Sexual Abuse Treatment Centers in Las Vegas, NV

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First Dawn Recovery Veterans Program
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89117
Many veterans have experienced a range of potentially traumatic events, such as combat, witnessing violence, childhood trauma or experiencing sexual assault, which can have lasting effects on their mental health.
Veterans make immense sacrifices to serve their country. But when they return home, they sometimes carry invisible scars with them. Substance addiction, mental health challenges, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are prevalent among many returning veterans. If you or someone you know is a veteran grappling with these issues, know that comprehensive and compassionate care tailored for veterans is available at First Dawn Recovery.
Many veterans have experienced a range of potentially traumatic events, such as combat, witnessing violence, childhood trauma or experiencing sexual assault, which can have lasting effects on their mental health.
Veterans make immense sacrifices to serve their country. But when they return home, they sometimes carry invisible scars with them. Substance addiction, mental health challenges, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) are prevalent among many returning veterans. If you or someone you know is a veteran grappling with these issues, know that comprehensive and compassionate care tailored for veterans is available at First Dawn Recovery.
(702) 803-9282 View (702) 803-9282
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Legacy Health and Wellness
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89128
Legacy Provides the Following Services: Comprehensive Clinical Assessments + Individual Therapy + Family Therapy + Group Therapy + Domestic Violence Education + Impact of Physical and Sexual Abuse on Children + Supervised Therapeutic Visits + Parenting/Co-Parenting + Psychosocial Rehabilitation + Basic Skills Training + Substance Abuse Counseling + Family Preservation + Family Reunification Support Services + Crisis Intervention Services + Nursing Facility Behavioral Intervention Services + Referral and Resource Services.
Legacy Health and Wellness began as a seed planted by a team of dedicated professionals who share the belief that healing and growth has the power to change the entire legacy of a family. We have a client centered focus that uses a team approach within the agency as well as with our community partners to assist clients in making changes in their lives. Our therapists include Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, Certified Professional Counselors, and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors. All have years of experience working with our diverse population. At Legacy, therapists work closely with Basic Skills and Psychosocial Rehabilitation providers to ensure the therapeutic process is complimented by our behavioral health services. Legacy is committed to providing quality, professional care. We are committed to meeting people where they are in their lives with a spirit of respect and acceptance. Legacy's mission is to provide quality Mental and Behavioral Health Services to children, adults, and families in our community. Legacy understands the challenges people face during the span of a lifetime and supports each individual in the process of growing and healing emotionally, physically, behaviorally, and socially to overcome these challenges.
Legacy Provides the Following Services: Comprehensive Clinical Assessments + Individual Therapy + Family Therapy + Group Therapy + Domestic Violence Education + Impact of Physical and Sexual Abuse on Children + Supervised Therapeutic Visits + Parenting/Co-Parenting + Psychosocial Rehabilitation + Basic Skills Training + Substance Abuse Counseling + Family Preservation + Family Reunification Support Services + Crisis Intervention Services + Nursing Facility Behavioral Intervention Services + Referral and Resource Services.
Legacy Health and Wellness began as a seed planted by a team of dedicated professionals who share the belief that healing and growth has the power to change the entire legacy of a family. We have a client centered focus that uses a team approach within the agency as well as with our community partners to assist clients in making changes in their lives. Our therapists include Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, Certified Professional Counselors, and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors. All have years of experience working with our diverse population. At Legacy, therapists work closely with Basic Skills and Psychosocial Rehabilitation providers to ensure the therapeutic process is complimented by our behavioral health services. Legacy is committed to providing quality, professional care. We are committed to meeting people where they are in their lives with a spirit of respect and acceptance. Legacy's mission is to provide quality Mental and Behavioral Health Services to children, adults, and families in our community. Legacy understands the challenges people face during the span of a lifetime and supports each individual in the process of growing and healing emotionally, physically, behaviorally, and socially to overcome these challenges.
(702) 749-4951 View (702) 749-4951
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Havenwood Academy
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Havenwood Academy, a long-term residential treatment center in Southern Utah, specializes in treating young women who are struggling with complex trauma and attachment related issues. We work with (assigned female at birth) children from age 12 to 18 and often work with adoptive families.
