Domestic Abuse Counselling in Lane Cove, NSW

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Kristy-Lee Ferry
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lane Cove, NSW 2066
I am trauma informed and specialises in •Relationships - navigating divorce, infidelity, ethical non-monogamy and domestic abuse, •Female sexuality - empowerment, diversity and identity, fetishes and kinks •Somatic awareness for anxiety, Attachment needs •Meditation and the mind-body connection.
Do you struggle with relationship difficulties, from intimate partners to friendships? Whether it be from infidelity, monogamy or navigating ethical non-monogamy to dishonesty, trust, boundary setting or simply the courage to express your needs. Have you been deeply hurt in a relationship and at a loss as to how to heal and where to go from here? Do you need to break free of people pleasing patterns and the anxiety and guilt around being authentic to your needs? Do you struggle with the courage to express your needs? These are just some of the many questions that life throws at us and they can often be complex issues to unravel...
I am trauma informed and specialises in •Relationships - navigating divorce, infidelity, ethical non-monogamy and domestic abuse, •Female sexuality - empowerment, diversity and identity, fetishes and kinks •Somatic awareness for anxiety, Attachment needs •Meditation and the mind-body connection.
Do you struggle with relationship difficulties, from intimate partners to friendships? Whether it be from infidelity, monogamy or navigating ethical non-monogamy to dishonesty, trust, boundary setting or simply the courage to express your needs. Have you been deeply hurt in a relationship and at a loss as to how to heal and where to go from here? Do you need to break free of people pleasing patterns and the anxiety and guilt around being authentic to your needs? Do you struggle with the courage to express your needs? These are just some of the many questions that life throws at us and they can often be complex issues to unravel...
(02) 9100 0218 View (02) 9100 0218
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Aarthi Udayakumar
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Lane Cove, NSW 2066
Aarthi is registered as a clinical counsellor with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). She brings over 10 years of experience working directly with clients from all walks of life. Aarthi has experience working with individuals and families experiencing concerns relating to couples, domestic and family violence, trauma, grief and loss, child welfare and wellbeing, as well as depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues. She has experience using trauma informed, strengths-based and outcomes focussed practices. Aarthi is dedicated to providing a service that is person-centred.
Aarthi is registered as a clinical counsellor with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). She brings over 10 years of experience working directly with clients from all walks of life. Aarthi has experience working with individuals and families experiencing concerns relating to couples, domestic and family violence, trauma, grief and loss, child welfare and wellbeing, as well as depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues. She has experience using trauma informed, strengths-based and outcomes focussed practices. Aarthi is dedicated to providing a service that is person-centred.
(02) 9100 0497 View (02) 9100 0497
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Christine Hughes
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Lane Cove, NSW 2066
Qualified and experienced Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor specialising in treatment for a broad range of people from adolescents to adults of all ages.- If you are struggling with Mental Health (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Mood Disorders, ADHD) - Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Sex, Gaming, Work and Eating Disorders) - Trauma (Childhood Physical, Emotional and Sexual Abuse) - Grief and Loss (Unresolved Grief and Empty Chair Work Therapy) - Co-Dependency in Relationships (Conflict, Boundaries and Communication Issues) then I have the skill set to help you overcome these challenges if you are willing to do the work.
Qualified and experienced Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor specialising in treatment for a broad range of people from adolescents to adults of all ages.- If you are struggling with Mental Health (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Mood Disorders, ADHD) - Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Sex, Gaming, Work and Eating Disorders) - Trauma (Childhood Physical, Emotional and Sexual Abuse) - Grief and Loss (Unresolved Grief and Empty Chair Work Therapy) - Co-Dependency in Relationships (Conflict, Boundaries and Communication Issues) then I have the skill set to help you overcome these challenges if you are willing to do the work.
(02) 8403 1536 View (02) 8403 1536
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Glenda Benitez
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lane Cove, NSW 2066  (Online Only)
Our emotions play a key role in our mental health. They can make us feel happy, sad, frustrated, depressed, angry, fear or in calm. But when they are affected, the emotions can affect our thinking, behaviour or physical health through symptoms such as insomnia, tiredness, overthinking, lack of energy and many others. So, the goal is to be able to successfully manage the most difficult situation in our life to have a better relationship with ourselves and our loved ones. If we have mental health we will be able to face any situation no matter how difficult it may be. Look for a mental health support is the best decision!
