Domestic Abuse Therapists in M4N

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NKS Therapy
Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
All of our practitioners are licensed, highly trained mental health professionals with expertise in Depression, Anxiety, Relationship/Dating Issues, Career Issues, Marriage/Divorce, Parenting Issues, Anger, Stress, Substance Abuse, and more.
Voted Top 5 in Toronto for Best Psychotherapists in 2021, NKS Therapy is a team of psychotherapists, marriage/family therapists, counsellors and life coaches in Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga, and Oakville who specialize in mental health support for adults, couples, teenagers, and families. With multiple experts on the NKS Therapy team, we will help you achieve your goals through a deeper understanding of yourself, and help you make conscious choices today. We offer sessions virtually & in-person. Start living a better life today with a FREE 15-minute therapy consultation! A Happier, Healthier, Better Version of Yourself awaits.
All of our practitioners are licensed, highly trained mental health professionals with expertise in Depression, Anxiety, Relationship/Dating Issues, Career Issues, Marriage/Divorce, Parenting Issues, Anger, Stress, Substance Abuse, and more.
Voted Top 5 in Toronto for Best Psychotherapists in 2021, NKS Therapy is a team of psychotherapists, marriage/family therapists, counsellors and life coaches in Toronto, Etobicoke, Mississauga, and Oakville who specialize in mental health support for adults, couples, teenagers, and families. With multiple experts on the NKS Therapy team, we will help you achieve your goals through a deeper understanding of yourself, and help you make conscious choices today. We offer sessions virtually & in-person. Start living a better life today with a FREE 15-minute therapy consultation! A Happier, Healthier, Better Version of Yourself awaits.
(289) 206-7074 View (289) 206-7074
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Alyson Pancer
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BAPsych, CYT
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N
I ONLY work with evidence-based therapies, because I know they work! My specialties include psychotherapy with kids, teens, adults & couples, who live with anxiety and/or depression disorders, insomnia, OCD, child/teen school challenges, bullying, parenting, workplace issues, trauma & abuse, eating disorders, and/or acute/chronic medical health diagnosis.
Not sleeping? Is Work/Life balance unmanageable? Ready to replace medications with your best toolbox for Mental Health? Now that we are connected, please allow me to introduce myself. Having been personally trained by many of the world’s most influential Researchers and Psychotherapists, I provide evidence based Mindfulness. CBT, Yoga Psychotherapy & Clinical Hypnotherapy for anxiety, depression, relationships etc. It is my goal to help you identify & change your thought patterns and behaviours, and to provide you with effective coping strategies to assist you with difficult feelings and challenging situations present in your life.
I ONLY work with evidence-based therapies, because I know they work! My specialties include psychotherapy with kids, teens, adults & couples, who live with anxiety and/or depression disorders, insomnia, OCD, child/teen school challenges, bullying, parenting, workplace issues, trauma & abuse, eating disorders, and/or acute/chronic medical health diagnosis.
Not sleeping? Is Work/Life balance unmanageable? Ready to replace medications with your best toolbox for Mental Health? Now that we are connected, please allow me to introduce myself. Having been personally trained by many of the world’s most influential Researchers and Psychotherapists, I provide evidence based Mindfulness. CBT, Yoga Psychotherapy & Clinical Hypnotherapy for anxiety, depression, relationships etc. It is my goal to help you identify & change your thought patterns and behaviours, and to provide you with effective coping strategies to assist you with difficult feelings and challenging situations present in your life.
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Kelly-Lee Mansi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, PCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
Areas I work in include: Personality disorders - Depression & anxiety & anger management - Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Victims of violent crime - Substance abuse & addictions, - Family conflict & dysfunction - LGBTQ & gender identity issues - Bereavement – Relationship issues - Infidelity - Life transition -Stress Mgt, Burnout, compassion fatigue.
Hello, my name is Kelly-Lee, I believe that every person is entitled to live a life that is healthy, wealthy and wise. For almost 20 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from a diverse range of socioeconomic, cultural and sexually diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome misaligned belief systems that were blocking their mental health, their sense of harmony and well-being. My psychotherapy and counselling work are primarily Adlerian based and incorporates an eclectic array of cognitive, psychodynamic, experiential, somatic and evidence-based therapies.
