Sexual Assault Survivor Therapy in Madison, WI
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Reclaiming Safety After Sexual Assault, Trust Your Body Again
Surviving sexual assault can leave deep wounds—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. You may feel unsafe in your own body, distrustful of others, or overwhelmed by memories you wish you could forget. Healing is possible, and you deserve support that meets you where you are.
You might relate if…
⟡ You feel on edge, hypervigilant, or easily startled.
⟡ Nightmares or intrusive memories make it hard to rest.
⟡ Intimacy, touch, or certain situations bring up fear or panic.
⟡ You feel disconnected from your body or numb during everyday life.
⟡ Trusting others—or even yourself—feels impossible.
⟡ Shame, guilt, or self-blame weigh heavily on you.
⟡ Avoiding reminders of the trauma limits your freedom and joy.
You’re Not Alone. Healing Is Possible.
Feeling this way doesn’t mean you’re broken. With the right support, you can begin to feel safe again, reconnect with yourself, and rebuild trust in your life and relationships.
Sexual Assault Survivor Therapy in Madison, WI Can Help
Imagine moving from…
⟡ Constantly reliving the past → to living more fully in the present.
⟡ Feeling unsafe and on edge → to feeling grounded and secure in your body.
⟡ Carrying shame and self-blame → to reclaiming your voice and self-worth.
⟡ Struggling in relationships → to building trust and connection again.
Through Sexual Assault Survivor Therapy, you can process trauma safely, reclaim your sense of self, and rebuild trust—moving toward a life where you feel grounded, empowered, and able to connect with others in meaningful ways.
Meet Jada, Trauma Therapist Supporting Survivors of Sexual Assault in Madison, WI
Hi, I’m Jada LaBounty, a therapist in Madison, WI who specializes in supporting survivors of sexual assault. Many of my clients come to me carrying anger, grief, or fear that feels too heavy to hold alone.
I understand how overwhelming the aftermath can be. Medical exams, legal processes, and the pressure to “move forward” often add to the weight of recovery. My role as a therapist is to create a safe, steady space where you don’t have to face it all alone.
After working together, many clients feel lighter, more secure, and more capable of handling life’s challenges. Therapy can help you reclaim your safety, voice, and confidence.
Your Healing Journey
Healing from sexual assault is not a straight path—it’s a process that unfolds at your pace. Together, we’ll explore your story with care and move through each part of the journey.
You’ll gain tools to:
Understanding the Impact: Explore how trauma affects your body, emotions, and sense of safety, so you can begin to make sense of your experiences.
Finding Safety and Stability: Learn grounding techniques and calming strategies to manage flashbacks, triggers, or dissociation, and begin to feel more at home in your own body.
Processing Painful Memories: When you feel ready, gently work through memories of the assault so they no longer hold the same power or control over your daily life.
Releasing Shame and Reclaiming Boundaries: Challenge self-blame, release guilt, and strengthen your ability to set boundaries that protect your healing.
Rebuilding Trust and Connection: Begin restoring trust in yourself and others, reconnect with intimacy on your terms, and nurture relationships that feel safe and supportive.
This isn’t about “just moving on.” It’s about creating lasting changes that allow you to live with more freedom, safety, and self-compassion after sexual assault.
Get Immediate Support Through RAINN
If you’ve experienced sexual assault, you don’t have to face it alone. The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) offers confidential support, a 24/7 hotline, and helpful resources for survivors and their loved ones. They provide guidance on safety planning, reporting options, and emotional support.
How Trauma Can Impact Relationships
Trauma doesn’t only affect your internal world—it can also change how you experience closeness, trust, and connection with others.
You may notice:
⟡ Difficulty trusting partners, friends, or family
⟡ Intimacy feeling unsafe, distant, or confusing
⟡ Pulling away from people you care about
⟡ Guilt or pressure about how your trauma affects others
Some survivors also carry a quiet sense of responsibility for their relationships. You might worry about being “too much,” feel pressure to reassure others, or struggle to honor your own limits without guilt.
In therapy, we can gently explore how trauma shows up in your relationships only if and when you’re ready. There is no expectation to focus on relationship healing before you feel safe, grounded, and supported within yourself. This work is about understanding your responses with compassion—not forcing closeness or pushing past your boundaries.