Our emotions play a key role in our mental health. They can make us feel happy, sad, frustrated, depressed, angry, fear or in calm. But when they are affected, the emotions can affect our thinking, behaviour or physical health through symptoms such as insomnia, tiredness, overthinking, lack of energy and many others. So, the goal is to be able to successfully manage the most difficult situation in our life to have a better relationship with ourselves and our loved ones. If we have mental health we will be able to face any situation no matter how difficult it may be. Look for a mental health support is the best decision!
(02) 8806 1249 View (02) 8806 1249
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Fully Human Fully Alive Psychology & Counselling
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Lane Cove, NSW 2066
Fully Human Fully Alive Psychology and Counselling Relationship Centre is a team of highly trained professionals providing the ultimate in wellbeing treatment for Relationships: couple, parent and baby, child and parent, men isolated from feelings. We have a strong reputation for providing a warm and personalised service using research based approaches.
Fully Human Fully Alive Psychology and Counselling Relationship Centre is a team of highly trained professionals providing the ultimate in wellbeing treatment for Relationships: couple, parent and baby, child and parent, men isolated from feelings. We have a strong reputation for providing a warm and personalised service using research based approaches.
(02) 8074 3769 View (02) 8074 3769
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Travis Grogan
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Lane Cove, NSW 2066
I'm here to help people navigate life's complex twists and turns. I love to work with adolescents (15+) and adults, couples, and families, supporting them to understand why they are seeking therapy and to build strategies to grow develop lasting change. My ideal client(s) is a person or a couple who comes to the first session, that's it. Often, that can be the biggest of step!
I'm here to help people navigate life's complex twists and turns. I love to work with adolescents (15+) and adults, couples, and families, supporting them to understand why they are seeking therapy and to build strategies to grow develop lasting change. My ideal client(s) is a person or a couple who comes to the first session, that's it. Often, that can be the biggest of step!
(02) 9100 0027 View (02) 9100 0027
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Menaka Iyengar Cooke M.app.psych
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Lane Cove, NSW 2066
Clients want help with managing stress and anxiety over life matters such as workplace issues, relationships including marriage ups-and-downs, divorce and separation; death including grief and loss; personal development from being assertive to managing health and personal wellbeing; assistance in being better parents; personal trauma incuding sexual assault or bodily harm or migration difficulties
Clients want help with managing stress and anxiety over life matters such as workplace issues, relationships including marriage ups-and-downs, divorce and separation; death including grief and loss; personal development from being assertive to managing health and personal wellbeing; assistance in being better parents; personal trauma incuding sexual assault or bodily harm or migration difficulties
(02) 8069 5431 View (02) 8069 5431
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Sabine Luebben
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Lane Cove, NSW 2066
Not accepting new clients
I have worked with clients with lived experience of foster care, adoption and childhood emotional, physical and sexual abuse and supported clients dealing with the National Redress Scheme.
I am a clinical psychologist with 25 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and older adults and combine face to face and telehealth support to clients across Australia. My approach is grounded in providing a warm and respectful therapeutic relationship and working together collaboratively to accommodate your individual needs and goals. I draw on a variety of therapies including psychodynamic psychotherapy, attachment-based and relational approaches as well as DBT and mindfulness. I support clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and clients coping with life transitions.
I have worked with clients with lived experience of foster care, adoption and childhood emotional, physical and sexual abuse and supported clients dealing with the National Redress Scheme.
I am a clinical psychologist with 25 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and older adults and combine face to face and telehealth support to clients across Australia. My approach is grounded in providing a warm and respectful therapeutic relationship and working together collaboratively to accommodate your individual needs and goals. I draw on a variety of therapies including psychodynamic psychotherapy, attachment-based and relational approaches as well as DBT and mindfulness. I support clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and clients coping with life transitions.
(02) 8403 0804 View (02) 8403 0804

