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Children Who Witness Abuse Counselling Program
An intervention program for children/youth ages 5-18 who have witnessed/experienced emotional, mental or physical abuse in their home.
The Program Offers:
- Individual counselling.
- Group sessions (age specific).
- Support for parents/caregivers.
- Community education.
What is an Intervention Program?
The goal of the program is to stop the intergenerational cycle of abuse by:
- Encouraging the expression of feelings, thought and experiences.
- Teaching children healthy and safe ways to express their anger.
- Teaching age appropriate problem solving and communication skills.
Through individual, or group sessions, children/youth are provided with a safe environment to learn and talk about:
- Families
- Separation and Loss
- Abuse
- Safety Planning
- Anger
- Self Esteem
Children will understand that they are not alone and are not at fault.
What are the effects of family conflict on children?
- Blaming of self
- Loss of self confidence
- Agressive behaviour
- Depression
- Fears and anxiety
- Anger, distrust
- Poor peer relations
- Poor school performance
- Inappropriate attitudes about violence.