sexual Trauma

Even now, every moment of the day feels like a constant uphill battle. You feel as if you are stuck in survival mode, interrupted by flashbacks or reminders that make you feel as if you are reliving the past. The constant state of anxiety of living in fear of what may trigger you next leaves you drained and exhausted at the end of every day. You may be avoiding people and places that remind you of the event, terrified of what those interactions may bring.

You feel ashamed and confused about what happened to you. Your sense of confidence in yourself has been shattered. The safety you lost in your body makes it hard to know who you can open up to and who you can trust. You may have even tried to open up to some and were met with disapproval and blame, somehow making what happened your fault, which resulted in you feeling even more crushed and alone. Yet somehow, you continue despite the hurt you carry.

I commend you for your bravery; surviving trauma takes immense strength and courage. Your experiences have shaped you, but they don’t have to dictate your future. There is a light at the end of the tunnel, and I've got your back every step of the way. If something sexually traumatic that happened to you recently or years ago is still hurting and impacting your present day, then I am here to meet you where you are and go at your own pace.

Trauma therapy is tailored to your unique needs, and my role is to present you with the best treatment options for healing. You are in charge of what we do every step of the way, and you need never feel rushed in your healing process

methods I use

My approach is holistic and aims to treat trauma’s impact on both the mind and the body.

  • Helps individuals reprocess trauma through a structured eight-phase protocol that incorporates bilateral stimulation to reprocess traumatic memories. EMDR is recognized as an effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related conditions.

  • Is a specialized protocol within EMDR therapy designed to address recent traumatic events. R-TEP is used shortly after a traumatic event, typically within the first three months. R-TEP is effective in reducing acute stress symptoms and preventing the development of more severe trauma-related conditions.

  • Sensate focus is a gentle, step-by-step approach that helps individuals and couples reconnect with their bodies and rebuild intimacy after sexual trauma, anxiety, or performance pressure. Developed by sex therapists Masters and Johnson, this practice encourages mindful, non-sexual touch to reduce anxiety, increase comfort, and rediscover pleasure without pressure.

Sexual Trauma therapy can help you

  • Regulate and understand your own emotions

  • Gain a sense of personal empowerment

  • Rebuild a sense of safety and security

  • Improve sleep

  • Improve overall health

  • Gain greater clarity or focus

  • Form and maintain healthy relationships

If you are ready to heal from painful or distressing sexual experiences, I am here to provide you with therapeutic experiences that can offer you lasting healing. Trauma created change you did not choose, but together, we can create healing, the change you do choose

 FAQs

  • Sexual trauma can include any unwanted sexual experience that overwhelms your ability to cope. Ranging from assault to coercion to childhood abuse. If you're struggling with anxiety, shame, body numbness, or flashbacks related to sexual experiences, you may be dealing with sexual trauma.

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps process painful memories stored in the nervous system. It reduces the emotional charge of trauma so you can feel safer in your body and relationships.

  • Yes. Disconnection, numbness, or avoidance are common survival responses. Trauma therapy can help you safely reconnect to your body and redefine intimacy on your own terms.

  • Sensate focus is a structured, touch-based technique that helps you rebuild trust, safety, and pleasure at your own pace. It’s especially helpful for couples looking to reclaim connection without pressure to perform.

  • Healing is not one-size-fits-all. Some people begin to feel relief after a few months of therapy; others take longer. What's most important is that you go at your own pace with support from a trauma-informed therapist.

  • Absolutely. Trauma can impact trust, arousal, desire, and comfort with touch. Therapy can help you and your partner navigate these challenges and build a more secure emotional and sexual connection.

  • Yes. You do not need full memories to benefit from EMDR. We focus on the emotions and body sensations that are showing up now, even if the past feels fuzzy or unclear.

  • Your safety is the top priority. Trauma therapy is paced according to your needs. We’ll build resources and coping tools before processing any painful memories. We will always go at a pace you feel comfortable with. You are 100% in control of your trauma work.

  • In the first session, we’ll talk about your goals, answer your questions, and begin building trust. You won’t be asked to share anything you're not ready for. We focus on creating a foundation of emotional safety.

  • Yes. I specialize in working with survivors of both acute and complex trauma, including childhood abuse. Whether the trauma was recent or decades ago, healing is possible.