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Relationship Psychotherapy : Trauma Sensitive Care
Psychotherapist, MPsych, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cammeray, NSW 2062
This includes working with trauma, violence and abuse.
Life can throw up sticky moments which can feel experientially ‘heavy’. Where once we seemed to have managed well enough, where now it feels like something else is needed to meet that moment in a more enduring way. I platform a space that is safe, secure and stable that holds our work together in finding a more enduring way forward. “The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity. The fears are paper tigers. You can do anything you decide to do. You can act to change and control your life; and the process is its own reward”. Amelia Earhart
This includes working with trauma, violence and abuse.
Life can throw up sticky moments which can feel experientially ‘heavy’. Where once we seemed to have managed well enough, where now it feels like something else is needed to meet that moment in a more enduring way. I platform a space that is safe, secure and stable that holds our work together in finding a more enduring way forward. “The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity. The fears are paper tigers. You can do anything you decide to do. You can act to change and control your life; and the process is its own reward”. Amelia Earhart
(02) 9541 8740 View (02) 9541 8740
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Katherine Gambell
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Ryde, NSW 2113
Are you looking for someone to process life's issues with? Perhaps you have experienced trauma, abuse, domestic violence, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts or other issues that you keep you stuck. Are you looking for someone who will walk with you on the journey and seek to really understand you? Maybe you are looking for some deeper understanding of what is going on, some goals to aim for, or some tools to help you along the way? Maybe you just need someone to listen?
Are you looking for someone to process life's issues with? Perhaps you have experienced trauma, abuse, domestic violence, relationship difficulties, grief, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts or other issues that you keep you stuck. Are you looking for someone who will walk with you on the journey and seek to really understand you? Maybe you are looking for some deeper understanding of what is going on, some goals to aim for, or some tools to help you along the way? Maybe you just need someone to listen?
(02) 8294 9321 View (02) 8294 9321
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Helen Caroline Gibbons
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
North Sydney, NSW 2060  (Online Only)
I am a very experienced holistic focused Clinical Psychologist having worked in clinical practice and health psychology for over 25 years. I have a warm and caring approach to psychotherapy and treat all my clients with respect. I am passionate about helping clients who are struggling as a result of anxiety, depression, trauma, narcissistic abuse, work stress, psychosomatic or chronic medical conditions. I also offer a neuro-affirming service in the management of adult and young adult ADHD and ASD.
I am a very experienced holistic focused Clinical Psychologist having worked in clinical practice and health psychology for over 25 years. I have a warm and caring approach to psychotherapy and treat all my clients with respect. I am passionate about helping clients who are struggling as a result of anxiety, depression, trauma, narcissistic abuse, work stress, psychosomatic or chronic medical conditions. I also offer a neuro-affirming service in the management of adult and young adult ADHD and ASD.
(02) 5104 1059 View (02) 5104 1059
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Jennifer Perkins Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
North Sydney, NSW 2060
Trauma informed, EMDR Certified and a vision towards social justice, Jennifer is excellent with PTSD, trauma, abuse and other difficult experiences.
Life is meant to be lived with joy. Let's help eliminate the barriers. Jennifer is an extremely well qualified therapist who works with you to help solve problems. She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships. This means she is excellent at helping you work through a difficult family history, messy relationships or even offering parenting skills. She is dedicated to helping you have the most healing and positive experience possible and honored to walk this journey with you. She is committed to providing a quality experience including a strong vision towards social justice and social equality especially with LGBTQI folks.
Trauma informed, EMDR Certified and a vision towards social justice, Jennifer is excellent with PTSD, trauma, abuse and other difficult experiences.
Life is meant to be lived with joy. Let's help eliminate the barriers. Jennifer is an extremely well qualified therapist who works with you to help solve problems. She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships. This means she is excellent at helping you work through a difficult family history, messy relationships or even offering parenting skills. She is dedicated to helping you have the most healing and positive experience possible and honored to walk this journey with you. She is committed to providing a quality experience including a strong vision towards social justice and social equality especially with LGBTQI folks.
(02) 8074 5705 View (02) 8074 5705
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Sonia Scali
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Balmain, NSW 2041
