Domestic Abuse Treatment Centers in San Antonio, TX

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New Day Recovery Services
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78213
New Day Recovery Services in San Antonio, Texas, is at the forefront of outpatient substance abuse treatment, offering hope for individuals navigating the path to sobriety. With a commitment to helping both men and women reclaim their lives, New Day Recovery provides an array of tailored services, including Intensive Outpatient Treatment, Individual Counseling, Recovery Coaching, and Sober Living options. Recognizing the uniqueness of your journey, we cater to your specific recovery needs. This personalized approach ensures that every individual receives the support necessary to achieve life-long sobriety.
New Day Recovery Services in San Antonio, Texas, is at the forefront of outpatient substance abuse treatment, offering hope for individuals navigating the path to sobriety. With a commitment to helping both men and women reclaim their lives, New Day Recovery provides an array of tailored services, including Intensive Outpatient Treatment, Individual Counseling, Recovery Coaching, and Sober Living options. Recognizing the uniqueness of your journey, we cater to your specific recovery needs. This personalized approach ensures that every individual receives the support necessary to achieve life-long sobriety.
(726) 227-2433 View (726) 227-2433
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The Agape Center Faith Based Addiction & Trauma
Treatment Center, CCTP, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78205
Our Pastoral Counselors are certified, trained in providing trauma informed Christian counseling, for Adults, teen, Youth, Couples and Families that are struggling with, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Addictions such as alcohol/drug abuse, sex addiction, pornography, behavioral issues, ADHD, Special Needs, Autism Spectrum, social/relational concerns. All counseling sessions, including Intensive Counseling, Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and aftercare are all 1 on 1. In office and Telehealth options. Not everyone has time or flexibility for full residential rehab, For clients not needing detox, our programs allow individuals to maintain their daily scheduled routines such as attending work, school and family activities. We also provide court ordered counseling, outpatient programs and aftercare for DWI, DUI, Drug possessions for charges in Texas. We are also trained in Biofeedback.
Our Pastoral Counselors are certified, trained in providing trauma informed Christian counseling, for Adults, teen, Youth, Couples and Families that are struggling with, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Addictions such as alcohol/drug abuse, sex addiction, pornography, behavioral issues, ADHD, Special Needs, Autism Spectrum, social/relational concerns. All counseling sessions, including Intensive Counseling, Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and aftercare are all 1 on 1. In office and Telehealth options. Not everyone has time or flexibility for full residential rehab, For clients not needing detox, our programs allow individuals to maintain their daily scheduled routines such as attending work, school and family activities. We also provide court ordered counseling, outpatient programs and aftercare for DWI, DUI, Drug possessions for charges in Texas. We are also trained in Biofeedback.
(830) 642-1531 View (830) 642-1531
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Mindful Innovations Counseling Services, PLLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209
Whether you are seeking help with recovery, mental health, co-occurring disorder, marital or relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma related symptoms, PTSD, or just need some extra support the therapists at Mindful Innovations provide a safe and confidential environment. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan with your input. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. All of the therapists at Mindful Innovations are licensed through the state of Texas in either addiction counseling or professional mental health counseling. We have therapists who specialize in addiction and recovery, trauma and PTSD, and mindfulness based stress reduction.
Whether you are seeking help with recovery, mental health, co-occurring disorder, marital or relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma related symptoms, PTSD, or just need some extra support the therapists at Mindful Innovations provide a safe and confidential environment. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan with your input. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. All of the therapists at Mindful Innovations are licensed through the state of Texas in either addiction counseling or professional mental health counseling. We have therapists who specialize in addiction and recovery, trauma and PTSD, and mindfulness based stress reduction.
(210) 864-5262 View (210) 864-5262
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Blue Heron Recovery
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78217
Your recovery deserves a dynamic sober center attuned to your individual needs and preferences. At Blue Heron Recovery, you will gain the skills necessary to break the cycle of addiction and engage in opportunities for ongoing fellowship and fraternity. You will have the flexibility to attend work, school, and family obligations while maintaining a connection with Blue Heron Recovery’s professional rehabilitation and recovery services. In your journey toward lasting abstinence from addiction and addictive behaviors, you’ll develop healthy habits, new interests, and social skills within different levels of treatment services: Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient Program, Outpatient Therapy. In addition, as a graduate of Blue Heron Recovery’s program, you will continue to enhance support networks and personal growth.