Havenwood Academy, a long-term residential treatment center in Southern Utah, specializes in treating young women who are struggling with complex trauma and attachment related issues. We work with (assigned female at birth) children from age 12 to 18 and often work with adoptive families.
(435) 359-4098 View (435) 359-4098
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Shining Star Community Services
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89119
Shining Star Community Services is a therapy agency in Las Vegas offering affordable prices for quality mental health services. Our agency has several clinicians on staff who work with children, adults, and couples/families facing a variety of concerns. Our team is caring, genuine, and ethical. We are passionate about helping you reach your goals!
Shining Star Community Services is a therapy agency in Las Vegas offering affordable prices for quality mental health services. Our agency has several clinicians on staff who work with children, adults, and couples/families facing a variety of concerns. Our team is caring, genuine, and ethical. We are passionate about helping you reach your goals!
(702) 500-1326 View (702) 500-1326
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The Fearless Kind
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89120
The Fearless Kind is a residential treatment facility for women seeking recovery from co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. We offer 24/7 supervision in a safe and structured environment. Depending on the patient's unique needs, we offer 30, 60, and 90-day programs. We help women to heal from the past and develop new life trajectories for the future. It is our belief that women should be given the opportunity to discover the underlying cause and seek treatment for both substance use and mental health disorders in the same location.
The Fearless Kind is a residential treatment facility for women seeking recovery from co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. We offer 24/7 supervision in a safe and structured environment. Depending on the patient's unique needs, we offer 30, 60, and 90-day programs. We help women to heal from the past and develop new life trajectories for the future. It is our belief that women should be given the opportunity to discover the underlying cause and seek treatment for both substance use and mental health disorders in the same location.
(775) 204-8132 View (775) 204-8132
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The Healthy Foundations Center
Treatment Center, LCSW, LMFT, CPC, LCADC, APRN
Not Verified Not Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89117
Whether you're struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, The Healthy Foundations Center can help. We provide a caring environment in which you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of a more rewarding home life, career, or more fulfilling relationships. The goal is to help provide you with the insights and tools you need to overcome challenges and move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors.
Whether you're struggling with a particular issue, or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, The Healthy Foundations Center can help. We provide a caring environment in which you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of a more rewarding home life, career, or more fulfilling relationships. The goal is to help provide you with the insights and tools you need to overcome challenges and move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors.
(702) 789-7834 View (702) 789-7834
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Apple Grove
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89120
Apple Grove Treatment Center provides quality, individualized treatment for children, adults, couples, and families. Our mission is to provide children and adults with the resources, skills, and emotional support needed to function independently and/or as a family. We are committed to providing effective, confidential treatment that will allow all individuals to grow, develop, and meet their personal goals! We pride ourselves on our culturally competent, customer oriented treatment.
Apple Grove Treatment Center provides quality, individualized treatment for children, adults, couples, and families. Our mission is to provide children and adults with the resources, skills, and emotional support needed to function independently and/or as a family. We are committed to providing effective, confidential treatment that will allow all individuals to grow, develop, and meet their personal goals! We pride ourselves on our culturally competent, customer oriented treatment.
(702) 710-2036 View (702) 710-2036
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Therapeutic Solutions Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89110
Therapeutic Solutions offers integrative therapy services for individuals, groups, families and couples. We treat clients of all ages from children to geriatrics. Our clinicians work with children with behavioral disorders, adults and children with psychosis, self-harm, suicidal ideation, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship difficulties and many other stressors. The clinicians at Therapeutic Solutions choose to empower people by helping them find their own strengths and build upon those existing positive attributes to find a place of healing. We look forward to connecting with new clients and helping people along in their journey of life.
Therapeutic Solutions offers integrative therapy services for individuals, groups, families and couples. We treat clients of all ages from children to geriatrics. Our clinicians work with children with behavioral disorders, adults and children with psychosis, self-harm, suicidal ideation, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship difficulties and many other stressors. The clinicians at Therapeutic Solutions choose to empower people by helping them find their own strengths and build upon those existing positive attributes to find a place of healing. We look forward to connecting with new clients and helping people along in their journey of life.
