Self-Harm Therapy in Altamonte Springs

Find Relief Without Hurting Yourself — Healing Is Possible

What Is Self-Harm?

Self-harm — also known as non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) — is the act of deliberately hurting your body as a way to cope with overwhelming emotions, numbness, or inner pain. This can include behaviors like cutting, burning, hitting, or scratching oneself.

While self-harm may bring temporary relief, it can also lead to feelings of shame, isolation, and distress. It’s not about attention — it’s often a deeply private attempt to manage emotions that feel unmanageable.

If you're struggling with self-injury, you're not broken. You're coping the best way you know how — and we’re here to help you find new tools that work without causing harm.

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Signs You May Be Struggling with Self-Harm

Frequent unexplained cuts, bruises, or burns

Wearing long sleeves or pants, even in warm weather
Isolation or withdrawal from friends and family
Emotional numbness or intense inner pain
Feelings of shame, guilt, or low self-worth
Using self-injury to “feel something” or to release emotional pressure

Whether you’ve been self-harming for years or just started recently, reaching out is a powerful step toward healing.

Our Approach to Self-Harm Therapy

At New Light Counseling, we offer a non-judgmental, compassionate space where you can explore what’s beneath the urge to harm yourself — and build safer, more effective ways to cope.

We specialize in:

Emotion Regulation & Distress Tolerance – Learn DBT and mindfulness-based tools to stay grounded during emotional overwhelm.
Trauma-Informed Therapy – Many who self-harm have unresolved trauma. We offer EMDR, somatic therapy, and narrative work to address the roots of pain.
Relational, Client-Centered Support – You don’t have to do this alone. Our therapists build deep, safe relationships that support your healing at your pace.
Cognitive and Behavioral Tools – Understand patterns, shift beliefs, and create healthier habits of self-care and self-expression.

You’ll never be pressured or pathologized. Our goal is always to honor your experience, support your growth, and help you find freedom.

Why Choose New Light Counseling for Self-Harm Therapy?

Inclusive, affirming, and identity-conscious care
Available for teens and adults
In-person in Altamonte Springs and virtually across Florida
We accept insurance and offer sliding scale options

Questions You Might Be Asking Yourself if You're Self-Harming

When you’re in pain, it’s normal to feel confused, scared, or unsure about what comes next. You might be asking yourself:

Why do I keep doing this if it hurts me?
Is there something wrong with me?
How do I stop without losing the only way I know to cope?
Will anyone understand me — or will they judge me?
What if I open up and it makes things worse?
Do I really deserve help?

These questions are valid. You’re not weak or attention-seeking — you’re human, and you're doing the best you can with what you’ve had. Therapy can help you make sense of these thoughts, uncover what’s driving the urge to harm, and give you new ways to meet your needs with care, not pain.

You're not alone, and you don't have to navigate this by yourself.

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For Loved Ones: Questions You Might Be Asking if Someone You Care About Self-Harms

Watching someone you love struggle with self-harm can be heartbreaking and confusing. You may be asking:

Why are they doing this — are they trying to get attention?
Is this a sign they’re suicidal?
How do I bring it up without making things worse?
Should I take away anything they could use to hurt themselves?
What kind of help do they really need?
Is this my fault?

Self-harm is often a way to manage overwhelming emotional pain — not a cry for attention or a suicide attempt. Your support can make a powerful difference. Therapy offers a safe space for your loved one to learn healthier ways to cope, and for you to get guidance on how to support them without judgment or fear.

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You Deserve Support — And Real Relief

If you're struggling with self-harm, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to keep suffering in silence. With the right support, you can feel more stable, connected, and in control.

Contact New Light Counseling in Altamonte Springs today to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We’re here when you’re ready.

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Your Self Harm Therapist

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Jessica Loerop, MA

Experienced in working with young adults dealing with anxiety, self-harm, and life transitions.

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Ashley McAuliffe, LMHC

Specializes in trauma-informed care, EMDR, and anxiety treatment for adults.

Therapy that Fits Your Life

We offer flexible scheduling, in-person sessions in Altamonte Springs, and secure online therapy across Florida. We are in-network with Aetna and Cigna, and offer affordable self-pay options with sliding scale rates.