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Hope After Abuse: A Journey to Healing and Renewed Strength

By Liz Jenkins | August 19, 2023

There is a transformative journey to be travelled towards finding hope and renewal after abuse for a new chapter of strength and joy

Coercive Control: Spotting the Signs

By Liz Jenkins | April 19, 2022

Coercive control is a form of domestic abuse that is often overlooked. Victims can feel trapped and isolated, and may not even realise they are being abused. In this blog post, we will outline what coercive control is, the signs to look out for, and how counselling can help you recover from coercive control or…

A Place of Safety? What to do When You’re Stuck at Home with an Abuser

By Liz Jenkins | April 14, 2020

For many, their home is a place of safety, a sanctuary, a retreat away from the strains and stresses of daily life. But for those experiencing domestic abuse, their homes can be an unsafe place, full of fear and uncertainty. With the COVID-19 pandemic upon us, we’re in unprecedented times and being urged to stay…

Domestic Abuse – Spot the Signs and Get Help

By Liz Jenkins | January 14, 2020

Domestic abuse is complex. It’s often also mis-understood. We explain the types of domestic abuse, how to spot the signs and how to get help.