by Lime Tree Counseling | Dec 17, 2024 | Emotional Abuse, Narcissistic Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Trauma Counseling
In life, it’s often the invisible struggles that weigh us down the most. For many adults who experienced sexual abuse as children—or any form of traumatic event—those early experiences can continue to have a profound impact, even if they’ve never told anyone about...
by Lime Tree Counseling | Jul 8, 2019 | Sexual Abuse, Trauma Counseling
One of the greatest honors in my work is saying, “It’s not your fault.” Moreover, I see the pain that survivors carry every day. Many survivors of sexual abuse believe harmful lies that keep them trapped in pain. These false thoughts not only haunt you but also damage...
by Lime Tree Counseling | Mar 26, 2019 | Sexual Abuse
By Katie Bailey, MA, LPC We live in a broken world where many children suffer from various forms of abuse—sexual, physical, emotional, or a combination of these. Far too often, survivors ignore their pain and carry deep emotional wounds into adulthood, believing that...
by Lime Tree Counseling | Oct 16, 2018 | Marriage Counseling, Sexual Abuse, Trauma Counseling
As a trauma and couples therapist, I talk about sex quite a bit—and that’s a good thing. I believe that open and honest conversation about sex is essential for healing and connection. Sex is a wonderful part of life, yet it often becomes twisted, confusing, or even...
by Lime Tree Counseling | Oct 2, 2018 | Sexual Abuse
By Katie Bailey, MA, LPC Expressing the pain of sexual abuse can be incredibly difficult, yet sharing your story is a powerful step toward healing. In sexual abuse counseling, finding the courage to tell your story in a safe, supportive environment can significantly...
by Lime Tree Counseling | Sep 25, 2018 | Sexual Abuse
By Katie Bailey, MA, LPC Often people who’ve experienced sexual abuse as a child often believe the abuse was there own fault. This self-blaming inevitably creates a sense of shame and so survivors of childhood sexual abuse see themselves as broken, worthless. When we...
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