Domestic Violence
Domestic violence doesn’t discriminate, neither does In Community Counseling.
We are here for you because we know, we understand how it feels walking around your home on eggshells, afraid to speak up and ask for help.
People of any race, age, gender, sexuality, religion, education level, or economic status can be a victim — or perpetrator — of domestic violence. That includes behaviors that physically harm, intimidate, manipulate or control a partner, or otherwise force them to behave in ways they don’t want to, including through physical violence, threats, emotional abuse, or financial control.
No worries! I am here, and I am speaking up for you now.
Call 352-293-4376 for DV Counseling. It’s time to find yourself.
Common signs
Common signs of abusive behavior in a partner include the following. Even one or two of these behaviors in a relationship is a red flag that abuse may be present.
- Telling you that you never do anything right.
- Showing extreme jealousy of your friends or time spent away from them.
- Preventing or discouraging you from spending time with friends, family members, or peers.
- Insulting, demeaning, or shaming you, especially in front of other people.
- Preventing you from making your own decisions, including about working or attending school.
- Controlling finances in the household without discussion, including taking your money or refusing to provide money for necessary expenses.
- Pressuring you to have sex or perform sexual acts you’re not comfortable with.
- Pressuring you to use drugs or alcohol.
- Intimidating you through threatening looks or actions.
- Insulting your parenting or threatening to harm or take away your children or pets.
- Intimidating you with weapons like guns, knives, bats, or mace.
- Destroying your belongings or your home.
You have support now. We are here and ready to speak up — and speak out if you need that — for you now.
Call us and let’s talk. 352-293-4376