Virtual Therapy across New York & New Jersey.
Therapy for
Sexual Trauma in NYC
Healing is possible. Learn to trust yourself again.
Experiences of sexual trauma can teach you to live in survival mode.
You might find yourself planning out every next step, second-guessing your reactions, or struggling to trust your gut on what feels safe. Your body is on alert and your mind is racing.
It’s difficult to know how to live differently, even when you’re safe now.
Therapy for sexual trauma offers a space to gently explore what you’ve been carrying. It can help you make connections to understand why you feel the way you do while developing strategies to feel more grounded.
Healing isn’t about forcing yourself to get over what happened. It’s about moving at a pace that allows you to regulate your nervous system, regain trust in your intuition, and move forward in healthy relationships.
Whether you’ve experienced childhood sexual abuse, exploitation, sexual assault, or domestic violence, sexual trauma and its effects can look differently for each individual. You might notice it in the way you feel, think, or interact with others.
You might benefit from therapy for sexual trauma if…
You’re feeling on edge, jumpy, or sensitive to touch
Intrusive memories make it difficult to concentrate or sleep
You’re caught in patterns of guilt, shame, or self-doubt
You feel disconnected from your body or things don’t feel real
You’re easily irritable, restless, or sensitive to crying
You want to understand and make changes to these patterns
Working together, we’ll gain a deeper understanding of these patterns – how your body has responded to protect you – and then gradually shift how you respond in the present, so that you can feel safer, and more in control.
Start Therapy for Sexual Trauma in NYC today!
What if you could go from…
Feeling constantly on edge → To being able to regulate your nervous system
Second-guessing yourself → To trusting your reactions
Silent resentment mixed with feelings of guilt → To asking for what you need
Shutting down, zoning out, or self-medicating → To being able to sit with uncertainty
Avoiding intimacy out of fear → To making conscious choices about relationships
Let’s replace “What’s wrong with me?” with: “Of course I feel this way, given what I’ve experienced.”
What therapy for sexual trauma might look like…
Trauma therapy isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. We’ll start by building a therapeutic relationship and creating a space where you can feel as comfortable and safe as possible.
We’ll spend time getting to know you and your story. Depending on your needs, we’ll develop goals to guide our work together.
Each session, you’re invited to come as you are - there’s no scripts or expectations. I’ll meet you where you are and we’ll go from there…
We might explore how past experience have shaped your reactions in the present to gain understanding.
We can examine what thoughts and behaviors are serving you and which ones are holding you back from living fully.
We might tune into how your body is feeling and practice strategies to create more calm in your mind and body.
Meet Your NYC Sexual Trauma Therapist
Julie Koven, Ph.D.
Hi! I’m Julie, a licensed psychologist specializing in helping adults heal from the lasting impact of sexual trauma. For the past 10 years, I have worked with adults navigating the effects of traumatic sexual and relational experiences, including difficulties with trust, boundaries, intimacy, and self-worth.
As a psychologist and professor, I’m passionate about not just getting you from Point A to Point B but also helping you to understand how your body and mind have responded to trauma and what options you have moving forward. I believe in empowering clients with knowledge so that you can exercise autonomy in and out of therapy.
You deserve to feel safe in your body, trust yourself, and live a life where you aren’t held back by the past. Let’s work together to get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I provide virtual therapy across New York & New Jersey through a secure, HIPAA complaint telehealth platform. Clients find this to be incredibly convenient and just as effective as in-person.
If you prefer in-person therapy, I might not be the best fit for you and that’s ok! If you’re hesitant about online therapy, feel free to schedule a free consultation, and we can discuss your concerns.
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I typically meet with clients once a week for a 50-minute therapy session. If your needs change, we can adjust the frequency.
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The first step is scheduling a free 15-20 minute consultation call by clicking HERE! During our call, we’ll talk about what you’re looking for, answer any questions you have, and then find a time to meet for weekly sessions.
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My rate for a 50-minute therapy session is $225. I dedicate a portion of my caseload to sliding scale spots to make therapy more accessible to clients. If cost is a barrier, please inquire about my sliding scale option.
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I am in-network with Aetna. For other insurance plans, I am considered to be an out-of-network mental health provider.
I am happy to provide monthly superbills for you to submit to insurance. I recommend checking with your insurance about your out-of-network mental health benefits as many of my clients are able to get reimbursement from their insurance.
Why you might consider working with an out-of-network therapist:
No limitations on sessions. We can meet without worrying about insurance cutting off the length, frequency, or duration of therapy.
It helps me keep your information confidential. No need to submit your diagnosis or notes to insurance for treatment.
Therapy is personal! It should be individualized and flexible to your needs and should not be dictated by insurance.
Need something else?
Additional Therapy Services
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THERAPY FOR ANXIETY
Constantly overthinking? Stuck in patterns of people pleasing, conflict avoidance, or self-criticism? In therapy, we’ll explore the “why” and bolster skills to manage the negative thoughts and uncomfortable sensations that come with anxiety.
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THERAPY FOR OCD
Feeling exhausted and consumed by unwanted thoughts, mental images, or urges to check? Rituals and reassurance-seeking may provide temporary relief, but they perpetuate the cycle. Therapy can help you make changes to manage the impact of OCD on your daily life.
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ENM, POLY, & MODERN RELATIONSHIPS
Wondering if there’s more than one “right” way to do relationships? If you’re curious about non-monogamy or navigating poly challenges in existing relationships, therapy can help you clarify your needs and boundaries, explore your desires, and communicate more effectively.
No default scripts.
Not trauma-driven choices.
Something intentional.
Start your therapy journey today.
Contact information:
Email juliekovenphd@gmail.com
Call or text 929.489.1160
healing is possible. learn to trust yourself again.
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healing is possible. learn to trust yourself again. —