How Can Therapy Help a Victim of Domestic Violence?
No one deserves to suffer abuse, especially at the hands of an intimate partner or another trusted member of the household. Each of us is worthy of loving and fulfilling relationships that are free from violence.
And yet, it can be extremely difficult for victims of domestic violence to find freedom from their abuser. Fear of further violence, feelings of embarrassment, lack of financial resources, and hope that the abuser might change are all common reasons abuse victims do not seek help.
If you are in an abusive relationship, therapy can serve as a safe space to talk about your experience, find support through difficulties, and rediscover your own strength. It can also allow you to identify the many ways domestic violence affects your life and provide you with the tools needed to break the cycle.
At NPS, our experienced domestic violence counselors is here to ensure that you feel cared for and remind you that you are not alone. He understands that safety is always the primary concern for victims of domestic violence and that nobody knows the situation better than the client themself. At our clinic, you will never be told what to do or pressured to leave your abuser. But if you do decide to leave, we can help you create a safety plan for doing so.
Our domestic abuse counselors is professionally certified by the ICVDP (Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals). This means that he has undergone 60 hours of training in working with survivors of domestic violence. His goals are to help you see your value and worth, to offer clinical and emotional support, and to walk alongside you.
Above all, our counselor (and all of us at Neal Psychological Specialties) wants you to feel safe and supported. We are here to help you stay connected to friends and family and build healthy relationships in other settings as well. Whether you prefer support groups, social clubs, or a trusted religious group, there are many resources we can help you connect with. Please know that you are not alone and that there is hope.
Therapists
These are our therapists who are experienced in working with Domestic Violence.