Areas I work in include: Personality disorders - Depression & anxiety & anger management - Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Victims of violent crime - Substance abuse & addictions, - Family conflict & dysfunction - LGBTQ & gender identity issues - Bereavement – Relationship issues - Infidelity - Life transition -Stress Mgt, Burnout, compassion fatigue.
Hello, my name is Kelly-Lee, I believe that every person is entitled to live a life that is healthy, wealthy and wise. For almost 20 years, I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, couples and groups from a diverse range of socioeconomic, cultural and sexually diverse backgrounds to help empower them to overcome misaligned belief systems that were blocking their mental health, their sense of harmony and well-being. My psychotherapy and counselling work are primarily Adlerian based and incorporates an eclectic array of cognitive, psychodynamic, experiential, somatic and evidence-based therapies.
(289) 797-1229 View (289) 797-1229
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Dorcas Oduro - Bri Counselling
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
My specialty is helping people work through challenges in relationships and improve their mental health. As a Master’s Level Registered Social Worker (MSW) and therapist, my goal is to help you ignite hope, expand your sense of purpose, and achieve your goals. In my experience, relationships are one of the most important aspects of human existence, including the relationship that we have with ourselves, with those around us, and with the systems we navigate within. My passion is helping individuals examine, understand, and improve the relationships in their lives so that they can live happier, healthier and more meaningful lives.
My specialty is helping people work through challenges in relationships and improve their mental health. As a Master’s Level Registered Social Worker (MSW) and therapist, my goal is to help you ignite hope, expand your sense of purpose, and achieve your goals. In my experience, relationships are one of the most important aspects of human existence, including the relationship that we have with ourselves, with those around us, and with the systems we navigate within. My passion is helping individuals examine, understand, and improve the relationships in their lives so that they can live happier, healthier and more meaningful lives.
(437) 747-0967 View (437) 747-0967
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Rosa Antunes-Casey
Registered Psychotherapist, PR, OCT, CPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
I have embarked on a journey of personal development and growth myself, and I understand how difficult it can be to take the step towards transformation. Exploring the inner self, personality, relationships, childhood traumas, and issues that hinder leading a fulfilling life requires courage. This work is a process and my approach is client-centred. As a therapist, I create a compassionate and caring environment where clients feel safe and supported in their therapy process. I acknowledge the importance of each person's life story and how the distinctiveness and expression of it can impact how they live.
I have embarked on a journey of personal development and growth myself, and I understand how difficult it can be to take the step towards transformation. Exploring the inner self, personality, relationships, childhood traumas, and issues that hinder leading a fulfilling life requires courage. This work is a process and my approach is client-centred. As a therapist, I create a compassionate and caring environment where clients feel safe and supported in their therapy process. I acknowledge the importance of each person's life story and how the distinctiveness and expression of it can impact how they live.
(289) 805-6270 View (289) 805-6270
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Alison Leach
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Are you hoping to rebuild relationships, or do you need assistance in recovering from relationship breakdown? Maybe you are trying to navigate complicated family dynamics, strained peer or workplace relationships and you are not sure how to move forward. Are you experiencing anxiety, stress/burnout and want to develop coping strategies to help life feel more manageable? Have you experienced trauma and realize that it is impacting your daily functioning? We can explore past trauma in order to connect your past experiences to your present-day functioning so that you can improve your overall wellbeing and live the life you desire.
Are you hoping to rebuild relationships, or do you need assistance in recovering from relationship breakdown? Maybe you are trying to navigate complicated family dynamics, strained peer or workplace relationships and you are not sure how to move forward. Are you experiencing anxiety, stress/burnout and want to develop coping strategies to help life feel more manageable? Have you experienced trauma and realize that it is impacting your daily functioning? We can explore past trauma in order to connect your past experiences to your present-day functioning so that you can improve your overall wellbeing and live the life you desire.
