Therapy for
Sexual Trauma in NYC

You might benefit from sexual trauma therapy if past experiences are still affecting how you feel about yourself, your body, your relationships, or your ability to trust yourself.

You may notice anxiety, shame, difficulty with boundaries or intimacy, feeling disconnected from your body, relationship difficulties, or a tendency to ignore your own needs. You don't have to identify your experience as “traumatic” or have a specific diagnosis to seek support.

No. You are in control of what you share and when you share it.

Trauma therapy does not require you to share details of traumatic events. We can begin by focusing on what you’re experiencing now and how it’s impacting your self-worth, relationships, or work. We can gradually explore the past when, and if, it feels helpful. Your pace and comfort matter.

“You do trauma therapy without making it feel like trauma therapy.” – Current client, with permission.

A trauma-informed approach recognizes that your past experiences can shape how you feel, think, behave, and relate to yourself and others. Experiences such as dysfunctional family dynamics, religious harm, toxic or unsafe environments, and identity-based oppression can influence the coping strategies and relationship patterns you develop to protect yourself.

Rather than focusing on what is “wrong” with you, trauma therapy helps you understand where these patterns came from and why they may no longer be serving you.

Together, we’ll work on building self-trust, understanding your emotional and nervous system responses, and recognizing the difference between a trauma response and your intuition. The goal is not simply to manage symptoms, but to help you feel more grounded, make intentional choices, and develop ways of relating that feel more authentic to you.

I believe in empowering clients with knowledge and choices to maximize their autonomy and comfort. You’re encouraged to bring whatever helps you feel regulated to session – a fidget toy, blanket, stuffed animal, or even your pet. I’ll also provide options throughout therapy and invite your feedback so you can have an active role in shaping your treatment and advocating for your needs, both in and outside of therapy.

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.

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.

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.

You can also call/text 929-489-1160 or send me an email at juliekovenphd@gmail.com