Issues of sexual abuse
It takes a lot of courage to acknowledge that you have or may have been sexually abused at some point in your life. I am so glad that you have decided to reach out and begin your healing journey, and that you feel ready to talk about your experience .
At this moment in time, I do not feel confident that online counselling is the most appropriate approach to deal with such sensitive an issue as sexual abuse. I have worked face-to-face with many individuals who have survived sexual abuse or some other form of sexual trauma, and I know that it can be a difficult, painful road to recovery. I believe it will be safer and more effective for you to travel this road with the in-person support of a trained professional. I do hope to one day be able to offer online therapy for sexual abuse, but more research will need to be done to ensure that it is a safe and ethical way to address these kinds of sensitive issues.
The following resources may also assist you in locating a counsellor, therapist, or psychologist in your area:
You might also find the following resource to be helpful:
Pandora's Project
I wish you all the best as you embark upon your journey of healing. Please, take care of yourself.
At this moment in time, I do not feel confident that online counselling is the most appropriate approach to deal with such sensitive an issue as sexual abuse. I have worked face-to-face with many individuals who have survived sexual abuse or some other form of sexual trauma, and I know that it can be a difficult, painful road to recovery. I believe it will be safer and more effective for you to travel this road with the in-person support of a trained professional. I do hope to one day be able to offer online therapy for sexual abuse, but more research will need to be done to ensure that it is a safe and ethical way to address these kinds of sensitive issues.
The following resources may also assist you in locating a counsellor, therapist, or psychologist in your area:
- A listing of all Provincial and Territorial Associations of Psychology in Canada
- Canadian Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology - Referral List
- American Psychological Association - Psychologist Locator Service
- Psychology Today - The Therapist Directory
You might also find the following resource to be helpful:
Pandora's Project
I wish you all the best as you embark upon your journey of healing. Please, take care of yourself.