Your recovery deserves a dynamic sober center attuned to your individual needs and preferences. At Blue Heron Recovery, you will gain the skills necessary to break the cycle of addiction and engage in opportunities for ongoing fellowship and fraternity. You will have the flexibility to attend work, school, and family obligations while maintaining a connection with Blue Heron Recovery’s professional rehabilitation and recovery services. In your journey toward lasting abstinence from addiction and addictive behaviors, you’ll develop healthy habits, new interests, and social skills within different levels of treatment services: Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient Program, Outpatient Therapy. In addition, as a graduate of Blue Heron Recovery’s program, you will continue to enhance support networks and personal growth.
(210) 361-5099 View (210) 361-5099
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True Counseling Health Services
Treatment Center, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78213
Counseling is a tool one uses to identify personal shortcomings as well as gaining insight into one's self-exploration. Our approach to counseling begins with establishing a working collaboration with each client. As therapists, we believe it is our responsibility to demonstrate to the client that they are in a safe, trusting, environment, and help them understand why they are having difficulties. Counseling encompasses adhering to ethics established in the profession and not interjecting personal beliefs and values into the therapeutic process. Most importantly, letting clients know, and feel, they are the most important aspect of any process is a must. Our goal is to empower clients, providing them with confidence that they can overcome any challenges in the future.
Counseling is a tool one uses to identify personal shortcomings as well as gaining insight into one's self-exploration. Our approach to counseling begins with establishing a working collaboration with each client. As therapists, we believe it is our responsibility to demonstrate to the client that they are in a safe, trusting, environment, and help them understand why they are having difficulties. Counseling encompasses adhering to ethics established in the profession and not interjecting personal beliefs and values into the therapeutic process. Most importantly, letting clients know, and feel, they are the most important aspect of any process is a must. Our goal is to empower clients, providing them with confidence that they can overcome any challenges in the future.
(210) 761-5244 View (210) 761-5244
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Solara Veterans Mental Health Facility
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
San Antonio, TX 78265
Veterans - All Semi-private Studios and Private Treatment Offices for Maximum Comfort and Wellness. Premier Veterans Psychiatric Treatment Program treating a broad spectrum of psychological disorders specifically geared to Veterans and their issues. We are an unparalleled, Veterans-only, in-residence psychiatric treatment program in beautiful Pacific Beach, San Diego. At Solara Mental Health we want you to be the very best version of yourself. Our highly experienced, respectful, professional, and compassionate treatment team has created an unmatched, in-residence mental health program tailored to Veterans. We always give the respect and comfort needed for lasting healing. Call Now: 844.600.9747. TMS now Available. JCAHO Accredited . Pets Allowed (space A). We are exclusively a Psychological Treatment Program - we are not a 'drug rehab' program. Fully contracted with the VA (TriWest Insurance).
Veterans - All Semi-private Studios and Private Treatment Offices for Maximum Comfort and Wellness. Premier Veterans Psychiatric Treatment Program treating a broad spectrum of psychological disorders specifically geared to Veterans and their issues. We are an unparalleled, Veterans-only, in-residence psychiatric treatment program in beautiful Pacific Beach, San Diego. At Solara Mental Health we want you to be the very best version of yourself. Our highly experienced, respectful, professional, and compassionate treatment team has created an unmatched, in-residence mental health program tailored to Veterans. We always give the respect and comfort needed for lasting healing. Call Now: 844.600.9747. TMS now Available. JCAHO Accredited . Pets Allowed (space A). We are exclusively a Psychological Treatment Program - we are not a 'drug rehab' program. Fully contracted with the VA (TriWest Insurance).
(424) 338-9170 View (424) 338-9170
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Solara Mental Health Center - Veterans Only
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
San Antonio, TX 78204
Veterans Only Programming and Facility. All Semi-Private Studios and Private Treatment Offices for Maximum Comfort and Wellness. Premier Veteran Psychiatric Treatment Program treating a broad spectrum of psychological disorders specifically tailored to Veterans. We are an unparalleled and Veteran-exclusive, in-residence psychiatric treatment program in beautiful Pacific Beach, San Diego. Obtain the healing you deserve in total comfort provided by a highly experienced, respectful, compassionate team of experts, who want you to be the best possible version of yourself. Call Now: 844.600.9647. JCAHO Accredited. Pets Allowed (Space A). We are exclusively a Veterans Psychological Treatment Program - we are not a 'drug rehab' program.Fully contracted with the VA (TriWest Insurance).