(647) 955-6923 View (647) 955-6923
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Carmen Kattan
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. Are you ready to transform your life and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing? As a Registered Psychotherapist with specialized training in EMDR, Somatic Inquiry, Spiritual Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Reiki Grandmaster certification, I am dedicated to guiding teens and adults across Ontario, Canada, on their path towards wellness. My virtual private practice prioritizes trauma-informed care to support clients through difficult times.
Accepting New Clients. Are you ready to transform your life and embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing? As a Registered Psychotherapist with specialized training in EMDR, Somatic Inquiry, Spiritual Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Reiki Grandmaster certification, I am dedicated to guiding teens and adults across Ontario, Canada, on their path towards wellness. My virtual private practice prioritizes trauma-informed care to support clients through difficult times.
(647) 371-0124 View (647) 371-0124
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Stacey Gorlicky
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
I am a registered Psychotherapist and bestselling author of "Food, Sex and You". I specialize in individual, couples and family therapy in the Toronto area. My areas of expertise are addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, trauma and depression. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) for both couples and individuals.
I am a registered Psychotherapist and bestselling author of "Food, Sex and You". I specialize in individual, couples and family therapy in the Toronto area. My areas of expertise are addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, trauma and depression. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) for both couples and individuals.
(855) 705-4743 View (855) 705-4743
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Elizabeth (Michelle) Padron - Bri Counselling
Registered Social Worker, SSW, BSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N
I am a social worker with close ties to the Latino community, I connect with each client in a gentle manner that allows them to feel truly heard, understood, acknowledged, and validated. Counselling and Social Work are my passion and life's calling. I strive to create a warm space where clients feel safe and comfortable in discussing difficult experiences that they are currently facing, in sharing past traumas and difficulties, and in planning to meet future challenges. I enjoy helping clients to experience renewed feelings of hope for the future and discover new possibilities for moving forward in a way that works for them.
I am a social worker with close ties to the Latino community, I connect with each client in a gentle manner that allows them to feel truly heard, understood, acknowledged, and validated. Counselling and Social Work are my passion and life's calling. I strive to create a warm space where clients feel safe and comfortable in discussing difficult experiences that they are currently facing, in sharing past traumas and difficulties, and in planning to meet future challenges. I enjoy helping clients to experience renewed feelings of hope for the future and discover new possibilities for moving forward in a way that works for them.
(647) 372-1966 View (647) 372-1966
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Karen Zarnett
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page at the Psychology Today site. You may be searching for a therapist for the first time or perhaps you are returning to therapy after some time away; either way you have made a courageous step. Do you feel anxious or scared? Do you feel down or depressed and is it harder to bounce back? Is it a relationship break up or problems? Whatever you may be experiencing, we will sit together in a comfortable office and begin to unravel the issues you want to focus on, in a non-judgemental and gentle environment.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page at the Psychology Today site. You may be searching for a therapist for the first time or perhaps you are returning to therapy after some time away; either way you have made a courageous step. Do you feel anxious or scared? Do you feel down or depressed and is it harder to bounce back? Is it a relationship break up or problems? Whatever you may be experiencing, we will sit together in a comfortable office and begin to unravel the issues you want to focus on, in a non-judgemental and gentle environment.
(647) 977-5906 View (647) 977-5906
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Danielle Besseling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping people get to the root of their problems. Sometimes the "root" of the issue manifests itself in painful ways such as anxiety, depression, eating issues, or even just difficulty getting through day to day life. I seek to help my clients gain awareness and acceptance of their emotions and needs and empower them to make new choices that cultivate the life they want. I help clients navigate the difficulty that major life transitions present such as, loss, illness, divorce, family changes and career issues. Where it is relevant, I help explore how those emotions relate to past patterns and experiences.
I am passionate about helping people get to the root of their problems. Sometimes the "root" of the issue manifests itself in painful ways such as anxiety, depression, eating issues, or even just difficulty getting through day to day life. I seek to help my clients gain awareness and acceptance of their emotions and needs and empower them to make new choices that cultivate the life they want. I help clients navigate the difficulty that major life transitions present such as, loss, illness, divorce, family changes and career issues. Where it is relevant, I help explore how those emotions relate to past patterns and experiences.
