Definition
Programs that identify, assess and provide individual, group or family counseling or other therapeutic services for children who have been exposed to domestic violence. The therapy helps children cope with their emotional reaction to the violence, reduce problematic symptoms/behaviors (e.g., nightmares, insomnia, aggressiveness, outbursts of anger, withdrawal), understand, to the extent they can, why their parents are fighting and be reassured that it is not their fault. Children who are not ready to discuss what they have witnessed may be asked to use drawing of their family or their home, play with dolls or engage in other activities as a way of expressing what they are unable to say. Therapists also work to help the family create a safe and stable environment that will support the child"™s ability to heal. Specific therapeutic approaches will vary depending on the child's age, their level of traumatization and other factors. Treatment may involve consultation with the child's school or contacts with pediatricians, attorneys or other providers involved with the family.
URL Name
RP-1400-8000-020-21
Third Level Code
RP-1400
Taxonomy Code
RP-1400.8000-020.21
Parent Code
RP-1400.8000-020
Family Code
R
Second Level Code
RP
Fifth Level Code
RP-1400-8000-020
Fourth Level Code
RP-1400-8000
Use References
Counseling for Children Affected by Domestic Abuse, Counseling for Children Affected by Intimate Partner Abuse, Counseling for Children Affected by Intimate Partner Violence, Counseling for Children Exposed to Domestic Abuse, Counseling for Children Exposed to Domestic Violence, Counseling for Children Exposed to Intimate Partner Abuse, Counseling for Children Exposed to Intimate Partner Violence, Counseling for Children Living With Domestic Abuse, Counseling for Children Living With Domestic Violence, Counseling for Children Living With Intimate Partner Abuse, Counseling for Children Living With Intimate Partner Violence, Counseling for Children Witnessing Domestic Abuse
Publication Status
Online