Veterans Only Programming and Facility. All Semi-Private Studios and Private Treatment Offices for Maximum Comfort and Wellness. Premier Veteran Psychiatric Treatment Program treating a broad spectrum of psychological disorders specifically tailored to Veterans. We are an unparalleled and Veteran-exclusive, in-residence psychiatric treatment program in beautiful Pacific Beach, San Diego. Obtain the healing you deserve in total comfort provided by a highly experienced, respectful, compassionate team of experts, who want you to be the best possible version of yourself. Call Now: 844.600.9647. JCAHO Accredited. Pets Allowed (Space A). We are exclusively a Veterans Psychological Treatment Program - we are not a 'drug rehab' program.Fully contracted with the VA (TriWest Insurance).
(844) 298-8974 View (844) 298-8974
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Connell & Associates
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78201  (Online Only)
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! ONLINE VISITS AVAILABLE ACROSS TEXAS. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, marital problems, or difficulties with your child, we are here to help. Connell & Associates has proudly served families in central Texas since 2013, and now we are excited to offer telehealth services through Texas. Our caring and experienced clinical staff offer individual therapy, couples counseling, psychotropic medication management, and diagnostic evaluation services. We are proud to be the top-rated behavioral health group in central Texas, and we strive to make every interaction as positive and therapeutic as possible.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! ONLINE VISITS AVAILABLE ACROSS TEXAS. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, marital problems, or difficulties with your child, we are here to help. Connell & Associates has proudly served families in central Texas since 2013, and now we are excited to offer telehealth services through Texas. Our caring and experienced clinical staff offer individual therapy, couples counseling, psychotropic medication management, and diagnostic evaluation services. We are proud to be the top-rated behavioral health group in central Texas, and we strive to make every interaction as positive and therapeutic as possible.
(254) 503-3827 View (254) 503-3827
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Elevation Behavioral Health Mental Health Retreats
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78257
Elevation Behavioral Health is a premier private inpatient mental health facilities that focuses on assessing and effectively treating primary mental health conditions in conjunction with detoxification and addiction interventions. We make a positive, measurable difference in the physical, emotional and spiritual health of the people we serve while building up their confidence and respecting their dignity.
Elevation Behavioral Health is a premier private inpatient mental health facilities that focuses on assessing and effectively treating primary mental health conditions in conjunction with detoxification and addiction interventions. We make a positive, measurable difference in the physical, emotional and spiritual health of the people we serve while building up their confidence and respecting their dignity.
(818) 532-5813 View (818) 532-5813
Solara Veterans Only Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
San Antonio, TX 78228
Veterans - All Semi-Private Studios and Private Treatment Offices for Maximum Safety and Wellness. Premier Adult Psychiatric Treatment Program treating a broad spectrum of psychological disorders. We treat those suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, borderline personality disorder, depression, suicidal thinking, anxiety, schizophrenia, or most other mental illnesses. Experience the freedom and relief from the mental health symptoms that you face, no matter how depressed or anxious, or frustrated you are currently feeling. You are not alone. We can absolutely help you. Our Veterans obtain healing every day at our seaside enclave. Our uniquely qualified and experienced team of professional psychiatric treatment experts can help you become your best self. We do this with absolute compassion, honor, and integrity. We are a Veterans-Only psychological treatment program. Please don't continue to suffer! You deserve so much more from life. Get the help and care you deserve in a safe, confidential, and highly supportive environment. Call now 844.600.9747. JCAHO accredited at the highest level. Fully contracted with the VA (TriWest)
Veterans - All Semi-Private Studios and Private Treatment Offices for Maximum Safety and Wellness. Premier Adult Psychiatric Treatment Program treating a broad spectrum of psychological disorders. We treat those suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, borderline personality disorder, depression, suicidal thinking, anxiety, schizophrenia, or most other mental illnesses. Experience the freedom and relief from the mental health symptoms that you face, no matter how depressed or anxious, or frustrated you are currently feeling. You are not alone. We can absolutely help you. Our Veterans obtain healing every day at our seaside enclave. Our uniquely qualified and experienced team of professional psychiatric treatment experts can help you become your best self. We do this with absolute compassion, honor, and integrity. We are a Veterans-Only psychological treatment program. Please don't continue to suffer! You deserve so much more from life. Get the help and care you deserve in a safe, confidential, and highly supportive environment. Call now 844.600.9747. JCAHO accredited at the highest level. Fully contracted with the VA (TriWest)