(855) 463-1477 View (855) 463-1477
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Richard Langhorne
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
Clients in my practice often seek support in managing struggles around anger, depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. Given the complexity of some problems, therapy sessions are always aimed to address the issue(s) of greatest relevance to my clients.
Clients in my practice often seek support in managing struggles around anger, depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. Given the complexity of some problems, therapy sessions are always aimed to address the issue(s) of greatest relevance to my clients.
(289) 217-9173 View (289) 217-9173
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Anna Sherman
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
Every day is another chance to change your life. Do you feel all alone with your problems? Hold painful feelings inside? Wish you could talk to someone? Do you ask yourself: How can I find happiness in my life? How can my partner and I work through our problems? How can I find a lasting and fulfilling relationship? I work with individuals, couples and families. I provide a calm, safe, nurturing environment for you to grow, change and heal. I offer support as you build on your strengths and continue to move forward in your life.
Every day is another chance to change your life. Do you feel all alone with your problems? Hold painful feelings inside? Wish you could talk to someone? Do you ask yourself: How can I find happiness in my life? How can my partner and I work through our problems? How can I find a lasting and fulfilling relationship? I work with individuals, couples and families. I provide a calm, safe, nurturing environment for you to grow, change and heal. I offer support as you build on your strengths and continue to move forward in your life.
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Andrew Guthrie
PhD, Tcpp di, RP
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M4N
Andrew Guthrie, Ph.D., Tcpp dip., R.P. has been a psychotherapist in Toronto since 2000. He trained at Concordia and McGill Universities, the University of Toronto, the Toronto Child Psychoanalytic Program, and the Toronto Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis. He offers psychodynamic assessments and psychotherapy that reflect a deep knowledge of the psychotherapy field and a genuine commitment to the patients in his care. He treats a wide variety of emotional and behavioural problems with his professional yet compassionate approach. Please call or email for more information, or visit his website www.therapyintoronto.com.
Andrew Guthrie, Ph.D., Tcpp dip., R.P. has been a psychotherapist in Toronto since 2000. He trained at Concordia and McGill Universities, the University of Toronto, the Toronto Child Psychoanalytic Program, and the Toronto Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis. He offers psychodynamic assessments and psychotherapy that reflect a deep knowledge of the psychotherapy field and a genuine commitment to the patients in his care. He treats a wide variety of emotional and behavioural problems with his professional yet compassionate approach. Please call or email for more information, or visit his website www.therapyintoronto.com.
(855) 411-0316 View (855) 411-0316
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Bianca Caporusso Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North York, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Congratulations on starting your healing journey! Therapy through natural conversation with an experienced, relatable and personable counsellor can make your experience feel less isolating and daunting. This is your safe space to express yourself fully and understand that you are never alone in working through your life challenges.
Accepting new clients! Congratulations on starting your healing journey! Therapy through natural conversation with an experienced, relatable and personable counsellor can make your experience feel less isolating and daunting. This is your safe space to express yourself fully and understand that you are never alone in working through your life challenges.
(289) 301-7431 View (289) 301-7431
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Mirela Kovacevic Smith
Registered Social Worker, MA, RSW, CSAT(c)
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N
Hope changes everything, but sometimes life circumstances can make it difficult to find hope in the midst of what feels like overwhelming darkness. I offer a non-judgmental space to explore past and current issues that may be contributing to the feeling of hopelessness. I work with clients to help uncover the underlying issues that are driving problematic behaviours. Along with talk therapy I use mindful movement and creative interventions to allow clients a full range of expression, and a more holistic approach to healing and recovery. My approach is gentle, and client centred.
Hope changes everything, but sometimes life circumstances can make it difficult to find hope in the midst of what feels like overwhelming darkness. I offer a non-judgmental space to explore past and current issues that may be contributing to the feeling of hopelessness. I work with clients to help uncover the underlying issues that are driving problematic behaviours. Along with talk therapy I use mindful movement and creative interventions to allow clients a full range of expression, and a more holistic approach to healing and recovery. My approach is gentle, and client centred.
