Healing From Abuse Through Writing
I’m a therapist here at SHALVA and a poet. I am passionate about creative expression and the potential of writing as a tool for healing. Here are a few exercises…
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Category: recovery and prevention of abuse
The Plagues of Domestic Abuse: 10 Barriers to Leaving an Abusive Relationship
As Jews around the world prepare for their Passover Seder, we are reminded that the Israelites had to choose between living in fear by staying in Egypt OR risking everything…
What is Financial Abuse?
Financial abuse (also called economic abuse) occurs when one partner in a relationship controls access to money or information about finances. Perpetrators often use money as a tool to exert…
Let’s Stop Referring To Legal Abuse As “A High Conflict Divorce”
We like to think that if a survivor would just leave an abusive relationship, she and her children would be safe and free to rebuild their lives. Unfortunately, leaving an…
Spiritual Abuse and its Hidden Realities
When we think of abusive relationships, we often envision physical violence, scars, and bruises, or controlling behaviors. There is, however, another insidious method of abuse that remains hidden at the…
Domestic Abuse: Insights from Lundy Bancroft
Domestic abuse is a complex problem that is often misunderstood, leading to survivors feeling trapped and alone. To shed light on this critical issue, SHALVA hosted Lundy Bancroft, a bestselling…
Healing from the Effects of Trauma and Domestic Abuse
Trauma is the imprint left by a traumatic experience on the mind, brain and body. It impacts not only those who are directly affected by it, but also leaves traces…
I Think My Friend is Being Abused
Preventing domestic abuse is a core value of SHALVA. Our outreach programs empower friends and family to know what to say if they think someone is being abused by their…
Tips for Negotiating with Difficult People
Negotiating with Difficult Parties: Strategies for Working with Narcissists and Those who Abuse was an information-packed presentation juxtaposing sound negotiation practices with traits and characteristics of both narcissists and abusers.…
Answering “Why Do They Stay?”
A Sheitel Macher’s Journey in Empowering Abuse Survivors I have been honored to be the SHALVA Orthodox Outreach Coordinator for close to 9 years. I have also been a Sheitel Macher,…