Domestic Violence Counseling CT

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Compassionate Domestic Violence Counseling

Recovery for victims of domestic violence can be a challenging process. Support from friends and family is helpful for many, but often, professional domestic violence counseling is a crucial element in healing.

Here at Held Center for Healing, we are a relationship-focused practice dedicated to helping clients change their lives for the better through compassionate trauma counseling. We are proud to implement empirically validated treatment modalities for our clients. Call today to learn more.

Who Are Our Domestic Violence Services For?

Leaving an abuser is liberating, but you may find yourself struggling to heal in the aftermath. We are here to help you process and move forward in your life with strength and resilience.

Held Center for Healing works with those who have recently left abusive relationships. If this is you, call 800-799-7233 and speak with someone now to find help and resources for domestic violence services.

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How Do I Know If I Need Therapy?

You may benefit from domestic violence therapy if you notice the following symptoms, particularly as they relate to your experience in abusive relationships:

If you are unsure whether you might benefit from therapy, call our team to schedule a consultation appointment. We can help you determine whether domestic violence counseling could benefit you.

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Schedule Your Session Today

Ready to start the healing journey? Provide us with your information and we will give you a call to set up an appointment to see if we are the right fit for you.

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What Symptoms Are Signs of Trauma?

Often, people associate trauma with those who were in the military or survivors of disasters. While this is true, trauma may also be a result of domestic violence, whether the victim sustained physical, psychological, or emotional abuse.

Symptoms that may be signs of trauma include:

Flashbacks to and reliving of a traumatic event
Nightmares
Avoidance of situations similar to a traumatic event
Dissociative flashbacks
Physical symptoms similar to anxiety (headaches, stomachaches, trouble sleeping, etc.)

A trained mental health professional can listen and learn about your symptoms and, if appropriate, provide a diagnosis and a treatment plan as part of domestic violence support.

How Trauma Impacts Quality of Life

If you are consistently reliving a traumatic event, it can be incredibly difficult to manage your day-to-day life. You may feel haunted by flashbacks of experiencing abuse and physically exhausted from your symptoms. This makes it difficult to engage in activities like work, chores, and self-care.

How Awareness and Reprocessing Help Overcome Trauma

Knowledge and awareness that your experiences were traumatic can help many people begin to heal. Putting a name to traumatic experiences is often the first step to overcoming them. 

A trained professional can also help you reprocess trauma. Reprocessing may be cathartic for survivors, allowing them to talk openly about their experiences with a non-judgmental listener. Reframing a traumatic event makes it less debilitating to remember and gives you control over the memory.

Contact Our Team Today

Our team members are all incredibly welcoming and excited to hear from you. If you are looking for support in your mental health journey, contact Held Center for Healing for domestic violence counseling today.