(702) 919-6111 View (702) 919-6111
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Moriah Behavioral Health: Eating Disorder Division
Treatment Center, CPC, DBH
Not Verified Not Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89117
At Eden, we understand the complex challenges faced by adolescent girls struggling with eating disorders and we are here to help you find the strength that exists within to effect change in your life. Our goal is that you leave our program with the tools and ability to create a meaningful life of your own. We have created a safe and secure environment for you to heal in a residential setting. We are fully staffed; 24/7; for the support you will need on your journey. Each home has a small milieu that allows for a targeted approach based on your current needs. This means there will always be multiple staff members available to support your journey.
At Eden, we understand the complex challenges faced by adolescent girls struggling with eating disorders and we are here to help you find the strength that exists within to effect change in your life. Our goal is that you leave our program with the tools and ability to create a meaningful life of your own. We have created a safe and secure environment for you to heal in a residential setting. We are fully staffed; 24/7; for the support you will need on your journey. Each home has a small milieu that allows for a targeted approach based on your current needs. This means there will always be multiple staff members available to support your journey.
(702) 899-2587 View (702) 899-2587
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Elements of Motivation
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89117
Elements of Motivation is a community based organization that provides a wide range of services to individuals, children, families that focuses on treatment of individuals with mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. Our goal at Elements of Motivation is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Elements of Motivation is a community based organization that provides a wide range of services to individuals, children, families that focuses on treatment of individuals with mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. Our goal at Elements of Motivation is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(702) 830-5098 View (702) 830-5098
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Resolutions Behavioral Health Therapy
Treatment Center, LCSW
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89146
Depression triggered by feeling hopeless and helpless, High anxiety triggered by work stress and feeling overwhelmed with projects , Anger issues because people don’t understand you and you don’t understand people, Trauma because your experience of abuse and neglect is currently affecting your life, Infidelity because you lack spontaneity and adventure in your relationship, Marital resolutions because you want your marriage to work, Men issues because you feel nothing is going right in your life, and Finding purpose because you feel stuck and need to find meaning. I understand and I can help. No judgment just objectivity. I have 50 years of life experience and 20 years working as a clinician. I know how to ask the right questions and help you feel empowered to manage your emotions and stress. I provide therapy at my office and telehealth services is offered. Therapy can take place anywhere.
Depression triggered by feeling hopeless and helpless, High anxiety triggered by work stress and feeling overwhelmed with projects , Anger issues because people don’t understand you and you don’t understand people, Trauma because your experience of abuse and neglect is currently affecting your life, Infidelity because you lack spontaneity and adventure in your relationship, Marital resolutions because you want your marriage to work, Men issues because you feel nothing is going right in your life, and Finding purpose because you feel stuck and need to find meaning. I understand and I can help. No judgment just objectivity. I have 50 years of life experience and 20 years working as a clinician. I know how to ask the right questions and help you feel empowered to manage your emotions and stress. I provide therapy at my office and telehealth services is offered. Therapy can take place anywhere.
(702) 966-9303 View (702) 966-9303
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Eden Center For Eating Disorders
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89147
At Eden, we understand the complex challenges faced by women struggling with eating disorders and we are here to help you find the strength that exists within to effect change in your life. Our goal is that you leave our program with the tools and ability to create a meaningful life of your own. We have created a safe and secure environment for you to heal in a residential setting. We are fully staffed; 24/7; for the support you will need on your journey. Each home has a small milieu that allows for a targeted approach based on your current needs. This means there will always be multiple staff members available to support your journey.
At Eden, we understand the complex challenges faced by women struggling with eating disorders and we are here to help you find the strength that exists within to effect change in your life. Our goal is that you leave our program with the tools and ability to create a meaningful life of your own. We have created a safe and secure environment for you to heal in a residential setting. We are fully staffed; 24/7; for the support you will need on your journey. Each home has a small milieu that allows for a targeted approach based on your current needs. This means there will always be multiple staff members available to support your journey.
(725) 726-4781 View (725) 726-4781
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Thrive Treatment & Wellness
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Las Vegas, NV 89148
Our experience enables us to offer effective mental health and substance use disorder and addiction treatment therapy in Las Vegas. Our therapists are experienced in various mental health and substance use conditions, and provide a judgement free space for individuals and their families.