Welcome, I’m Sonia, a warm, compassionate and open-minded counsellor. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative and strength-based, listening and tailoring my approach around your needs. My aim is to help you manage life's challenges with self-compassion and self-kindness. I work with both adults and adolescents, specialising in trauma, PTSD and C-PTSD, domestic and family violence, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, life transitions, difficulties with boundaries, family estrangement and shame. Supporting my clients with communication and interpersonal relationships is a special interest of mine.
Welcome, I’m Sonia, a warm, compassionate and open-minded counsellor. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative and strength-based, listening and tailoring my approach around your needs. My aim is to help you manage life's challenges with self-compassion and self-kindness. I work with both adults and adolescents, specialising in trauma, PTSD and C-PTSD, domestic and family violence, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, life transitions, difficulties with boundaries, family estrangement and shame. Supporting my clients with communication and interpersonal relationships is a special interest of mine.
(02) 9100 0424 View (02) 9100 0424
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Annette Tavitian
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chatswood, NSW 2067
Over the years as a therapist I have helped women heal and move forward from the pain they are experiencing from Narcissistic Abuse.
Have you just discovered your partner or family member might be a narcissist? Is it bothering you because no one understands the lies, master manipulation gaslighting or infidelity? If you are suffering the effects of relationship breakdown as a result of narcissistic personality (NPD) abuse, I can help. I individually tailor sessions to address the profound impact of toxic relationships, whether with family members or partner as a result of abuse touching on associated grief and loss as well as associated trauma. Explore your issues in a supportive space that acknowledges the challenges of recovery, fostering resilience and growth.
Over the years as a therapist I have helped women heal and move forward from the pain they are experiencing from Narcissistic Abuse.
Have you just discovered your partner or family member might be a narcissist? Is it bothering you because no one understands the lies, master manipulation gaslighting or infidelity? If you are suffering the effects of relationship breakdown as a result of narcissistic personality (NPD) abuse, I can help. I individually tailor sessions to address the profound impact of toxic relationships, whether with family members or partner as a result of abuse touching on associated grief and loss as well as associated trauma. Explore your issues in a supportive space that acknowledges the challenges of recovery, fostering resilience and growth.
(02) 4306 7892 View (02) 4306 7892
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Petroula Quinn
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladesville, NSW 2111
Petroula has significant experience working with Trauma related issues, such as the impact of childhood abuse, neglect, domestic violence, workplace bullying and sexual assault.
Petroula provides Psychology consultations to those wishing to improve their mental health, ranging from workplace stress to significant mental health concerns. By considering the unique personal strengths and challenges of each person, she aims to creative a supportive environment to help people work through their struggles overcome difficulties.
Petroula has significant experience working with Trauma related issues, such as the impact of childhood abuse, neglect, domestic violence, workplace bullying and sexual assault.
Petroula provides Psychology consultations to those wishing to improve their mental health, ranging from workplace stress to significant mental health concerns. By considering the unique personal strengths and challenges of each person, she aims to creative a supportive environment to help people work through their struggles overcome difficulties.
(02) 8000 1671 View (02) 8000 1671
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Kate Mackie (Previously O'Brien)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Balmain, NSW 2041
As humans, we will all go through challenging times and need support. Therapeutically, I work to assist the brain and body cope with trauma, challenging emotions & life experiences. I aim to sensitively attune to each person and look to work together to address your concerns. I humanise lived experiences and see the relevance of how our social and cultural context can shape our mood, mental health and recovery. I have special interest and experience working with people who have had a difficult childhood and those affected by trauma including sexual, physical, emotional, psychological & domestic abuse.
As humans, we will all go through challenging times and need support. Therapeutically, I work to assist the brain and body cope with trauma, challenging emotions & life experiences. I aim to sensitively attune to each person and look to work together to address your concerns. I humanise lived experiences and see the relevance of how our social and cultural context can shape our mood, mental health and recovery. I have special interest and experience working with people who have had a difficult childhood and those affected by trauma including sexual, physical, emotional, psychological & domestic abuse.
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Sophie Mellish
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I have extensive expertise in domestic violence and narcissistic personality disorder.
