
Sexual Abuse / Assault Recovery
Compassionate support for survivors experiencing emotional or physical effects of sexual trauma. Therapy focuses on safety, recovery, and rebuilding trust in oneself and others.
Overview
Sexual abuse or assault involves any non-consensual sexual act that violates an individual’s bodily autonomy and emotional safety. Survivors often experience long-lasting emotional, psychological, and physical effects. Therapy provides a safe space to process trauma, rebuild control, and heal.
Symptoms
Shame, guilt, or self-blame
Flashbacks or intrusive memories
Avoidance of reminders
Difficulty trusting or forming intimate relationships
Anxiety, depression, PTSD symptoms
Dissociation or emotional numbness
Sleep problems or nightmares
Body image issues
Causes
Sexual assault
Childhood sexual abuse
Coercion or manipulation
Boundary violations
Abuse by a known person (common in cases)
How Therapy Can Help
Trauma-focused therapy (TF-CBT)
EMDR for reprocessing traumatic memories
Somatic experiencing & grounding
Rebuilding a sense of safety
Addressing shame and self-blame
Restoring bodily autonomy and self-trust
Support in navigating triggers and intimacy
Survivor-centered approach to healing




