GUIDANCE FOR INTIMATE PARTNER ABUSE THERAPY

Intimate partner abuse victims often search for therapists who help them recover from the emotional injuries they experience. The purpose of this blog is to guide both prospective clients and therapists toward treatment success.

THE IMPORTANCE OF STORY

As we begin a new year, it’s important to recognize that new beginnings include telling your own story.

THE EARLY SIGNS OF COERCIVE RELATIONSHIPS

The answers to these questions offer clues as to whether coercive relationships will develop. Proceed with caution and talk about it if you don’t like what you see.

TIPS ON DIVORCING AN ABUSER

Divorce is never easy, and that is especially true for intimate partner abuse survivors. My last blog, Considering Divorce, was a walk-through of the process. During my interview with Holly Slota, attorney at Pines Bach LLP in Madison WI, I asked what issues make it more difficult for survivors. This blog combines her responses with guidance on how to handle each issue.

Criminalizing Coercive Control

My guest blogger is Caron Kipping, a Divorce and Separation Coach in Great Britain and the author of “Recognition to Recovery.”

Allies for Survivors

Allies are the first pearl in the necklace of insight, hope, and healing. Victims know the difference between an ally and someone who has an agenda.