologist with 20+ years experience, I've developed expertise in multiple areas including adjustment problems faced by adults (individuals and couples), and family problems, especially those stemming from divorce, blended family, and caregiver stressors. I have extensive experience with psychological testing and assessments and diagnosis, for clinical and forensic purposes. I am dedicated to the privacy and dignity of my patients.
I have worked with families and survivors of all kinds of abuse including child sexual abuse and interpersonal relationship emotional abuse.
As a licensed psychologist with 20+ years experience, I've developed expertise in multiple areas including adjustment problems faced by adults (individuals and couples), and family problems, especially those stemming from divorce, blended family, and caregiver stressors. I have extensive experience with psychological testing and assessments and diagnosis, for clinical and forensic purposes. I am dedicated to the privacy and dignity of my patients.
Janice M Christopher Lpc-S
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CCTP, CTRP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77904
Trauma is overwhelming you and your anxiety is out of control. The disturbing memories invade your thoughts and disrupt your sense of well being. You may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety, fear, irritability, flashbacks, shame, helplessness, depression, closing off of emotions, numbness, sleep disturbance and fatigue. Traumas have hijacked your thoughts and stolen your hopes and dreams of a normal, happy life. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and an EMDR therapist, I am specially trained to work with clients who are experiencing emotional disturbance from unprocessed trauma.
Trauma is overwhelming you and your anxiety is out of control. The disturbing memories invade your thoughts and disrupt your sense of well being. You may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety, fear, irritability, flashbacks, shame, helplessness, depression, closing off of emotions, numbness, sleep disturbance and fatigue. Traumas have hijacked your thoughts and stolen your hopes and dreams of a normal, happy life. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and an EMDR therapist, I am specially trained to work with clients who are experiencing emotional disturbance from unprocessed trauma.
Cameo Mead
Licensed Professional Counselor, DCMFT, LPC, EMDR C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77905
I approach counseling with a biological, psychological, sociological, holistically, and Christian viewpoint in order to help couples, families, and individuals reach goals. I have worked with a wide range of people that struggle with personal and family issues. I specialise in Trauma/Abuse using the EMDR Therapy modality. I am working on my Doctoral Degree as a Family and Marriage Therapist. I have an extensive approach to the family system and focus on empowering people to manage and conquer dysfunctional behaviors.
I approach counseling with a biological, psychological, sociological, holistically, and Christian viewpoint in order to help couples, families, and individuals reach goals. I have worked with a wide range of people that struggle with personal and family issues. I specialise in Trauma/Abuse using the EMDR Therapy modality. I am working on my Doctoral Degree as a Family and Marriage Therapist. I have an extensive approach to the family system and focus on empowering people to manage and conquer dysfunctional behaviors.
Ellen Vallejo Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, TCYM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77901 (Online Only)
As a trauma-conscious therapist, I recognize the profound impact of past experiences on your present well-being. My approach integrates trauma-informed care with somatic exercises, acknowledging the mind-body connection and the importance of addressing both psychological and physiological aspects of healing. Together, we'll create a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations with compassion and curiosity.
As a trauma-conscious therapist, I recognize the profound impact of past experiences on your present well-being. My approach integrates trauma-informed care with somatic exercises, acknowledging the mind-body connection and the importance of addressing both psychological and physiological aspects of healing. Together, we'll create a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations with compassion and curiosity.
Taking the first step and looking for a therapist is a big deal. I hope to be a tool and resource to help you with the issues you are facing. Are you trying to cope with Anxiety? Depression? Do you need healthy coping skills? A first-time mom or even a seasoned mom who needs someone to talk to? I am here! I want to hear your story, your experience. Life is hard and I hope for the therapeutic experience to be productive and judgement free. As an LPC, I utilize the cognitive and person-centered techniques during our sessions. Helping you reach goals you have set throughout sessions and how we can work together as a team!
