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    Find a therapist who specialises in treating survivors of sexual abuse, offering a safe and supportive environment for individuals to process their experiences, address trauma-related symptoms, and work towards healing and recovery, utilising trauma-informed approaches such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), and supportive counselling to facilitate healing and promote well-being.

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    Catherine McCormick
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Catherine McCormick

    Catherine McCormick

    Counsellor
    Anger • Anxiety • Attachment • Grief & Loss • Trauma • Sexual abuse • Clinical psychology
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    Anger • Anxiety • Attachment • Grief & Loss • Trauma • Sexual abuse • Clinical psychology
    €60 / session60
    Florence
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    Zoya Mesaric
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS

    Zoya Mesaric

    Zoya Mesaric

    Counsellor
    Trauma • Sexuality • Relationships • Sexual abuse • Leadership Coaching • Addictions • Self-confidence
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS
    Trauma • Sexuality • Relationships • Sexual abuse • Leadership Coaching • Addictions • Self-confidence
    Vienna
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    Limor Ruteanu
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS

    Limor Ruteanu

    Limor Ruteanu

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    Relationships • Eating disorders • Sexuality • Sexual abuse • Trauma • Depression • LGBTQ+
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS
    Relationships • Eating disorders • Sexuality • Sexual abuse • Trauma • Depression • LGBTQ+
    €80 / session80
    Berlin
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    Michele Lamonaca
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Michele Lamonaca

    Michele Lamonaca

    Psychodynamic Psychotherapist & Couples Psychotherapist
    Disorders of sexual preference • Narcissistic personality disorder • Paedophilia • PTSD • Couples therapy • Sexual abuse • Supervision for therapists
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    Disorders of sexual preference • Narcissistic personality disorder • Paedophilia • PTSD • Couples therapy • Sexual abuse • Supervision for therapists
    £80 / session80
    London
    In-person and Online
    Sarah Adelaide
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS

    Sarah Adelaide

    Sarah Adelaide

    Psychological Counsellor
    LGBTQ+ • Sexual abuse • Sexual dysfunctions • Sexuality • Couples therapy • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Gender identity
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS
    LGBTQ+ • Sexual abuse • Sexual dysfunctions • Sexuality • Couples therapy • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Gender identity
    €80 / session80
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Robert de Boer
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Robert de Boer

    Robert de Boer

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Psychotherapist & Clinical Psychologist
    Mindfulness • Self-confidence • Depression • Panic attacks • Sexual abuse • Anxiety • Therapy for Expats
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    Mindfulness • Self-confidence • Depression • Panic attacks • Sexual abuse • Anxiety • Therapy for Expats
    €90 / session90
    Vienna
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    Yuri Disaró Amado
    Video Profile
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS

    Yuri Disaró Amado

    Yuri Disaró Amado

    Psychoanalyst & Psychologist
    Depression • Panic attacks • Personal development • Sexual abuse • Trauma • Anger • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS
    Depression • Panic attacks • Personal development • Sexual abuse • Trauma • Anger • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
    €70 / session70
    Florianópolis
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    Annette Schindler
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Annette Schindler

    Annette Schindler

    Sex Therapist & Relational Therapist
    LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Relationships • Trauma • ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • Sexual abuse • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Relationships • Trauma • ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • Sexual abuse • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    €90 / session90
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Alicia Barrena
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS

    Alicia Barrena

    Alicia Barrena

    Psychoanalyst & Lacanian Psychoanalyst
    Trauma • Sexual abuse • PTSD • Anxiety • Borderline personality disorder • Dissociative disorders • Depression
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS
    Trauma • Sexual abuse • PTSD • Anxiety • Borderline personality disorder • Dissociative disorders • Depression
    €80 / session80
    Beyoğlu
    Online and Text
    Hattie Appleby
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS

    Hattie Appleby

    Hattie Appleby

    Counsellor & Supervisor
    Anxiety • PTSD • Sexual abuse • Supervision for therapists • Therapy for Expats • Adolescent • ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS
    Anxiety • PTSD • Sexual abuse • Supervision for therapists • Therapy for Expats • Adolescent • ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
    €90 / session90
    Oviedo
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    Steffi Meyer (M.A.)
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS

    Steffi Meyer (M.A.)

