Domestic Violence Services for Children
Domestic violence results in injuries to more than two million women each year. Countless others suffer non-physical, but equally disturbing, acts of aggression. Some four to ten million children are exposed to violence in their homes. We know it can have lasting and sometimes permanent effects on children.
Mission
Our Domestic Violence Program offers essential services designed to help disrupt the cycle of violence.
Services
- Children's Services - Individual and group therapy for children who have been exposed to violence in their homes.
Definition
Domestic violence is a pattern of assaultive and coercive behaviors including physical, sexual, psychological, emotional and economic abuse that adults or adolescents use against their intimate partners in an effort to gain power and control within the relationship.
Violence, ranging from lower level aggression to more lethal behaviors, is included on the continuum:
Continuum of Violence:
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Disapproving Words or Looks
Name Calling
Swearing, Insults
Put Downs
Snooping
Controlling Behaviors
Threatening Looks
Hang-up Calls
Intimidation
Road Rage
Verbal Threats
Throwing Things
Blocking the Path
Physical Intimidation
Poking a Finger
Shoving, Pull Hair
Restraining
Stalking
Hit - Open Hand or Fist
Kick
Aggressive/Coercive Sexual Behavior
Hit - Weapon
Hit Repeatedly, Chase
Causing Physical Injury
Strangulation
Rape
Torture
Killing/Dismemberment
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Fees
We accept most insurances, and offer a sliding fee.
First Call For Help call 729-9100 or www.firstcallforhelp.info/
For more information contact:
(607) 729-6206
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