Taking the first step and looking for a therapist is a big deal. I hope to be a tool and resource to help you with the issues you are facing. Are you trying to cope with Anxiety? Depression? Do you need healthy coping skills? A first-time mom or even a seasoned mom who needs someone to talk to? I am here! I want to hear your story, your experience. Life is hard and I hope for the therapeutic experience to be productive and judgement free. As an LPC, I utilize the cognitive and person-centered techniques during our sessions. Helping you reach goals you have set throughout sessions and how we can work together as a team!
Linda Swanson Ledwig
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77904 (Online Only)
Are you feeling like you need help to improve some things in your life? Get through some sadness, past trauma, worries, or other issues? I am here to help you in the journey to wellness. Because each client is unique, I ensure my treatment approaches are unique to you and we build on your strengths. I offer you a supportive, positive, compassionate, judgement free space with an integrated therapeutic approach tailored to your preferences. The therapeutic relationship provides the foundation for health, healing, and mental wellness. I am hopeful that each session we have will bring you new insights, motivation, and a sense of relief.
Are you feeling like you need help to improve some things in your life? Get through some sadness, past trauma, worries, or other issues? I am here to help you in the journey to wellness. Because each client is unique, I ensure my treatment approaches are unique to you and we build on your strengths. I offer you a supportive, positive, compassionate, judgement free space with an integrated therapeutic approach tailored to your preferences. The therapeutic relationship provides the foundation for health, healing, and mental wellness. I am hopeful that each session we have will bring you new insights, motivation, and a sense of relief.
My life experiences have enabled me to become the compassionate, empathetic and non- judgmental therapist that I strive to be. I am a true believer in the Holistic approach to counseling. I believe wellness comes from treating the whole person: physical, mental , spiritual and emotional health. A healthy diet, exercise, rest, and medical check-ups are vital to staying mentally and physically healthy. I’m an LPC and RPT. I work with all populations: individual, couples, families n children. I provide a safe space to work collaboratively with my clients and together we can work on your goals. I’m bilingual fluent in Spanish.
My life experiences have enabled me to become the compassionate, empathetic and non- judgmental therapist that I strive to be. I am a true believer in the Holistic approach to counseling. I believe wellness comes from treating the whole person: physical, mental , spiritual and emotional health. A healthy diet, exercise, rest, and medical check-ups are vital to staying mentally and physically healthy. I’m an LPC and RPT. I work with all populations: individual, couples, families n children. I provide a safe space to work collaboratively with my clients and together we can work on your goals. I’m bilingual fluent in Spanish.
Samantha Garza
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77901
I pride myself in offering a therapeutic experience that feels natural! I provide a safe and judgment-free environment that allows my clients to express their struggles, anxieties, and stressors freely. My favorite thing to hear my from clients is, "This was so much better than what I expected!". I want my clients to feel comfortable and trust me to help them achieve their desired therapeutic goals. I have experience working with first responders, military, PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, and depression. We can work together to get you where you want to be!
I pride myself in offering a therapeutic experience that feels natural! I provide a safe and judgment-free environment that allows my clients to express their struggles, anxieties, and stressors freely. My favorite thing to hear my from clients is, "This was so much better than what I expected!". I want my clients to feel comfortable and trust me to help them achieve their desired therapeutic goals. I have experience working with first responders, military, PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, and depression. We can work together to get you where you want to be!
When individuals experience severe stress, trauma, and/or loss, life tends to unravel and become difficult to manage. I am dedicated to seeing people rise above their circumstances and become who they were created to be. I use an integrated approach to therapy incorporating my faith is God while utilizing a variety of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, stress management, anxiety reduction, communication skills, anger management, and establishing healthy boundaries to bring about healing, hope, and restoration to individuals who have faced or are facing life trials.
When individuals experience severe stress, trauma, and/or loss, life tends to unravel and become difficult to manage. I am dedicated to seeing people rise above their circumstances and become who they were created to be. I use an integrated approach to therapy incorporating my faith is God while utilizing a variety of techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, stress management, anxiety reduction, communication skills, anger management, and establishing healthy boundaries to bring about healing, hope, and restoration to individuals who have faced or are facing life trials.