(949) 245-6328 View (949) 245-6328
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Solara Mental Health Treatment Program for VETS
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
San Antonio, TX 78205
Veterans-Only programming and Facility. All Semi-Private Studios and Private Treatment Offices for Maximum Comfort and Wellness. Premier Veterans Psychiatric Treatment Program treating a broad spectrum of psychological disorders specific. Do you or a loved one suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, borderline personality disorder, depression, suicidal thinking, anxiety, schizophrenia, or any other mental illness? Has a life without purpose or fulfillment become almost unbearable to you? You are not alone, and most importantly, there is hope. We are an unparalleled and exclusive, in-residence Veterans psychiatric treatment program in beautiful Pacific Beach, San Diego. Our team of highly experienced, professional mental health experts treats the entire spectrum of mental illness with integrity and expertise. We have created an unmatched, in-residence Veterans psychiatric program to help you become the best possible version of yourself. Our goal is to provide the optimal environment for healing and recovery with the respect, honor, and professionalism that you deserve. Stop suffering and start healing, today. 844.600.9747
Veterans-Only programming and Facility. All Semi-Private Studios and Private Treatment Offices for Maximum Comfort and Wellness. Premier Veterans Psychiatric Treatment Program treating a broad spectrum of psychological disorders specific. Do you or a loved one suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, borderline personality disorder, depression, suicidal thinking, anxiety, schizophrenia, or any other mental illness? Has a life without purpose or fulfillment become almost unbearable to you? You are not alone, and most importantly, there is hope. We are an unparalleled and exclusive, in-residence Veterans psychiatric treatment program in beautiful Pacific Beach, San Diego. Our team of highly experienced, professional mental health experts treats the entire spectrum of mental illness with integrity and expertise. We have created an unmatched, in-residence Veterans psychiatric program to help you become the best possible version of yourself. Our goal is to provide the optimal environment for healing and recovery with the respect, honor, and professionalism that you deserve. Stop suffering and start healing, today. 844.600.9747
(310) 683-4652 View (310) 683-4652
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New Hope Ranch
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78201
New Hope Ranch is a residential recovery center focusing on prevention, assessment, treatment and reintegration for people struggling with substance use disorder. Individuals are provided exceptional services on our beautiful 49-acre ranch just 15 minutes from downtown Austin. When patients arrive, we want to equip them with the tools they need to live a life that’s free from substance use. At New Hope Ranch, we provide structure in a caring, trusted and professional environment—our strong foundation helps elevate people to reach their potential and thrive.
New Hope Ranch is a residential recovery center focusing on prevention, assessment, treatment and reintegration for people struggling with substance use disorder. Individuals are provided exceptional services on our beautiful 49-acre ranch just 15 minutes from downtown Austin. When patients arrive, we want to equip them with the tools they need to live a life that’s free from substance use. At New Hope Ranch, we provide structure in a caring, trusted and professional environment—our strong foundation helps elevate people to reach their potential and thrive.
(737) 258-9831 View (737) 258-9831
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Oasis Acres Equine Assisted Therapy Center
Treatment Center, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78264
Individual: In office, telehealth or equine assisted psychotherapy. Group services: Healing through Horses and Power Tools for Living. Additional services available include EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing) for trauma and Magna Wave PEMF for reducing pain and inflammation.
Individual: In office, telehealth or equine assisted psychotherapy. Group services: Healing through Horses and Power Tools for Living. Additional services available include EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing) for trauma and Magna Wave PEMF for reducing pain and inflammation.
(830) 689-6352 View (830) 689-6352

Online Treatment Centers

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Sage Recovery & Wellness Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
All of our therapists are master level clinicians or higher and specialize in both mental health and substance abuse.
We believe treatment is more than learning to change unwanted or unhealthy behaviors. Long-term change comes treating the mind and body collectively. We integrate traditional mental health treatment, with a complete wellness program. We offer individual counseling, couples & family counseling, play therapy, medication management, yoga, acupuncture detoxification and specialized Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) for those that need a higher level of care for their depression, anxiety, mood disorders, emotion regulation, or substance abuse.
