Supportive counseling for abuse survivors
If you’ve experienced abuse—whether recently or in the past—it can affect many areas of your life. You may struggle with trust, boundaries, anxiety, shame, or a persistent sense of not feeling safe.
As an experienced therapist here in Orange County, I have observed the number of abuse patients increased over the last few years. If you are also facing a similar situation with any history of abuse, it’s not your fault and I want to help you.
Understanding the different types of abuse
Abuse isn’t always visible, and it doesn’t always come from someone you expect. In many cases, the person causing harm is someone the survivor trusted— a partner, parent, caregiver, authority figure, or even an institution meant to protect them.
There are several forms of abuse, and many people experience more than one type. Understanding these differences can help make sense of what you’ve been through and begin the process of healing.
- Physical Abuse
- Emotional Abuse
- Sexual Abuse
- Financial Abuse
- Neglect
- Organizational or Institutional Abuse
Survivors often carry the emotional impact of these experiences for years. It’s not uncommon to struggle with anxiety, depression, trust issues, difficulties with intimacy, or self-destructive behaviors such as substance use.
You don’t have to sort through this alone. Therapy can help you better understand what happened, how it’s affecting you now, and what healing might look like—on your own terms.
It Takes Courage to Heal
Choosing to face the pain of past abuse is not easy—it takes strength, bravery, and an incredible amount of self-compassion. Many survivors have learned to cope by pushing the memories aside or minimizing what they’ve been through just to get by. Some people turn to self-destructive behaviors, like substance use, as a way to cope with pain they haven’t been able to name or express.
But over time, those unresolved wounds often show up in other ways.
You don’t have to sort through this alone. As a therapist specializing in abuse, I can help you make sense of what happened, understand how it’s affecting you now, and begin to explore what healing might look like—on your own terms and in your own time.
It takes a lot of courage to make an appointment with a therapist to talk about your trauma from an abusive situation. It is scary not to know exactly what to expect. It is scary to tell a stranger, even if they are a therapist. I know. But the rewards of finally gaining some freedom from your trauma and horror is incredible.
You deserve to heal
Survivors of abuse often feel like they should “just move on” or minimize what they’ve been through. But healing isn’t about forgetting or pretending it didn’t happen—it’s about giving yourself the space and support to feel whole again.
As an abuse therapist in Orange County, I’m here to help you move forward—not by pushing, but by offering a space where your story is honored and your voice matters.
Ready to take the first step?
Contact me today to schedule your consultation.