Tag Archive for: intimate partner violence

HOW TO EMPOWER YOURSELF WHEN AN INTIMATE PARTNER ABUSES YOU

This blog is the beginning of a seven-part series regarding therapeutic basics that I found addressed survivors’ concerns and encouraged post-traumatic growth. Each of my next six blogs will go into more depth. I think you will find they help you to empower yourself.

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.

GRIEF AS PART OF HEALING

Grief is always a normal and important part of healing for intimate partner abuse survivors.

LANGUAGE AND POWER

None of us escape from the language of patriarchy. Increasing our awareness of sexist language releases us from unjust outlooks on men and women.

EMOTIONAL ABUSE HEALING: SEE THE RED AND YELLOW LIGHTS

Here are some questions whose answers offer clues about whether you are dealing with someone who is emotionally abusive. 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.