    Steffi Meyer (M.A.)

    Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy
    Trauma • Sexual abuse • Depression • Addictions • Stress • Relationships • Anxiety
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS
    Trauma • Sexual abuse • Depression • Addictions • Stress • Relationships • Anxiety
    €98 / session98
    Cologne
    In-person and Online
    André Moreira
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS

    André Moreira

    André Moreira

    Clinical and Health Psychologist
    PTSD • Trauma • Sexual abuse • Anxiety • Sexuality • Grief & Loss • Psychological abuse
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS
    PTSD • Trauma • Sexual abuse • Anxiety • Sexuality • Grief & Loss • Psychological abuse
    €50 / session50
    Vila Nova de Gaia
    In-person and Online
    Beatriz Azevedo
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS

    Beatriz Azevedo

    Beatriz Azevedo

    Forensic Psychologist
    Complex PTSD • PTSD • Depression • Trauma • Physical abuse • Psychological abuse • Sexual abuse
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS
    Complex PTSD • PTSD • Depression • Trauma • Physical abuse • Psychological abuse • Sexual abuse
    €55 / session55
    Porto
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    Niels Kurvin
    Video Profile
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS

    Niels Kurvin

    Niels Kurvin

    Non-medical Practitioner for Psychotherapy & Hypnotherapist
    Physical abuse • Mindfulness • ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • Attachment • Complex PTSD • Sexual abuse • Gender identity
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS
    Physical abuse • Mindfulness • ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • Attachment • Complex PTSD • Sexual abuse • Gender identity
    €92 / session92
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Elizaveta Zaikina (MSc)
    USUALLY RESPONDS AFTER 24 HOURS

    Elizaveta Zaikina (MSc)

    Elizaveta Zaikina (MSc)

    Sexologist & Clinical Psychologist
    Sexual dysfunctions • Sexuality • Sexual abuse • Chronic Illness • Harm reduction • Relationships • CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapy
    USUALLY RESPONDS AFTER 24 HOURS
    Sexual dysfunctions • Sexuality • Sexual abuse • Chronic Illness • Harm reduction • Relationships • CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapy
    €110 / session110
    Rome
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    Justin Morris
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS

    Justin Morris

    Justin Morris

    Psychotherapist
    Addictions • Trauma • Sexual abuse • Men's Work • Spirituality • Complex PTSD • Integrative therapy
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS
    Addictions • Trauma • Sexual abuse • Men's Work • Spirituality • Complex PTSD • Integrative therapy
    Milan
    In-person and Online
    Amanda Mauro
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS

    Amanda Mauro

    Amanda Mauro

    Psychologist & Counselling Psychologist
    Trauma • PTSD • Complex PTSD • Burnout • Anxiety • Attachment • Sexual abuse
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS
    Trauma • PTSD • Complex PTSD • Burnout • Anxiety • Attachment • Sexual abuse
    €100 / session100
    The Hague
    In-person and Online
    Emrah Gokalp
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS

    Emrah Gokalp

    Emrah Gokalp

    Psychotherapist
    Anxiety • Attachment • Complex PTSD • Panic attacks • Burnout • Sexual abuse • Borderline personality disorder
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS
    Anxiety • Attachment • Complex PTSD • Panic attacks • Burnout • Sexual abuse • Borderline personality disorder
    €60 / session60
    London
    Online only
    Pepa Pasatu (MSc.)
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS

    Pepa Pasatu (MSc.)

    Pepa Pasatu (MSc.)