Our experience enables us to offer effective mental health and substance use disorder and addiction treatment therapy in Las Vegas. Our therapists are experienced in various mental health and substance use conditions, and provide a judgement free space for individuals and their families.
(702) 602-8504 View (702) 602-8504
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Sierra Sage Treatment Center
Treatment Center, MD, PhD, CPC, MFT, LADC
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89044
Sierra Sage Treatment Center offers nationally accredited residential treatment for young women, age 14 to 17, in a safe, supportive and nurturing environment. Many teens have struggled with overwhelming worries and fears and may be need help recovering. Through accredited education, trauma-informed therapy, sports and activities, our young people are given the skills they need to overcome the effects of depression, anxiety, substance use, and running away.
Sierra Sage Treatment Center offers nationally accredited residential treatment for young women, age 14 to 17, in a safe, supportive and nurturing environment. Many teens have struggled with overwhelming worries and fears and may be need help recovering. Through accredited education, trauma-informed therapy, sports and activities, our young people are given the skills they need to overcome the effects of depression, anxiety, substance use, and running away.
(775) 382-4655 View (775) 382-4655
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Paradise Creek Recovery Center
Treatment Center, PsyD, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Paradise Creek specializes in the treatment of sexual compulsivity disorders for adult men in a residential setting. It provides a home-like place of safety and peace that allows patients to reflect and engage in a treatment plan designed specifically for them. We use a combination of Cognitive-Neural Restructuring Therapy, which facilitates change at the cellular level of the brain, and a Task-Centered Approach designed by Dr. Patrick Carnes, PhD., the pioneer of sexual addiction treatment. The combination of these 2 models helps provide the patient with concrete strategies that help facilitate sobriety and achieve long-term changes on a biological, psychological, social, emotional and spiritual level.
Paradise Creek specializes in the treatment of sexual compulsivity disorders for adult men in a residential setting. It provides a home-like place of safety and peace that allows patients to reflect and engage in a treatment plan designed specifically for them. We use a combination of Cognitive-Neural Restructuring Therapy, which facilitates change at the cellular level of the brain, and a Task-Centered Approach designed by Dr. Patrick Carnes, PhD., the pioneer of sexual addiction treatment. The combination of these 2 models helps provide the patient with concrete strategies that help facilitate sobriety and achieve long-term changes on a biological, psychological, social, emotional and spiritual level.
(855) 976-5057 View (855) 976-5057
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Jackson House El Centro
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89110
Jackson House focuses on short-term, comprehensive residential treatment focusing on core issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and grief and loss. Our multi-disciplinary team focuses on a variety of therapeutic techniques to ensure that every client gets the care that they need. Our home-like atmosphere allows clients to easily transition from residential care to less structured outpatient treatment. At Jackson House, we know that you have other responsibilities to maintain such as work, social life, and family. It is our mission to make sure you get back to your true self and back to being able to thrive in your day-to-day responsibilities.
Jackson House focuses on short-term, comprehensive residential treatment focusing on core issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and grief and loss. Our multi-disciplinary team focuses on a variety of therapeutic techniques to ensure that every client gets the care that they need. Our home-like atmosphere allows clients to easily transition from residential care to less structured outpatient treatment. At Jackson House, we know that you have other responsibilities to maintain such as work, social life, and family. It is our mission to make sure you get back to your true self and back to being able to thrive in your day-to-day responsibilities.
(760) 493-6537 View (760) 493-6537
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Destinations for Teens - Calenda Residential Home
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89044
Since 2012, Destinations For Teens has treated thousands of teens and their families lead a life in recovery by utilizing skills learned while in treatment. Our organization’s foundation revolves around the commitment to meeting teenagers and their families during their time of need while providing structure, support and the education necessary for long-term success. Our individualized treatment plans are carefully designed to help teens of all genders identities – ages 12 to 17 years old Many of the teens who come to us struggle with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Identity Issues, OCD, Trauma, Substance Use, Self Harm, Suicide Ideation and other mental health conditions that interfere with everyday life preventing them from succeeding to their fullest potential… Destinations believes in treatment accessibility and are able to provide this to families as demonstrated by being a certified Tricare provider and in-network with most major insurance providers. All of our programs are designed to deliver immediate support by utilizing a variety of techniques such as evidence based therapies, peer support, psychoeducation, mindfulness and other creative art therapies.
