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Starting Child sexual abuse therapy

What is Child sexual abuse therapy?

Child sexual abuse therapy helps young victims heal from their traumatic experiences and cope with the physical, mental, and emotional impacts. Learn more about child therapy and teen counseling in Alexandria, VA .

How does Child sexual abuse therapy work?

Child sexual abuse therapy takes into consideration the age of the victim and then tailors treatment accordingly. It can involve education about trauma and its impact, strategies for coping and relaxation, techniques for addressing negative thoughts, and more.

Is Child sexual abuse therapy conducted in person or online?

Child sexual abuse therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does Child sexual abuse therapy last?

The length of child sexual abuse therapy with one of our therapists at Thriveworks in Alexandria, VA depends on your child's exact needs and could last for several months or years.

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Recovering from Child Sexual Abuse in Alexandria, VA (Franconia)—Therapists and Counselors

A child being sexually abused is in many ways is unthinkable, but in other ways, it is important to think about it and talk about it. At Thriveworks Alexandria, our skilled mental health professionals understand the dynamics at play when child sexual abuse is perpetrated, and they can often empower survivors with the tools they need to heal.

Thriveworks Alexandria, VA (Franconia) provide therapy for adults and children who have lived through sexual abuse because we know healing is possible.

What Is Child Sexual Abuse?

Generally speaking, any sexual interaction between a child and an adult is child sexual abuse because children cannot consent. More specifically, child sexual abuse can be defined with three categories:

  • Child pornography videos and images: When adults make, view, or distribute child pornography, they are sexually abusing a child.
  • Contact sexual abuse: Some child sexual abuse involves sexual contact with a child. This includes any form of sexual assault or rape (e.g., touching a child’s genitals, penetration of the anus or vagina).
  • Non-contact sexual abuse: An adult can sexually abuse a child without touching them. Showing a child pornography, having them watch a sex act, or exposing oneself to a child is considered sexual abuse.

Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse

As the definition of child sexual abuse shows, there is a range of behavior that is considered abusive. Each survivor of child sexual abuse has unique experiences, and they will react in unique ways. There is no one way to respond to being a victim of abuse, but it is not uncommon for adult survivors of child sexual abuse to experience things like…

Deep-seated feelings of blame, shame, and guilt. Some survivors blame themselves for the abuse or some aspect of the abuse. The truth is that no children should ever be sexually abused or have to defend themselves against abuse.

Difficulty with relationships and trust. Because many perpetrators of child sexual abuse are people the children know and love, as survivors grow up, they may have difficulty trusting that people in their lives will not harm them.

Low self-esteem. Perpetrators of child sexual abuse may tell children that they deserve the abuse or that they are bad. Children often believe and internal these messages. As adults, these messages can continue to affect their relationships, health, and career.

Reaching Out for Mental Health Care

If you are an adult survivor of child sexual abuse, know that help is available. If you are an adult caring for a child who has been sexually abused, know that help is available. Here are a few tips for finding a mental health professional:

  • Inquire about their past experience working with clients who experienced child sexual abuse. It is important that the therapist understand the dynamics that can be at play with child sexual abuse.
  • If you are making an appointment for your child, ask about their experiencing working with other children who are in the same age group.
  • Ask about the different methodologies they employ. For example, they may utilize Trauma-informed Dialectical Behavior Therapy (TIDBT). Another common methodology is Trauma-informed Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TICBT). This will help you understand what to expect as well.
  • Pay attention to your own feelings. Therapy may tread into uncomfortable topics, but every client should feel safe with their therapist.

Therapy at Thriveworks Alexandria, VA (Franconia) for Child Sexual Abuse

If a child in your life has been sexually abused, consider reaching out for help. And if you were sexually abused as a child, consider reaching out for help.

Thriveworks Alexandria has therapists who work with both adult and child survivors of sexual abuse. We are ready to work with you. When you contact our office, one of our scheduling specialists will answer your call—or you can book online to get started yourself.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Alexandria therapists and counselors accept 25 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

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Self-pay costs at Alexandria
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Talk therapy

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$1

Ongoing sessions

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Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

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$1

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Hear from our clients

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I was very satisfied with first session/consultation with my therapist. I feel confident she will address my needs and look forward to working with her.
Read more I was very satisfied with first session/consultation with my therapist. I feel confident she will address my needs and look forward to working with her.
Marjorie Feb 2024
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At 75 years old and still learning is wonderful. My counselor is simply an outstanding individual and human being. The "bank is closed", I understand more clearly by my counselor who, have been instrumental in " breaking down some walls" in my forward motion and healing from the pain
Read more At 75 years old and still learning is wonderful. My counselor is simply an outstanding individual and human being. The "bank is closed", I understand more clearly by my counselor who, have been instrumental in " breaking down some walls" in my forward motion and healing from the pain
Horace Feb 2024
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Bank closure is fundamentally when a financial institution goes bankrupt; however, parents can't go into bank closure for their children, family, and friends. Nevertheless, parents do close their bank (hearth) to minimize disrespect, abuse, and abundant misuse of LOVE. So I closed my life to abuse, disrespect, and misuse of ❤️
Read more Bank closure is fundamentally when a financial institution goes bankrupt; however, parents can't go into bank closure for their children, family, and friends. Nevertheless, parents do close their bank (hearth) to minimize disrespect, abuse, and abundant misuse of LOVE. So I closed my life to abuse, disrespect, and misuse of ❤️
Horace Jan 2024
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I am very happy with my therapist, I would give him 5 Stars but I am handicapped and the facility I go to has No Handicap access, No ramp or elevator and is on the third floor of a three story building.
Read more I am very happy with my therapist, I would give him 5 Stars but I am handicapped and the facility I go to has No Handicap access, No ramp or elevator and is on the third floor of a three story building.
Ed Jan 2024
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★★★★★
My therapist, Dee Jacobi Edwards, continues to help me deal with my individual struggles in life so that I can achieve peace in dealing with life situations. She is a wonderful therapist.
Read more My therapist, Dee Jacobi Edwards, continues to help me deal with my individual struggles in life so that I can achieve peace in dealing with life situations. She is a wonderful therapist.
Louisa Dec 2023
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Love our therapist.
Heidi Dec 2023
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My daughter's dad and I had a few sessions with Dee Jacobi-Edwards and she was great. She was very neutral and honest with both of us when it came to our disagreements and downfalls. She was also extremely patient with us throughout our sessions. I would absolutely recommend Dee.
Read more My daughter's dad and I had a few sessions with Dee Jacobi-Edwards and she was great. She was very neutral and honest with both of us when it came to our disagreements and downfalls. She was also extremely patient with us throughout our sessions. I would absolutely recommend Dee.
Alexandria Mar 2021
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I have been battling anxiety and depression for years, and Mary Alice Fields has helped me finally find some relief. She is dedicated to helping her clients live their best possible life, and she has helped me gain some peace in my life. I know she has help countless others, and I would highly recommend her to anyone who suffers from depression or anxiety issues.
Read more I have been battling anxiety and depression for years, and Mary Alice Fields has helped me finally find some relief. She is dedicated to helping her clients live their best possible life, and she has helped me gain some peace in my life. I know she has help countless others, and I would highly recommend her to anyone who suffers from depression or anxiety issues.
Alexandria Jan 2021
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Alexandria is located off of Franconia Rd., just behind Oak Tree Plaza. We share a building with MRM Associates. Right next door to us is a MakeSpace, and the closest bus stop is at Franconia Rd. & Beulah St.

Phone number

(703) 454-8246

Languages spoken by VA providers

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