All of our therapists are master level clinicians or higher and specialize in both mental health and substance abuse.
We believe treatment is more than learning to change unwanted or unhealthy behaviors. Long-term change comes treating the mind and body collectively. We integrate traditional mental health treatment, with a complete wellness program. We offer individual counseling, couples & family counseling, play therapy, medication management, yoga, acupuncture detoxification and specialized Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOPs) for those that need a higher level of care for their depression, anxiety, mood disorders, emotion regulation, or substance abuse.
(512) 960-3586 View (512) 960-3586
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Rock Springs Hospital
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Georgetown, TX 78626
Rock Springs is a leading provider of high-quality behavioral healthcare services. Our engaged and mission-driven team is dedicated to Changing People's Lives through a patient-centric approach to delivering superior outcomes. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide quality, compassionate treatment of mental illness and addiction, offering a broad scope of inpatient and outpatient services for our diverse patient population.
Rock Springs is a leading provider of high-quality behavioral healthcare services. Our engaged and mission-driven team is dedicated to Changing People's Lives through a patient-centric approach to delivering superior outcomes. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide quality, compassionate treatment of mental illness and addiction, offering a broad scope of inpatient and outpatient services for our diverse patient population.
(512) 894-8107 View (512) 894-8107
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The Timothy Center
Treatment Center, PhD, LPC-S, CSAT-C2, PA-C
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759
In 2017, The Timothy Center was awarded the Gold Seal of Approval in Behavioral Health Care and Accredited by The Joint Commission. Created out of a passion to provide professional counseling to adults, adolescents and their families, who oftentimes struggled socially, emotionally, academically, and spiritually. The vision was to broaden the practice to meet the needs of Austinites and their families and to support and offer help to navigate through life's challenges. The Center has grown from 2 full-time counselors to 11. Using proven psychotherapeutic techniques coupled with accredited training and licensure, The Timothy Center has become one of the most sought after Centers - now open in 4 Austin locations, with secure online counseling available throughout the State.
In 2017, The Timothy Center was awarded the Gold Seal of Approval in Behavioral Health Care and Accredited by The Joint Commission. Created out of a passion to provide professional counseling to adults, adolescents and their families, who oftentimes struggled socially, emotionally, academically, and spiritually. The vision was to broaden the practice to meet the needs of Austinites and their families and to support and offer help to navigate through life's challenges. The Center has grown from 2 full-time counselors to 11. Using proven psychotherapeutic techniques coupled with accredited training and licensure, The Timothy Center has become one of the most sought after Centers - now open in 4 Austin locations, with secure online counseling available throughout the State.
(512) 598-4960 View (512) 598-4960
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Liberty Hill Counseling Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Liberty Hill, TX 78642
Life can be challenging at times, providing clients with the understanding that change is part of life and together we will work together to get through their struggles. Aiding clients with the understanding of living by Faith, to be Known by Love, and to be a Voice of Hope! My counseling practice began as a ministry to fulfill a great need of Christian services. Providing clients with the ability to be healthy, happy and comforted with a belief of hope and peace in a time of need.
Life can be challenging at times, providing clients with the understanding that change is part of life and together we will work together to get through their struggles. Aiding clients with the understanding of living by Faith, to be Known by Love, and to be a Voice of Hope! My counseling practice began as a ministry to fulfill a great need of Christian services. Providing clients with the ability to be healthy, happy and comforted with a belief of hope and peace in a time of need.
(737) 204-6383 View (737) 204-6383
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Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry - We Are Open!
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
If you or a loved one are struggling with a mental illness, Anew Era TMS can provide excellent quality psychiatric treatment and TMS therapy for depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, post-partum, tinnitus, or chronic migraines. At Anew Era TMS Austin, our priority is patient care and comfort driven by a personalized treatment plan.
If you or a loved one are struggling with a mental illness, Anew Era TMS can provide excellent quality psychiatric treatment and TMS therapy for depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, post-partum, tinnitus, or chronic migraines. At Anew Era TMS Austin, our priority is patient care and comfort driven by a personalized treatment plan.
(512) 488-4834 View (512) 488-4834

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Domestic Abuse Treatment Centers

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

Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize 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.