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Child Abuse Services Enid OK

Local resource for child abuse services in Enid. Includes detailed information on local clinics that provide access to child abuse prevention, as well as advice and content on how to identify a child abuser, how to protect a child from abuse, and what services to contact if you know a child who is being abused.

Allison C. Howe-McNeil
(580) 585-5713
Lawton/Ft. Sill VA Outpatient Clinic
Fort Sill, OK
Services
Individual Psychotherapy, Anxiety Disorder (e.g., generalized anxiety, phobia, panic or obsessive-compulsive disorder), Mood Disorder (e.g., depression, manic-depressive disorder), PostTraumatic Stress Disorder or Acute Trauma Reaction, Problem Related to Abuse or Neglect (e.g., domestic violence, child abuse)
Ages Served
Adults (18-64 yrs.)
Older adults (65 yrs. or older)
Education Info
Doctoral Program: University of Connecticut
Credentialed Since: 1993-08-06

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Raymond Marcus Fuchs
(405) 760-2908
Ste 518, Midtown Plaza Bldg
Norman, OK
Services
Behavioral Health Intervention involving Medical Conditions/Disorder, Forensic Evaluation (e.g., mental competency evaluation), Problem Related to Abuse or Neglect (e.g., domestic violence, child abuse), Adjustment Disorder (e.g., bereavement, acad, job, mar, or fam prob), Health Services Consultation to Business or Organizations
Ages Served
Adults (18-64 yrs.)
Adolescents (13-17 yrs.)
Older adults (65 yrs. or older)
Children (3-12 yrs.)
Education Info
Doctoral Program: U Okla
Credentialed Since: 1996-02-05

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Karan E. Allbright
(405) 949-9322
3832 N. Meridian
Oklahoma City, OK
Services
Individual Psychotherapy, Psychological Assessment, Problem Related to Abuse or Neglect (e.g., domestic violence, child abuse), Psychoeducational Evaluation, Family Psychotherapy
Ages Served
Children (3-12 yrs.)
Adolescents (13-17 yrs.)
Adults (18-64 yrs.)
Older adults (65 yrs. or older)
Education Info
Doctoral Program: University of Southern Mississippi
Credentialed Since: 1987-09-28

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Nancy Hiatt Dilley
(405) 329-7923
510 24th Ave SW
Norman, OK
Services
PostTraumatic Stress Disorder or Acute Trauma Reaction, Anxiety Disorder (e.g., generalized anxiety, phobia, panic or obsessive-compulsive disorder), Adjustment Disorder (e.g., bereavement, acad, job, mar, or fam prob), Substance-Related Disorder (e.g., abuse or dependency involving drug/alcohol), Problem Related to Abuse or Neglect (e.g., domestic violence, child abuse)
Ages Served
Adults (18-64 yrs.)
Older adults (65 yrs. or older)
Education Info
Doctoral Program: Alliant International University - Fresno
Credentialed Since: 1990-06-11

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Enid Adventure Program
(580) 234-0001
3601 E Randolph Ave
Enid, OK
 
Kathleen Lacey
(405) 226-2572
103 W Broadway
Anadarko, OK
Services
Cultural Diversity Issues, Disorder Diagnosed in Infancy-Adolescence (e.g., ADHD, LD, MR, or Pervasive Devel Disorder), Family Psychotherapy, Problem Related to Abuse or Neglect (e.g., domestic violence, child abuse), Individual Psychotherapy
Ages Served
Adolescents (13-17 yrs.)
Children (3-12 yrs.)
Adults (18-64 yrs.)
Older adults (65 yrs. or older)
Education Info
Doctoral Program: U Okla
Credentialed Since: 2008-11-17

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Ms. Rebecca Stanford
Rebecca Elizabeth Stanford, LCSW
(405) 286-6020
6520 North Western Suite 101
Oklahoma City, OK
Credentials
Credentials: LCSW
Licensed in Oklahoma
12 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder, Behavioral Problems, Bipolar Disorders, Career/Employment Concerns, Child Abuse and Neglect, Couple or Marital Issues, Depression, Family Dysfunction, Grief/Loss, In
Populations Served
Children of Divorce, Caregivers, Step Families
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Preschool (Under 6), Children (6-12), Adolescents (13-17), Young Adults (18-25), Adults (26-59)

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Sandra F. Allen
(405) 271-4219
Univ. of Okla. Hlth Sciences Ctr
Oklahoma City, OK
Services
Individual Psychotherapy, Play Therapy, Problem Related to Abuse or Neglect (e.g., domestic violence, child abuse), Adjustment Disorder (e.g., bereavement, acad, job, mar, or fam prob)
Education Info
Doctoral Program: U Okla
Credentialed Since: 1991-09-16

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North Care Children's Initiative
(580) 237-5564
102 S Van Buren St
Enid, OK
 
Southern Heights Community Organization
(580) 234-8773
451 E State Ave
Enid, OK
 
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Child Abuse Services

Preventing Abuse in Future Generations

by Marlene M. Maheu, Ph.D.

Please remember, this column is designed to help the consumer seeking behavioral-health information, and not intended to be any form of psychotherapy or a replacement for professional, individualized services. Opinions expressed in the column are those of the columnist and do not represent the position of other SelfhelpMagazine.com staff.

Question

Can you share any ideas or resources you may have that support the idea that today's abused children do not have to become the villains of tomorrow.

Answer

The theme that echoes throughout child abuse literature is "Breaking the Cycle." The cycle is a description of violence, abuse and neglect that passes from one generation to the next. Such a pattern can be broken with proper intervention. Much research has been done identifying effective interventions and outcomes. The American Humane Association has extensive resources available for national use. They can be reached @ 1-800-227-4645.

Another perspective on "Breaking the Cycle" might be the recognition that people have enormous resiliency and natural capacity for healing and growing. This can fuel hope in people for a successful future. It can provide the strength necessary for people to overcome despair. Any debate should include a recognition of the impact of buffering relationships and how they nurture abused children. When their resilience is nurtured, people develop positive self images. This is what helps them regain control and become well-adjusted adults.

These thoughts can be further pursued in:

The Resilient Self: How Survivors of Troubled Families Rise Above Adversity, by S.Wolin and S.Wolin (New York, NY: Villard Books, 1993):5. Victim To Victimizer: Rethinking Victim Treatment, by G.Ryan in Journal Of Interpersonal Violence

A poem written by Thomas Baker, Ph.D. is worthy of quoting:

Two Children
Same family,
Same neighborhood,
S...

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