Past abuse may have cast a long shadow over your life, shaping how you see yourself, others, and the world around you. The emotional wounds might show up as feelings of shame, self-doubt, or by making your emotions difficult to manage. Your mood may swing from feeling like you react to the smallest comment some days to feeling emotionally numb on others. “I feel like I’m always on edge, and when I’m not, I’m completely shut down. It’s exhausting.” If this sounds familiar, it’s important to know that you’re not alone—and there is a way forward.

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The lasting effects of abuse might also appear as anxiety, depression, or challenges in maintaining healthy relationships. You could feel weighed down by persistent worry, fear of rejection, or sadness that feels impossible to shake. “I constantly feel like I’m not good enough, and no matter what I do, that voice in my head won’t stop criticizing me.” Perhaps trusting others feels risky, or you’ve noticed unhealthy dynamics in your relationships. “I want to connect with people, but I’m so afraid of getting hurt that I push them away.” These challenges are not your fault—they are the echoes of a painful past. But they don’t have to define your future.

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Healing from abuse is your personal journey, and therapy can provide the safe space you need to explore and address its impact. Evidence-based approaches, such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), can help you process the pain, reclaim your sense of self-worth, and develop tools to create healthier patterns in your life. “For the first time, I’m starting to believe that I’m not broken—that healing is possible for me.” With compassionate support, you can quiet the inner critic, rebuild your self-esteem, and release the self-blame that’s been holding you back.

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You have the power to reclaim your life, rebuild your confidence, and create fulfilling relationships. While this journey may feel daunting, every step you take brings you closer to peace and freedom. “I’m learning to trust myself again, and that feels like such a big step.” You deserve healing, joy, and a future where your past no longer controls you. Let’s begin this transformative journey together and help you create the life you’ve always deserved.

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I graduated from Louisiana State University with degrees in Education and Social Work. Before working as a therapist in private practice, I worked with adolescents as a teacher for 20 years. I have continued to use my role as a teacher to support therapists by supervising masters-level social workers who are working on earning their clinical licensure. I also provide trainings throughout the state for mental health therapists who want to learn how to use Accelerated Resolution Therapy. In addition to therapy, I also serve on the board of AFCC-LA in order to help increase success in families who are in the midst of high-conflict divorces.

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