How can clinicians effectively assess for coercive control and domestic violence in their practice?
Answer
As a clinician, assessing for coercive control and domestic violence may involve a nuanced approach that extends beyond formal assessments. Formal assessments may be useful if the goal is to determine the presence of abuse claims or assess the suitability for working with a particular client. However, it's essential to consider the limitations of formal assessments, particularly in cases where safety or truthfulness may be compromised. In such cases, clinicians can supplement formal assessments with targeted questions during intake or initial sessions, such as inquiring about decision-making dynamics, changes in relationships with friends and family, physical health changes, and confidence levels over time. Creating a safe and supportive environment for disclosure is crucial, as is respecting the client's autonomy throughout the therapeutic journey.
Sybil Cummin, MA, LPC, ACS, is the creator of Beyond Power and Control, Rising Beyond Power and Control, and The Rising Beyond Podcast. She runs a successful group private practice in Arvada, Colorado, specializing in working with victims and survivors of domestic violence and children and teens who have been affected by violence in the home. Sybil has 13+ years of experience in working with children and families and has a passion for working with victims and survivors of domestic violence and a passion for training other clinicians to work with this population.
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