3 Things a Therapist Might do WRONG with Domestic Violence Survivors | MedCircle

🔓 Unlock access to MedCircle’s trauma recovery workshops & series, plus connect with others who have experienced trauma through your MedCircle Community. Join now: https://my.medcircle.com/community-yt The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence reports that on average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. Given how widespread intimate partner violence (IPV) is, even therapists, first responders, and other healthcare professionals have their own biases that could impact how effective their patients' treatment is. Dr. Taslim Alani-Verjee discusses three of the most common things a therapist might do wrong when treating domestic violence survivors with MedCircle host Kyle Kittleson, and what they can do instead to make sure clients feel safe and informed. Discussion guide: 00:00 Intro 00:33 What are the mistakes of first responders and health professionals? 00:57 Not recognizing cultural norms and differences in romantic relationships 01:32 Missing the opportunity to build trust with good communication 02:48 Imposing their own expectations on the trajectory of the survivor's recovery 06:18 How professionals can help with their duties and offer effective support 08:08 Thoughtfully asking about IPV 09:39 Spotting the signs of potential IPV and safety planning 10:45 PTSD and survivors of domestic violence If you feel you or a loved one are in immediate danger, please call the domestic violence hotline at www.thehotline.org, text "START" to 88788 or call 1.800.799.7233. #MedCircle #IntimatePartnerViolence #IPV #DomesticViolence #DV