Allison Besio
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77904
I have a strong desire to help those who have suffered trauma of any kind and I am certified in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy) for children under the age of 18. My work experiences include Residential Behavioral Health, Elementary Schools, and Child Advocacy Centers. With these experiences, I have gained knowledge of child and adolescent trauma and the full family dynamic.
I have a strong desire to help those who have suffered trauma of any kind and I am certified in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy) for children under the age of 18. My work experiences include Residential Behavioral Health, Elementary Schools, and Child Advocacy Centers. With these experiences, I have gained knowledge of child and adolescent trauma and the full family dynamic.
Chana Rivka Hersh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Victoria, TX 77905 (Online Only)
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Stefanie Thayer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Victoria, TX 77904 (Online Only)
Stefanie is a licensed professional counselor, whose goal is to assist those who may be struggling with any kind of trauma or stress, through the power of play and connection. Stefanie utilizes the power of play, the expressive arts, and relationship throughout her therapy. She understands the wide impact that mental health has on the individual and the people that love them. She views all traumas, from the "Big T"s to the "Little T"s, as equally valid and important, and with this understanding, Stefanie provides all her services under the trauma-focused lens of person-centered, and solution oriented.
Stefanie is a licensed professional counselor, whose goal is to assist those who may be struggling with any kind of trauma or stress, through the power of play and connection. Stefanie utilizes the power of play, the expressive arts, and relationship throughout her therapy. She understands the wide impact that mental health has on the individual and the people that love them. She views all traumas, from the "Big T"s to the "Little T"s, as equally valid and important, and with this understanding, Stefanie provides all her services under the trauma-focused lens of person-centered, and solution oriented.
I enjoy and have experience helping children, adolescents, parents, and adults as they work through life's issues. Face it, we all need more "staff" or "tribe" in our corner at different times in our lives. I believe this can be especially true for kids which is why I love play therapy.
I enjoy and have experience helping children, adolescents, parents, and adults as they work through life's issues. Face it, we all need more "staff" or "tribe" in our corner at different times in our lives. I believe this can be especially true for kids which is why I love play therapy.
Counseling4Life, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77901
We are not your average counseling practice. At Counseling4Life we understand our clients' need to find quality care at an affordable price. Our therapists are dedicated to assisting individuals, families, children, and teens in overcoming life's challenges and struggles, rebuilding and strengthening relationships, and experiencing deeper satisfaction in one's life. We meet our clients in a safe and encouraging therapy atmosphere that promotes laughter and healing for all!
We are not your average counseling practice. At Counseling4Life we understand our clients' need to find quality care at an affordable price. Our therapists are dedicated to assisting individuals, families, children, and teens in overcoming life's challenges and struggles, rebuilding and strengthening relationships, and experiencing deeper satisfaction in one's life. We meet our clients in a safe and encouraging therapy atmosphere that promotes laughter and healing for all!
Yvette Massey - Certified Sex Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
Victoria, TX 77904
Are you tired of having the same argument about sex? I help individuals and couples overcome obstacles that interfere with pleasurable sex. Maybe you have low sexual desire, or pain during intercourse. Maybe you were exposed to the purity culture and your brain still believes sex is wrong. Maybe you have sexual performance anxiety and your body won't cooperate. Maybe you or your partner believes you have a sex addiction. Maybe you're haunted by past trauma and can't move forward. Maybe you just need a safe place to talk about life. I can help with all these issues and more. Call me and let's talk!
Are you tired of having the same argument about sex? I help individuals and couples overcome obstacles that interfere with pleasurable sex. Maybe you have low sexual desire, or pain during intercourse. Maybe you were exposed to the purity culture and your brain still believes sex is wrong. Maybe you have sexual performance anxiety and your body won't cooperate. Maybe you or your partner believes you have a sex addiction. Maybe you're haunted by past trauma and can't move forward. Maybe you just need a safe place to talk about life. I can help with all these issues and more. Call me and let's talk!
