Supporting Survivors Therapy in Madison, WI
In-Person in Madison, Wisconsin and Virtually Across Wisconsin
Supporting a Survivor, Find Clarity and Strength in Your Role
Being a partner or loved one of a sexual assault survivor can feel overwhelming, isolating, and confusing. You love someone who has experienced trauma, and their pain can ripple into your life. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Therapy can help you understand your feelings, set healthy boundaries, and rebuild connection and trust.
You might relate if…
⟡ You feel responsible for your loved ones emotions and second-guess your words or actions.
⟡ Intimacy feels complicated, triggering, or distant.
⟡ You feel anxious, misunderstood, or worried your relationship will never feel “normal” again.
⟡ You feel stuck between wanting to comfort your loved one and not knowing how.
⟡ You carry guilt or shame, even though you know the trauma isn’t your fault.
You’re Not Alone
Feeling this way doesn’t mean you’re failing as a loved one. Healing and growth are possible for both you and your loved one.
Supporting Survivors Therapy in Madison, WI Can Help
Imagine moving from…
⟡ Feeling unsure how to support your loved one → to knowing how to show up in ways that help them feel safe and cared for.
⟡ Not knowing what to do when your loved one panics → to feeling steady and confident in how to respond.
⟡ Carrying guilt or self-blame → to understanding the difference between your role and your loved one’s healing journey.
⟡ Feeling distant or disconnected → to rebuilding trust, intimacy, and connection together.
⟡ Worrying your relationship will never feel “normal” → to creating a new sense of closeness and stability that works for both of you.
Through Supporting Survivors Therapy, you can gain clarity, build confidence in your role, and learn to set healthy boundaries—so you can show up with compassion while also taking care of your own well-being.
Meet Jada!
Hi, I’m Jada LaBounty, a therapist in Madison, WI. Being a loved one of a survivor of sexual assault can leave you feeling unsure of how to start, what to say, or how to act. Many loved ones end up questioning themselves or putting their own needs aside, which only creates more stress and distance.
In therapy, we’ll focus not only on how to compassionately support your loved one, but also on you. This isn’t just about your loved one’s healing — it’s about finding balance for both of you. Together, we can work on building compassion, processing guilt or anxiety, and creating healthy boundaries so you can show up with clarity and care while also honoring your own well-being.
After working together, many clients feel lighter, more secure, and more capable of navigating both their relationship and their personal challenges. Therapy can help you find that balance — supporting your loved one while staying grounded in your own needs.
Your Healing Journey
Being a partner or loved one of a sexual assault survivor can feel confusing and overwhelming. Healing in this role isn’t linear—it’s a process of learning how to support your partner while also caring for yourself. Together, we’ll work on finding a balance that honors both of your needs.
You’ll gain tools to:
Understanding the Impact
Explore how trauma can affect your relationship, communication, and intimacy, so you can make sense of why certain moments feel so challenging.
Finding Your Own Grounding
Build tools to manage anxiety, guilt, or self-doubt, so you can stay calm and steady even when your loved one is triggered.
Restoring Boundaries
Learn how to set boundaries that protect your well-being while still showing up with compassion and support.
Releasing Guilt and Shame
Work through feelings of responsibility, blame, or “getting it wrong,” so you can connect with more confidence and clarity.
Rebuilding Connection
Develop healthier ways to connect, communicate, and share intimacy, so both you and your loved one feel supported, understood, and valued.
This isn’t about having all the answers or “fixing” your partner. It’s about creating a healthier balance where you can support your loved one while staying grounded in your own needs.
Find the Clarity You’re Looking For
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You can support your loved one while prioritizing your own well-being by setting clear boundaries, communicating openly, and recognizing what is within your control. Therapy helps you find that balance and build confidence in showing up compassionately without losing yourself.
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Intimacy can feel complicated when trauma is involved. Therapy provides tools to approach intimacy with patience, communication, and mutual consent, allowing both partners to feel safe and respected.
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These feelings are normal and valid. Therapy helps you process them, understand their roots, and develop healthier ways to cope, so they don’t interfere with your relationship or your own well-being.
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Learning grounding techniques, validating emotions without taking responsibility for the trauma, and communicating calmly are key strategies. Therapy gives you practical guidance to respond effectively while maintaining emotional safety for both of you.
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This balance comes from recognizing your limits, practicing self-compassion, and building supportive routines. Therapy helps you cultivate empathy without overextending yourself.
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Healthy boundaries are essential for sustaining a relationship. Therapy teaches ways to express your needs confidently and respectfully, while continuing to offer compassionate support.
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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:
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
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Therapy for Self-Esteem & Confidence
For anyone who’s felt unsure of themselves, doubted their worth, struggled with negative self-talk, or wanted to feel more confident and empowered in life.
⟡ Challenge negative self-talk and reframe self-critical thoughts
⟡ Build healthy boundaries and assert your needs with confidence
⟡ Strengthen self-compassion and trust in your abilities
⟡ Celebrate your achievements and acknowledge personal growth
⟡ Overcome fear of failure and embrace new opportunities
⟡ Improve confidence in relationships, work, and daily life
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Therapy for Rebuilding Trust and Healthy Relationships
For anyone who’s felt disconnected from others, struggled to trust after trauma, or is ready to feel safe and supported in their connections again.
⟡ Rebuild trust in yourself and others after betrayal or trauma
⟡ Learn to set boundaries that honor your needs and protect your healing
⟡ Navigate intimacy and closeness in ways that feel safe
⟡ Reduce fear, anxiety, and hypervigilance in relationships
⟡ Restore connection, support, and safety in friendships, family, or romantic relationships
⟡ Strengthen confidence and clarity in choosing healthy, fulfilling connections
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IT’S TIME TO TAKE CARE OF YOU
The fear of “doing it wrong” or not knowing how to help doesn’t have to hold you back. You can start understanding your role, showing up with compassion, and strengthening both your relationship and your own well-being. Schedule a free consultation today and take the first step toward a brighter tomorrow.