(519) 277-1759 View (519) 277-1759
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Ellen Feldman
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4N
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW IN-PERSON + VIRTUAL CLIENTS** Are you ready to make changes in your life or your relationship? Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns playing out in your life or with your partner? We all want and deserve to step out of the patterns that play out repeatedly in our lives, and I'm here to help. I help individuals and couples to understand how the pain they are experiencing fits into the context of their journey from childhood until the present moment. Together, we discern the patterns that emerge when we look at your life as a whole, and we establish new patterns to help you to achieve happiness.
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW IN-PERSON + VIRTUAL CLIENTS** Are you ready to make changes in your life or your relationship? Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns playing out in your life or with your partner? We all want and deserve to step out of the patterns that play out repeatedly in our lives, and I'm here to help. I help individuals and couples to understand how the pain they are experiencing fits into the context of their journey from childhood until the present moment. Together, we discern the patterns that emerge when we look at your life as a whole, and we establish new patterns to help you to achieve happiness.
(647) 699-5216 View (647) 699-5216
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Blue Rabbit Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
North York, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Blue Rabbit Psychotherapy is an online therapy clinic providing individual, couple, and family therapy sessions when and where you need them. Our therapists work with people who need a client-focused approach to therapy. Using modern, evidence-led methods such as EMDR, internal family systems (IFS), somatic modalities, and many other treatment methods, we create a custom plan with you to support your wellness goals. At Blue Rabbit, we consider your humanity first and, using a non-judgmental, relational style, offer authentic connection as our best treatment method. We're here to help the world feel better, one human at a time.
Blue Rabbit Psychotherapy is an online therapy clinic providing individual, couple, and family therapy sessions when and where you need them. Our therapists work with people who need a client-focused approach to therapy. Using modern, evidence-led methods such as EMDR, internal family systems (IFS), somatic modalities, and many other treatment methods, we create a custom plan with you to support your wellness goals. At Blue Rabbit, we consider your humanity first and, using a non-judgmental, relational style, offer authentic connection as our best treatment method. We're here to help the world feel better, one human at a time.
(365) 800-6907 View (365) 800-6907
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Dr. Amy Shannon
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N  (Online Only)
Dr. Shannon is founder and clinical director of Resolution Psychology. In her clinical practice, she takes a holistic approach to mental health. This means that the focus is on creating mental wellness and a sense of flourishing rather than just reducing symptoms. She helps her clients: Improve their sense of wellbeing, Build meaningful relationships, Learn to cope with life’s challenges, and Achieve their life goals. She has expertise in Trauma, Eating, Body image, Self-esteem, Anxiety, Depression, and Interpersonal relationships
Dr. Shannon is founder and clinical director of Resolution Psychology. In her clinical practice, she takes a holistic approach to mental health. This means that the focus is on creating mental wellness and a sense of flourishing rather than just reducing symptoms. She helps her clients: Improve their sense of wellbeing, Build meaningful relationships, Learn to cope with life’s challenges, and Achieve their life goals. She has expertise in Trauma, Eating, Body image, Self-esteem, Anxiety, Depression, and Interpersonal relationships
(647) 370-3359 View (647) 370-3359
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Marina Louis - Midtown Toronto Counselling Centre
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MSc
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4N
I am a Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) and the founder of Midtown Toronto Counselling Centre where we specialize in both psychotherapy and career counselling. I work with individuals, families, couples, and teens. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), as well as trained in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I have also completed training in Mindfulness based therapies and am passionate about Emotion-Focused approaches.
I am a Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) and the founder of Midtown Toronto Counselling Centre where we specialize in both psychotherapy and career counselling. I work with individuals, families, couples, and teens. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), as well as trained in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I have also completed training in Mindfulness based therapies and am passionate about Emotion-Focused approaches.
(647) 492-1982 View (647) 492-1982

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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.