Jessica Zbranek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77901 (Online Only)
Sometimes life gets so heavy that it can feel like we are drowning. Whether it is from trauma, grief, the stress of raising a family, or simply a hard stage of life, I am here for my clients through both the brightest and the darkest days. With a license in counseling and experience working with children and adults alike, I try to use both creative and practical means of working with my clients, focusing on making a safe place to work and process in a way that is unique to each individual I speak with.
Sometimes life gets so heavy that it can feel like we are drowning. Whether it is from trauma, grief, the stress of raising a family, or simply a hard stage of life, I am here for my clients through both the brightest and the darkest days. With a license in counseling and experience working with children and adults alike, I try to use both creative and practical means of working with my clients, focusing on making a safe place to work and process in a way that is unique to each individual I speak with.
Auravia Holistic Therapy, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77901
Challenges are a common occurrence in our day-to-day lives, more times than not, they seem overwhelming and discouraging but, navigating through them is possible and attainable. At Auravia Holistic Therapy, we believe when each person is viewed, treated, and nurtured as an entire entity they are able to heal, thrive, and live a more fulfilling life. We aim to provide a guiding light on your path to healing, change and wellness. Our hope is that positive energy, thoughts and actions combined with our holistic and therapeutic techniques will promote mental wellness and wholeness.
Challenges are a common occurrence in our day-to-day lives, more times than not, they seem overwhelming and discouraging but, navigating through them is possible and attainable. At Auravia Holistic Therapy, we believe when each person is viewed, treated, and nurtured as an entire entity they are able to heal, thrive, and live a more fulfilling life. We aim to provide a guiding light on your path to healing, change and wellness. Our hope is that positive energy, thoughts and actions combined with our holistic and therapeutic techniques will promote mental wellness and wholeness.
Valeria Dubourdieu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Victoria, TX 77901 (Online Only)
Yes, therapy can change your life! I understand that it can be a scary step, but it can be one of the bravest things you do for yourself. You no longer have to try to do it all on your own. Through a safe and compassionate approach, I will help you create a roadmap for your healing, inner peace, and self-confidence. And when THERAPY is combined with your FAITH, it can become one of the most powerful practices to create transformations from the inside out. “Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid." John 14:27
Yes, therapy can change your life! I understand that it can be a scary step, but it can be one of the bravest things you do for yourself. You no longer have to try to do it all on your own. Through a safe and compassionate approach, I will help you create a roadmap for your healing, inner peace, and self-confidence. And when THERAPY is combined with your FAITH, it can become one of the most powerful practices to create transformations from the inside out. “Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid." John 14:27
Jeff Goodman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Victoria, TX 77904 (Online Only)
Welcome, fellow earth wanderers to my therapy page. If you've made it this far, you are at the point of knowing something isn't quite right in your world. That means you're above and beyond the others walking through life thinking, "it's fine. I'm fine. We're fine". I'm an empathetic, open minded veteran who also will likely have a cat join in for session. I have many...let's call them therapy animals. I offer a safe, inclusive, affirming safe space. Although I'm a white male, I have years of experience working within LGBTQIA+ and POC populations and am committed to exploring unconscious bias and working in an anti racist way.
Welcome, fellow earth wanderers to my therapy page. If you've made it this far, you are at the point of knowing something isn't quite right in your world. That means you're above and beyond the others walking through life thinking, "it's fine. I'm fine. We're fine". I'm an empathetic, open minded veteran who also will likely have a cat join in for session. I have many...let's call them therapy animals. I offer a safe, inclusive, affirming safe space. Although I'm a white male, I have years of experience working within LGBTQIA+ and POC populations and am committed to exploring unconscious bias and working in an anti racist way.
Online Therapists
Heidi Reddin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78205 (Online Only)
Hello there, I'm Heidi. My calling for the past 7 years has been to help teens and young adults who have experienced child abuse, dating violence & sexual assault. I also have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, loss, and self-esteem.
Hello there, I'm Heidi. My calling for the past 7 years has been to help teens and young adults who have experienced child abuse, dating violence & sexual assault. I also have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, loss, and self-esteem.
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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.