My name is Sophie, a Sydney-based counsellor/psychotherapist living and working on Cammeraygal land. My pronouns are she/her. I work within a person-centred, integrative framework. In our work, we will explore and unpack what is happening for you with compassion and curiosity. Typically, when we have a better understanding of something, we feel more confident on how to move forward. Once we arrive here, this is the space where we can create meaningful and lasting change. I feel incredibly privileged to be walking alongside individuals in their therapeutic journey.
I have extensive expertise in domestic violence and narcissistic personality disorder.
My name is Sophie, a Sydney-based counsellor/psychotherapist living and working on Cammeraygal land. My pronouns are she/her. I work within a person-centred, integrative framework. In our work, we will explore and unpack what is happening for you with compassion and curiosity. Typically, when we have a better understanding of something, we feel more confident on how to move forward. Once we arrive here, this is the space where we can create meaningful and lasting change. I feel incredibly privileged to be walking alongside individuals in their therapeutic journey.
(02) 9100 0617 View (02) 9100 0617
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Lucy O'Connell
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Balmain, NSW 2041
I support recovery from abusive relationships, spiritual abuse, or membership of high-demand/high-control communities and cults. You might also be making difficult choices in the context of faith or faith-community expectations, and I offer culturally respectful counselling for Jehovah's Witnesses, Catholics, and members or former members of Opus Dei.
I support recovery from abusive relationships, spiritual abuse, or membership of high-demand/high-control communities and cults. You might also be making difficult choices in the context of faith or faith-community expectations, and I offer culturally respectful counselling for Jehovah's Witnesses, Catholics, and members or former members of Opus Dei.
(02) 9100 0837 View (02) 9100 0837
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Nam-Hee Kim Pellegrin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Naremburn, NSW 2065
Specialise in areas: Trauma / Abuse; Depression; Anxiety / Phobias; Grief / Loss; Parenting support; Stress management; Relationship difficulties.
Nam-Hee is a registered Clinical Psychologist and a Graduate of Hakomi Therapy with over 18 years of experience working with individuals, adolescents, and parents with young children in private practice and specialised public health care settings. Nam-Hee is trained in an attachment informed, somatic & mindfulness based psychotherapy (Hakomi). She is also an Australian Health Practitioners’ Registration Agency (AHPRA) approved clinical supervisor. Nam-Hee has had extensive experience working with people with complex and chronic mental health presentations.
Specialise in areas: Trauma / Abuse; Depression; Anxiety / Phobias; Grief / Loss; Parenting support; Stress management; Relationship difficulties.
Nam-Hee is a registered Clinical Psychologist and a Graduate of Hakomi Therapy with over 18 years of experience working with individuals, adolescents, and parents with young children in private practice and specialised public health care settings. Nam-Hee is trained in an attachment informed, somatic & mindfulness based psychotherapy (Hakomi). She is also an Australian Health Practitioners’ Registration Agency (AHPRA) approved clinical supervisor. Nam-Hee has had extensive experience working with people with complex and chronic mental health presentations.
(02) 7804 4070 View (02) 7804 4070
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Fang Liu
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Verified Verified
Roseville, NSW 2069
Over the past few years, I have been focusing on working with young adults with neurodiversity, mandatory clients, male clients, DV victims, or clients with self-harm, depression, suicidal ideation, and substance abuse disorders.
Are you struggling a bit in this chaotic world? It is not your fault. As a person-centered and trauma-informed therapist, I primarily use attachment theory and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) to conduct my therapeutic work. My credentials include a Master of Counseling and Psychotherapy (WSU), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and PACFA membership.
Over the past few years, I have been focusing on working with young adults with neurodiversity, mandatory clients, male clients, DV victims, or clients with self-harm, depression, suicidal ideation, and substance abuse disorders.
Are you struggling a bit in this chaotic world? It is not your fault. As a person-centered and trauma-informed therapist, I primarily use attachment theory and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) to conduct my therapeutic work. My credentials include a Master of Counseling and Psychotherapy (WSU), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and PACFA membership.
(02) 9159 6005 View (02) 9159 6005

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Domestic Abuse Counsellors

What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?

Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.

When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?

Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.

What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?

Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.

How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?

It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.