Children who witness abuse counselling program

How does family violence affect children?

• Children who witness the abuse of their mothers live with fear and anxiety waiting for the next violent moment to occur.

The goals of a children's support group are:

• To let children know they are not alone and that other children come from similar situations
• To define abuse and explain the cycle of violence
• To help children understand their own personal rights
• To teach problem solving skills

Individual counselling is available, short term, for children who may not be ready for a group.

The support group provides a safe place where children can:

• Learn and talk about their feelings
• Learn healthy ways to express their anger, hurt, fear and many other feelings

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