Sexual Abuse therapists in University, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Sexual Abuse
Redbird Therapy Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapists
All our therapists can work with you around historical or current sexual abuse experiences. We are all trauma-informed therapists. Contact our Intake Worker to help determine who will be the best fit for you.
29 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
Azin Heydari
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Sexual abuse comes in various forms, but they all have one consequence, a disconnection to the self, and a mistrust and disconnection from others. After all, you’ve been invaded by someone else at one point in your life. But it doesn’t mean that your body and personal space is lost. It means that we need to come on full force to protect it and nurture it so it understands that now it’s safe, and to rid it of the energy/energies of those who once preoccupied it by unpacking the trauma.
4 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
Emina Hendricks, CareWay.ca
Registered Psychotherapist, M.Ed., R.P.
If you have experienced adversity in your life and would like to process the trauma in order to move forward please reach out to CareWay. We offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to work through your experience, ignite self-compassion and leave the past behind. We offer EMDR & CPT for Trauma & PTSD.
7 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
Whitney Reinhart
Registered Psychotherapist, MA., RP.
The effects of trauma and sexual abuse can leave us feeling vulnerable and unsafe long after the event itself. So often people can be left feeling hopeless, disconnected, and ashamed. Healing these wounds are essential to developing a strong sense of self, positive self view, and safety within relationships. I work from a trauma-informed perspective and pull from approaches that will allow us to build an understanding of the protective strategies formed to survive the emotional and mental impact of the abuse, and cultivate self-acceptance and trust with others.
6 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
New Moon Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MACP, MSW, RSW, RP, RP(Q)
One of the greatest challenges in healing from sexual abuse is opening up about it to others. Many survivors feel ashamed of what happened to them and feel that there is something they could have done to stop it. Others start to question if it even happened or if it was just some big misunderstanding. We know that's not how this works. What happened was done to you, the way you responded was the only option. You did exactly what you needed to do.
Sexual trauma can make us feel like we're broken - like there's something wrong with us or like we're permanently damaged. These thoughts are symptoms, not facts. We can help you see things differently - this part of your story does not define you.
Imagine a life in which you don't have to keep trying to please others, to struggle silently while trying to keep it all together on the outside, to feel like you can't trust or that you're out of control and to put others' needs consistently above your own.
Our goal is to help you regain power and control in your life and to release some of the heaviness that you've been carrying. We want you to begin seeing the world as a space in which trust and safety are not foreign concepts. A world in which you don't have to hide from your past or distract yourself to get through the day.
Helping people overcome their traumas is the work that makes us get out of bed in the mornings. We specialize in trauma related to sexual abuse including childhood sexual abuse, incest, rape, sexual assault, human trafficking, and sexual harassment both within and outside the workplace.
Please reach out - even if you don't quite believe things can get better - so that we can talk about how we might be able to help.
We offer 1:1, couples, family and group therapy focused specifically on healing from sexual abuse and will connect you with a therapist who specializes in the therapy that would be the best fit for how your symptoms of sexual abuse are manifesting. Evidence-based therapies for sexual trauma used at New Moon Psychotherapy include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy for PTSD (DBT-PTSD), Sensimotor Psychotherapy, Somatic Psychotherapy.
* * * If you decide not to go with our clinic, please ensure that your therapist is trained in EVIDENCE-BASED Psychotherapies for trauma - this will be the difference between months and years of therapy * * *
14 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
Caroline Boutefeu
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I have a profound interest in supporting survivors of sexual violence, childhood sexual abuse and intimate partner violence. Dealing with the aftermath of sexual abuse can be incredibly challenging, but it's important to remember that healing and recovery are possible. These experiences can affect individuals in various ways - emotionally, physically, and psychologically. However, there are supportive pathways to navigate through this difficult time. It's crucial to recognize that what happened to you is not your fault and not your whole story. Your feelings of fear, anger, confusion, and isolation are valid reactions, and help is there whenever you need it.
10 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
MindfulWe Holistic Psychotherapy & Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, IMD (candidate)
Sexual abuse falls under my extensive experience and knowledge in trauma for the past 10 years. Initially, we work on normalizing and understanding your symptoms, then work with the present day symptoms, implementing strategies to alter present behavior and reactions to your desired way of thinking, feeling, behaving, and relating to the world.
12 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
Jennifer Shneer Therapy
Registered Social Worker, AWCCA, M.S.W., RSW, CT
I want to see you go from being a victim, to a survivor, to a thriver. The sexual abuse is part of your story, but not your whole story. It does not have to define you. I am here to help you along your sexual abuse healing journey.
25 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
Synergetic Healing Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Sexual abuse is a deeply traumatic experience that can have profound and lasting effects on an individual's mental, emotional, and physical well-being. At our practice, we provide a safe and compassionate space for survivors of sexual abuse to heal, grow, and reclaim their lives.
We understand the complexity and sensitivity surrounding sexual abuse, and we approach it with utmost care, respect, and empathy. Our therapists have specialized training and experience in working with survivors of sexual abuse, and we are committed to providing trauma-informed care.
In our sessions, we prioritize your safety and comfort, allowing you to share your experiences at your own pace and in a way that feels most comfortable to you. We believe in the power of listening, validation, and understanding to support your healing journey.
Our therapists utilize evidence-based approaches to address the consequences of sexual abuse, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trust issues, and difficulties with intimacy. We work collaboratively to develop a personalized treatment plan that respects your unique needs and goals.
Throughout the therapeutic process, we provide tools and techniques to help you process the trauma, manage distressing symptoms, and rebuild a sense of safety and empowerment. Our therapists may incorporate modalities such as trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and somatic approaches to support your healing journey.
We recognize that healing from sexual abuse is a courageous and transformative process, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Our aim is to provide a nurturing environment where you can explore your emotions, develop coping strategies, and cultivate resilience.
You are not defined by the abuse you have experienced. Together, we can work towards reclaiming your sense of self, rebuilding trust in yourself and others, and fostering a brighter future. You are not alone in this journey, and we are here to stand by you as you heal and reclaim your life.
3 Years Experience
Sexual Abuse
Clare Karasik
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
I use a trauma-informed approach while supporting survivors to live in the present moment, reduce overwhelm from thoughts of the past, and feel safe. If you have experienced trauma you may be living with normal but unwanted effects of trauma, which may include anxiety, depression, fear, shame, anger, sleep issues, dissociation, and issues in relationships. I work with people to make new meaning from painful past experiences, regulate unwanted physiological experiences, and establish a sense of safety in their body and mind. I support people to develop a sense of awareness and acceptance of how their body and mind is responding to traumatic events by providing evidence-based information about what trauma is and how we can attend to it. I have experience working with survivors of childhood abuse as well as survivors of violence/abuse that occurred in adulthood.
8 Years Experience