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What If Everything We Know About Survivor Safety Is Wrong

Therapists working with DV Survivors /

Sometimes the systems we create for safety end up reinforcing control. Dear Colleague, We are taught to protect survivors, but protection can look a lot like power. When we take over a survivor’s safety plan, we may unintentionally mirror the dynamics they are trying to escape. Safety built on control, even benevolent control, can feel […]

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Why Leaving an Abusive Partner Is So Complex — And So Dangerous

Therapists working with DV Survivors /

Leaving an abusive relationship isn’t just hard — it can be life-threatening. Dear Colleague, To truly support survivors, we must understand the staggering risks they face when attempting to leave an abusive partner. Leaving isn’t just an emotional decision — it’s a complex, often life-threatening transition that demands our deep respect, validation, and strategic support.

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