The Process of Healing
Sexual abuse affects an alarmingly high number of people, both male and
female. Sexual abuse occurs whenever someone threatens, forces, or pressures
another person to have sexual contact with them. Although sexual abuse mainly
occurs in childhood and adolescence, the effects of the abuse linger. Some
common difficulties associated with people who have experienced sexual abuse
are:
 | Depression |
| Severe Anger |
| Low Self-Esteem |
| Flashbacks |
| Relationship Concerns |
| Drug/Alcohol Abuse |
Healing from the devastating effects of sexual abuse can take a long time.
Both individual and group therapy can help children, adolescents, and adult
women and men through the process of healing. All of the above issues can be
addressed in therapy. Below are some additional benefits of
counseling for survivors of sexual abuse:
| Learning to nurture and take care of oneself – enjoy feeling good! |
| Increasing one’s ability to handle stressful situations in healthy ways |
| Becoming comfortable with giving and receiving nurturing |
| Feeling empowered – reduce/remove feelings of guilt |
| Setting clear boundaries for self and others |
We are here to help survivors of sexual abuse through their own process of
healing. We understand the importance of upholding confidentiality, while
providing a safe environment for each individual. We embrace the highest ethical
standards and work to provide the highest quality of care for our clients.
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