Supporting Loved Ones — Without Losing Yourself
If you have a partner, family member, or loved one involved in your life, therapy can also support you in navigating these relationships—while keeping the focus on your healing.
Trauma can affect communication, closeness, and emotional availability in ways that are hard to explain to others. You may find yourself feeling misunderstood, pressured to “be okay,” or unsure how to ask for what you need without feeling like a burden.
In therapy, we can:
⟡ Talk through how trauma shows up in your relationships
⟡ Practice communication that protects your boundaries and comfort level
⟡ Reduce pressure to “heal for someone else” or move faster than you’re ready
⟡ Help you stay grounded when others don’t fully understand your experience
⟡ Support you in honoring your needs without guilt or self-blame
This work is not about fixing relationships or managing other people’s emotions. It stays centered on your safety, your pace, and your healing, while giving you space to navigate connection in ways that feel respectful and supportive.
Find the Clarity You’re Looking For
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Processing traumatic memories, reducing PTSD symptoms, rebuilding trust, and increasing self-compassion.
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That’s okay. You decide what you share and when. Healing doesn’t require reliving every part of your story.
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Healing looks different for everyone. We’ll move at your pace, not a timeline.
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Many survivors do. Together, we’ll create a safe and steady foundation so you don’t have to face this alone.
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Yes. Sexual assault often affects closeness and trust. Therapy can help you navigate intimacy on your terms and rebuild healthy connections.
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Absolutely. These feelings are common after sexual assault, but they don’t define your worth. Therapy helps release blame and honor your true
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Yes. I previously worked in crisis intervention and served as an advocate for survivors, supporting them through medical appointments and court processes when they chose to press charges. I bring that experience to therapy, helping clients navigate these systems while focusing on their emotional safety and healing.
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My fee is $150 per 50-minute session. I am an out-of-network provider, which means I do not bill insurance directly. However, I can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement if your plan includes out-of-network benefits. Sliding-scale options may also be available. Need help navigating your insurance benefits? Learn more in my FAQ section.
Still have questions? Feel free to send me a message—I’m here to help!
Healing can look different for everyone. These services may complement your needs:
EMDR Therapy
For anyone who’s felt stuck in the past, haunted by memories, emotionally triggered by things that “shouldn’t” bother you, or overwhelmed by anxiety.
⟡ Process trauma safely without reliving every painful memory
⟡ Regulate emotions and calm your nervous system
⟡ Release shame, fear, or self-blame
⟡ Reconnect with your body and feel safe again
⟡ Heal relational and somatic patterns with SAFE EMDR
⟡ Gain clarity, resilience, and confidence to move forward
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Trauma & PTSD Therapy
For anyone who’s felt the weight of past experiences, struggled with constant fear or hypervigilance, or is ready to reclaim safety and confidence in their life.
⟡ Process and make sense of past trauma in a safe, supportive environment
⟡ Learn skills to manage triggers, flashbacks, and distressing memories
⟡ Restore trust in yourself and rebuild healthy relationships
⟡ Reduce anxiety, hypervigilance, and emotional overwhelm
⟡ Strengthen coping strategies and resilience for everyday life
⟡ Reconnect with your body, voice, and sense of safety
Therapy for Anxiety
For anyone who’s felt constantly on edge, anxious, or unable to quiet racing thoughts. Learn skills to calm your mind, reduce stress, and feel more grounded
⟡ Identify and understand patterns of anxious or racing thoughts
⟡ Build coping strategies to manage panic attacks, low mood, or emotional outbursts
⟡ Manage emotional ups and downs with practical coping strategies
⟡ Learn to pause, respond thoughtfully, and reduce reactive or avoidant patterns
⟡ Build confidence to face triggers and challenging situations
⟡ Reclaim focus, energy, and balance in work, relationships, and daily routines
IT’S TIME TO TAKE CARE OF YOU
The weight of what happened doesn’t have to hold you down anymore. Together, we can face the weight of what happened, build coping skills, and reclaim your sense of safety and confidence. Schedule a free consultation today and take the first step toward a brighter tomorrow.