    Sexologist & Couples Counsellor
    Sexual dysfunctions • Relationships • Sexual abuse • Fertility related issues • Fetishism • Therapy for Expats • Mindfulness
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS
    Sexual dysfunctions • Relationships • Sexual abuse • Fertility related issues • Fetishism • Therapy for Expats • Mindfulness
    €110 / session110
    Berlin
    Online only
    Graciela Farías
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Graciela Farías

    Graciela Farías

    Psychologist
    Addictions • Anxiety • Burnout • Communication Disorders • Therapy for Expats • Teen counselling • Sexual abuse
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    Addictions • Anxiety • Burnout • Communication Disorders • Therapy for Expats • Teen counselling • Sexual abuse
    €50 / session50
    Lucerne
    Online only
    Rebekka Leitlein
    USUALLY RESPONDS AFTER 24 HOURS

    Rebekka Leitlein

    Rebekka Leitlein

    Systemic Therapist
    Anger • Anxiety • LGBTQ+ • PTSD • Sexual abuse • Trauma • Addictions
    USUALLY RESPONDS AFTER 24 HOURS
    Anger • Anxiety • LGBTQ+ • PTSD • Sexual abuse • Trauma • Addictions
    €120 / session120
    Berlin
    Online only
    Katharina Albrecht
    Video Profile
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Katharina Albrecht

    Katharina Albrecht

    Counsellor
    Couples therapy • Sexuality • Somatic Experiencing • Trauma • Attachment • Sexual abuse • Sexual dysfunctions
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    Couples therapy • Sexuality • Somatic Experiencing • Trauma • Attachment • Sexual abuse • Sexual dysfunctions
    €120 / session120
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Camilla Storgaard
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Camilla Storgaard

    Camilla Storgaard

    Counsellor
    LGBTQ+ • Sexual abuse • Sexual dysfunctions • Sexuality • Couples therapy • Relationships • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    LGBTQ+ • Sexual abuse • Sexual dysfunctions • Sexuality • Couples therapy • Relationships • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy
    €80 / session80
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Melany Barrera Frederick
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS

    Melany Barrera Frederick

    Melany Barrera Frederick

    Clinical and Health Psychologist
    Crisis intervention • Depression • LGBTQ+ • Sexual abuse • Trauma • Anxiety • CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapy
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS
    Crisis intervention • Depression • LGBTQ+ • Sexual abuse • Trauma • Anxiety • CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapy
    €60 / session60
    Vilnius
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    Georgia Spencer
    USUALLY RESPONDS AFTER 24 HOURS

    Georgia Spencer

    Georgia Spencer

    Psychotherapist
    Sexual dysfunctions • Sexual abuse • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Trauma • Paedophilia • Men's Work • PTSD
    USUALLY RESPONDS AFTER 24 HOURS
    Sexual dysfunctions • Sexual abuse • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Trauma • Paedophilia • Men's Work • PTSD
    £80 / session80
    London
    Online only
    Joana Salgueiro
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS

    Joana Salgueiro

    Joana Salgueiro

    Counsellor
    Depression • Divorce • Grief & Loss • Anxiety • Trauma • Relationships • Sexual abuse
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS
    Depression • Divorce • Grief & Loss • Anxiety • Trauma • Relationships • Sexual abuse
    €55 / session55
    Lisbon
    In-person and Online
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    Getting help with Sexual abuse

    Many have sought help successfully through finding a qualified and compassionate psychotherapist to help with Sexual abuse. Seeking professional help is a key step in understanding what you need to gain more stability in everyday life and how to integrate healthy coping mechanisms into your daily routine. To learn how to go about selecting the perfect therapist, read our guide here.

    How to choose a therapist specialising in Sexual abuse

    It's not unusual to feel slightly overwhelmed when choosing a type of therapy. These feelings are completely normal and can be part of the initial stages of seeking therapy. It's important to remember that finding the right fit for you is crucial, and it may take some exploration and open communication with potential therapists to discover the approach and therapist that aligns best with your needs and preferences. Trusting your instincts and being patient with yourself throughout this process can help alleviate some of the overwhelm and lead to a smoother therapeutic journey. If you need additional help in finding a qualified practitioner, It's Complicated offers a free matching service, where our in-house therapists will try to find the best match for you based on your individual needs and preferences.

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    Search for practitioners who specialise in Sexual abuse and many other approaches in the search tool here in our directory of licensed professionals. For many of us, there's never a more important time than now to nurture our mental health. If you are interested in therapy to assist you in improving your life quality, our platform features over 2,500 mental health professionals from 50+ countries. Counselling is also available in almost 100 languages, both online and in-person, making the search for an accredited psychologist who is knowledgeable about Sexual abuse much less complicated.

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