Since 2012, Destinations For Teens has treated thousands of teens and their families lead a life in recovery by utilizing skills learned while in treatment. Our organization’s foundation revolves around the commitment to meeting teenagers and their families during their time of need while providing structure, support and the education necessary for long-term success. Our individualized treatment plans are carefully designed to help teens of all genders identities – ages 12 to 17 years old Many of the teens who come to us struggle with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Identity Issues, OCD, Trauma, Substance Use, Self Harm, Suicide Ideation and other mental health conditions that interfere with everyday life preventing them from succeeding to their fullest potential… Destinations believes in treatment accessibility and are able to provide this to families as demonstrated by being a certified Tricare provider and in-network with most major insurance providers. All of our programs are designed to deliver immediate support by utilizing a variety of techniques such as evidence based therapies, peer support, psychoeducation, mindfulness and other creative art therapies.
(310) 499-2923 View (310) 499-2923
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Jackson House Temecula
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89044
Jackson House focuses on short-term, comprehensive residential treatment focusing on core issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and grief and loss. Our multi-disciplinary team focuses on a variety of therapeutic techniques to ensure that every client gets the care that they need. Our home-like atmosphere allows clients to easily transition from residential care to less structured outpatient treatment. At Jackson House, we know that you have other responsibilities to maintain such as work, social life, and family. It is our mission to make sure you get back to your true self and back to being able to thrive in your day-to-day responsibilities.
Jackson House focuses on short-term, comprehensive residential treatment focusing on core issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, psychosis, and grief and loss. Our multi-disciplinary team focuses on a variety of therapeutic techniques to ensure that every client gets the care that they need. Our home-like atmosphere allows clients to easily transition from residential care to less structured outpatient treatment. At Jackson House, we know that you have other responsibilities to maintain such as work, social life, and family. It is our mission to make sure you get back to your true self and back to being able to thrive in your day-to-day responsibilities.
(951) 402-1268 View (951) 402-1268
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Jackson House
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89110
Jackson House is a comprehensive residential treatment facility focusing on core issues such as depression, trauma, anxiety, psychosis, and grief and loss. Our multi-disciplinary team focuses on a variety of therapeutic techniques to ensure that every client gets the care that they need. Our home-like atmosphere allows clients to easily transition from residential care to less structured outpatient treatment. At Jackson House, we know that you have other responsibilities to maintain such as work, social life, and family. It is our mission to make sure you get back to your true self and back to being able to thrive in your day-to-day responsibilities.
Jackson House is a comprehensive residential treatment facility focusing on core issues such as depression, trauma, anxiety, psychosis, and grief and loss. Our multi-disciplinary team focuses on a variety of therapeutic techniques to ensure that every client gets the care that they need. Our home-like atmosphere allows clients to easily transition from residential care to less structured outpatient treatment. At Jackson House, we know that you have other responsibilities to maintain such as work, social life, and family. It is our mission to make sure you get back to your true self and back to being able to thrive in your day-to-day responsibilities.
(619) 457-6087 View (619) 457-6087
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Amazonite Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Amazonite Treatment Center is a tranquil rehabilitation for adults struggling with addiction, substance abuse, and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our beautiful residential facility is located in Northern Fontana, California with private rooms for clients. Amazonite Treatment Center focuses on the key principles of the mind-body and health, our individualized and diverse treatment plans provide wholesome healing in a mostly unplugged and small group environment. We aim to cater to each client's physical, emotional, mental, psychological, and nutritional needs.
Amazonite Treatment Center is a tranquil rehabilitation for adults struggling with addiction, substance abuse, and co-occurring mental health disorders. Our beautiful residential facility is located in Northern Fontana, California with private rooms for clients. Amazonite Treatment Center focuses on the key principles of the mind-body and health, our individualized and diverse treatment plans provide wholesome healing in a mostly unplugged and small group environment. We aim to cater to each client's physical, emotional, mental, psychological, and nutritional needs.
(909) 377-4819 View (909) 377-4819

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Sexual Abuse Treatment Centers

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.