Balancing Empathy, Boundaries, and Self-Care as a Therapist in Domestic Violence Cases

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When you pour so much of yourself into helping others, how do you ensure there’s something left for you? Dear Colleague, Supporting survivors of domestic violence is deeply impactful, but it can also be emotionally demanding. As therapists, we’re often walking a fine line between offering compassion and maintaining the boundaries that preserve our professional […]

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Understanding the Cultural and Societal Factors that Impact Domestic Violence Survivors

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April 16, 2025 Supporting survivors means understanding their world through a deeper lens, where cultural norms, societal pressures, and systemic barriers often intersect with their trauma. Dear Colleague, Working with survivors of domestic violence and relationship abuse is not a one-size-fits-all practice. Each individual carries not only their experiences of abuse but also the cultural

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Healing Starts Here: Affirmations and Support for Survivors

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April 16, 2025 Some days feel impossibly heavy, but even on those days, small steps toward healing can ignite hope. Dear Survivor, Healing from domestic violence or relationship abuse is not linear. It’s a path filled with highs and lows, strength and vulnerability. On the hardest days, it might feel like you’re stuck in place,

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Why ‘Just Get Over It’ Is the Worst Advice for Survivors

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April 15, 2025 The words we use as therapists can either be a bridge to healing or a barrier to trust. Dear Colleague, Every survivor we work with carries a unique story, filled with pain, resilience, and courage. Yet, as professionals, we know how even well-meaning statements can create harm if they’re not guided by

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Why the Fear of Starting Over Holds Survivors Back—and How to Overcome It

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April 14, 2025 Fear can cast a long shadow, often keeping survivors from stepping into the light of their new beginning. Dear Colleague, Starting over is one of the most daunting challenges for survivors of domestic violence and relationship abuse. The very thought of leaving the familiarity of a harmful relationship—even one steeped in pain

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Strength in Survivors: Empowering Healing and Resilience

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April 13, 2025 Resilience is the quiet force that helps survivors rise, even when the odds seem insurmountable. How can we, as therapists, nurture this essential trait in the individuals we support? Dear Colleague, Working with survivors of domestic violence and relationship abuse requires a blend of compassion, knowledge, and unwavering dedication. You see the

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The Best Journaling Tools to Track and Boost Your Self-Esteem

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April 13, 2025 Healing begins with the small, brave act of choosing to believe in yourself again. What if journaling could be the bridge that helps you rebuild that belief? Dear Survivor, Starting over after experiencing relationship abuse takes incredible courage. Your strength is evident in every step forward, no matter how small it feels.

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Healing from Narcissistic Abuse vs. Other Types of Trauma: What’s Different?

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April 11, 2025 Supporting survivors means recognizing the nuanced differences in their healing journeys, especially after narcissistic abuse. Dear Colleague, As therapists who work with survivors of domestic violence and relationship abuse, you know that healing is never a one-size-fits-all process. When it comes to survivors of narcissistic abuse, the trauma leaves unique scars that

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Breaking the Myths: Empowering Survivors of Domestic Violence

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April 11, 2025 Understanding the truth about domestic violence can be the first step toward healing and empowerment. Dear Survivor, The path to healing begins with knowledge and self-compassion. Unfortunately, there are countless myths about domestic violence that do more harm than good, leaving survivors feeling misunderstood or even doubting their own experiences. Today, we’re

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