PURCHASE THIS PODCOURSE! If you are a therapist or counselor looking for continuing education, check out my NBCC Approved $5 Podcourses and other continuing education offerings.Plus, get your first Podcourse half off. Domestic abuse does not always show up in obvious ways. Sometimes, a client may come into therapy presenting with anxiety, depression, confusion, isolation, diminished self-trust, or difficulty making decisions and the underlying issue may be an unsafe or controlling relationship. In this Podcourse I'm joined by Jaclyn Fortier, LCMHC, a clinician, practice owner, and former domestic abuse safehouse supervisor. We talk about how domestic abuse can present in outpatient clinical care and what therapists can do when they begin to notice concerning patterns. Jaclyn and I discuss subtle signs of psychological abuse, coercive control, financial abuse, intimidation, and isolation, as well as how to differentiate healthy relationship conflict from patterns of power and control. We also explore common barriers that may make it difficult for a client to leave an abusive relationship and how clinicians can support safety without pressuring clients to take action before they are ready. We also cover safety planning, client autonomy, consultation, referral, community resources, and how to recognize when a situation may require support beyond the scope of outpatient therapy. This episode is designed for mental health professionals who want to feel more prepared when domestic abuse concerns show up unexpectedly in clinical practice. Learning objectives: Identify common psychological, emotional, physical, financial, isolation, intimidation, and coercive-control indicators of domestic abuse that may present in outpatient clinical settings. Differentiate healthy relationship conflict and mutual decision-making from patterns that may indicate psychological abuse, coercive control, or domestic abuse. Assess client safety concerns and describe common barriers that may affect a client's ability or readiness to leave an abusive relationship. Identify appropriate safety-planning, consultation, referral, and community-resource considerations when working with clients who may be experiencing domestic abuse. You can listen to the educational content for free. If you're a mental health professional and would like to earn continuing education credit and access the accompanying course materials, you can purchase the Podcourse through my Podcourse library. About Jaclyn Fortier, LCMHC: Jaclyn Fortier, LCMHC, is a licensed clinical mental health counselor, counseling education trainer, and dedicated mental health advocate specializing in domestic abuse awareness and prevention. About Lisa: Lisa Mustard, MPH, EdS, LMFT has worked for a college counseling center, addiction recovery center, and has been working with a military branch for the past 15 years. Continuing Education Contact Hours: Mustard Consulting, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7061. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Mustard Consulting, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. Completion Requirements: To obtain your certificate of completion, you must listen entirely to the audio, pass the Podcourse completion quiz, and complete a satisfaction survey. Refund policy: No refunds are provided for self-study courses. Disclosure Statement for Jaclyn Fortier, LCMHC: Financial: Jaclyn Fortier receives an honorarium from Mustard Consulting, LLC for this speaking engagement. The Therapy Show with Lisa Mustard is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with your own healthcare provider regarding any personal health or medical conditions. Thank you for tuning into The Therapy Show. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode.
